This is Mrs. McNeely's third year as director of the dance program at Walden Grove High School.  Her teaching style focuses on fostering creativity, building confidence and instilling a love for dance in all the students.  She has continued to build the program while being committed to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment for all levels of dance.   The dance program has continued to thrive!

"I am dedicated to helping my students discover their passion for dance while honing their technical skills. My approach combines classical training with contemporary techniques, ensuring a well-rounded dance education. I emphasize the importance of discipline, teamwork, and self-expression, encouraging my students to explore their creativity and push their boundaries." -McNeely 

BIO:

Mrs. McNeely is a Minnesota native who grew up training and competing in all styles of dance. She went on to receive her BA in Dance from Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University. McNeely worked for theNational Dance Alliance, teaching and judging, for ten years. She has taught studio dance for almost 20 years,focusing on Jazz, Contemporary and Hip Hop styles. She has also coached high school dance teams and all-star teams throughout her career. Mrs. McNeely has been choreographing for studios, dance teams and all-star programs throughout the Midwest for 15 years. She has received various choreography awards and has won many state and national titles, including two State Championships with The PAC Dance Team at Walden Grove!  She was also a member of Exisdanz All Stars, who won two USASF World Hip Hop Championships. She is truly passionate about all aspects of dance and helping dancers find that passion as well. Besides dance, Mrs. McNeely is a certified personal trainer and has spent 10 years teaching high school math and has a Masters Degree in Education.