Dance
Dance Overview
Students acquire dance knowledge and skills, study the role of dance in various cultures, and observe and critique dance performances, using specified criteria and appropriate dance terminology. Students develop coordination, flexibility, strength, and techniques that serve as the foundation for choreography. They can extend their understanding of dance in various dance forms, public performance techniques, and choreographic concepts. Students study prominent historical figures in dance and classical dance works. They practice dance analysis and movement sciences as related to injury prevention and technical training.
GCPS Dance by the Numbers
- Dance is offered in 17 high schools, 3 middle schools, and 4 elementary schools across the district
- In 2024, high school dance programs served 2,209 students, middle school dance programs served 521 Students, and elementary school dance programs served almost 3,000 students.
- Middle School and High School Dance students prepared and participated in 452 performances during the 2023-2024 school year.
Dance Course Offerings
Dance Awards & Accomplishments
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