Anti-Bullying & Character Education Assemblies

Maybe it's name-calling at recess, a group chat that got out of hand, or a new class that just hasn't gelled. Whatever started it, you want every student to hear the same message at the same time, and remember it next week. That's what a good anti-bullying or character education assembly does. Below are the SEL, kindness and character programs schools book with Academic Entertainment, organized by what you're trying to fix.

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Choose an Assembly by Your School's Goal

Bullying prevention

• Bully Shmully uses comedy, songs and audience participation to give Pre-K–6 students a positive, practical approach to bullying.
• Mystery of the Character Surprise shows elementary students how good choices keep their school bully-free.
• Finding Your Purpose with Samuel Picou opens with a live performance, then shares his story of growing up with alopecia, facing bullies and making it to The Voice at 16. It works from elementary through high school.
• Mr. Peace brings hip-hop energy to bullying prevention, inclusion and student mental health for K–12.

Social-emotional learning and growth mindset

• Reach Your Buzzer with six-time American Ninja Warrior Rachel Degutz Berns helps students face their fears and reach their goals.
• Growl's Rockin' Growth Mindset combines a rock concert and animation to teach K–6 students to embrace challenges.
• Twinkle Time LIVE! builds social-emotional skills through a bilingual English–Spanish concert for Pre-K–6.
• The Amazing Arthur ("Hocus Pocus, I Can Focus!") teaches focus, discipline and perseverance.

Character traits and PBIS

• Got Character? is built for PBIS schools, covering bravery, responsibility, respect and healthy habits.
• The bGreat Show teaches that greatness begins with character.
• Corey the Dribbler, a former Harlem Globetrotter, delivers his "4 R's 4 Success": Respect, Responsibility, Ready to Learn and Reading is Power.
• Diversity Circus teaches elementary students that we're all different and all the same.

Conflict resolution and leadership

• Les Trouble PI teaches students to solve conflicts on their own in four simple steps.
• Nick Scott focuses on leadership, teamwork and decision-making, and works well for middle and high school.
• Ultimate Human Board Game and Unique Game Show teach teamwork and sportsmanship through total participation.

What Makes an Anti-Bullying Assembly Actually Work

Students have heard "be kind" plenty of times. The assemblies that change behavior do a few things differently:

• Students take part. Volunteers on stage, songs to sing back and questions to answer keep the message from feeling like a lecture.
• They give students words to use. A simple phrase or set of steps, like Les Trouble PI's four steps or Corey's 4 R's, is something teachers can repeat all year.
• The presenter is relatable. A true story from someone who was bullied, or who overcame something hard, lands with older students in a way a skit can't.
• Staff are part of it. Mr. Peace, Nick Scott and Richard Hight's Art of Inspiration also offer staff and professional development sessions, so teachers hear the same message students do.

When to Schedule a Character Education Assembly

• October: National Bullying Prevention Month and Red Ribbon Week are the busiest weeks of the year, so book early.
• The start of the year: set expectations before problems start.
• Late January: many schools join the Great Kindness Challenge.
• Spring: a reset before testing season and the end of the year.

Want ideas you can use in the classroom too? See our 7 examples of character education programs and how SEL assemblies improve student behavior.

