EMPOWERING STUDENTS THROUGH HIP-HOP

Watch Dr. Blake

HELPING YOUNG PEOPLE
STEP INTO THEIR POWER &
CHANGE THEIR LIVES

Through Growth Mindset motivational assemblies, parent nights, staff workshops, and a video curriculum series, Dr. Blake Brandes helps students recognize their inherent potential and encourages them to use the Growth Mindset to be resilient, follow their passions, reframe their perspective, and achieve their dreams.
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A powerful video by a school district about Blake’s visit!

Stats & Facts

  • 20 years Dr. Blake has been motivating youth
  • 604,000 students reached with Dr. Blake’s Growth Mindset message
  • 1,472 in person assemblies held to date
  • 195 virtual assemblies held to date
  • 722 schools have asked Blake to inspire their students
  • 41 states have brought Dr. Blake in for Growth Mindset presentations
  • Appearances on America’s Got Talent, TEDx, and Freestyle Love Supreme with Lin-Manuel Miranda
"Blake's assembly today was incredible. The students truly responded to the growth mindset message, our teachers were into it, and it was one of the best assemblies we've ever had!"
Maggie Barry, Principal
Maggie Barry, PrincipalPatrick Henry Elementary, California
"Dr. Blake's presentation wrapped everything about Growth Mindset into an engaging presentation that was universally acclaimed by our students, parents, teachers, and administration."
Laura Bonomolo, Curriculum Coach
Laura Bonomolo, Curriculum CoachVince Lombardi Elementary, New York
"Dr. Blake's presentation on Growth Mindset was so amazing and engaging to our students. Every school should have the opportunity to hear Dr. Blake's message!"
Jen Pilcic, Programs Vice Principal
Jen Pilcic, Programs Vice PrincipalMcCall Elementary, Texas
"Dr. Blake's ability to teach the power of YET is second to none."
Lauren Holthaus, Assistant Principal
Lauren Holthaus, Assistant PrincipalCora Kelly School, Virginia
"The Growth Mindset is going to live on at our school. Dr. Blake was entertaining, the teachers loved him, the kids all wanted his autograph, and they enjoyed the show. You HAVE to have Dr. Blake come to your school."
Stephanie Schofield, Principal
Stephanie Schofield, PrincipalCappy Culver Elementary, California
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Virtual Assembly Details

  • 45-Minute assembly hosted through our Zoom, or any other platform you choose
  • Interactive and engaging, family-friendly raps, beatboxing, comedic storytelling, and more
  • K-12 age appropriate lessons are tailored to your students and their grade level
  • Expanded SEL impact through virtual Growth Mindset parent nights and staff professional development availability
  • Adaptable format proven successful in fully remote, hybrid, and in-person environments
  • Flexible scheduling with easy booking options and no rescheduling fees

NOW BOOKING

We are now accepting reservations for in-person and virtual assemblies for the 2025-26 school year! For information about booking an assembly program, please complete the contact form below.