Dance

Dance I

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course will provide students with a solid foundation in different dance techniques including Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Modern dance, while exploring various other dance techniques. Students will also study the origins and development of these dance styles along with learning to recognize various choreographers and praised performers. This course is designed to teach students to express themselves emotionally and creatively as they explore the dance elements of body, space, time and energy. This course is intended for students who are interested in learning about different styles of dance as well as performing. Performance is required for this course. Students will need dance attire and costume pieces (as necessary).

Dance II

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12, Credits: 5

Prerequisites: Dance I or audition This course is designed as a continuation of Dance I, but upperclassmen may enter by audition. In this course, students will build upon Ballet, Modern, Tap, and Jazz techniques, while also exploring other dance techniques. Students will develop a better understanding of specific historical events and important people that have influenced these styles of dance. Students will also be participating in more advanced choreography studies and improvisational activities to give them a chance to create their own phrases and pieces. This course is intended for students who are interested in expanding their knowledge of dance as well as performing. Performance is required for this course. Students will need dance attire and costume pieces (as necessary).

Dance III Honors

Grades: 10, 11, 12 Credits: 5

Prerequisites: Dance I and II or instructor approval

This course is designed to be a continuation of Dance II and touches on all elements of dance. In this course, students will continue to build upon Ballet, Modern/Contemporary, and Jazz techniques among others. Students will gain an understanding of various styles of dance and elements that define those styles. In addition, will build upon their understanding of specific historical events and important people that have influenced these styles of dance. Students will also be participating in more advanced choreography studies, teaching, and improvisational activities to give them a chance to create their own phrases. This course is designed to prepare dancers who wish to pursue dance in college and beyond, as well as those who just want to broaden their experience in dance and performance. Performance is required for this course. Students will need dance attire and costume pieces (as necessary).

Dance IV Honors

Grades: 11, 12 Credits: 5

Prerequisites: Dance I, II, and III or instructor approval T

his course is designed to be a continuation of Dance III and will serve as an advanced level of dance focusing on technique, independent study, teaching, and production. In this course, students will continue to build upon Ballet, Modern/Contemporary, and Jazz techniques as well as an introduction to world dance. Students will dive deeper into choreography through exploration of the elements of dance. In addition, will build upon their understanding of specific historical events and important artists/cultures that have influenced dance. In this course, students will be responsible for developing production plans and aiding in dance concert preparation as well as develop curriculum/unit plans for teaching technique and dance for children classes. Students will also be participating in more advanced choreography studies and improvisational activities to give them a chance to create their own phrases. This course is designed to prepare dancers who wish to pursue dance in college and beyond, as well as those who just want to broaden their experience in dance and performance. Performance is required for this course. Students will need dance attire and costume pieces (as necessary).