E E Smith High – Dance-Beginning

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Dance-Beginning is an introductory level course for students with little to no dance experience and is aligned to the Essential Standards dance curriculum at the beginning level. This course explores movement as a creative art form and focuses on the use of kinesthetic awareness, proper body alignment, physical strength, fl exibility and endurance, and care of the dance instrument. Students explore the use of dance elements, choreographic principles, improvisation, and basic modern dance technique to create and enhance dances that communicate ideas, experiences, feelings, and images. Through dance ensemble work, students experience the role of both choreographer and dancer and have opportunities to present their work. Students explore dance in various cultures and historical periods, career opportunities and connections with other art forms and subject areas. Rehearsals and performances are required and may require some daytime, weekend, or evening participation. Students may enroll in the same arts education course for multiple semesters or until approved for the next level by the instructor.