ATC 2OY Grade 10 Dance Major

Mrs. J. Dolishny

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EVALUATION
Throughout the Course:

Composition,

Writing

Composition

product)
Summative Performance Task:
Dance Composition/Performance
Research Project
Major Test

70%
Knowledge

18%

Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Gala,

Career Preparation, Health/Well-Being

Thinking/Inquiry 17% Rehearsal, Research, Reflective
Communication

17%

Performance Presentation,

Discussion and Assessment

Creation 18% Composition Assessment (process &
30%
20%
5%
5%
Knowledge
Technique in composition, Major Test
Thinking/Inquiry Research, Reflective Writing
Communication Performance Presentation
Creation Composition Assessment

CLASS SCHEDULE
Monday
TBA
Tuesday
Jazz
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

TBA
Modern
TBA

TBA Composition/Theory/Dance in Canada/Ballet taught in units

NB - Guest artist Evan Supple will be doing a workshop Sept. 30
2016

The Business of Dance

Dance Technique & Training
Students will be trained in movement skills of ballet, jazz and modern dance. They will
experience the protocol and structure of a dance class while applying safe dance practices
Students will learn how technique assists with self-discipline and contributes to artistry.
SO YOU THINK YOURE A DANCER CANADIAN EH?
This is a competition to see who is a true blue Canadian dancer. All students will be assigned
tasks during the fall; to include, internet research, minor projects, dance technique classes with
guest teachers (Cassandra Ford, Natalie Sebastian, and TBA) and a competitive performance.

The final decision will be made based on completion of all written and practical assignments.
Research Project-Dance in my Community - CANADA
Report on a Canadian Dance Company and a ballet performed/created by a Canadian Company
Preparation for a Career in Dance Performance
Students will learn about the business of dance and develop an awareness of maintaining a career
in the performing arts. They will be introduced to resume preparation and participate in a mock
audition as part of the SYTYADCanadian Eh! (~ October 11, 12)
Students will participate as dancers in teacher-directed choreography.
Performance: Gala 2015 November 23, 24, 25
Future potential career connected to dance
Students choose a career area or aspect of the dance world and compile a
written presentation in the form of a job advertisement.
Taking Care of Your Instrument THE BODY
Students will take account of their personal growth in the area of physical fitness and nutrition.
They will explore the contributions that other forms of training and coaching make to their
physical and mental well being (eg. yoga, Pilates, martial arts, aerobics, weight training, walking,
etc.). Emphasis placed on health and well being through discussion of nutrition and awareness of
the care of the whole person.

The Creation of Dance

Narrative Composition Style - Character and Story Development
Students will explore elements of dance composition and improvisation to develop a sense of
character and story development in their composition. ABA form, universal theme and narrative
compositional tools will be introduced to facilitate storytelling and characterization.
Students will practice strategies for effective dance composition, rehearsals and performance and
develop a language of dance criticism while reflecting on their own work and that of their peers.
Dance Composition Source as Inspiration
Students will explore the use of source to create dance work. Sources will include visual images,
stories, poetry, words, themes, etc. with a focus on varying interpretations and development of
dance within the narrative format.
SUMMATIVE _
Composition/Performance Task _
19%
Dance Show: Students will work in small groups to select a source that is meaningful to them
and to compose a dance work of approximately 2 to 3 minutes using the narrative
composition style. Students will present their pieces to one another and to the
teacher for assessment and evaluation.
Formal Dance Presentation December 7 @ 7pm ($5.00 students/seniors, $10 adults)
(Tech. Rehearsal Mon. Dec. 7 2:30-5pm, Dress Rehearsal Tues. Dec. 8 2:30-5pm)
SUMMATIVE
Research/Reflection
5%
The Dancer in Me past, present, future
Students reflect on their participation in the dance course with emphasis on

physical strengths, improvements and characteristics as well as comparison

between past and present image of themselves as a dancer.

SUMMATIVE _
Major Test _
_
6%
End of term:
Written test of knowledge of dance technique, fitness, health and well-being and
narrative composition style

DANCE MAJORS AT EASTWOOD COLLEGIATE

A.

REQUIRED DANCE CLOTHES TO BE WORN AT ALL DANCE CLASSES AND

REHEARSALS
Girls - Body suit and tights or Yoga top and pants (jazz & modern girls)
Girls - Body suit and pink or beige tights and properly coiffed bun (ballet girls)
Boys Solid coloured (black) top, dance pants or shorts (jazz, modern & ballet boys)
Modern bare feet
Ballet ballet shoes
Jazz - bare feet, jazz shoes (no runners) or half soles
Hair tied back in hair elastic or hair band (if short)
NO BOOTY SHORTS!!!!!!!!!!! (unless tights worn underneath)
NO CROP TOPS!!!!

B.

CLASS ROUTINE
Students are expected to change and be in the studio 5 minutes after first
bell rings.
All valuables must be left in your locker.
Shoes must be removed before you enter the dance floor area.
Bags with clothes and books, etc. neatly packed inside MUST be kept in
the change area during class.
Technical equipment, storage out of bounds to students.
Persons expected to stretch before class.
No student may leave the studio before the bell ending the class rings or
without permission of the teacher.
Any accidents or injuries should be reported immediately.
No food, beverages or gum allowed in studio/gym any time.
Work missed due to absence or illness is to be caught up for their next
class.

C.

I CANT DANCE TODAY

For one class report to your teacher before the class begins with a note
from a parent or guardian to explain valid reason for missing class. Unless note is
presented or student appears extremely ill he/she will take class. The student is
expected to complete a written assignment during the class time.
For a prolonged excuse (more than 2 classes) a medical certificate is
required. The student may be asked to complete a research assignment to make up
class time.
If the student has forgotten his or her dance wear it is his or her

responsibility to acquire some from a fellow student or borrow clothing from the
MAGIC BOX!!
D.

DISCIPLINE & PARTICIPATION

Co-operation, enthusiasm, courtesy and energy are expected.
Each student is evaluated on participation in every aspect of the course of study.
NOTE:
It is the responsibility of the student to make-up for their absence
from class by catching up on any written notes, assignments or dance
choreography that they missed.

MISSED WORK
It is expected that students complete all assigned work in a timely manner.
Students who are absent on the day of an assessment (e.g. test or presentation) or
when an assignment is due, must speak with their teacher when they return to
make arrangements to complete the required work. Whenever possible, students
will inform their teacher in advance of their absence. Each assessment will have a
final date of submission after which it will no longer be graded. This date will be
clearly communicated to students by the teacher. Work that has not been
submitted by the final due date will be deemed incomplete for the purposes of
grade reporting. Failure to complete all required work will negatively impact a
students final grade, and may prevent successful attainment of the credit. In
addition, students who do not submit work in a timely manner should expect to
have this reflected in the Learning Skills and comments sections of the report
card.

Expectations for my life at Eastwood

Set expectations for your year at Eastwood and especially your semester in
dance class. Be sure they are realistic and appropriate expectations and dont
let them interfere with reality or spoil the good things that are happening.

DECIDE:
How things will turn out?

How you want people to behave?

How you will take responsibility for your expectations?

How you will avoid forcing your expectations on others?

How you will get your expectations out in the open and stay on track?

Once there let go see how things turn out!!!