Great Job, #niprockart Students!!

Talk about GREAT COLLABORATION!

Wow, students in art classes between grades 9 through 12 helped to create a FANTASTIC video that we are submitting for a competition for Mind Share Learning's Video Challenge!

Feel free to take a look:

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  1. Heidi Siwak13 December 2012 at 20:40

    Nice work! What a treat to see how technology is being used in art classes. How exciting to connect with the larger art community. You've got some fabulous projects going - and talented people. Good luck with your submission.

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    1. Mrs. Rose2 January 2013 at 20:43

      Thanks Heidi! :) I'm so grateful for my #artsed PLN on Twitter -- they provide so many great ideas & feedback. The students have really taken a shine to trying new projects & different ways of learning too, while still maintaining an appreciation for the essential skills they need. It sure is a cool time to teach.

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