February is all about spreading love and showing care for others. At Showcase Dance Studio, we believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment for our students. By showing care and kindness to others, our students can build meaningful relationships and create a welcoming atmosphere for everyone. So this February,...
Happy fall, Showcase families! There are many reasons to love fall (like a hot cup of coffee on a crisp morning, am I right?) but one of my favorites is helping our dancers settle into their classes for the new season—and many times, that means adding something new to their schedule. There...
Showcase families, it’s time to start thinking about recital pictures! For your convenience, *Recital Picture Week will be held April 4-7 at the studio during regular class times. This is an opportunity for your dancer to have professional dance photos taken (in costume!) with direction from our experienced SDS staff. So, why...
Becoming Resilient Through Dance Developing positive character qualities in our students is something we pride ourselves on at Showcase Dance Studio, and one of the qualities we care deeply about—that we know is challenging for our students to practice—is resilience. Becoming resilient is about choosing to give up or grow, and...
Dear SDS parents, Since November is a time to reflect on all we are grateful for, I wanted to say THANK YOU for choosing Showcase as your child’s dance home! We know that this year has had its challenges for many of our dance families, and we could not be more...
Why Quitting isn’t the Answer Has your child ever come to you and said they want to quit something? Maybe it was a board game or a homework assignment, or a project they started and weren’t motivated to finish. Maybe it was an activity you signed them up for after school;...
Performing to Show Progress, Not Perfection “Practice makes perfect.” Chances are you’ve heard this saying many, many times in your life. (We sure have!) It’s one of the most well-known proverbs, with roots that go all the way back to the 16th century. And while we appreciate its intention, here at Showcase...
The Benefits of Competition Team If your child loves dance and has expressed interest in doing more, we’d love for you to consider having them audition for our competition teams later this Spring! All of our students at Showcase Dance Studio benefit from the life skills dance develops, but for our...
Dance Costume Tips and Tricks! Now that you have your child’s costume at home, you might be wondering: What’s the best way to take care of it? This thing is full of lycra and sequins and glitter! It’s a great question (and observation) and because costumes aren’t like regular clothing, they do...
How Dance is Shaping Social-Emotional Growth You hear a lot these days about social-emotional development in children, especially how important it is for building empathy and meaningful relationships. Social-emotional skills equip our kids with the tools they need to manage their emotions, make friends, and connect to other people on a...
