Was last week a blur for you?? Me, too. I do remember a few moments, one in particular is this week's blog topic...
As most of you know, I'm a sucker when it comes to music and video. Throw in some Michael Jackson and I'm all over it. When it comes to helping produce a Lip Dub using a Michael Jackson song, you can always count me in.
Last week, the staff at Del Rey did something they had never done before. While creating a video reminding students about proper playground behavior was the goal, being a part of a Lip Dub as the opener was something out of the ordinary. Teachers were encouraged to dance, sing, and be silly - all directly in front of the camera.
The Lip Dub concept was shared quickly and teachers had very little time to consider options. Actually, they didn't have any options. They rose to the occasion, stepped out of their comfort zone, enjoyed being silly and created a memory for the entire student body to enjoy.
Last week, the staff at Del Rey did something they had never done before. While creating a video reminding students about proper playground behavior was the goal, being a part of a Lip Dub as the opener was something out of the ordinary. Teachers were encouraged to dance, sing, and be silly - all directly in front of the camera.
The Lip Dub concept was shared quickly and teachers had very little time to consider options. Actually, they didn't have any options. They rose to the occasion, stepped out of their comfort zone, enjoyed being silly and created a memory for the entire student body to enjoy.
All I can say is the kids were MESMERIZED while watching their very own teachers groove to the music. After the Lip Dub, teachers shared how to slide down a slide or wait patiently for a car in car pool or politely check out a ball during recess. They put together an unforgettable video, starting with a delightful Lip Dub.
If you ever want to see smiles on faces of students, show them a funny video. If you want those smiles to turn into giggles, show them a video of teachers they know being just a little bit silly.
We've had class Lip Dubs and now a staff Lip Dub. Who knows?
Could there be a WHOLE SCHOOL Lip Dub in our future???! I'll be waiting with ideas (it doesn't even have to include Michael Jackson) - if anyone wants to give that a try.
-Patsy Templeton
ptempleton@orinda.k12.ca.us
Could there be a WHOLE SCHOOL Lip Dub in our future???! I'll be waiting with ideas (it doesn't even have to include Michael Jackson) - if anyone wants to give that a try.
-Patsy Templeton
ptempleton@orinda.k12.ca.us
Enjoy -- the students of Del Rey sure did.
