Deland High School S Dance Department

Deland High School’s Dance Department

2015-2016 Course Outlines

Instructor: Heather Gleason

(386) 822-6909 Ext. 23346

Office hours: Wednesdays 2:00 – 3:00 pm

Also available during 2nd lunch

Table of Contents:

Table of ContentsPage 1

Dress Code & Make-up workPage 2

Grading policy, Gym & Studio Rules,

Daily Classroom Procedures Page 3

Student Expectations, VCS Rubric,

Tardy & Cell PolicyPage 4

Dance Tech I & II Course DescriptionPage 5

Dance Tech III & IV Course DescriptionPage 6

Pre-IB, 2IB, 3IB Course DescriptionPage 7

*Parent/ Student Info SheetPage 8

*PG – PG 13 Video P-slipPage 9

*Academic Integrity PolicyPage 10

*Mutual Respect AgreementPage 11

*Please print, sign & return asterisk pages 8, 9, 10, &11

Deland High School’s Dance Department’s

Dress Code, Policies, Procedures, & Student Expectations

Dance Tech I, II, III & IV

Dance Dress Code

The dance dress code ensures the instructor’s ability to see joint and muscle work to make necessary corrections for student safety and longevity of movement. Following the dance dress code establishes good work ethic, respect, and discipline.Dance attire must adhere to school dress code with the exception of the required leotard for tech II, III, and IV level dancers which may be camisole or tank, but must be worn with a cover to class.

Boys – Black shorts or sweatpants with a fitted black, white, gray, green or gold t-shirt (no tank tops)

Girls – Black leotard that does not expose midriff or undergarments (bra straps concealed), black leggings, biker shorts (to bottom of finger tips), or black jazz pants. Black sweat pants are also permissible. Dance T-shirts may be purchased for class wear $7. T-shirts may be black, pink, white, gray, green or gold in color.

Inappropriate attire for dress out:Appropriate footwear:

Denim (jeans)* Dance shoes (ballet, jazz, etc.)
Short shorts (to bottom of finger tips)* Barefoot
Midriff or low cut shirts
Tank topsNo street shoes allowed on the dance surface atany time!
Zippers, chains, etc. “Street shoes” are any shoe/footwear that hasbeen worn outside

the studio, on the street,home, school, etc. The dirt and abrasive microscopic particles do serious damage to the Marley floorings.

Hair: Hair should be secured away from the face the entire class period, preferably with an elastic.

Jewelry:Large jewelry & CELL PHONES should remain LOCKED in the student’s locker.

DHS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST OR STOLEN PERSONAL ITEMS.

Make-up Work& Non-participation Policies

Students who choose not to participate due to illness or personal reason may earn partial credit by completing a dance magazine article summary or by submitting detailed written classroom observations. Excused medical reasons for not dressing out include: casts, stitches, surgery or a doctor’s note. A note from home will not excuse a student from participation for more than one day.

1.)Observation Papers – In class Alternative Assignment

Class observation papers should be completed when the student has an excused tardy or cannot physically participate. Observations should include a written account of class exercises, instructions, correction and observations for the duration of the class. Students are expected to turn papers into the instructor at the end of class to receive credit for their work. Papers will be evaluated on content and the quality of observations taken.

2.)Absent Student Make-up Work / In-Class Alternative Assignment

When absent, or unable to participate in class activities, students are expected to write an article summary related to health, nutrition, fitness and or dance. Summaries are to be written in your own words and taken from articles you have read. Summaries must include the following details to receive the maximum points. You have 1 day for each day absent to submit your make-up article summaries.

Students full name, period, and date of the absence for the make-up assignment
Title of the publication, newspaper, internet article, or book & page number of article
Author of the article along with the month/ issue/ year of publication

3.)Long Term Health Circumstances Alternative Assignment (cont’d…)

Students with a documented long term injury or illness will be required to submit a weekly research paper that parallels the style of dance being covered in class. Research topics should be approved by the instructor. Each alternative paper will be researched, typed using MLA format and followed by an oral class presentation/ power point. One paper & oral presentation will be required per week of missed participation.

Assignment: Students will be assigned research topics and be given an outline to follow for their written report. Students should include a works cited page (1 primary & 2 secondary) in their final papers. The report must be typed, one full page (350 words minimum), double spaced, 1.5 margins, and checked for grammar and spelling errors. Include a title page with the word count & image of your dance form. Upon submission the student will follow with a 3-5 min oral report in front of the class. The student may also include a web link to a video example of the style to support the topic selected.

Dance Grading Policies

Diagnostic 0%(Oral discussion, journaling, quizzes, homework, & in-class studies)

Used for screening assessment purposes to see what the student comprehends

Formative 40%(Weekly proficiency, class work, journaling, & quizzes)

Ongoing assessment used as feedback for the purpose of instructional decision-making

Summative 60%(Skills test, written tests, extended projects, end of quarter exam)

Assessments essential to grading; a minimum of 3 summative assessments per grading period

Gymnasium & Locker Room Rules

1.)Cell phones & electronics should be out of sight the moment you walk into the gym and remain out of sight until you exit the gym.

