RAISING THE CURTAIN: Navigating Collegiate Dance Education Decisions for Parents and Students by Michael Medcalf
"Raising the Curtain" is an essential guide for families embarking on the journey of choosing a collegiate dance program. This eBook offers a comprehensive look into the crucial decisions that shape a dancer’s academic and professional future. Designed for both parents and students, it provides a dual perspective on the challenges and opportunities in dance education.
From understanding the role of mentorship by parents in supporting their child’s aspirations to navigating auditions and balancing academic demands with dance training, this guide covers it all. "Raising the Curtain" serves as a beacon, illuminating the path to making informed choices that align with a dancer’s goals and aspirations. It’s a must-read for anyone looking to understand and successfully manage the complexities of pursuing higher education in dance.
This guide includes a listing of 100 possible careers in dance, as well as a list of skills learned in dance that are uniquely transferable to other industries!
Part 1: For Parents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Understanding the Dance Education Landscape
Chapter 3: Navigating College Admissions for Dance
Chapter 4: Financial Considerations
Chapter 5: Balancing Academics and Dance
Chapter 6: Supporting Your Aspiring Dancer
Chapter 7: Pros and Cons Evaluation
Chapter 8: Decision-making and Moving Forward
Part II: For Dance Students
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Self-Reflection and Goal Setting
Chapter 3: Researching Dance Programs
Chapter 4: Preparing for Auditions
Chapter 5: Balancing Academics and Dance
Chapter 6: Financial Planning
Chapter 7: Pros and Cons Evaluation
Chapter 8: Making the Decision
"Raising the Curtain" is an essential guide for families embarking on the journey of choosing a collegiate dance program. This eBook offers a comprehensive look into the crucial decisions that shape a dancer’s academic and professional future. Designed for both parents and students, it provides a dual perspective on the challenges and opportunities in dance education.
From understanding the role of mentorship by parents in supporting their child’s aspirations to navigating auditions and balancing academic demands with dance training, this guide covers it all. "Raising the Curtain" serves as a beacon, illuminating the path to making informed choices that align with a dancer’s goals and aspirations. It’s a must-read for anyone looking to understand and successfully manage the complexities of pursuing higher education in dance.
This guide includes a listing of 100 possible careers in dance, as well as a list of skills learned in dance that are uniquely transferable to other industries!
Part 1: For Parents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Understanding the Dance Education Landscape
Chapter 3: Navigating College Admissions for Dance
Chapter 4: Financial Considerations
Chapter 5: Balancing Academics and Dance
Chapter 6: Supporting Your Aspiring Dancer
Chapter 7: Pros and Cons Evaluation
Chapter 8: Decision-making and Moving Forward
Part II: For Dance Students
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Self-Reflection and Goal Setting
Chapter 3: Researching Dance Programs
Chapter 4: Preparing for Auditions
Chapter 5: Balancing Academics and Dance
Chapter 6: Financial Planning
Chapter 7: Pros and Cons Evaluation
Chapter 8: Making the Decision
"Raising the Curtain" is an essential guide for families embarking on the journey of choosing a collegiate dance program. This eBook offers a comprehensive look into the crucial decisions that shape a dancer’s academic and professional future. Designed for both parents and students, it provides a dual perspective on the challenges and opportunities in dance education.
From understanding the role of mentorship by parents in supporting their child’s aspirations to navigating auditions and balancing academic demands with dance training, this guide covers it all. "Raising the Curtain" serves as a beacon, illuminating the path to making informed choices that align with a dancer’s goals and aspirations. It’s a must-read for anyone looking to understand and successfully manage the complexities of pursuing higher education in dance.
This guide includes a listing of 100 possible careers in dance, as well as a list of skills learned in dance that are uniquely transferable to other industries!
Part 1: For Parents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Understanding the Dance Education Landscape
Chapter 3: Navigating College Admissions for Dance
Chapter 4: Financial Considerations
Chapter 5: Balancing Academics and Dance
Chapter 6: Supporting Your Aspiring Dancer
Chapter 7: Pros and Cons Evaluation
Chapter 8: Decision-making and Moving Forward
Part II: For Dance Students
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Self-Reflection and Goal Setting
Chapter 3: Researching Dance Programs
Chapter 4: Preparing for Auditions
Chapter 5: Balancing Academics and Dance
Chapter 6: Financial Planning
Chapter 7: Pros and Cons Evaluation
Chapter 8: Making the Decision