Below is an example rundown of what a typical school assembly would look like. There is also a small video clip to give you a better look at what is being described. Follow the links below if you need to download the QuickTime™ Player or Windows™ Media Player. To view the "Commit to Life Vow" flash movie you will need a recent version of the Flash Player installed. Click the link below to install it.

The “Rhythms of Life” school assemblies are designed to encourage students to commit to life. We use this program to build up a students self esteem, bring awareness to the suicide problem, teach them the basics of how they can support others who may be depressed or suicidal. However, this program is not designed to be a stand- alone program. It is designed to kick-start or lead into more in depth training, such as QPR, ASSIST or other workshops that Carry the Cure offers.

* Watch the newest clip from a 8-19-2008 school assembly on YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_3RjaTWyqA

	The assembly begins with a two minute video that is simply used as a way to gain student interest. It is a computer generated video that gives the feeling of being in a virtual reality game. Included at the end of the video is a ten second countdown. Watch the Video     Watch the Video
	The countdown leads into a live music presentation with a full band expressing lyrics that include the message of "Committing to Life". Watch the Video     Watch the Video
	After the lyric portion of the song (while the bassist is still playing), the drummer jumps out from his position and gets eight student volunteers to play on percussion instruments. Watch the Video     Watch the Video
	Intense rhythmic finale to this segment of the program that involves the whole "Committed to Life" music team (five members) and the student volunteers. Watch the Video     Watch the Video
	Bill's presentation. Video clips are used to support the message spoken at this time. An optional ending to this program is a student activity (involving a telephone hidden in the audience) stressing the need to connect with an adult in order to prevent possible life-threatening situations. Watch the Video     Watch the Video
	Drama presentation. Watch the Video     Watch the Video
	Five-minute wrap-up. We tie the whole program together, then challenge students to "commit to life". Students are provided with people and services, and contact information. Watch the Video     Watch the Video Watch the "Commit to Life Vow"