Showcase Fees Due
2018-09-13 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
$60 per dancer, $95 per family/multiple dancers

Costume Fees Due
2018-10-18 08:00 - 17:00
Creative Movement & Foundations: $45
Flip Flop Hip Hop: $40
Ballet/Tap/Jazz 1, all Level 2-4 classes: $55
Ballet 4 Solo Costume: $60

All Classes Cancelled-Happy Halloween!
2018-10-31
Due to responses collected on our survey, we will cancel all classes tonight due to low enrollment. Happy Halloween! Be safe and have fun!

Costume Measurement Week! Dance/Acro Classes
2018-11-12 08:00 - 2018-11-15 17:00
All dance and acro students will be measured for Spring Showcase Costumes! Please be sure to attend this week.

HOLIDAY: Happy Thanksgiving!
2018-11-20 - 2018-11-24
No classes, office closed Tuesday-Saturday.

Dance Make Up Date (9/13) PENDING 50% RSVP
2018-11-20 16:00 - 18:30
Hurricane Florence make up classes for the following classes ONLY:

Jazz/Tap 2-B…4:15-5:15
Ballet 2-B…5:15-6:15

Town of Liberty Christmas Parade
2018-12-01 08:00 - 17:00
Link to our Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/514409132368073/

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12/1 UPDATE:
Unfortunately, the forecast looks a bit worse today around 2-4pm, so we have decided not to attend the Liberty parade today. It’s always a tough call to make, but we appreciate everyone’s understanding!
If your dancer had only signed up for the Liberty parade and would like to attend PG tomorrow instead, please text or email Mrs. Katherine at seschoolofdance@gmail.com by 8pm tonight.
Thank you!

LIBERTY PARADE UPDATE (11/30):
Unfortunately, due to the forecast tomorrow, I have made the difficult decision not to take our float to the Liberty parade. I can’t risk the possibility of rain damaging the float decorations and our sound system/generator. If your dancer was planning to ride the float in the Liberty parade, they are welcome to walk in front of our group! I would hate for them to miss out this year.

Liberty Float volunteers: if your dancer opts to walk with our group, please plan to walk with that group–we need assistance making sure they hold a steady pace and stay in their lines. If your dancer decides not to walk with us, that’s completely fine, just let me know!

At this time, we are still planning on taking “Run, Run, Rudolph” and Team dancers to the Liberty parade. However, please check for updates tomorrow–if anything changes, I will update the Facebook event no later than one hour prior to the drop off time. All drop off/pick up instructions remain the same except you will now check in with Miss Alex or Mrs. Katherine at the drop off location.

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-Inclement Weather: The Liberty parade goes on rain or shine. However, we will make a decision regarding SESD’s participation at least 1 hour prior to the Drop Off time. We have to consider damage the weather could cause to our float decorations, and most importantly–the health and safety of our participants; the majority of which are between ages 4-12. Please be sure to check our Facebook event prior to travelling to Liberty if there is rain or a chance of rain Saturday. I will also try to send an email as long as I have access to my laptop.

-Rehearsal at SESD:

Performance Team dancers rehearse 9:30-10:45
“Run Run Rudolph” dancers rehearse 10:15-10:45
Float riders and float volunteers do not need to attend
Dancers do not need to be in “costume,” but should have hair secured out of their face

-What to wear:

Run, Run, Rudolph Dancers, Float riders, Volunteers, Walkers: Nutcracker themed sweatshirt, jeans (any color), tennis shoes (any color), hair in a high ponytail (volunteers do not need a ponytail unless desired). White gloves, bows, earmuffs, etc. are optional.
Team: Silver dress, caramel tights, tan jazz shoes. Hair in a low bun, left side part. Performance make up and red lipstick. Dancers may wear a jacket/sweatshirt/leggings/etc. as cover ups before the parade begins.

-Call time/Drop Off Instructions for all float riders, pre-approved float volunteers, and all dancers/walkers:

All parade participants need to meet Miss Carey in the Liberty Family Pharmacy parking lot (430 N Greensboro St, Liberty, 27298) between 1:30-1:40. Please take your dancer to Miss Carey so she can mark your dancer as “present” and assign her to a volunteer (volunteers: please see information specifically for you below!).
At this time, you will need to give Miss Carey the name of which parent will pick up your dancer.
At 1:40, Miss Carey and pre-approved volunteers (listed below) will walk participants down to Butler Ave/Luther Ave where our float will be parked in the parade line up.
The walk to our float will be on side streets, not the main road, and many roads will be blocked off for the parade by then. It’s about a 2 block walk, max .5 miles.
Please plan to arrive and be ready to go 1:30-1:40. We cannot wait longer than 1:40 due to directions we have received from the parade organizers. We need to be in place by 2:00, and the parade begins at 2:30.
There are not always bathrooms nearby, please plan accordingly.

