Overview of the Magnet Program:
The Expressive Arts Magnet Program at Rainbow Park Elementary School is designed for students who demonstrate a high interest in learning and show potential for growth in the arts. The program focuses exclusively on dance, providing a comprehensive educational experience that nurtures creativity and artistic talents.
Curriculum Details:
The Magnet Dance Program provides students with an overview of various dance styles and choreography techniques. The curriculum includes ballet, modern dance, jazz, creative and contemporary dance. As part of this innovative curriculum, students are also taught how to choreograph their own dance pieces, encouraging creativity and self-expression. Unique Program Features, Teaching Methodologies, Enrichment Opportunities, and Extracurricular Activities:
The Magnet Dance Program at Rainbow Park Elementary offers a unique and innovative approach to dance education, incorporating special teaching methodologies that emphasize creativity and self-expression. A standout feature of the program is its focus on student-led choreography. Students are not only introduced to various dance styles such as ballet, modern, jazz, creative and contemporary, but they are also encouraged to create their own dance pieces. This hands-on, experiential learning approach allows students to develop deep into the artistic process, fostering both technical skills and creative thinking. In addition to classroom instruction, the program provides a wealth of enrichment opportunities that enhance the students’ educational experience. Students have the chance to perform at Rainbow Park Elementary, at various venues, and within the community, giving them valuable real-world experience and the opportunity to showcase their talents.
The program also includes field trips and participation in other dance-related events, which expose students to professional dance environments and a broader cultural context. These comprehensive activities are designed to cultivate a lifelong appreciation for the arts, build self-confidence, and prepare students to meet the demands of the 21st-century world with both academic and artistic excellence.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for enrollment in the Magnet Dance Program at Rainbow Park Elementary School,
students must meet the following criteria:
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in core academic subjects.
- Achieve a minimum GPA of 2.0 or higher in conduct.
- Have no more than ten (10) unexcused absences from the previous school year.
Contact Information:
For more information about the Magnet Dance Program, please contact the Rainbow Park
Elementary School Office at 305-688-4631.
Additionally, for specific inquiries related to the program, you can reach out to the designated point
of contact:
Ms. Holden, Dance Magnet Teacher
Email: 343245@dadeschools.net
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