Cheryl's School of Dance: 2009

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

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December's Student of the Month

Haylee Harper has been at CSD for 3 years. When she first decided to take hip-hop, she was only doing it for fun. Haylee says, "I soon fell in love with the physical and emotional expression I discovered in dance and decided to try-out for the Intensive hip-hop team. Because this is her last year, she really wanted to experience dance and learn as much as she could. So in addition to Bambaataa, she took on Jazz & Ballroom this year.

One of her favorite dance memories is from last year's Pulse. The first day of the convention she was so frustrated because I couldn't get a hold on some choreography being taught by Shane Sparks. Haylee said, "I told myself I wasn't going to let that happen again and I worked extremely hard to get the choreography. I was exuberant when I was able to do it!"

Haylee has been an extremely hard working and dedicated student at CSD! The faculty adores her!

November's Student of the Month

Candace Bird has been dancing since she was 3 years old. This year marked her 14th year of dance. Throughout her years of studying dance, she has been able to attend conventions such as The Pulse, Tremaine and Showstopper. She has also competed at numerous regional competitions. She is a member of the Senior Intensive Teams. Some of the greatest memories she has is from the many trips she has taken with her teammates!

Next year, she plans on attending the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. She plans on majoring in Elementary Education and become a 1st or 2nd grade teacher. Candice says, "I am looking forward to starting the next chapter in my life, but I am also going to miss this studio, the people in it and the memories so much!"

The CSD faculty appreciates Candice's hard work throughout the year's and her great example of strong character!

The Pulse, Las Vegas

CSD would like to congratulate all those who attended The Pulse in Las Vegas! We had Dayna Frintz as Protege, Karli Thompson & Candice Goad on the Pulse Pink Crew, Megan Mendoza's choreography took the Choreographer's Choice Award and CSD left with 13 scholarships!! Such a successful weekend!

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

October Student of the Month

Lacie Norton has been dancing at Cheryl's School of Dance since the 2nd grade. She is currently a member of all of our Intensive Teams, Encore, Bambaataa & Evolution. Lacie travels all around to various conventions & competitions, including The Pulse, Tremaine, BYU Jazz & Modern Dance Camps, BYU Ballet Summer Intensive and Showstopper Regionals & Nationals. She is an assistant teacher in ballet, tap and jazz. She recently attended a workshop with international choreographer Gregg Russell and was selected to receive his scholarship. Lacie is will be graduating this year and will be attending college in summer or fall 2010.

Lacie was chosen by the CSD faculty for her consistency, her eagerness to learn and has made exceptional progress throughout her years at CSD. Lacie is a great role model to other students. She has a wonderful attitude and the faculty believes that she will be very successful throughout her life because of it.

Thursday, September 17, 2009

Dance Excellence Festival 2010

Cheryl's School of Dance was recently chosen to represent the state of New Mexico & the United States at the Dance Excellence Festival 2010 in Los Angeles. Only one studio per state or country is invited to attend this prestigious event. CSD is honored to represent New Mexico!

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Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Dayna Frintz makes Protege!

CSD sends a big congratulations to dancer Dayna Frintz! Dayna was selected at The Pulse, Los Angeles to become a Protege! She will travel during the 2009-2010 year all over the country assisting teachers Dave Scott, Shane Sparks, Laurie Ann Gibson, Mia Michaels, Cris Judd, Tyce Diorio and others!