Harlem Globetrotters' ABC's of Bullying
Oh my gosh! The best assembly EVER came to my school the other day. My teammate Brooke (as you have heard me say multiple times, my former student teacher) had an idea to bring her soon-to-be- family member to school to teach about bullying, since it has been quite the hot topic around campus lately. But this was no ordinary speaker… it was Ant Atkinson from the Harlem Globetrotters!!
The Harlem Globetrotters organization has a program called, The ABC’s of Bullying Prevention- highlighting action, bravery, and compassion. Ant was a very engaging presenter as he worked the crowd providing information on stopping violence in schools.
He shared his personal bullying story of being in school when a jealous classmate bullied him. By the end of the story, he shared how the bully thought Ant had it all and badly wanted that for himself too. So, Ant taught him how to be a kind and respectful person and his life began to turn around. That same bully later became his body guard in college and remains a close friend even today!
Ant brought up a few kids and teachers to the center of the circle for a little fun! (My student’s face shows terror, but she did SO GREAT!)
Ant gets a teacher to try:
Ant shows off his skills:
I highly encourage you to bring this program into your school. Send an email at info@harlemglobetrotters.com and make it happen!
What assemblies have been most meaningful to your students?
About the author, Gretchen
I am a teacher trainer and coach. Working elbow to elbow with teachers and teacher leaders to ensure instructional proficiency and student achievement soar lights me up. We have a real need in our nation for strong educators to remain in the field. My blog, book, podcast, courses and instructional materials are geared towards empowering teachers (and those that lead them) to receive the support needed to grow and thrive today, tomorrow and always.
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