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National Honors Society of Dance Arts

The National Honor Society for Dance Arts™ (NHSDA) is a program of the National Dance Education Organization. It is one of the most exciting benefits that NDEO offers its Institutional Members. The Secondary Program (grades 9-12) was implemented in 2005. 

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Mission

  • To recognize outstanding artistic merit, leadership, and academic achievement in students studying dance in public and private schools in K-12 education, dance studios, cultural/community centers, performing arts organizations, and colleges/universities.

  • To foster an appreciation for dance as a true art form and one worthy of recognition and prestige.

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Program Goals

  • To promote a desire for life-long learning in the field of dance.

  • To encourage an understanding of, and an appreciation for, dance as an art form and develop knowledgeable audiences for tomorrow.

  • To identify honor students (grades 11 & 12) for nomination to the NHSDA Artistic Merit, Leadership, and Academic Achievement Award, one of the highest honor programs for dance in the United States.

  • To grow in leadership and development opportunities within their NHSDA Chapter, as they can assist the Chapter Sponsor with Chapter administration, record keeping, fundraising, and event planning.

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Requirements

Junior Program (grades 7th-8th) Requirements:

  • Be enrolled in Dance Academy of Mansfield’s classes

  • Maintain a 3.0 GPA

  • Collect at least 15 participation points (10 points collected through Dance Academy of Mansfield)

  • Meet the necessary Character Rating
     

Secondary Program (grades 9th-12th) Requirements:

  • Be enrolled in Dance Academy of Mansfield’s classes

  • Maintain a 3.0 GPA

  • Collect at least 30 Participation Points (20 points collected through Dance Academy of Mansfield)

  • Meet the necessary Character Rating

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