School Programs
Bringing basketball legends into classrooms across Atlanta The NBRPA Atlanta Chapter believes that education and athletics go hand in hand. Our School Programs bring basketball legends directly into area schools to inspire students, share life lessons, and promote the values of hard work, teamwork, and perseverance.
What We Offer
Our customizable school programs include:
Classroom Visits: Basketball legends share their personal stories, discuss the importance of education, and answer students' questions
Assembly Presentations: Motivational talks for larger audiences about goal-setting, overcoming obstacles, and staying in school
Reading Programs: Players read with elementary students and promote literacy as a foundation for success
Career Days: Former players discuss their post-basketball careers and the skills that transfer from sports to life
PE Class Demonstrations: Interactive basketball skills sessions that teach fundamentals while emphasizing sportsmanship
Anti-Bullying Workshops: Programs focused on respect, inclusion, and standing up for others
Program Benefits
Schools that partner with us report:
Increased student engagement and attendance
Improved classroom behavior and motivation
Memorable experiences that students talk about for years
Authentic role models who reinforce teachers' messages about education
Community connections that strengthen school culture
Available Resources
We provide schools with supporting materials including:
Pre-visit curriculum guides aligned with school district standards
Student worksheets and reflection activities
Basketball legends biography sheets
Post-visit assessment tools
Digital content for classroom displays
Scheduling and Logistics
Our school programs are available throughout the academic year and can be scheduled during school hours or for special events. Programs typically last 30-60 minutes and can accommodate individual classrooms or entire grade levels. We work with your schedule and can coordinate multiple visits across a school district.
Cost and Funding
We strive to make our programs accessible to all schools. While there is a nominal fee to cover logistics, we offer:
Reduced rates for Title I schools
Scholarship opportunities for schools with limited budgets
Partnership options with corporate sponsors who want to fund school visits
What Educators Say
"Having a basketball legend visit our school was transformative. Our students were completely engaged, and the message about staying in school really resonated. We saw the impact for weeks afterward." — Principal, Atlanta Public Schools
"The NBRPA school program was the highlight of our career week. Students asked thoughtful questions and left inspired to pursue their own dreams—both on and off the court." — Middle School Teacher
Bring Us To Your School
Ready to bring basketball legends to your students? Complete our school program request form, and our team will work with you to create a memorable experience for your school community.
