Booking a School Assembly: A Simple Guide for PTAs and Schools
Booking a school assembly shouldn’t feel like another job. Between finding the right program, getting approvals, coordinating dates and times, completing paperwork, communicating with teachers and staff, and making sure the program is actually appropriate for your students—there are a lot of moving pieces. That’s why I try to make working with me as easy…
Read MoreHelping Students Become Upstanders: Anti-Bullying Activities for Schools
Have you ever noticed the quiet power of a student who chooses to stand up for someone else? On my recent school visits, I’ve seen how a single act of courage—whether it’s a student reaching out to a classmate or a group coming together to support someone left out—can transform the entire atmosphere of a…
Read MorePreventing Bullying Among Children: School Strategies That Build Kindness
Have you ever witnessed a classroom shift the moment the topic of bullying is addressed—shoulders relax, students look up, and you can sense a mix of relief and hope in the air? On my school visits, those are the moments that stick with me: the quiet student who finally shares a story, or the circle…
Read MoreHow Interactive STEM Assemblies Inspire Curiosity and Confidence
Have you ever watched a student’s eyes light up as they realize that science isn’t just something from a textbook—but something magical that’s happening all around them? In my school visits, I get to see those “aha!” moments firsthand: a spark of curiosity when a chemical reaction bubbles over, a burst of laughter when science…
Read MoreHow Reading Builds Empathy in Children: Storytelling Activities for Schools
Have you ever finished a book with your child or student, only to discover they suddenly see things a bit differently—maybe more patiently with a classmate, or more curious about someone else’s feelings? I’ve watched it happen countless times: a story opens the door for a conversation about empathy that might never have happened otherwise.…
Read More5 Ways to Help Your Child Improve Their Study Habits
Are your child’s grades slipping? Parents and children alike are constantly reminded how important subjects like science and STEM are for our kids’ future. But some kids struggle with the concepts, have poor study habits, or both. What can you do to help your child improve their study habits? My name is Michael Kirschner. For…
Read More5 Ways to Prepare Your Child for a New School
Is your family moving? Uprooting your life and going to a new area is an adventure. The new settings can bring fun opportunities and experiences. But for kids, moving to a new town is stressful. A new town means a new school, something most kids dread. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make…
Read MoreWhat if You Don’t Like Your Kid’s Friends?
Does your child have a friend that just rubs you the wrong way? Maybe it’s the things they say. Or how they act. Maybe they encourage your child to do or say things you don’t like. How do you handle it? Can you realistically prevent your child from being around the friend? Are there other…
Read MoreHow to Encourage Creativity in Children
Creativity is incredibly important for child development. Creativity stimulates the mind. Creativity is critical for productivity, in ovation, and much more. But often adults may struggle to encourage creativity in their children. Fortunately, there are simple things we as adults can do to encourage more creativity in our children. I’m school assembly performer Michael Kirschner.…
Read More6 Elements of a Fun Science School Assembly
Is your school considering hosting a STEM school assembly on science? Science is a wonderful topic for an in-school assembly. Getting kids excited about science opens unlimited doors for them to explore. With new and exciting careers in science created almost daily, there has never been a better time to inspire your students to explore…
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