Orange School District

Orange School District

Course of Study ? Curriculum Guide 2010 Edition

Dance Curriculum

Grades 5-12

Approved on: _______________________

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ORANGE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION

Patricia A. Arthur

President

Arthur J. Griffa

Vice-President

Stephanie Brown Rev. Reginald T. Jackson Maxine G. Johnson

Members

Eunice Y. Mitchell David Wright

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

Ronald C. Lee

DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT

Paula E. Howard, Ed.D.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE SUPERINTENDENT FOR OPERATIONS/HUMAN RESOURCES

Belinda Scott Smiley

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR

Adekunle O. James

DIRECTORS

Barbara L. Clark, Special Services Candace Goldstein, Special Programs Candace Wallace, Curriculum & Testing

ASSISTANT DIRECTORS

Kathryn P. Carter, Language Arts, K-12 Peter S. Crosta, Special Projects, K-12

WRITERS

Tosha M Brown Gianna M. Limone with input from: Michelle H. Paradise Deborah R. Rembert

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Table of Contents

Board Mission Statement.....................................................1 Philosophy of Dance Education ..........................................2 Course Description ..............................................................3 Cross Discipline Education .................................................5 Standards .............................................................................6 Outlines: Upper Elementary..............................................................20 Junior High ........................................................................22 Senior High........................................................................24 References .........................................................................26 Instructional Blueprints .....................................................27

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The Orange Board of Education Mission Statement

The Orange Public Schools will provide a safe and caring environment where each student will grow and succeed. In collaboration with parents and the community, we are responsible for promoting the academic, social, emotional and personal success of all students. With a commitment to strong policies and procedures, the district gives teachers, parents, and administrators the tools needed for all students to reach their full potential. We will serve all students in our schools, acknowledging their unique backgrounds and cultural perspectives. We will provide learning experiences for our students in ways that address: their unique learning styles. We expect all students to actively participate in the learning process. All students will achieve high standards of excellence, with a focus on academics. Curiosity, discipline, integrity, responsibility and respect are necessary for success. We seek to discover these qualities in all. We pledge to include all community stakeholders in partnering with us as we prepare each and every student for a lifetime of learning, productive work and responsible citizenship in a competitive global community.

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The Philosophy of Dance Education

The philosophy of dance education at Orange Public schools is to cultivate a well-rounded dancer and student through an environment of learning which

promotes the discipline of dance as a means to a successful future. DISCIPLINE: to educate by instruction while training physically, mentally, and/or morally. As an art, dance is a conduit of expression and communication. At every level dancers will learn how to dance with joy, passion, and a respect for technique and history. Students in all grades will explore the diversity of the dance world through learning various dance styles, techniques, and genres. This will be accomplished through opportunities to learn about the history and context of each style, genre-specific terminology and skills, viewing and critiquing the aesthetics of dance, and creating and performing works in each genre. All of these elements culminate with opportunities for students to perform in multiple venues in their school, surrounding communities, and throughout the tri-state area. The mission of this dance program is to produce contributing members of society with an appreciation for the arts.

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