School Assemblies • Student Leadership • Family Events
Help students make belonging an everyday choice.
A school assembly can give students a shared language for kindness and a reason to notice who is being left out. Dr. Kerry Magro brings his perspective as an autistic speaker to conversations about bullying, disability acceptance, and the choices that help classmates feel included.
The program encourages reflection and discussion through accessible examples. It can support an existing schoolwide effort by connecting its message with the people, procedures, and trusted adults students already know.
Who this program is for
Elementary, middle, and high schools, student leadership groups, youth organizations, and family engagement events. The language, examples, and length should be selected for the age group and school context.
Kerry’s perspective
Kerry is a professional speaker, author, and autism consultant for Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum U.S. He brings lived experience of navigating a world that can misunderstand difference. His presentations encourage students to ask questions respectfully and recognize that everyone deserves dignity and opportunities to participate.
What your audience can take away
- Recognize exclusion and consider how everyday words and actions affect classmates.
- Understand that differences in communication or behavior are not an invitation to ridicule.
- Identify trusted adults and school-approved ways to report concerns.
- Practice inviting others into activities while respecting their choices and boundaries.
Presentation options
Age-appropriate school assembly
A story-led presentation about acceptance, kindness, and belonging, shaped for the students attending. School staff can share their reporting procedures in advance so the event supports the school’s message.
Student leadership discussion
A smaller conversation for peer leaders, clubs, or student councils about inclusion in lunchrooms, classrooms, extracurricular activities, and online spaces.
Family and staff companion session
A complementary event for adults to reflect on the language and routines that support students before and after an assembly.
Frequently asked questions
Can one presentation serve every grade?
Different ages benefit from different examples and pacing. Share your grade range so we can discuss whether separate sessions would be more useful.
Can this support Bullying Prevention Month?
Yes. It can be part of an October program or a schoolwide effort at any time of year. Follow-through by school staff remains essential.
Does an assembly replace a school’s prevention and reporting program?
No. The presentation supports conversation and awareness. Your school remains responsible for responding to incidents and maintaining its established support and reporting procedures.
Plan your event with Kerry
Build an event that fits your students and reinforces the support already in place. Include grade levels, attendance, timing, and the message you want students to remember.
For booking inquiries, include your preferred date, location or virtual format, audience size, session length, and budget. Recording and material-sharing requests can be discussed in advance.
