This interdisciplinary semester course is the result of the collaboration of the Physical Education and English departments. Students will study dance and movement as a vehicle for communication and analysis. They become familiar with several choreographic and dance techniques, especially that of the famous Martha Graham. Students then use these various dance styles to interpret the literature studied. The course is co-taught by an English teacher and Dance/Physical Educator with musical assistance from the NYC Graham School of Dance (the result of a grant through the cultural arts program). Students receive both physical education and dance credit for this course.

Students will receive credits in both English and Physical Education.

This class is a foundation class in Dance and Movement. Students will develop kinesthetic awareness through dance forms such as Modern Dance, Jazz, Ballet, ethnic and Dance Improvisation. Students will also begin to explore choreographing the elements of dance composition. Basic concepts of Dance and Movement will be introduced such as: movement sequencing, rhythmic patterns, physical strength, flexibility and endurance, along with movement elements which include time, space, weight and effort. The course will enhance the aesthetic development of each student through activities that encourage verbal, written and physical approaches to Dance and Movement.

Students will receive credits in both Art and Physical Education.

Dance and Movement II will provide students with intermediate/advanced study of dance forms such as: Modern Dance, Jazz, Ballet and improvisation. Students will study different dance styles within each dance form which will develop physical strength and endurance while expanding their movement vocabulary and ability to execute diverse dance techniques. Students will create original choreography and learn the rhythmic structure of dance as it pertains to each dance form. Historical aspects of each dance form will be explored as well as dance analysis through verbal, visual and written forms.

Students will receive credits in both Art and Physical Education.