Courses
Dance 1-2
Dance 1-2 (formerly Beginning Dance) is a course designed for students with little to no experience or training in dance. Students will master skills in a wide variety of dance genres and topics such as jazz, hip hop, ballet, modern, and lyrical dance. Students who complete the course will receive PE credit equivalent to PE 9 & 10.
Dance 3-4 (CTE Pathway)
Dance 3-4 (formerly Advanced Dance) is a course designed to give students the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge in dance in a creative and collaborative setting. Students will learn and practice skills such as choreography, staging, costuming, lighting, and other career-ready applications. This course requires rehearsal and performance outside of school hours. Students who complete the course will receive elective Arts credit.
Dance Quest
Dance Quest is a course designed for students at an advanced level who are motivated to work on their own projects and choreography independently. Students must have Mrs. Jansen's approval to enroll in Dance Quest. Students who complete the course will receive Arts elective credit.
Competitive and Performance Dance (Sapphire Team)
Competitive and Performance Dance is a course designed for elite dancers who have auditioned and been selected for the Sapphire Dance Team. This course requires extensive rehearsal and performance outside of school hours.