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Dance Program

Two people, a man and a woman, are dancing energetically on a stage in front of a large crowd of people wearing red shirts.
A group of young women in flowing white dresses are performing a dance routine on a wooden dance floor, with a sign reading %22Stage Right%22 visible in the background.
A person in black clothing is performing a split on a wooden floor in a room with a chalkboard displaying %22Dance 20%22 in the background.
Two young women in white dresses are dancing gracefully on a wooden floor in what appears to be a school or studio setting.
A graceful dancer in a flowing yellow dress performs against a vibrant blue and purple background.
A group of people, likely dancers, are practicing or rehearsing in a dance studio with a mirrored wall and various dance-related items visible in the background.
A woman in a white top and dark shorts stands in a dimly lit room, her figure silhouetted against the darkness.
A dancer in a colorful, flowing dress stands on a stage, surrounded by silhouetted figures in the background.
Two dancers in flowing, colorful costumes perform on a dimly lit stage against a dark background.
A group of people, dressed in colorful and vibrant clothing, are engaged in a lively dance in what appears to be a classroom or community center setting.
A woman in a black leotard is performing a graceful dance pose in a dimly lit room with bare walls.
A female dancer in a black dress is captured mid-leap, her arms and legs extended gracefully against a plain background.
A group of dancers performing on a stage with a vibrant red and orange background.
A young woman in a light blue dress is captured mid-leap, her arms and legs extended gracefully against a plain gray background.
A person in a vibrant red costume performing a dramatic dance pose on a stage with a serene blue background.
The image depicts three dancers performing on a stage, with their arms raised in a dramatic pose against a warm, fiery-colored background.
A group of dancers in colorful, flowing costumes perform on a dimly lit stage against a warm, orange-toned backdrop.
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Courses offered

Beginning Dance

This class is designed to introduce students to basic dance terminology, technique, and dance class etiquette. This class presents alignment principles, weight shifts, level changes, and the elements of dance such as space, time, and energy. Students will be exposed to Jazz, Modern, Ballet, West African, and other World dance techniques.
In addition to their introduction to dance terminology through praxis, students will also read about dance, write about dance, and observe both live and filmed dance performances.
Each marking period all students are required to take an outside approved dance class in a variety of dance genres.

Intermediate/Advanced Dance

This class is designed to introduce students to basic dance terminology, technique, and dance class etiquette. This class presents alignment principals, weight shifts, level changes, and the elements of dance such as space, time, and energy. Students will be exposed to: Jazz, Modern, Ballet, West African, and other World dance techniques.
In addition to their introduction to dance terminology through praxis, student will also read about dance, write about dance, and observe both live and videoed dance performances.

About Ms Dori

Ms. Dori is an Oakland Tech alum, a passionate educator, facilitator, and multidisciplinary artist from Oakland, CA. With a strong foundation in socio-emotional learning, restorative justice, and anti-racist practices, she brings creativity, compassion, and cultural relevance into every classroom. She has served in various roles across OUSD—including instructional aide, substitute teacher, and youth program leader—supporting students' academic, emotional, and creative growth. Her mission is to inspire students to be their authentic selves and use art as a tool for healing and liberation. 

Formerly teaching both African American Female Excellence and Dance, Ms. Dori is the full-time dance teacher at Tech. As her classroom reflects her lifestyle, she aims to bring joy, mindfulness, and movement to her students as she helps rebuild the dance program.