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Note from the Director....
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What an incredible season! We’ve had one of our best dance years ever due to our amazing students, our supportive parents, and a tremendous amount of fun and friendship! We loved having our new studio this year as well as the addition of our Apprentice Team (more information to come on how your child can get involved). Look for our “year In Review” boards at the recitals with a look back at all of our awesome memories!
On behalf of our entire dance family, we want to thank you for your support again this year! We absolutely love what we do and are truly grateful to work with all of our talented students. Enjoy every minute of our recitals! On with the show…
Love, Marilyn
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Congratulations to...
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- Katie Mundt for being accepted to Meredith College and Samantha Burger for being accepted to East Carolina University.
- Katie is planning on majoring in Dance, and Sam is majoring in Musical Theater. You will be missed!!
- all of the dancers who performed at Open Dance Night! Bravo!
- the dancers who performed in Carolina Ballet’s Coppelia!
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- Everyone who helped Spring’s Dance Company’s Relay for Life Team raise almost 6000.00 for the American Cancer Society! Thanks to Christy Emhart and Cappy Polk for being the best team captains ever!
- Mike Verian – the “spools” for the “When Doves Cry” are fantastic!
- Deanne Guarino, the props are AMAZING!!
- Special thanks to everyone who supported the Macy’s Girls by eating at McDonalds. They raised $713 toward their trip! Check out some of their additional fundraisers
- HSSOD cookbook - $10
- I-Touch Raffle – (raffle to take place at the Sunday recital (do not need to be present to win) 1 ticket $3, 2 tickets $5
- Beautiful Jewelry crafted by Kristin Vanderbeek with the help of the Macy’s girls.
- Fun Tye dyed clothing just in time for summer!
- Stop by the front desk to check it out!!
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Announcements
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| SDC Jr. & Apprentice Auditions Any dancers ages nine and up who have had at least 3 years of traning in Ballet, Jazz, or Modern may attend an open call audition for SDC Jr. or Apprentice Team on Saturday, July 18th from 1 – 3 PM.
- Dancers should arrive in a black leotard, pink tights, and hair in a bun,. You should bring Jazz shoes with you and wear convertible tights. You will be taught a short combination that you will perform for Ms. Jen Pratt and Ms. Marilyn (codirectors) as well as additional staff members.
- Requirements for company involve a weekly 1 ! hour rehearsal (there is no fee to be in company) and classes in Ballet, Modern, Jazz, and one other of your choice.
- Please contact Marilyn or Jen for more information! Attendance at the audition is mandatory for anyone being considered.
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| 2009 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade We are so excited to have begun planning our trip to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! If anyone was unable to attend the information meeting last week, please see Marilyn immediately. Dancers must be 14 years old by September 1st and have permission from their teacher. Look for fun and exciting ways to help send these talented kids on an amazing dance journey! |
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| Yoga with Pam! Holly Springs School of Dance proudly partners with Pam McCarthy for yoga classes. Check out Pam's website at www.yogapam.com. |
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SDC Jr. at Jack's Day 2008
Springs Dance Company hosts free "Catch Up" day...
SDC presents "Dance as if Nobody is Watching"
Holly Springs Christmas Parade!!
Christmas Parade Is Just Around The Corner! We want all of our dancers to participate with us on Saturday, December 13th with the Holly Springs Christmas Parade. We love opening this up to all of our students and always have a terrific time! This year, we will be dancing to “Rudolf The Red Nosed Reindeer”. Here’s what you need to know…
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Dancers will line up at 10am for an 11am start time
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Everyone should wear a red HSSOD sweatshirt, a white turtleneck, black leggings or jazz pants,and hair in a ponytail with a white ribbon and tennis shoes.
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All dancers ages five and up will learn a short dance that will be performed during the parade route.
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Dancers in our pre-school aged classes will be pulled in a wagon by their parents. Wagons should be decorated in a “presents” theme since they will make up the back part of our human sled. Use your creativity since one of you will be chosen for one month’s free tuition. If you do not own a wagon, ask around if someone else in your class can help. We’re sure you can catch a ride with a friend! Class Moms or Dads, we need you!
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We will need two parent volunteers from each class to walk with the kids during the parade and help with drop off/pick up. Please contact your child’s teacher.
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More info to come with the November newsletter!
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HSSOD red sweatshirts can be ordered now until November 15th for 15.90 w/tax.
Is your child working really hard in class but could use some one on one time? SDC will be volunteering their time and expertise on Saturday, February 21st from 1-3pm for all HSSOD students. You may stop by at any time between 1-3pm for a private lesson to help your dancer boost their confidence and skill level as we head towards recital choreography. The only thing we ask is that parents stay at the studio, and that dancers come with specific skills that they want additional instruction in. You should plan on being here about twenty minutes. We hope that you will take advantage of this great and free opportunity!
