Shardie Ezell

Ezell’s innovative teaching idea, “Document Us! Film Project,” focuses on providing an opportunity for the students of Bret Harte Middle School to learn how to create short films focused on their lives and experiences. Students involved in the project will learn all aspects of filmmaking including editing, basic computer skills and proper teamwork as the program will assign them to work in teams. The project will also be a great introduction to film making and allow the students to explore digital media tools. All activities will be hands-on and student-led. In an effort to engage the local community, Bret Harte will plan to host a community movie night to share the final produced movies with the families and friends of class participants.