School assemblies should be inclusive to promote the values of community and responsibility. They should be planned out with the input of staff so that the majority is comfortable with the topic. This ensures that the assembly is not under the sole ownership of the principal or head teacher, but instead instills a sense of cooperation amongst all staff. Due to a high school's typically busy agenda, planning out year-long assemblies at the start of the year can save time.
During an assembly, the person leading the session must set the appropriate mood. Arriving before time to ensure that the hall or space is well-prepared and organized is critical. The leader has the responsibility of making certain that the space is clean and well-ventilated, and all the materials needed for the presentation are available. Depending on the session's activities, the leader should be both motivational and informative.
Theme presentation is an important aspect of the assembly. The topic chosen should reflect the values and missions of the school and be engagingly presented to capture students' attention. It is worthwhile for the speaker to use a firm but non-threatening tone that allows the audience to reflect on what is being said. Topic presentations should be kept brief to allow time for other activities such as entertainment or announcements.
Time keeping is an indispensable factor in school assemblies. Typical assemblies take 50 minutes depending on the activities that have been planned. It is important to emphasize that minimal time is needed for students and staff take to get seated in the hall. Briefly announcing the order of activities at the beginning will ensure that participants keep time during their presentation. Silence during an assembly is also required not just for time saving but also for promoting the value of respect.