2.)Students are expected to walk around the green painted boarder – No street shoes on basketball court!

3.)Only one door is used to enter and exit the locker room – REFERRAL if caught using any other door

4.)Only students who are dressing in/out are permitted in locker room area – high theft area! Lock your belongings!

5.)No changing in bathrooms please. Shower stalls are available if you need privacy

6.)Lockers are available for a $2 rental fee ($1 per semester as dance is a year-long course)

Dance Studio / Classroom Rules

1.)No unsupervised students in dance room. – REFERRAL

2.)No CELL PHONE or CHARGING in class! Keep them out of sight and locked in your lockers. – REFERRAL

3.)No use of bathroom during class instruction. Bathrooms may be used at the beginning or end of class with verbal permission from the teacher. No more than 2 students in the restroom at a time. Note: Bathrooms are for use during your assigned period. Use of the restroom outside of your class time is prohibited.

4.)No food, drink, gum or candy allowed in the dance room. Water bottles with a sealed top are permitted.

5.)No hanging, leaning or sitting on ballet barres

6.)No horseplay, running or wrestling.

7.)Do not touch sound equipment, music, mirrors, TV, or other’s belongings.

8.)No perfumes, lotions, or oil based products.

9.)DHS is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Keep jewelry & your cell phones locked in your lockers!

10.) Inappropriate language, bullying & behavior problems will not be tolerated. Students will be conferenced followed by parent contact then a referral if the behavior persists.

11.) All school rules apply to this classroom.

Dance Daily Classroom Procedures:

1.)Report to designated dance area in the gym to dress in by the tardy bell (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri)

*Locker room door will be locked after the tardy bell.

2.)5 min to dress in from the tardy bell.

3.)Walk quietly with Mrs. Gleason to class from the gym after dressing out

4.)“Do Now” activity - warm-up and review with a peer in assigned areas during attendance

5.)Return quietly to the gym to dress in for your next class

6.)No Dress Out on Wednesday’s – Report directly to classroom with paper and pencil / pen to fulfill the written aspects of the dance curriculum.

Student Expectations/ Dance Etiquette

Dancers show respect to others by:

Being present, being prompt, being prepared, being productive and being polite
Not making negative, derogatory remarks or correcting other students during class
Not standing in front of someone else who has established their space in the room
Not screaming, “Hey you I can’t see”. Raise your hand if unclear on instructions or unable to see.
Supporting each other through verbal encouragement during class. Applause when appropriate 
Exhibit and maintain a positive attitude, open mind, mature voice, healthy body, & a kind heart.

Dancers show respect for the studio by:

Removing shoes and placing them along the wallby the entrance as they enter the studio.
Not bringing food, drink, candy, or gum in the studio.
Not writing graffiti on floors, lockers, or walls. –REFERRAL
Not leaving garbage on the floor and placing trash in its proper place, the garbage can.
Never hanging, leaning or sitting on the ballet barres, running, or horseplay in the studio or locker room.
Not touching or leaning on the mirrors

Participation / Non-Participation
Dressed appropriately / Not dressed appropriately
Engaged in all activities / Not engaged in all activities
Attentive to instructor / Inattentive to instructor – off task
Distracts other students from instructional activities

Volusia County School’s Grading Rubric

Note: Teacher has the authority to override the final grade if a student’s overall performance warrants it.

Percent: / Grade:
90-100 / A
80-90 / B
70-80 / C
60-70 / D
0-60 / F

Tardy Policy

Tardy Sweep

* Report to the old gym after the final bell (classroom doors will be locked.)

* Period 5 only report to room 8-100 (due to lunch schedule)

Cell Phone Policy

Electrical and battery operated devices may not be used or charged during instructional time at DeLand High. This includes but is not limited to radios, IPOD’s, cell phones, and games. Cell phones cannot be used during instructional time unless a designated BYOT time as posted and verbalized by the instructor. The school is not responsible for damaged, lost, or stolen cell phones.

1st offense – Verbal reminder to student of school policy

2nd offense & each offense there after – Referral

Dance Technique I Course # 0300310/ CNA

Dance Technique II Course # 0300320/ CNA

Mrs. Heather Gleason, Dance Instructor - Building 13 Room 104 –

Dance Technique I Course Description

This is a beginning dance course. Students will learn & perform basic dance steps in two or more dance styles chosen from ballet, jazz, modern, world dance forms, theatrical, and or hip-hop. Content will focus on terminology, choreography, and simple dance sequences. Activities include meeting in the gym and dressing out 4 days a week (Mon, Tues, Thurs, and Fri), daily class participation, weekly quizzes, unit skills tests, projects, and cumulative exams each quarter. We will not dress out on Wednesday’s and students are expected to report to the classroom with paper and pen/ pencil to meet State and Common Core Standards.

