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For dance teachers, getting plugged into the local scene is often the only way to find out what opportunities exist, who has openings, and how to put your name in the hat. This can take some legwork, but with the right approach, it can also be uniquely rewarding.
You may have heard of the National Dance Education Organization’s National Honor Society for Dance Arts through the pins and cords that inducted members don on graduation day, but teachers everywhere will tell you: The benefits of an NHSDA education go far deeper than eye-catching wearables. Diana Ford, a teacher at Miami Arts Charter School in Florida, loves […]
Jane Vorburger seemed well-qualified to teach dance back in 2008, after dancing with American Ballet Theatre for five years, getting a master’s degree in dance from New York University, and teaching at ABT and top studios like Steps on Broadway. But there was something else she felt she needed: a dance teacher certification. “When I […]
“There are so many ways to make a positive impact through dance,” says Amy Bramlett Turner. “The National Honor Society for Dance Arts has been a vehicle for us to recognize all that our students do.” As a chapter sponsor of the NHSDA Secondary Chapter at Hot Springs World Class High School in Arkansas, Turner […]
If you’re looking for professional development opportunities in 2024, the National Dance Education Organization has dance educators covered with its unparalleled lineup on a variety of topics. This year’s offerings include two brand-new events (a Dance + Data Conference and a Dance and Disability Virtual Summit); a Special Topic Conference, in collaboration with the International […]
Whether you teach at a private studio, a K–12 school, or in higher education, the National Dance Education Organization has professional development offerings that meet your needs. With options ranging from one day to 12 weeks and in-person or online, NDEO’s year-round programming is designed by the country’s premiere dance organization with you in mind. […]
We all have dance teachers in our lives. Whether a beloved studio owner, guest teacher, mentor, friend, or even parent, these educators play an irreplaceable role in our experiences with dance and beyond. Now is your chance to show your thanks. The National Dance Education Organization believes in its mantra: “Behind every dancer who believes […]
During graduation, students savor the moment when they walk across the stage in their cap and gown, and their teachers are just as proud, seeing the culmination of their students’ hard work. Thanks to the National Honor Society for Dance Arts (NHSDA), thousands of dedicated dancers across the country are celebrated for their artistic merit, […]
It can be tricky to get away for a conference, whether due to travel budget concerns or finding a substitute to cover your absence. One silver lining of the pandemic is that five conferences are now available online, no travel necessary. You’ll find sessions to address your concerns no matter what your role in the […]
Calling all dance researchers! The National Dance Education Organization’s Journal of Dance Education (JODE) is accepting research paper submissions for two special issues in 2017. The first, on reflective practice in dance education, has a submission deadline December 5. The issue will feature articles on reflective practice in teaching methods, curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, evaluation, research, […]