Spotlight Dance Works is an official sponsor of a Chapter in the National Honor Society for Dance Arts! The National Honor Society for Dance Arts (NHSDA) is a program dedicated to recognizing students for their outstanding artistic merit, leadership, and academic achievement in the field of dance. NHSDA strives to foster an appreciation for dance as a true art form, worthy of recognition and prestige.
NHSDA BENEFITS FOR STUDENTS
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Recognition of their artistic merit, academic achievement, and leadership throughout their educational experience (Junior High - Collegiate)
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Certificates at each level of induction, opportunity to wear the gold Honor Pin and blue and white Honor Cord
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Mentorship from Chapter Sponsor and networking with peers
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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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National and State-level scholarship and award opportunities
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Exclusive student discounts and benefits offered by NHSDA Preferred Vendors
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All student inductees will receive an official certificate of induction. Inducted students are eligible to wear the NHSDA honor cord and gold pin during graduation ceremonies; however, separate approval from the principal or other school administrators may be necessary. Students are encouraged to cite their NHSDA induction in scholarship applications and/or resumes for college or dance employment.
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NHSDA Award Program: Students who are in 11th or 12th grade and who have been inducted into their school’s NHSDA chapter can apply for the annual NDEO Artistic Merit, Leadership and Academic Achievement Award, the highest student dance award in the nation.
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Possibility to graduate with honors
All student inductees will receive an official certificate of induction. Inducted students are eligible to wear the NHSDA honor cord and gold pin during graduation ceremonies; however, separate approval from the principal or other school administrators may be necessary. Students are encouraged to cite their NHSDA induction in scholarship applications and/or resumes for college or dance employment.