New Program Challenges Michigan Schools To Be Bully Free Education
When the new school year starts this Fall, Michigan schools will have a new way to challenge students to stay bully free.
The "Super U! Challenge" is an interactive game show style program that reinforces messages about friendship, bullying, and making positive character choices through exciting interactive challenges. The 45 minute performance can be presented as a student assembly program during the school day, or as a family night activity after school.
Taking a cue from popular kids TV game shows on Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network, the "Super U! Challenge" does not "quiz" students, but rather invites them to participate in wacky, fun, and funny physical challenges and hands on games. There are colorful costumes, huge props and even the kids game show staple - "SLIME"! Each fun challenge is designed to illustrate an important key character message.
Bullying has become a hot topic among schools across the country. To help combat this growing problem, many school districts now require schools include bully prevention and character building programs in their curriculum. The "Super U! Challenge" helps schools meet these goals without students feeling as though they are being constantly lectured.
Cyberbullying, which is bullying that takes place over the internet through email communication or other online interaction, is a major concern among parents and school officials. Recent tragic headlines about cyberbullying have underscored the importance of educating children about why cyberbullying is wrong. The "Super U! Challenge" addresses cyberbullying with a segment that helps students identify cyberbullying behavior and learn what they can do if they are being bullied online.
The "Super U! Challenge" is one of four school assemblies about bullying that are available through Midwest School Shows of Sterling Heights, Michigan. Their other programs, such as "The Respect Show" and the "Six Pillars of Character" are more traditional school assemblies that use entertainment such as magic tricks or theatrical skits to present their messages.
Schools can qualify for discounted performance fees by teaming up with other schools in their district to block book the "Super U! Challenge" in multiple buildings. In many cases, schools can fund this program using grants or Title 1 funding set aside for character building and anti-bullying programs.
Michigan schools can schedule a performance of the "Super U! Challenge" through Midwest School Shows by calling (586)913-3036 or visiting their website (http://www.michiganschoolshows.com).
