August Christine

Author ofIf I had a gun this story wouldn't exist

Real talk. Real tools. A schoolwide reset.
Students learn simple, repeatable tools for staying calm under pressure, speaking up, and getting help when they need it.
They leave with language for boundaries, courage to interrupt bullying, and proof they’re not alone.

Real talk. Real tools.
A schoolwide reset.

From the Ashes with August Christine delivers assemblies that ignite connection, cut through walls between students, and inspire lasting change in how they treat themselves and each other.*Optional Add-On:
Rise Above App
Schools can choose to add Rise Above App, August Christine’s custom mental health & peer support app, to your school.
Rise Above is a private, lightweight, 24/7 App designed for teens and young adults. It gives students instant access to:Tools to manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelmAnonymous peer connection and safe communicationStep-by-step guidance when life feels too heavyNational helplines and crisis support right in their pocketWith Rise Above, your school doesn’t just get a powerful day—you give your students a lifeline they can carry every single day after.

Why Schools Book

August connects with students in minutes—no lecturing, no preaching.Students leave with a mindset shift that sticks.The impact lasts beyond the assembly through the included app.

The Rise Above App

Private & anonymous peer support24/7 crisis tools and helplinesStep-by-step guidance when life feels overwhelmingEasy to install, takes minimal storage, and stays on their phone for years

The Impact You'll see

When August Christine steps into your school, the shift is immediate. Students who rarely speak up start engaging. Cliques blur. Eyes open.The focus isn’t on telling them what to think—it’s on helping them want to treat themselves and others differently. The change continues in hallways, cafeterias, and classrooms long after the assembly ends.

Go Beyond the Assembly

For schools that want to extend the impact, August offers the Rise Above add-on—a custom mental health & peer support app for teens and young adults.It’s discreet, easy to install, and built for real life. Rise Above gives students:A safe, anonymous space to share what they’re going throughTools to handle stress, anxiety, and high-pressure moments24/7 access to helplines and crisis supportStrategies they can use instantly, right when they need themYour students leave inspired from the assembly—and with Rise Above, they leave prepared for whatever comes next.

Rise Above

Teen & Young Adult Support App

Private & Anonymous – A safe space to share feelings and struggles without fear of judgment.24/7 Access – Support is always available, even after school hours and on weekends.Peer Connection – Connect with others going through similar challenges in a moderated, secure environment.Crisis Tools & Helplines – Immediate links to national hotlines, text lines, and professional support.Step-by-Step Guidance – Simple action plans for moments of stress, anxiety, or overwhelm.Lightweight & Easy to Install – Minimal phone storage required, so it’s always accessible.Real-Life Strategies – Tips and coping methods that actually work in high-pressure moments.Keeps the Conversation Alive – Extends the impact of the assembly long after the event.

PRICING & BOOKING

Every school is unique — and so is every program we deliver. Whether it’s one assembly or a full-day event with multiple sessions, pricing is customized based on:Number of studentsNumber of sessionsTravel requirementsWhether you add Rise Above, our private mental health & peer support app

Booking Terms

Remaining balance due 14 days before eventDiscounts available for multiple schools in the same district booking back-to-back days

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One hour with your students can change the way they treat themselves—and each other—for the rest of their lives

One Day. Lasting Change.

"This isn’t another assembly,
it’s the reset your school has been waiting for."

Thank you for the work you do for your students every day.
Every student has a story. Every school has its challenges.
Let’s create a day they’ll never forget — one that changes how they see themselves, each other, and their future.