Performing Arts Intro To Dance - Dance Arts
Teacher: Ms. Lisa Zeuner
Email address: Lzeuner@acitech.org
Room: 1321 Dance Studio
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The Performing Arts Intro To Dance Course will provide students with an inclusive learning experience through the process of
exploring dance fundamentals, concepts for creating art, and dance performance. Students will identify dance concepts utilizing
imitative, creative and analytical approaches to understanding dance within a variety of dance styles and forms, including modern,
contemporary, ballet, jazz and tap. Fundamental dance skills and techniques are applied and practiced by the students during class,
emphasizing the importance of anatomical awareness and creative development. Students will investigate movement sequences
focusing on healthy anatomical functioning. Students will learn to identify, create, develop and perform original movement
sequences through explorations in improvisation and choreography, demonstrating understanding of dance as an instrument for
communication.
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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PROGRAM OBJECTIVES & REQUIREMENTS:
Students will participate in a variety of dance technique activities, explorations and performances.
Students are expected to dress appropriately for class and follow the class/school dress code. Students are required to wear dance/athletic clothing to class. Students will need to purchase dance shoes and specialized clothing for daily movement activities (See Uniform Policy Below).
Students are required to utilize their Chromebooks and have them charged before attending class.
Students will access the school email and Google Classroom regularly, and should submit the Dance Alternate Assignment in the event of an absence.
Students will turn off and place cell phones in lockers during class, unless instructed by the teacher that they may be used during the activity as a music source.
Students will 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 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.
More information on the course can be found on the ACIT DANCE website: https://sites.google.com/a/acitech.org/acit-dance-academy/home
COURSE OUTLINE:
Unit 1: Understanding the elements and principles in dance art
Unit 2: Investigate technical concepts for creating dance art.
Unit 3: Dance as a vehicle for Communication
Unit 4: Evaluating Healthy Strategies for Performance
Formative Assessments 45% 1st Marking Period 25%
REQUIRED DANCE 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
Philadanco Performance: The Kimmel Center. Thursday April 15th, 2027
Spring Dance Concert: Thursday 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, Hammonton: May 2027, TBA
Performing Arts Awards: TBA, ACIT Performing Arts Center
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.