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Here are some common questions people often ask about The
Pro-Kids Show!
We've compiled a list of some of the most frequently asked questions
by other schools just like you. We're sure you have some questions
going through your head right now! Take a few moments to look through
this list of questions, and chances are you'll find an answer! If
not, please send us an email at info@pkshow.com
with any other questions you may have and we'll take care of them
right away!
Can
we just have the Family Night?
Is
the Family Night program the same show as the Daytime Assembly?
Does
the program have an anti-drug message?
Why
character education, and why a family night?
This
Family Night thing sounds like a lot of work. Is it?
When
are the letters sent home to promote Family Night?
Will
parents turn out for the Family Night Show?
Can
we just have the daytime assembly program?
How long is
the program?
What do
we need to provide?
How is
the audience seated?
We
had your program last year. Does your show change?
What is
Tims schedule like?
How do
I schedule a program?
Can
we just have the Family Night?
No. If we were to do a Family Night show only, we would get the
type of crowd that one would normally expect. At Pro-Kids, we are
not satisfied with that! The reason we have such an outstanding
reputation is because we know how to make Family Nights really work,
with maximum parent participation. After the students see the daytime
show, believe us, they dont want to miss the all new Family
Night show. They drag their parents to the show, which creates an
exciting atmosphere for our evening event! Also, in our Family Night
Show, references are made to the Daytime Assembly.
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Is
the Family Night program the same show as the Daytime Assembly?
No! The Family Night show is 100% different, so the kids are NOT
seeing the same thing twice. Tim makes sure the kids understand
this when he reminds them about the Family Night show during his
Daytime Assembly. He has a very funny and entertaining way of getting
the kids excited about returning for the new show.
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Does
the program have an anti-drug message?
Quite often the fee for The Pro-Kids Show is underwritten
by drug prevention dollars. The show does not discuss the
facts about drug abuse. The show instead focuses on core character
and self-image issues that are the real problem behind drug abuse.
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Why
character education, and why a family night?
We were talking about these themes long before they became as popular
as they are today. Theyve been called many things
lifeskills,
character education, values
the messages are still the same.
Be a good person. Treat others as you want to be treated. Be honest,
and cooperate with others. Think before you act. Respect yourself
and others. Be a good citizen. Believe in yourself. Spend quality
and quantity time together as a family.
So, why character education? Because we believe that without passing
on these qualities to our kids, we are in trouble as a nation. We
want to be a support to schools and families who also believe this
truth. In short, we are pro-kids for kids!
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I
usually just book daytime shows for our school. This Family Night
thing sounds like a lot of work. Is it?
No. We ask that you put up our posters and pictures, and duplicate
2 notices (that we provide) to be sent home with the students. Thats
it!
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In reality, The Pro-Kids Show promotes itself. As a company, we
have 22 years experience of doing Daytime & Evening programs
in elementary schools. We have developed a very simple, yet highly
effective, promotion packet that keeps your time to a minimum.
When
you book the program, we send you our Pro-Kids Promo Kit.
In this you will find:
1) posters
2) pictures
3) 2 letters that are to be duplicated and sent home
4) a news release (many schools fax this to newspapers and TV stations.)
5) sample announcements to read over the intercom
6) a step by step easy to follow system
Many parent and teacher groups have commented how helpful
our system was to them. One principal recently commented...

When
are the letters sent home to promote Family Night?
The first letter is sent home one week prior to the Family Night
Show. The second letter is sent home the day of the Daytime Assembly.
In reality, our show can be booked on short notice and still be
a success. (If we have the desired date available.)
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Will
parents turn out for the Family Night Show?
Audiences consistently turn out for the Family Night Show. Many
schools have told Tim that The Pro-Kids Show is the
highest attended event of the school year.
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Can
we just have the daytime assembly program?
Yes, although 85% of our schools host the complete program once
they understand what it is that we do. If you have our daytime assembly,
youll say, That was a great show. If you
have the complete program, we hear this Wow! We certainly
didnt expect a show like this. The parents LOVED it
When
can we do it again?
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How long
is the program?
The Daytime Assembly runs approximately 40 minutes, plus the time
needed for students to enter and exit the room. The Family Night
show lasts approximately one hour.
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What
do we need to provide?
The school does not need to provide any equipment. Tim will bring
his own backdrop curtain, sound system, etc. See our arrival
guide for more information.
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How
is the audience seated?
In most situations, for the Daytime Assembly the students are seated
on the floor. For Family Night, the children sit with their parents
(as families!) in chairs, and Tim performs on a stage. If your
school does not have a stage, Tim can perform on portable platforms
that are found in most schools. Ideally, he likes an 8x16 foot area.
Most portable platforms come in 4x8 sections, so 4 sections are
preferred.
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We
had your program last year. Wed like to have you again this
year. Does your show change?
Yes! Currently we have a 3-year cycle. So, we can present our full
program at your school 3 years in a row without repeating material.
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What
is Tims schedule like?
Crazy! To see the current schedule, click
here. Our schedule changes on a daily basis, as schools contact
us year round. To avoid disappointment, we recommend that you call
as soon as you have a date or timeframe in mind.
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How
do I schedule a program?
Grab your school calendar, pick up your phone and push these magic
numbers
1-800-227-3253. (or contact
us here!) After a friendly chat, Tim Hannig and The Pro-Kids
Show will appear at your school!
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