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    The DMS Dance Syllabus outlines the course expectations and requirements. Students will learn various dance styles and techniques, have the opportunity to perform, and improve their physical skills. They will be graded on participation, tests, and assignments. Students must dress in black dance clothing, keep a notebook, and may need to purchase a dance shirt and shoes. The keys to success include full participation, asking questions, and supporting classmates.

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    The DMS Dance Syllabus outlines the course expectations and requirements. Students will learn various dance styles and techniques, have the opportunity to perform, and improve their physical skills. They will be graded on participation, tests, and assignments. Students must dress in black dance clothing, keep a notebook, and may need to purchase a dance shirt and shoes. The keys to success include full participation, asking questions, and supporting classmates.

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    2022-2023 DMS Dance Syllabus

    Contact Information Course Overview


    Name: Mrs. Jenna Rank Dance students will learn Ballet, Jazz,
    Email: jenna.rank@manorisd.net Social Dance, Modern Dance,
    Contemporary Dance, Hip Hop,
    Office Phone: 512-278-4630
    Choreography, and participate in at least
    one public dance performance.
    Students will have the opportunity to
    Dance Class Etiquette & improve their kinesthetic awareness,
    Expectations proper body alignment, physical
    ● PARTICIPATE PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY strength, flexibility, and endurance while
    THE ENTIRE CLASS TIME exploring expressive movement through
    ● Report all injuries or illnesses to instructor dance technique.
    at the beginning of class
    ● Keep all negative comments to yourself Keys to Success in Dance
    ● NO CELL PHONES or headphones are to be ★ Be willing to try new things and
    used during class time don’t be afraid to fail!
    ● Each dancer will be assigned a locker starting ★ You HAVE to participate to the
    the 2nd week of school. Keep belongings in best of your ability
    your locker or in the studio cubbies. ★ Ask for help when you’re
    ● Never leave the dance room without confused or lost.
    permission ★ Support your classmates by
    ● No food or drink allowed on the dance floor being encouraging and helpful
    ● Use the restroom before class or during ★ Have a growth mindset and know
    dress out time. that you CAN do this.
    ● Be prepared to dress out everyday unless
    told otherwise. You’ll have 5 minutes to
    change out at the beginning of class.
    Grading policy Supplies for Dance Class
    ★ You are responsible for ALL work, even if ★ Dance Class Shirt -You must
    you miss class. purchase this shirt for $6.00
    ★ It is the student’s responsibility to seek out ★ Tan jazz shoes. You may purchase
    the assignments that were missed from the
    these from Mrs. Rank for $33 or
    teacher or a classmate.
    ★ Late work- I will accept late work for up to 3 get them on your own.
    days after the assignment was due (or ★ Black athletic bottoms you can
    student returns from absence). move in.
    Assignments turned in after the grace ★ Other Footwear: Socks, bare feet,
    period can earn a maximum of 75%. ballet slippers or sneakers for
    working out and hip hop.
    How will you be graded? ★ Water bottle
    ★ PARTICIPATION: You will earn points each
    day based on your participation, behavior,
    ★ Spiral or Composition notebook
    and dressing out. for our class notes and
    ★ Each day you can earn up to 5 points. Points assignments
    will be deducted as follows:
    ○ No dress out: 2
    ○ No participation/sitting out: 1-4 Dress out details
    ○ Being disruptive or not following
    instructions: 1-4 ★ We will start dressing out August 22.
    ○ UNX absence: 5 (turning in a note to the office ★ Dress out uniform is ALL BLACK dance
    to excuse your absence will restore these points) clothing
    ★ Your points will be added up to make your ★ You don’t have to wear the dance class
    weekly Participation and Etiquette Grade. A shirt everyday. You still need the shirt
    perfect week = 25 points. for dance class performances.
    ★ TESTS: You will also earn grades for written ★ Leggings, yoga pants, long shorts, or
    tests and performance tests. capri pants are acceptable
    ★ DANCE NOTEBOOK: You will be graded on ★ Tank tops and t-shirts are acceptable.
    your notes & assignments. ★ Money for the dance class shirt and
    jazz shoes is due by Friday Sept. 2nd.
    Need to sit out?
    ★ Students may sit out due to illness or injury
    ONLY.
    ★ During class time the student must complete
    a dance class observation form to earn a
    participation grade. (only 2 allowed per 6
    weeks unless a note is provided)

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