The+Launch

The launch of //Backflips and Butterflies//   ﻿On Monday the 23rd August, we held our launch for the long awaited animated movie - Backflips and Butterflies. The night was a success and was a tribute to all involved throughout the project. The girls and Gregg invited their families along to see all their hard work. On display were written pieces by each of the girls on their thoughts of the project, photos, their characters and parts of the set plus a life size version of the ticket box from the movie. A number of staff spoke during the evening plus three girls spoke on behalf of all the students involved. An incredibly proud Gregg Brown (our artist) introduced the film for us all to see. Thank you to all involved this has been an amazing experience for all of us (teacher and students!)   //Here's a bit of a snipet of part of my speech plus what is featured in our school magazine: //  The use of animation in schools diversifies the use of technology. The beauty of such a project was that so much of the time the girls didn’t realise the connection between the project and the curriculum, as they saw it as an incredibly unique and exciting experience. The girls worked co-operatively in groups, analysing and building on the ideas of others. Above all, the project gave the girls the possibility both to work collaboratively through planning and discussion and to act as mentors for each other. Throughout the twelve week process we all developed an incredible appreciation for the intricate work of animators. Ms Belinda Pringle from Arts Victoria, Mr Bob Stensholt, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Burwood, Members of our School Board, Gregg Brown (artist), parents, teachers and the Year 5 girls were all excited to enjoy the finished film Backflips and Butterflies at the launch. //Photos: //          