-Pick Up Instructions: (Please refer to the parade route map below)

***Please check your dancer out with Mrs. Katherine before you leave, do not take your dancer without confirming with Mrs. Katherine. Dancers will not be released to anyone other than the parent/legal guardian whose name was given at check-in.
Pick Up Area: Parking lot “B” which is the Charter Furniture parking lot. It is located behind Liberty Tire at address 100 E Newberry, Liberty, NC 27298. (The address says Newberry Street, but the actual parking lot is on the corner of Newberry and Fayetteville St.)
As we turn onto Fayetteville street to end the parade, we will pass the Liberty Elementary School (on right). We will keep going straight–past Liberty Tire (on left) and parking lot “B” will be on our right.
The parking lot will be marked on the day of and there will be a traffic director.
Parents are encouraged to park in Parking lot “B” after you drop off your dancer. You can then walk up the road a bit to watch the parade–this makes pick up much easier!

-Volunteer Information: Thank you for volunteering your time to help make our parade experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible!

Liberty Parade Float Volunteers: Telina Batts, Aliceson Coble, Brooke Dimaio, Kassie Lee, Amber Lowery, Abby Everhart
During the Liberty parade, we will need to you to meet at the designated Drop Off location (Liberty Family Pharmacy) at 1:30. Please check in with Miss Carey, and see if she needs anything specific. Please keep in mind, we have been asked not to park/leave cars in this lot, so we suggest having someone drop you off and move your car to the end of the parade route.
We will need your assistance walking dancers from the drop off location to our spot in the line up on Butler/Luther Ave.
When you arrive at our float, please find your designated spot and help float riders up. We need you to keep them happy until the parade begins, and be sure they remain seated (and happy!) during the parade.

Parade Route:

Town of Pleasant Garden Christmas Parade
2018-12-02 08:00 - 17:00
Link to our Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1853298334706517/

-PG Inclement Weather: Rain Date-Sunday, December 9th
…Typically, we do not attend rain dates; however, we will plan on attending PG’s rain date this season. Again, if the weather is cold and rainy/sleeting, we reserve the right to choose not to participate if we believe the conditions are too unsafe for our participants. Hopefully, the weather is good and if it’s not, PG will choose to use their rain date.

-Rehearsal at SESD:

Performance Team dancers rehearse 9:30-10:45
“Run Run Rudolph” dancers rehearse 10:15-10:45
Float riders and float volunteers do not need to attend
Dancers do not need to be in “costume,” but should have hair secured out of their face

-What to wear:

Run, Run, Rudolph Dancers, Float riders, Volunteers, Walkers: Nutcracker themed sweatshirt, jeans (any color), tennis shoes (any color), hair in a high ponytail (volunteers do not need a ponytail unless desired). White gloves, bows, earmuffs, etc. are optional.
Team: Silver dress, caramel tights, tan jazz shoes. Hair in a low bun, left side part. Performance make up and red lipstick. Dancers may wear a jacket/sweatshirt/leggings/etc. as cover ups before the parade begins.

–Call time/Drop Off Instructions for all float riders, pre-approved float volunteers, and all dancers/walkers:

Drop off Location: Hansen Brickyard (near Ryegate/PG Road, same location as last year)
All participants should check in with Miss Carey at our float between 1:45-1:55. You will need to give her the name of which parent will pick up your dancer.
The roads will begin closing after 2:00pm, and the parade begins at 3:00pm.
There are not bathrooms at Hansen Brickyard, and we cannot take dancers to the bathroom after they have been dropped off, please plan accordingly.
Our line up spots are 85-A, 85-B, and 85-C.

-Pick Up Instructions:

***Please check your dancer out with Mrs. Katherine before you leave, do not take your dancer without confirming with Mrs. Katherine. Dancers will not be released to anyone other than their parent/legal guardian whose name was given at check-in.
Pick Up Area: PG Elementary School
We will be somewhere in the PG Elem parking lot, sometimes we are required to travel towards the back, but we usually end up stopping somewhere in the middle. Look for our float 🙂
Please remind your dancer to wait at our float until parent checks them out with Mrs. Katherine. They are not allowed to run across the lot to see a friend, etc. We have lovely volunteers, but the kids need to be prepared and know they need to stay with us until a parent arrives.

-Volunteer Information: Thank you for volunteering your time to help make our parade experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible!

