Dance Pathway/Strand
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Dance
The Dance Strand is designed to introduce, develop and improve the basic fundamentals of dance technique, strength, flexibility, coordination and endurance. Dance is a contemporary art form concerned with the communication of ideas or feelings through movement and is intended for the student who is interested in dance as a form of expression and as a way to stay physically and mentally fit.Emphasis is also given to proper health and nutrition and obtaining habits of a healthy lifestyle early in life.Dance Performance Emphasis
Course of Study (6 credits)- Freshman:
- Beginning Dance 1-2 (FA/PE12) or Intermediate Dance 3-4 (FA/PE13)
- Sophomore
- Intermediate Dance 3-4 (FA/PE13) or Advanced Dance 5-6 (FA/PE14)
- Junior:
- Advanced Dance 5-6 (FA/PE14) or Dance Performance 7-8 (FA/PE19)
- Senior:
- Advanced Dance 5-6 (FA/PE14) or Dance Performance 7-8 (FA/PE19)
- and any other Performing Arts Course in the Vocal, Instrumental or Theatre Strands
- Perform in a minimum of eight dance concerts (two per year)
- Choreograph two full company pieces, including costume design, lighting and staging
- Perform a senior solo piece for a panel of judges