Bullying has become of increasing concern in schools. We want students to feel safe in school. If there is the risk of bullying, that feeling may be absent. Bullying is widespread in schools around the world and often goes unreported. International research indicates that bullying occurs at all grade levels, but is seen most frequently in elementary schools. Students are often reluctant to report being bullied for fear of retaliation, shame, or making the problem worse. Often, instances of bullying go unreported.

Pennsylvania is, unfortunately, one of the top five states with the highest rates of reported bullying in schools in grades K-12. In an effort to lower this statistic, Pennsylvania is working hard to focus on training staff on how to handle bullying; engaging local community partners to provide information and resources; and classroom discussions, meetings, role-playing, and anti-bullying rule enforcement. Another great way for Pennsylvania schools to offer elementary students information about bullying is via school assembly.

Domino the Great offers a magical school assembly called Buddies Not Bullies, a program that promotes the principles of respect for each other and addresses a negative issue – anti-bullying – with a positive tone. Rather than simply talk to the students about rules, Domino engages the students with storytelling and magic. By offering this important message through an entertaining medium, the children are more likely to absorb the information and the positive message and recall it when they need it.

Inspire students to be Buddies Not Bullies by allowing Domino to show them the magic inside of them. It will give them a solid foundation on which to build respect for themselves and each other.

"Our Students Definitely Came Away With A Positive Attitude About Respecting Others!" "Thank you Domino for coming to our school for the 'Buddies Not Bullies' assembly.  We have recieved nothing but positive feedback from the teachers and students.  The kids all enjoyed themselves and definitely came away with a positive attitude about respecting others. Your finishing touch to the show was impressive!"  - Lori S. & Erin P., Thomas Jefferson Elementary, Yorktown Heights, NY

"I would highly recommend this experience." "This was a high-energy assembly that kept students' interest throughout. Combining its powerful anti-bullying message with more light-hearted audience participation, Domino the Great's "Buddies Not Bullies" Assembly was a meaningful investment for our school. I would highly recommend this experience!" - Robert H., Zena Elementary School Kingston, New York

"Domino has a great way of getting a great message about bullying out!" “Domino the Great recently came to our school!  The kids really enjoyed him!  He has a great way of getting a great message about bullying out! Thank You Domino!” - Crystal H. - PTA President - Van Corlaer Elementary School - Schenectady City School District

Amazing Magic Tricks: Magic! Everyone loves magic. This is the core of the program and captures the students’ attention and keeps them engaged throughout the assembly. It is basically the delivery system for the anti-bullying message.

Age-Appropriate Humor: The other way to keep students interested is to make them laugh. Domino uses jokes throughout his program to keep students involved and engaged.