Our D & M community is dedicated to:
- an annual workshop for dance educators
- intensive training and perspective from an Artist in Residence
- an evening of dance performance by the Artist in Residence & Company
- documented resources and videos accessible to all participants
- provide an inclusive variety of dance and movement opportunities
- cultivate excellence in dance education
- bring validity to dance education continuation
- maintain physical and mental well-being for dance educators
Mission:
Dance and Movement Workshop for Educators provides K-12 and colligate dance educators opportunities to elevate the standards of dance education through collaborative learning, networking, community building, and mentorship designed and implemented by industry professionals.
Vision:
Dance and Movement provides a community-based workshop for participants to:
- collaborate with like-minded educators
- network with other dance education professionals
- develop skills as a dance educator
- increase knowledge of multiple dance genres
- discover resources to enhance dance education practices
- work with professionals in the industry
Workshop Info:
Dance and Movement is a five-day workshop designed for dance educators in the educational setting. Although most participants teach dance in middle school, high school, or the collegiate level, all dance educators are welcome to attend and will no doubt gain useful information and movement to bring back to their students. Opening day includes a master class taught by our artist in residence, lite snacks after class and concluding the day with a meet and greet session. The following days include daily warm-up, 4 classes of the participant’s choice, share session, and an evening activity. Our workshop peaks with a banquet, a performance from our teaching artist, and final sharing of our week’s learning. This is a one of a kind workshop unlike any other professional development for dance out there! Dance educators won’t want to miss this valuable opportunity!
Workshop Director
Gina Melvin, 2024 Director
gina@danceandmovement.com
Board of Directors
Sara Dickman, Board Member
sara@danceandmovement.com
Joyce Jackson, Board Member
joyce@danceandmovement.com
Cynthia Hermann, Board Member
cynthia@danceandmovement.com
Lucille Zabel, Board Member
lucille@danceandmovement.com
Kathileen Gallagher, Founder and Board Member
kathi@danceandmovement.com
