Robert B. Glenn High School

2011/2012 B. Glenn High School Dance

Why Dance?

The Department of Dance at Robert B Glenn High School aims to encourage creative expression through movement and performance regardless of previous experience. Dance is not just about learning and creating movement but being able to speak, read, write and view intelligently. Establishing a community in dance promotes respect and appreciation of individuals, ideas, the class and the space. At Glenn High School we emphasize a solid foundation in technique which is basic to achievement in dance. We explore the creative and performing aspects of dance through our concert performances.

Concert Performance are January 12, 2012 at 7:00pm and May 31, 2012 at 7:00pm in the Glenn High School Auditorium

Course Objectives  Teach from the North Carolina Standard Course of Study  Develop self motivation and self confidence to enhance self expression  Engage in outreach with the community through public performances and other artistic/educational activities when possible  Experience a kinesthetic approach to learning the anatomy of the human body  Discuss building community and its role in dance  Use improvisation, writing, discussion, technology and art, in relation to various dance forms.  Think critically about the idea of community and past/current issues in dance  Reflect on what it means to have your own voice as dancers, bodies in society and in the community.

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Teachers: Layla Gaddy is the lead dance teacher for the WS/FCS. This is her tenth year teaching at Robert. B. Glenn High School She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and holds BS in dance education. Mrs. Gaddy is the dance team coach, color guard coach, and works as the choreographer for the spring musical. She is a founding member of The Dance Movement, a dance company and advocacy group in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools. She works as the Summer Dance Intensive administrator and Summer Enrichment Theatre Arts musical choreographer. Mrs. Gaddy teaches at In Motion Dance Center in Winston- Salem. Mrs. Gaddy loves helping students express themselves through movement. She believes that all students can learn to dance. It just takes believing in your abilities. Mrs. Gaddy lives in Winston-Salem with her husband Marc and her dogs Gertrude, Daisy, and Bailey.

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Dance Classroom Procedures THE SEVEN P’s

 Promptn ess: Dancers must be on time, with shoes off upon entering the space, dressed appropriately (refer to dress code), and ready to dance 4 minutes after the tardy bell rings.  Prepared: In order to earn full participation points each day, you must dress out correctly because your body needs to be seen during instruction. Baggy clothing interferes with instruction and receiving proper feedback. Fitted clothing will allow you move freely through space. We will be exploring movement from all angles, so absolutely no gum and your hair must be pulled back. For your safety socks and jewelry are not allowed in dance class.  *Required attire-Forgetting dance clothes or not dressing for class will result in a deduction from participation points that day. (See evaluation for more details.) Top: solid color leotards, tank tops, long sleeve shirts, or sports bras (dance III IV must have a black leotard) Bottom: black leggings, jazz pants, or yoga pants. (If you wear shorts you must wear legging or tights under)

Positive: Dancers must maintain a positive FACE (Focus, Attitude, Concentration, Effort) throughout the semester.  Productive: Dancers must develop/maintain a good work ethic in order to be successful in dance class. During individual/group projects, students are required use time wisely and effectively (no sitting down). Dancers are expected to create, explore, and investigate i.e., no sitting down during instruction (unless instructed to do so), maintain BODY control at all times, practicing on the side or during down time in class.  Polite: Remember that you create the environment that we work in. Use good manners and respect yourself, your peers, and your teachers at all times.  Posture: Having a strong sense of body awareness gives an individual a strong presence. Your posture is a reflection of your state of mind. Stay present and poised in class.  Pride: Take pride in the work you do in dance class. Take ownership of the movement you create for class projects and performances. Be proud to be a dancer at Glenn High School!

Class Requirements

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Required Attire-The required dress code for participation is black bottoms and a solid top. (Please see “The Seven P’s” for a more detailed description of the GHS Dance Dress Code). We will begin dressing out after two full class days.

Dance Folder- Students are required to have a pocketed folder to organize class documents into a dance portfolio.

Consistent Participation- All Students must dress out and dance every day. This is a performance based course.

Concert Performance - Participation in the dance concert is mandatory for every student. The dance concert is and anssessment that counts as part of your exam grade and it is not an option. You will fail dance if you do not participate in the concert. The winter dance concert date is January 12, 2012 the spring dance concert date is May 31, 2012.

*Please Note: Dance is a performance-based class. Therefore, anyone who does not attend a scheduled rehearsal or performance without a PREPARED WRITTEN EXCUSE will receive a failing grade for the entire semester. All written excuses should be presented at least 10 school-days in advance. Students not participating in the concert will be given a written exam.

Evaluation

Glenn Dance Department 2011/ 2012 Robert B. Glenn High School

40% Daily Grade 0 Points= 0 F You will receive no points if you do not dress out and do not participate during class. 1 Point= 65 D You will receive 1 point if you dress out and put forth minimal effort during class, do not contribute to class discussions, disrespect anyone in class, or sit down without being instructed to during class. You do not meet the requirements for the class. 2 Points= 80 C You will receive 2 points if you dress out and put forth some effort during class, disrespect someone in class, have a bad attitude in class. You minimally meet the requirements for the class. 3 Points= 90 B You will receive 3 points if you dress out, dance the whole class, put forth your best effort, and have a good attitude. 4 Points= 100 You will receive 4 points if you dress out, dance the whole class, and do something exceptional in class. You will make an A if you go above and beyond the requirements for the class.

(Daily grades will be averaged at the end of each week into a weekly participation grade.)

20% Projects You will complete several projects in dance. Some projects are written and they will be kept in your portfolio. Other projects are movement oriented and will be assessed with an in class performance.

20% Portfolio You must be organized. Keep track of your dance documents and neatly organize them into a portfolio to be turned in at the end of each 9 weeks.

15% Tests/Quizzes You will be given written vocabulary tests and video movement tests on material we have thoroughly covered in class.

10% Homework/ Classwork You must be sure to keep track of all of your work from dance class.

Glenn High School Dance Department 2011/2012 Robert B. Glenn High School

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