PG Parade Float Volunteers: Telina Batts, Kimberly Cripps, Brooke Dimaio, Kelly Flournoy, Kassie Lee, Amber Lowery, Abby Everhart
During the PG parade, you may arrive during the same time as dancers/float riders. The wait time at PG is typically longer than Liberty, so we may not load the dancers on to the float right away. Either way, we will need your assistance supervising dancers before we load the float and when everyone is seated. Each volunteer will have a designated spot and will be responsible for the float riders around your spot. Keep those smiles on and make sure they don’t toss too much candy too quickly! 😉

Link to our Christmas Parade Info tab: https://se-dance.com/christmas-parades/

Ballet 2, 3, 4 Mid Term Evaluations
2018-12-03 08:00 - 2018-12-06 17:00
Ballet students in levels 2 and above are evaluated twice a year. Mid term evaluations are in December and returned in January, and final evaluations are held in May and returned the Monday following our Spring Showcase.
Evaluations enable instructor, parent, and student to track progress over the course of the year, and from one year to the next. Dancers and parents are encouraged to review evaluations every month or so to remember previous corrections and consider what has improved and what needs a little extra attention.
Categories include technique, various steps/skills, musicality, professionalism, class attire, absences, etc.
Did your dancer have an “off” day? No need for extra stress; evaluations are only 2 weeks out of the entire season, but we consider dancer’s performance and behavior in class throughout the entire year.
Evaluations take place in your dancers regular class time.
Dancers should arrive in correct attire and a few minutes early to remove warm ups and put on ballet slippers. We will begin promptly at class start time.
We may record class to review later in order to give detailed comments and accurate scores. These videos are for instructor use only and will not be copied, distributed, or posted.
Please remember that evaluations are confidential—dancers and parents should not discuss any scores with other students or parents. Evaluations are intended to create growth, not division–in or out of class.
While reviewing your evaluation, please keep the following points in mind:

The score is NOT as important as the corrections/comments. It is completely normal and expected for a dancer to receive “1”-“3” on her mid-term evaluations. Final evaluations are usually scored “2”-“5”. Numbered scores are included to simplify the promotion process, which leads to the next point…
It is perfectly normal, and even EXPECTED, for a dancer to spend anywhere from 2-5 years in any given level. We offer 5 levels of ballet from beginning at age 5.5; it is impractical to expect any dancer to progress one level each year. Class promotion should not be a dancer’s only goal. It is important to focus on the present; carefully listening to and applying corrections from your instructor.
Our ultimate goal is to build each dancer’s strong technical foundation. A correct understanding of basic technique will take her very far, while moving too quickly will hinder her for a very long time.

While we only require conferences at the end of the season, we are always happy to schedule a time to meet and discuss your dancer’s progress and address any concerns you may have. Your dancer is our top priority!

Karate Belt Testing
2018-12-13 17:30 - 19:30
Regular class time, please arrive in dress code and ready to begin.

Christmas Spirit Week!
2018-12-17 08:00 - 2018-12-20 17:00
We love Christmas at SESD! We invite all our dance and acro students to incorporate holiday attire into their regular class attire for our last week of class! Please choose items that will not inhibit their movement and will allow them to safely participate in class. For example, Reindeer headbands would not work well in Acro classes; a festive fitted top or leg warmers would be perfect! All students should still wear tights/leotard and appropriate hair styles and shoes as required in our Class Attire Policy. (Ballet students: Who can do the best Rudolph bun??)

Karate Graduation
2018-12-20 17:30 - 19:30
Regular class time, please arrive in dress code. Family, friends, and cameras are welcome!

HOLIDAY: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
2018-12-21 - 2019-01-06
Enjoy your holiday with family, friends, food, and fun! We will see you in the new year!
If you need assistance over Christmas break, please email seschoolofdance@gmail.com. Our office will be operating under limited hours, but we will be checking emails periodically.

P.S….
Showcase themes and costumes will be announced when we re-open Monday, January 7th!

Karate Class Make Up (9/13 Cancelled Class)
2019-01-03 17:00 - 20:00
All KARATE classes will meet as regularly scheduled as a make up for 9/13 cancelled class. No dance classes tonight.

Ballet Soloist/Understudy Rehearsal
2019-01-05 09:45 - 12:45
9:45-10:45 Maysen (Lainey)
10:45-11:45 Lilly (Maggie)
11:45-12:45 Madison (Elizabeth)

Ballet Soloist/Understudy Rehearsal
2019-01-06 16:45 - 19:45
4:45-5:45 Mia (Jazmyn)
5:45-6:45 Gracye (Ashlyn)
6:45-7:45 Molly (Sarah)

Classes Resume--Welcome Back!
2019-01-07 17:00 - 21:00
Welcome back! We missed you! We are so excited to announce Showcase themes and costumes, and begin working on choreography!
Please take a moment to review our Showcase Policies and Information tab and add all dates on your calendar, if you haven’t already.