Amanda Thatcher, SDC dancer and beautiful assistant, is offering 30 minute private lessons for 25.00 each session. If you are interested in setting up a private lesson, please let us know. Springs Dance Company will be producing it’s concert, Dance As If No One Is Watching on Saturday, March 14th at 2pm and 7pm at the Holly Springs Cultural Arts Center.
This student produced concert highlights young choreographers as they create new pieces, make costuming decisions, learn about marketing, and handle all of the aspects of putting together their own concert. The audience will vote on two pieces that they would like to see performed in the recital.
You may purchase tickets for 5.00 at etix.com or stop by the Holly Springs Cultural Arts Center. This makes a great Mother/Daughter date or a fun outing for an entire class to go and support an assistant! Please mark your calendar and make plans to attend!!
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Open Dance Night/ SDC’s Silent Auction/ Fall Festival/ Ribbon Cutting Saturday, October 25th 6-9 p.m.
This will be a very special night at the Holly Springs School Of Dance with tons of creativity, games, auction items up for bid, hot dogs, kettlecorn, desserts and coffee, and our ribbon cutting. We want all of our HSSOD families to share in this fun “Family Friendly” event! The Silent Auction event supports the company throughout the season.
Many wonderful items are up for bid including an Eric Staal autographed Hockey Stick, Hurricanes vs. Avalanche hockey tickets, 6 Park Passes to Disney World, Releve Gift Basket, Yoga Pam Gift Certificates, Salon Bedazzled Hair Salon Gift Certificates, a Mountain Weekend Escape, a "Tranquil" Beach Weekend, Jewelry, ECU vs. UTEP tickets, Golf Outings at Devils Ridge and Cypress Landing, terrific gift baskets from local merchants, and services for the whole family will be open for bidding at great deals! You can start your holiday shopping with us!
In conjunction with the auction, we will have our official ribbon cutting at 6:15pm for our new studio! We want you to be there to help us celebrate a wonderful new addition to our school! Dancers can help us decorate one of our walls by painting their hand and stamping it. Kids can sign their name as well next to their handprint. The cost is 5.00 with all proceeds going to SDC. Want a chance to win a free year’s tuition? Enter our drawing on October 25th for just one dollar. Again, proceeds go to SDC. You must be present to win at 9pm when the drawing will be announced.
A highlight of this year’s event will be the addition of our Fall Open Dance Night. There are two dance performances: one at 6:30 and one at 7:30. Dancers who signed up to participate have been assigned to one of the performances. This event is open to dancers of all ages to create something new in any dance style they choose. NEW dancers who choose to choreograph to holiday music will have the opportunity to be voted on by the audience to perform at this year’s Holiday Cabaret!
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Marilyn is working on two pieces that require specific props. We are looking for a 1950’s kitchen table as well as approximately ten large cable spools. If you have either of these things that you could donate, or have a connection to someone who can help, please email Marilyn at chappell@hollyspringsdance.com.
Thanks for your help!
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Information
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| Creativity Matters - Ms DeniseCheck out the Creativity Matters website. A program for girls ages 7-10 that helps build self-esteem and respect for others through creative expression.
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| Shining StarsWe begin our second season of our free classes for kids with special needs. Classes meet the first Saturday of each month from 10-11am in the new studio. Thanks to Springs Dance Company members for donating their time and talent to this great program! Please help us spread the word!
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| Birthday Parties at HSSOD!!We are currently accepting reservations for birthday parties! With a host of themes, we know your child will have a party that they will never forget! Contact us for more info!
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| Volunteers Needed!Throughout the season we need a host of volunteers to produce many wonderful events. Please stop by the front desk to sign up and become more involved. Our needs include costuming, props, helping at events, etc. Thanks in advance!
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| Email Newsletter & Spam Filters
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| Pay Your Tuition Online!You can now make your tuition payment online using PayPal!! PayPal is a safe and secure way to pay and if you create a PayPal account, PayPal will track your payment history for you. Click the Read More link for more information. read more ...
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| Dress Code ReminderPlease make sure you are following our dress code! We see dancers coming to class in street clothes. We know it takes a little more effort, but it really helps us to make corrections, helps your child understand the discipline of dance, and creates an atmosphere that is respectful of dance and teachers. Not sure what the dress code is? Click read more... read more ...
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| Holly Springs School of Dance recommends Relevé for all of your dancewear needs! |
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