DMS students talk to students in southern Wales.

DMS 6th grade students in Mrs. Hatcher’s and Mrs. Joseph’s World Cultures classes were able to participate in a cultural exchange video conference with students from Abersychan Comprehensive School in southern Wales.  The conference was facilitated by Distance Learning Coordinator Christi Rickert and Instructional Technology Specialist Holly Donovan. Students submitted their questions in advance via the school blog, then took turns asking and answering questions about each culture.  Students on both sides of the Atlantic had a fabulous time exchanging questions and showing their props.  One of the DMS students asked which video games were favorites in Wales.  A boy in Wales answered, “Call of Duty” and both rooms erupted in cheers!  That was one similarity that seemed to surpise and delight both groups.