Teacher: Ms. Lisa Zeuner
Email address: Lzeuner@acitech.org
Room: 1321 Dance Studio
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Dance Academy Absence Make Up Assignment
Please utilize the info on this website if you are absent or unable to access your Google Classroom. Keep in mind that the information available on this site does not replace your presence in class. Being absent means you miss out on class discussions, additional commentary or explanations not found on the power points, and the experience of hands on creating or performing, all of which is a part of learning. Assignments and other resources will be shared through Google Classroom.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The Academy of Performing Arts, Dance Arts (Intermediate & Advanced/Honors) are performance-based courses. Students must audition to be placed in the Intermediate & Advanced (Honors) levels. Students will demonstrate understanding of technique, composition, performance and interpretation. Through discovery, practice & performance, students will discover understandings of the social and cultural impact dance has on society. The Dance courses are designed to further student confidence as as ensemble members, solo performers, choreographers and directors to enhance their craft and prepare them for real world dance opportunities.
Medical & Absences/ Alternative Assignment
Students must make up missed work to receive participation credit. If a student is unable to participate in an activity due to a medical restriction or absence, written work will be assigned. Students have one week to make up work for full credit.
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Supplies: Chromebooks, Notebook, pencil, folder, combination padlock for lockers, dance attire, hair ties and dance shoes and uniforms (see below requirements).
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
Students are expected to arrive at class on time and prepared.
All students are expected to dress appropriately for class and follow the class/school dress code. Uniforms will be worn to class for all Ballet Classes & Performance Assignments. Students who are unprepared will receive a loss of points towards their daily or project grade.
Cell phones must be turned off and put in student lockers during class, unless instructed by the teacher that they may be used during the activity as a music source.
Students will develop a course portfolio that records their reflections on the physical practice experienced in this course, their connection to in-class creative process activities, and their personal development with course material.
Weekly writing assignments should focus on the student’s experience of the technical material covered in class each week. Emphasis should be placed on personal development as a dancer, highlighting at least one new technical element that was introduced in the classes that week.
Students are required to utilize their Chromebooks and have them charged before attending class.
Students will access the school email and Google Classroom daily, and should submit the Dance Alternate Assignment in the event of an absence.
Students are required to work in diverse groups, sometimes with those having different skill levels or work ethics. It is within the scope of Career and Technical Education classes that students learn to act professionally, problem solve, and complete the task together to the best of their ability.
Students are required to attend scheduled field trips and complete written reflections.
Students will be required to participate and perform in the Choreoproject Concert (Dec. 11th 2026) and the SPRING DANCE CONCERT (May 13, 2027). Participation will require after school rehearsals and evening performances.
Marking Period Grade
Summative (45%)
Formative (45%)
Benchmarks (10%)
Semester 1 Final Grade
1st Marking Period 40%
2nd Marking Period 40%
Final Exam 20%
Semester 2 Final Grade
1st Marking Period 40%
2nd Marking Period 40%
Final Exam 20%
REQUIRED DANCE ACADEMY PERFORMANCE & EVENT DATES:
Performing Arts Dance Choreoproject: Dec. 11th 2026. ACIT Performing Arts Center at 7:00PM. Mandatory Concert Tech & Dress Rehearsals will take place from 2:30pm. to 5:15pm. on 12/07, 12/08, 12/9 & 12/10
Experience Dance Day: (Juniors & Seniors only) Stockton University. Friday October 16th, 2026
New Jersey High School Dance Festival: Union City High School. Saturday March 2027, TBA
Philadanco Performance: The Kimmel Center. Thursday April 15th, 2027
Spring Dance Concert: Friday May 13, 2027. ACIT Performing Arts Center at 7:00pm
Mandatory Concert Tech & Dress Rehearsals will take place from 2:30pm to 5:30PM. on 04/27, 04/28, 04/29, 04/30, 05/03, 05/04, 05/05,
05/06, 05/07, 05/10, 05/11 & 05/13
Atlantic County Teen Arts Festival, Eagle Theater Hammonton: May 2027, TBA
Performing Arts Awards: TBA, ACIT Performing Arts Center
DANCE ACADEMY UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS
*Dance Uniform supplies can also be purchased locally at Dance & Fitness Factory or Online.
DANCE ACADEMY UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS
Daily Class Dress Code * NO short crop tops/ sports bras/ sheer leggings
Any of the following is permitted:
● Black: Dance Leotard, Tights with Dance Shorts
● Black: Fitted T-Shirt, Leggings, Athletic Pants or Joggers
*Dance Uniform supplies can also be purchased locally at Dance & Fitness Factory or Online.
Dance Shoes:
● Modern, Jazz: Adult Slip-On Jazz Shoes
(Capezio EJ2) Color: Caramel or Maple or (Balera Dancewear B80) Caramel, Hazelnut or Sunatan
● Option 1. Tap: Character Tap Shoes (Capezio Style No: 561) Caramel
● Option 2. Tap: Adult Lace Up Tap Shoe (Flex MASTR CG16), Color: Caramel
● Ballet: Split-Sole Ballet Shoes, (Capezio 2037W) Colors: Nude, Lt. Suntan or Nude
Required Uniform for Ballet Class, Performances & Master Classes
Additional layers of clothing other than the required items are to be removed at the beginning of class. All pants must not exceed the ankle in length. If pants are too long, the dancer can lose control and fall.
Uniform. Dancers may choose from the following options or find comparable brands in the same styles.
● Adult Short Sleeve Leotard (Balera MT2438) Color: Black, or comparable brand.
● Ultra Soft Transition Tights (Capezio Style #1916) Choose the color that is closest to your skin tone.
● High Waist Dance Leggings (Theatricals Style No: TH5602) Color: Black, or comparable brand.
● Adult Camisole Double Layer Bra (Capezio Style No: 3683), or comparable flesh tone bra.
● Optional: Ballet Tie Wrap Skirt. Color: Black
● T shirt or Fitted Crewneck Short Sleeved Shirt, Color: Black
● Jogger Pants (Augusta Sportswear Style# AUG229548), Color: Black, or comparable brand.
● Stretch Cotton Bike Shorts (Hanes 7”) Color: Black
● Men’s Yoga/Athletic Shorts. (CRZ Yoga) Color: Black, or comparable brand.
Dance Locker
Students will be given a locker in the dance studio to store dance supplies and personal belongings. All items of value must be put in the lockers. Students will need to purchase a combination lock place on lockers, to secure items.
Cell Phones
Cell phones and smart watches are not allowed during class and must be turned off and put away.
Hair
Hair must be pulled up and secured to the head so as not to obscure the line of the neck. It should be arranged so that it does not move during class or otherwise distract the dancer. Short hair must be pinned out of the face or held back with a headband.
Jewelry Dress Code
Jewelry must be removed & placed with belongings before class. No dangling earrings, necklaces, bracelets, watches, etc.
Students will lose participation points for the day if they do not adhere to the dress code, including jewelry and watches.
Costumes
Many costumes will be supplied by the PA Dance Academy. Students are responsible for contributing to additional costume needs for class and stage performances.
Contact Lzeuner@acitech.org with questions about the course or if you need help locating the required uniform or dance shoes.
It is the expectation of the student to care for and clean their uniforms regularly. If you are unable to provide a clean uniform regularly, please call Erin Higman, Supervisor of Guidance at 609-625-2249 ext 1147 for proper accommodations.