Dance Technique II Course Description

This dance course is a continuation of Dance Tech I with an introduction to performance. Students will learn & perform basic-intermediate dance steps in two or more dance styles chosen from ballet, jazz, modern, world dance forms, theatrical, and or hip-hop. Content will build upon terminology, choreography, and dance concepts covered in Dance Tech I. Activities include meeting in the gym and dressing out 4 days a week (Mon, Tues, Thurs, and Fri), daily class participation, weekly quizzes, unit skills tests, projects, and cumulative exams each quarter. We will not dress out on Wednesday’s and students are expected to report to the classroom with paper and pen/ pencil to meet Common Core State Standards.

NOTE: Dance Tech II Students are required to participate in the winter works-in-progress and the end of the year concert as part of their performance assessment. Both performance assessments are broken into 3 summative assessments: spacing/ blocking rehearsal, dress rehearsal, and performance.

Daily Proficiency(Diagnostic & Formative)

Dance is a performing art and daily participation is a MUST to show students understanding of each style. Students are expected to show growth and technique in the quality of their movement. A maximum of 20 points are earned each day. 10 points will be awarded based upon the level of effort given, active involvement in class, and commitment to the learning process. 10 points for proper class etiquette, proper attire, hair secured, no large jewelry & no gum!Absences result in a 5 point loss, but may be earned back through an article summary when they return to class.

Projects & Class Work (Diagnostic, Formative and Summative)

Individual and group projects will be assigned each quarter. Projects will be based on specific criteria and will be presented, video-taped, and critiqued in class. Group projects will be presented on the due date regardless of absences. Vocabulary & class notes will be covered on Wednesday’s due to early release. It is each student’s responsibility to learn missed choreography and or copy missed notes from a peer or the bulletin board when absent from class.

Tests, Quizzes & Skills Test (Diagnostic, Formative and Summative)

Quizzes, written tests, & skills tests will be given during each quarter. Quizzes will draw from terminology, movement styles, and material covered in previous classes.

End of Quarter Exam/ Midterm/ Final(Summative)

End of quarter exams will draw from terminology, movement styles, and material covered in class over the duration of each grading quarter. The final exam is cumulative.

Meet DeadlinesAssignment due dates are firm.Students present in class on a project due date will be expected to present on the assigned date despite group member attendance. Late projects will lose 10 points per day. Make-up dates for missed project/ performances should be arranged with the teacher.

Dance Technique III - 0300330

Dance Technique IV –0300490

Mrs. Heather Gleason, Dance Instructor - Building 13 Room 104 –

Dance Technique III Course Description

This honors course is acontinuation of Dance TechniqueII and shiftsfocus to individualartistry and technique through performance and composition. Movement explorations will lend to the evolution of student choreography as they fully embrace theartistic process creating, revising and staging their works. Research willhelp students develop a deeper understanding of dance icons and their contributions to our dance history. Repertoire will expand upon their dance vocabulary which will be used in their reflection and evaluation of personal, peer and professional performances.

* Participation in winter works-in-progress and the end of the year concert, one performance each semester, is a requirement of the course.

Dance Technique IV Course Description

This honors course is acontinuation of Dance Technique III highlighting the dancer’s artistry and technique through performance and compositions. Dance Tech IV students will mentor underclassmen through the revision and staging process of their works. Historical research on master works and the choreographers associated with these works will assist students in their development of a deeper understanding of how these works reflect on the social times in which they developed. Student and class repertoire will expand upon their dance vocabulary and will be used in their reflection and evaluation of personal, peer and classical performance. * Participation in winter works-in-progress and the end of the year concert, one performance each semester, is a requirement.

Daily Proficiency(Diagnostic & Formative)

Projects & Class Work (Diagnostic, Formative and Summative)

Individual and group projects will be assigned each nine-week. In class etudes are brief and demonstrate understanding of new concepts and may be weighted as diagnostic and formative assessments. Extended projects will be on-going,based on specific criteria which will be presented, video-taped, and critiqued in class and will be weighted as summative assessments. Group projects will be presented on the due date regardless of absences. Vocabulary and written aspects will be covered on Wednesday’s as these are non-dress out days. It is each student’s responsibility to copy missed notes & learn choreography from a peer when absent from class. * Late projects will result in a 10 point deduction per day.

Journaling & Quizzes (Diagnostic & Formative)

Reflective journals and quizzes will be given each quarter. Quizzes will draw from terminology, movement styles, and material covered in previous classes.Journaling assignments will allow for personal reflection and assessment on compositions and performance.

Skills Test & Performance (Summative)

At the end of each unit, students will be skills tested on their understanding of the technique, style and emotion related to class repertoire. Students are required to participate in the winter works-in-progress and the end of the year concert as part of their performance assessment at this level. Both performance assessments are broken into 3 summative assessments: spacing/ blocking rehearsal, dress rehearsal, and performance.

End of Quarter Exam/ Midterm/ Final(Summative)

There will be an end of the quarter cumulative test reflecting upon dance vocabulary, concepts covered & styles studied at the end of each grading period.