Fossil Ridge High School

Sun Dancers

Welcome!

We are the Fossil Ridge High School

Sun Dancers!

We are located in Keller, Texas; Keller ISD.

Director- Tiffany Graves

Assistant Director- Maile Thomas

WHo We Are:

The Fossil Ridge High School Sun Dancers are an organization that represents far more than performances at football games, pep rallies, and competitions. With a 30-year history of excellence, the Sun Dancers program has built a legacy of school spirit, leadership, service, and award-winning performances that continue to make the program a proud tradition at Fossil Ridge High School.
Throughout the years, the Sun Dancers have developed a reputation for strong character, high moral standards, and dedication to their school and community. Members of the team are expected to represent Fossil Ridge with pride while serving as ambassadors both on campus and throughout the Keller ISD community.
In addition to supporting school spirit, the Sun Dancers have experienced many successful contest seasons, earning recognition for their performances in a variety of styles including jazz, pom, lyrical, novelty, and officer routines. These award-winning performances are the result of months of hard work, commitment, and teamwork from every member of the program.
Beyond the dance floor, the Sun Dancers are committed to building meaningful connections within their community. Dancers develop leadership skills, lifelong friendships, and a strong sense of responsibility as they uphold the traditions of the program.
Each year, the Fossil Ridge Sun Dancers strive to:
• Participate in community service projects that give back to the Keller community
• Promote school spirit by performing at varsity football games, pep rallies, and various spring sporting events
• Visit and perform at elementary, intermediate, and middle schools within the Fossil Ridge feeder pattern to inspire future dancers
• Stay actively involved in campus events and the broader Fossil Ridge community
• Compete in dance competitions during the spring semester, continuing the tradition of award-winning performances
• Celebrate the program’s 30-year legacy of excellence, leadership, and school pride
And of course… so much more.
Being a member of the Fossil Ridge Sun Dancers means becoming part of a program built on tradition, teamwork, and excellence. Each new generation of dancers plays a role in continuing the legacy that has been built over the past three decades.

Director: Tiffany Graves

Bio:

Ms. Graves began dancing at the age of 3. She studied ballet, tap, clogging and jazz. She is a graduate of Martin High School in Arlington where she was a member of Sundancer Drill team. She was a member when they won Nationals. Ms. Graves served as Social Committee Spirit Leader, President, and Senior Lieutenant during her time on the team.

In 2021, she graduated from Stephen F Austin with her Bachelor of Science in Dance Education. She is excited to share her passion for dance with you. While at SFA, she was a member of XTE Dance Honors Society and served as treasurer. Her most passionate activity was dancing with DAC (dancers against cancer) while she attended SFA. She loved being able to use her passion of dance to help the organization raise money for a chosen recipient and cancer research organization.

Ms Graves started her career in Stafford, Tx at Stafford MSD. She was the director of the Award-Winning Sensations Dance Team. She taught both high school and middle school dance classes. She also served as the director of the colorguard for the Award-Winning Mighty Spartan Marching Band. They attended their first ever State Marching Contest in November.

Ms. Graves has experience in multiple styles of dance, dance production skills, judging, choreography, and more.

Ms Graves is excited to become a part of the Fossil Ridge Sun Dancer Team

assistant Director: Maile Thomas

Bio:

Ms. Thomas began dancing at the age of 7 studying classical Vaganova style Ballet with the Marina Almayeva School of Classical Ballet. Her training contributes greatly to her technique, movement style, and influences her choreography. She attended Byron Nelson High School where she performed with her drill team all four years and held leadership roles for the last two, serving as captain for her senior year.

After graduating, she attended Texas State University where she was a member of the Texas State Strutters. She was selected to be a part of the jazz elite and pom squad groups and was awarded the best technique award as a Freshman.

She then relocated back to DFW to complete her degree in Dance Education at Texas Woman’s University. During this time, she also spent a year on TexasLive Lonestars team where she was awarded Performer of The Year. She completed her student teaching at Keller High School and is grateful to rejoin Keller ISD, and super excited to join the Fossil Ridge Dance Department!

Mission Statement:

The Fossil Ridge High School Sun Dancers are an esteemed group of dancers that perform for their school and community. We believe that the organization is established on the foundation of enhancing growth and development of young dancers, preparing them with lifelong skills. Our organization strives to implement a foundation of ethical behavior and integrity; cultivating a culture of dedication and passion through the art of dance. Our dancers learn commitment, team work, dedication and are encouraged to serve in their school and community as positive role models.

To learn more about our Code of Conduct & Keller ISD Drill Team Handbook, click here!

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