Butler High School – Dance (Proficient\*)

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This course emphasizes dance as a creative and expressive art form. Students increase their technical movement skills and create dances that fulfill choreographic intent, utilize production design choices, and meet aesthetic criteria. Examining and evaluating dance from cultural and historical perspectives with emphasis in the U.S. is a part of dance at this level. Connections to literary works are explored. Students are expected to reflect upon personal performance and establish goals for growth. Students are expected to perform in dance concerts. Prerequisite: Demonstrated proficiency in Dance (Intermediate) and Teacher Recommendation.