WCPSS is continuously adding new single sign-on resources to our RapidIdentity WakeID dashboard. Adobe Spark and SketchUp have just been added. Both of these tools are great to use with students.

Using Adobe Spark, you and students can easily create and share visual content – like graphics, web stories, and animated video. It's simple to use and creates beautiful 'professional' results.

I am currently using Adobe Spark Video with my students. Be sure to stop by and ask 3rd grade, in particular Ms. Oliver, how their students are using Adobe Spark for their videos too.

FYI: You can earn CEU credits via Kyte Learning as you learn more about Adobe Spark.

SketchUp is 3D design software. While I have not personally used SketchUp, I have learned that you can:

• Create 3D models of buildings, furniture, interiors, landscapes, and more objects.
• Share 3D models as walkthrough animations, scenes, or printouts, with realistic light and shadows. You can even print a model on our 3D printer.

I envision our students:

• creating models for new playground equipment by applying their understanding of shapes,
• designing their own coffee cups or pencil cases for their new business,
• designing new buildings for Raleigh by applying their understanding of perimeter, area ,and volume,
• designing houses for the 3 Little Pigs to connect with ELA,
• and designing an animal habitat for the Bugg Zoo to connect with Science.

Go ahead and dive into SketchUp. Then you can share your expertise with all of us.