Crazy Hair Week!
2019-01-14 08:00 - 2019-01-17 17:00
Do you have the back to school blues? Turn that frown upside down during Crazy Hair Week! (Just be sure you can still dance, flip, and hop without it falling down or getting in your eyes).

Ballet Soloist/Understudy Rehearsal
2019-01-19 09:15 - 13:45, 2019-02-02 09:15 - 13:45
9:15-10:00 Maysen (Lainey)
10:00-10:45 Lilly (Maggie)
10:45-11:30 Mia (Jazmyn)
11:30-12:15 Grayce (Ashlyn)
12:15-1:00 Madison (Elizabeth)
1:00-1:45 Molly (Sarah)

Pink Week!
2019-02-11 08:00 - 2019-02-14 17:00
It’s Pink Week (and Valentine’s Day) at SESD! We’re love our students, and we’re ready to see lots of PINK this week!
All students are invited to incorporate holiday-themes into their regular class attire (Karate students should still wear MCK shirts and pants, and dance/acro students should still wear leotards and tights, but they don’t have to be black this week!).
This is also the perfect time to show us some love on social media! Leave us a review on Facebook and/or Google, leave a comment and let us know what you love about SESD, share our posts, and follow us on Instagram!
Happy Valentine’s Day!

Showcase Meeting (Option 1)
2019-03-31 15:15 - 15:45
One parent/guardian is required to attend one Showcase meeting.

Showcase meetings are absolutely mandatory. No exceptions.
Each parent/guardian will sign an attendance sheet at the beginning of each meeting. Dancers are not eligible to perform if one parent/guardian does not attend one Showcase meeting.
Show day is VERY busy. It is extremely important attend Showcase meetings and ask all questions prior to the show date. Katherine will be tied up running the show; coordinating lights and sound with the technicians, checking on dancers, and much more. We want this experience to be as smooth and pleasant as possible, but there is no guarantee Katherine will be able to answer phone calls, texts, or emails at any time during the day. If you have a question and cannot find Katherine, look for someone in a “volunteer” shirt or your dancer’s teacher. Showcase meetings will eliminate most of the stress and confusion!
2019 Showcase Meetings:

Option 1: Sunday, March 31st…3:15-3:45
Option 2: Friday, April 5th…8:00-8:30
Option 3/4: Wednesday, April 17th….4:30-5:00 OR 7:15-7:45
Option 5: Saturday, May 4th…1:00-1:30

Showcase Meeting (Option 2)
2019-04-05 20:00 - 20:30

Showcase Meeting (Option 3)
2019-04-17 16:30 - 20:30

HOLIDAY: Happy Easter and Spring Break!
2019-04-19 - 2019-04-27
No classes, office closed.

2019 Showcase Production Rehearsal (Show 2)
2019-05-04 10:00 - 11:30, 2019-05-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Southeast School of Dance, 5315 Liberty Rd, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
All dancers in levels 2, 3, and 4 are invited to participate in a special “production” to open or end Show 2!

Performance Team dancers are required to participate and attend all rehearsals.

Rehearsal Schedule:

Saturdays, 10:00AM-11:30AM (Performance Team dancers stay until 12:15)
2019 Dates: May 4th, 11th, 18th, June 1st
All rehearsals are absolutely mandatory, no exceptions.

Rehearsal Fee: $15
Costume Fee: $45

Both fees due no later than January 30th
Performance Team dancers do not need to pay extra fees as they are built into annual team tuition; and Team members will use their Team costume for the Opening Number.

Each level/technique will have a featured section!

Showcase Meeting (Option 5)
2019-05-04 13:00 - 13:30

Picture Week! Dance/Acro Classes
2019-05-06 17:00 - 2019-05-09 21:00
2019 Schedule
Times listed below are your student’s actual picture time. *Parents please arrive 10 minutes prior to your dancer’s first call time in order to fill out “individual” order forms, we cannot take “individual” pictures until we receive your form and payment.*

Please review all Picture Day Expectations and Order Information by clicking this link.

NORTHERN ARTS Classes (Thursday, May 9th):

5:10-5:40 Creative Movement
5:40-6:20 BTJ 1 (ballet/pink tights first, tap/caramel tights second)
6:20-6:50 Foundations (ballet shoes and pink tights only)

Parents please wait in the lobby, dancers are dismissed after their class’ pictures are done.

SESD Classes:

Karate End Of Year Belt Testing
2019-05-16 17:30 - 19:30
Please arrive in correct class attire and ready to begin.
