1st Graders use Green Screen to tell about their Research Projects


Many 1st grade classes at Concord Elementary School researched Famous Black Americans. Students then used Green Screen to share the research they learned and teachers created class movies. Take a look at the amazing learning and use of technology used for this project. Teachers had a Gallery walk to share the amazing work going on in 1st grade.
1st Grade Teachers: Steve Talley, Megan Bruns, Val SanFelice and Tess Northey











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