Here's what takes place during an hour-long AntiBully assembly
My Personal Story
At 5’9″ and 228 pounds, I don’t look like the kind of guy that would have had problems with bullies in school, which makes my own personal story of being bullied — and how I handled it — that much more interesting and inspirational for students.
I tell my story, speaking directly from the heart, to help others who are suffering as I did.An In-depth Look At Bullying Behavior
In this portion of the presentation, I’ll explain the three different types of bullying behavior, and the top five reasons why people bully. This is often a revelation for many children, who don’t even realize that what they’re doing is considered bullying.
By helping students fully understand bullying behavior, I equip them with the greatest tool necessary for fighting it… knowledge!The Bully Triad
There are three people involved in any bullying situation: the bully, the bullied, and the bystander, and in this part of the assembly, I discuss all three, clearly demonstrating that bullying isn’t just “a normal part of growing up” as was previously thought, but something that has permanent, life-altering consequences.My H.E.R.O Program
H.E.R.O. stands for “Helping Everyone Respect Others,” and this is the key to overcoming bullying in YOUR school!
Using real life stories and personal examples drawn from my experiences in martial arts, I am able to empower the bystander, helping them to understand the responsibility they have to step in and stop bullying.
I wrap up this section by teaching the H.E.R.O’s three rules for stopping bullying.Big Finale!
This is likely the most unique ending you’ll ever see to a presentation or assembly, and students, faculty, and administrators alike will be energized by this high-impact wrap-up!
This includes a “take-action” step based on a martial arts exercise, and focuses on teamwork and student body spirit. The entire school will bond as they watch participants eliminate the obstacles and limitations that are caused by bullying!
Assembly topics for students of all age groups
Mike’s school assemblies are designed to be fun, interesting, educational and age specific. He uses language and stories that are appropriate for each age group, in order to keep students focused on the presentation material.
H.E.R.O. stands for helping everyone respect others, turns students into everyday heroes. Kids learn that they don’t need to be Spiderman to help people out. Mike will identify the four basic types of bullying for students and take them on an emotional journey “from victim to victory” that will enable students the opportunity to walk in his shoes who, as a target of bullying was able to turn from hate to hope.
Using character based principles of courage, respect and teamwork, students will learn through powerful stories and examples, how they can stop bullying and help kids who are being targeted.
A free assertiveness training workshop is included to any school booking the HERO assembly.
Parent workshops
Parent workshops are designed to work with parents, to equip them with the knowledge and skills to help identify bullying and how to handle a situation where your child is the victim of bullying. Topics covered include:
- The warning signs of bullying.
- What makes your child a target.
- Bullying’s greatest MYTHS.
- What if your child is the bully?
- The risks of being bullied.- “bullycide” – the dirty secret of the bully target.
- How to handle the bully situation.
Special Bonus Topic: CYBER-bullying - The Bathroom Wall of the Millennium
With social media and other digital platforms becoming more frequently used on a daily basis, the dangers of cyber bullying are more prevalent in our culture than ever before. This special assembly segment covers topics specific to cyber bullying, including how you can coach your students to deal with it and identifying what you as school administrators can do to work with students who are experiencing cyber bullying.
Book early for a free bonus presentation!
I want to be sure that your students get as much value from my presentation as possible, so if you reserve your assembly in the next 14 days, I’ll include — for FREE — my private post-assembly round table!
During this 45-minute round table, I teach a select group of your students how to increase their assertiveness, reduce their level of victimization, and create a positive attitude.
When given on its own, this workshop is worth over $1,000, but I’ll include it FREE when you reserve your assembly in the next 2 weeks!