Dance

Entrance in the Dance Company is by audition only. Dancers must be proficient in dance techniques for various styles including ballet, jazz, and tap. Students must have the ability to learn quickly and be comfortable choreographing. Dance Company students participate in various competitions and performance events outside of school. This involves added expenses and time outside of school hours and on weekends. 

Prerequisites: Audition 

Grades: 9-12 

Other Information: Students are required to have shoes, tights, and other dance attire. Costumes are pre-selected by instructor to be used in recitals and/or competitions. These items will be provided for any student in need. 

Movement and Dance I 

In Movement and Dance 1 students will explore various styles of dance, mainly focusing on Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Modern. All students are welcome regardless of previous experience. Recitals are mandatory and are both the midterm and final exam grades. All students must purchase their own dance shoes and attire. Two costumes are purchased each year which are the responsibility of the student. 

Prerequisites: None 

Grades: 8-12 

Other Information: Students are required to purchase shoes, tights, and other dance attire. Costumes are pre-selected by instructor to be used in recitals and/or competitions. These items will be provided for any student in need. 

Movement and Dance II/III 

This course is available to all students who have taken Movement and Dance I or with permission from the instructor. In Dance II/III students will explore all styles of dance in addition to working on their ability to create choreography. Technique, showmanship, style, and performance should improve. Competitions that occur outside of school are sometimes included in this course. Recitals are mandatory and are counted as midterm and final exam grades. 

Prerequisites: Movement and Dance I or Instructor Recommendation 

Grades: 9-12 

Other Information: Students are required to purchase shoes, tights, and other dance attire. Costumes are pre-selected by instructor to be used in recitals and/or competitions. These items will be provided for any student in need.