Newsletter - Fall 2024
Hello La Danse Families,
It's hard to believe we are already four months into the dance season! Time has been flying by!
We have made updates and adaptations to the Parent Handbook. It is available through our website and we have attached a copy for your convenience. All updates as of September 2024 have been highlighted. Please take a minute to review everything and let us know if you have any questions.
Parent Viewing Dates:
Parents, guardians, and grandparents will be welcomed into the dance studio to watch their dancers throughout the duration of a full class! Please make sure to note the days of your dancer's classes that are available for viewing:
Mrs. Menon - October 7th, 9th & 10th
Miss Megan - October 8th
Mrs. Stark - October 17th
Miss Kaitlyn - October 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th (Acro 3 only on Oct 24th, Acro 4 only on October 22nd)
Miss Alora - October 23rd
Miss Bailey - October 25th
Miss Kelsey - October 28th
Miss Alora - October 29th
Ms. Myers - October 30th
Please remember to not park in the middle of the lot. We have already received a number of warnings from our landlord about this. You may idle there for a short period when doing pick up/drop off, but do not actually park for any period of time. Please use the streets or the lot across the street at Plato's Closet.
Competition Dates:
March 27th-30th: Evolve - Saskatoon, SK (optional competition for solos, duets, trios. Invite only small groups will attend.)
April 2nd-6th: Standing Ovation - Fort Saskatchewan, AB (All comp groups except: Gr 1 Ballet, Jr Jazz Level 2, Mini Hip Hop Small Group. Optional for Junior MT) - Please note they have added an extra day!
April 22nd-27th: The Performer - Saskatoon, SK (all comp groups attending)
May 8th-11th: Terpsichore - Regina, SK (All comp groups except: Gr 1 Ballet)
Competition Hotel Blocks:
Fort Saskatchewan - Best Western Plus Fort Saskatchewan Inn & Suites
Standard Queen room rate for $125
King with kitchenette room for $ 142
Queen with Big size of kitchenette room for $142
Queen with small size of kitchenette room for $136
Block Name: Standing Ovation Dance Competition
Includes breakfast
1-587-285-8033
This block was created by the competition, which is sold out, so it will go quickly and the hotel will be full! We have also contacted the Sandman in Sherwood Park, which is a 15 minute drive away from Fort Sask to make a block of rooms. We will pass this info along as soon as it is set up.
Regina - Best Western Plus Eastgate Inn & Suites (May 7-11)
25 rooms available with double queen beds
Block name: LaDanse, Rate: $158+tax
Includes breakfast
1-306-352-7587
Final schedules for competitions will not come out until March, so if you are expecting to be there for various days, we would advise to make your reservation for that full time and just cancel days later if need be.
Mrs. Menon's Mat Leave - Starting October 10th
Mrs. Menon's baby girl is growing and quickly approaching her due date! Mrs. Menon will be 'on mat leave' after Thanksgiving. Mrs. Stark, Miss Megan, and Miss Tatum will be taking over her classes from Thanksgiving until the end of February. Mrs. Menon will still be around the studio and attend classes prior to baby M's arrival, but she will be taking things easy - no more sautes!
For those getting solos done by Mrs. Menon, this weekend was her last for solo choreo until the winter break. We appreciate your understanding and patience!
Final Day to Accept Solo/Duo/Trio/Small Group Offers - October 11th
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Thanksgiving Long Weekend - October 12th-14th
Classes will run as normal on Friday, Oct 11th. Regular classes will be cancelled on Saturday, Oct 12th and Monday, Oct 14th for the long weekend.
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Movie Night - Friday, October 25th @ 8-11pm
We will be hosting a movie night at the studio for all dancers! We will be watching the recording of the recital from June 2024 to get all the dancers excited and looking forward to starting new group choreography in November.
Snacks and treats will be done potluck style! Dancers attending can sign up to bring food items to share with the group. Please note that everything must be nut-free.
Costume Week - October 28th-November 1st
Dancers can dress up in Halloween costumes or fun dance costumes for classes during this week! We can't wait to see what comes through the door!
Thursday, October 31st - No classes
All regular classes will be cancelled for Halloween.
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November 1st - Choreo Classes Begin!
Musical Theatre, Modern, and Jazz Line classes will officially kick off in November, starting right away on the 1st!
A few things to note:
-Jazz Line dancers can only miss a maximum of 3 practices!!
-MT classes will be cancelled on Friday, November 22nd, as Miss Kelsey is away. They will be made up on a Saturday in the New Year.
Lots of information to take in! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to send an email or stop in and chat with the office staff.
Thank you,
Shannon and Mallory