Amy V Smith

3...2...1 Blast off! @makersempire check out this design🤩 created by a fabulous #4thgrade Ss #techytechsharks #DMUSD #3dprintedu #STEAM #techteacher #techteacherloop

Poets trapped inside a snow globe! LMK if you’re interested in my animated GIFS😊happy to share! @WeVideo @doinkapps #2ndgrade #oasharks #techytechsharks #dmusd #greenscreen #techteacher

1st graders designed a ⛄️ / winter scene using @tech4learning_wixie @canva is a great app to create fun gifs for showcasing student projects on social media! #DMUSD #techytechsharks #techteacher #1stgrade #oasharks

Pretending to know what I’m doing with this 🎧🎤🎼equipment! Sometimes w new technology it’s about diving right in & just trying it... #CASTEAM19 #growthmindset #techytechsharks

Ss testing foundational skills that are part of every programming language.Ss use condition blocks to help roll through the world of Smeeborg! @kodable provides students & teachers w amazing resources #kidscancode #csforall #DMUSD #techytechsharks

❤️when Ss arrive & know exactly to do. We recently began giving Ss choices...In the” “Digital Gym” elective Ss are exploring #stopmotion #digitalstorytelling #greenscreen When Ss choose it provides awesome opportunities! #DMUSD #techytechsharks #OAsharks @wevideo @doinkapps

@OASharks learning how to make #3DModels We learned about the design process, testing our ideas, & so much more! Thanks Rhiannon from @MakersEmpire for visiting us! #DMUSD #techytechsharks #3Dprinted #oasharks

Had fun presenting about @codesparkapp a completely free resource for teachers! Check it out here bit.ly/sdcuesmith lesson plans and plenty of resources to begin a fantastic coding adventure with your students. #SDCUE #csforall #kidscancode

@OASharks learning about #3DPrinting from local expert! We saw some examples of 3D printed parts for the medical industry, SpaceX, & even a 3D printed dress! Fascinating! #DMUSD #techytechsharks #3Dprintedu #STEAM

Can’t wait to share about @codesparkapp FREE coding resources where young Ss use code to tell stories and make games ! @SanDiego_CUE Join me on November 2 !

@oasharks wrapping up our “Adventures in Coding” Elective where students used code to design games, stories, animations, & more ! Check out the curriculum here csfirst.withgoogle.com/c/cs-… Thanks @mitscratchteam #kidscancode #csforall #technologyteacher #edtech #DMUSD

#BackToSchool2019 I had an incredibly busy week but feeling grateful to be back at one school site. It’s going to be an awesome year! In addition,to my busy work schedule I also made sure to: 🌳Go for a walk and spend time outside 🚴🏽‍♀️🧘🏻‍♀️Do physical activity I enjoy #teachergoals

Lucky pup! Ryder👇🏽 loves the beach🏖 🐾

Who loves making video games? We do🙋🏻‍♀️🙋‍♂️🙆‍♀️🙅🏻‍♂️🙅🏽‍♀️ Ss designed and programmed a game for their friends using @codesparkapp #csforall #DMUSD #techytechsharks #3rdgrade #STEAM #edtech

Ss used Pixie software aka @Tech4Learning . It has options for students to: search images,draw, type/etc. I’m sure you’ve heard of it (oldie but a goodie) have you used it!? Our district just purchased the web version cloud based...

Superhero Silhouettes thank you @fuglefun for always inspiring me to create something new! Printing these on magnets they will definitely make lovely end of the year gifts for parents or Father’s Day! #arted #ipaded #1stgrade #DMUSD #techytechsharks

@OASharks redesigning our lunch areas... Ss clearly want to include more nature in our future lunch areas🌲🌲🌲“Current vs. Inspiring lunch areas” #techytechsharks #DMUSD #3dprintedu @MakersEmpire3D #edtech #4thgrade