Induction Process

Eligibility Criteria for Student Induction

Induction into the NHSDA is an honor earned through dedication, achievement, and service within the dance community.

• Junior Chapter Induction (Grades 6–8): Requires the accumulation of 15 points

• Secondary Chapter Induction (Grades 9–12): Requires the accumulation of 30 points

Points are awarded for participation in a variety of dance-related activities, including classes, rehearsals, performances, research projects, workshops, and community service. In addition, students must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Students are responsible for tracking their points and submitting a completed NHSDA Points Worksheet to the Chapter Sponsor. For activities completed outside of chapter programs, students must provide verification (such as playbills, registration confirmations, photos, or other approved documentation). The Chapter Sponsor will maintain official records of all points earned.

In addition to meeting point and GPA requirements, students must consistently demonstrate collaborative teamwork, motivation, leadership, and a positive attitude in all aspects of dance—whether through choreography, performance, mentoring, or production work.

GPA Requirement

To qualify for NHSDA Induction, students must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.8.

Students are required to submit a copy of their report card to the Chapter Sponsor as verification of their GPA.

For homeschooled students:

• If grades are based on a 100-point system, each point is equivalent to 0.04 on the 4.0 GPA scale (for example, a score of 80 out of 100 equals a GPA of 3.2).

• If grades are not based on a point system, a GPA may be established through an official letter from the parent to the Chapter Sponsor confirming that the student has achieved academic excellence.

NHSDA Induction is a lifetime recognition, and once earned, the designation remains with the student’s academic record.

If a student’s GPA later falls below the chapter’s minimum requirement, there is no penalty or revocation of their induction. Instead, the Chapter Sponsor or faculty advisor will work with the student to help them regain academic standing.

At the Chapter Sponsor’s discretion, an inducted student may be temporarily restricted from chapter activities—including participation in ceremonies or wearing NHSDA cords at graduation—if concerns arise regarding conduct, safety, or behavior that could compromise the integrity of the NHSDA or the well-being of others.

DanceSpace Requirements for NHSDA Membership

To maintain good standing in the NHSDA at DanceSpace, students must meet the following requirements:

• NHSDA membership is available only to active CREW and PC members.

• Dancers must fulfill all CREW and PC program requirements to remain in good standing with NHSDA.

• All NHSDA members must participate in Concert 2026.

• All NHSDA members are required to participate in fundraising efforts (e.g., Bake Sales, Candy Grams, Kids’ Night Out, Valentine Grams) to help offset Induction fees and ceremony costs.

• All NHSDA members are required to participate in DS community events (e.g., M&M pop-ups, School fairs, Erie Community Events, DS @ ECC, etc).  

• Members must be active participants in the NHSDA BAND, responding to requests and attending or watching Zoom meetings whenever possible.

• All NHSDA members are expected to uphold the DanceSpace and NDEO Code of Conduct standards at all times.