All Character Ed, SEL & Anti-Bully Assemblies

Corey the DribblerK–12, K–6, K–8, Pre-KCorey The Dribbler is an 8-Time Guinness record holder traveling the country inspiring students with the character message, his 4R’s 4 Success! Respect…Once Upon a Toon w/Joe WosK–12, K–6, K–8, Pre-KOnce upon a Toon is a unique blend of Storytelling and live Cartoon Illustration blending original stories and live cartoon illustration by…Unique Game ShowK–12, K–6, K–8Combines team spirit, character education, and curriculum enforcement into one program! In-Person or Virtual/Online for Schools and Camps!Diversity CircusK–6, Pre-KCircus-themed, elementary character education school assembly teaching we are all different and we are all the same! In-Person or Virtual/Online for Schools…The bGreat ShowK–6, Pre-KGreatness Begins With Your Character In-Person or Virtual/Online for Schools and Camps!Freestyle Connection BMX ShowK–12, K–6, K–8Catch the attention of your students through a mind blowing BMX Stunt Show! Note: requires an alternate indoor venue in case of…Reach Your BuzzerK–12, K–6, K–8Rachel Degutz Berns – 6x American Ninja Warrior presents an engaging SEL assembly empowering students to face their fears and reach their…Ultimate Human Board GameK–12, K–6, K–8Features a LIFE-SIZE human board game! Based on character building, teamwork, sportsmanship and total participation. Note: requires an alternate indoor venue in…Mr. PeaceK–12, K–6, K–8, Pre-K, StaffMr. Peace brings high energy, interactive, hip-hop inspired K-12 presentations focusing on diversity and inclusion, student mental health, bullying prevention, and character…Nick Scott – Motivational SpeakerK–12, K–6, K–8, Pre-K, StaffNick Scott inspires students with his journey, emphasizing the importance of starting right. His programs cultivate leadership, teamwork, and decision-making skills, empowering…Twinkle Time LIVE!K–6, Pre-KTwinkle Time Live! – Billboard‑charting children’s recording artist presents a high‑energy,  interactive, bi-lingual music assembly inspiring students through music, movement, and positive…Tales From A Bicycle SeatK–12, K–6, K–8Multi-media storyteller, musician, and adventure cyclist George Maurer presents Tales from a Bicycle Seat, a cultural exploration of his epic journeys across…Art of Inspiration with Richard HightK–12, K–6, K–8, Pre-K, StaffDiscover Your Originality and Celebrate Your Differences with The Art of Inspiration. Get ready to be captivated by a masterful storyteller who…The Amazing ArthurK–12, K–6, K–8The Amazing Arthur brings a high energy program to schools all over the country – Hocus Pocus, I Can Focus! Find out…Growl’s Rockin’ Growth MindsetK–6Growl’s Rockin’ Growth Mindset is an interactive multimedia school assembly that inspires students to believe in themselves, embrace challenges, and discover the power…Finding Your Purpose3–12, K–12, K–6, K–8, Pre-KAnti-Bullying School Assembly - Your difference is the vehicle to your destiny; there is purpose in the pain, accomplish your dreams! In-Person or…Michael Levine Brings Pete the CatK–6, Pre-KBring the magic of Pete the Cat to your school with Mr. Michael Levine, the music producer behind the original four Pete…Finding Gobi by Dion LeonardK–12, K–6, K–8, Pre-KDion & his dog Gobi will entertain, educate & inspire your students with their heartwarming true story. Finding Gobi, a little dog…Mystery of the Character SurpriseK–6, Pre-KAnti-Bullying and Character Education School Assembly shows students how making good choices will help keep their school bully-free! In-Person or Virtual/Online for…Uncle Sam’s Comedy JamK–6, Pre-KGet Patriotic  - a crazy shindig celebrating America's Freedom! In-Person School Assemblies and Camp Shows!Les Trouble PIK–6, Pre-KConflict resolution and leadership school assembly teaches students to solve problems on their own in four simple steps. In-Person School Assemblies and…Got Character?K–6, Pre-KGot Character? is a great PBIS program, and includes many aspects of living well such as good health, bravery, responsibility, treating others…Bully ShmullyK–6, Pre-KA Powerful, Positive Approach to Preventing Bullying in Schools Bursting with comedy, audience participation, and outrageously fun songs, Bully Shmully brings a…

Anti-Bullying and Character Education Assembly FAQs

Which anti-bullying assemblies work best for elementary school?

For Pre-K through 5th grade, Bully Shmully, Mystery of the Character Surprise, Diversity Circus and Got Character? are built for younger students, with songs, humor and lots of participation.

What about middle and high school?

Older students respond to real stories and real stakes. Finding Your Purpose, Mr. Peace, Nick Scott, Reach Your Buzzer and Corey the Dribbler all work for grades 6–12.

Do these programs support PBIS and SEL goals?

Yes. Many are designed around PBIS expectations and social-emotional skills like self-awareness, empathy and responsible decision-making. Tell us your school's focus and we'll point you to the best match.

Can a character education assembly be virtual?

Several can, including Finding Your Purpose, Mystery of the Character Surprise, Diversity Circus, Les Trouble PI and The bGreat Show.

How far ahead should we book for October?

As early as possible. Bullying Prevention Month and Red Ribbon Week dates go first, and many schools reserve them in the spring or early summer.

How do we get pricing?

Use the Request Pricing & Dates button or call 800-883-9883. We'll send exact pricing and open dates for the shows you like, with no obligation.