Dance

Dance education at Parish provides students with the opportunity to acquire a comprehensive knowledge of dance as an art form by helping them to gain significant knowledge of dance elements. Each class is given the opportunity to apply this knowledge of learned technique during formal presentations in different venues throughout the academic year. Skills and knowledge of dance help students to develop meaningful concepts of self, human relationships and physical environments. In addition, dance helps to build critical thinking skills by examining movement and choreography intent. As a result, creative thinking skills are strengthened and refined. The Dance Department at Parish works closely with the Choral and Drama Departments during plays, concerts and the spring musical. This assists students in acquiring a well rounded arts experience.