Pacific Northwest Ballet


PARTNER SCHOOL TESTIMONIALS

"The students who have been involved in the program gained experiences they would not have been exposed to in their lives. The discipline required to be successful in the program helps to improve students' academics."
Assistant Principal, Lake Hills Elementary

"Students have been exposed to and learned about the artistry and athleticism of ballet. They have learned so much about their bodies, concentration, classical music and more that has positively affected their academic success."
Principal, Spiritridge Elementary

"The students that are chosen to participate develop self-awareness, self-confidence and poise."
Teacher, Cooper Elementary

"I just can't thank you enough. My student has developed self-respect and now views himself as intelligent. Your lessons have taught him that quality work comes from concentration and effort."
Teacher, Stevenson Elementary

PARENT TESTIMONIALS

"He has enjoyed DanceChance tremendously. His motivation to be able to participate has dramatically affected and improved his attitude in all areas of his life. We view this as the best thing that ever happened to him. His academic skills have also risen dramatically."
Parent, Adams Elementary

"The sense of accomplishment for our child is so uplifting. Being chosen to participate has built his self-confidence. We are grateful to PNB and its donors."
Parent, Sanislo Elementary

"DanceChance has given her the opportunity to discover the talent that is hidden inside her. After only one year of attending, she has become more energetic, confident and grown up."
Parent, Wing Luke Elementary

"This program has been an intensely positive experience in her life. She now sees herself as a dancer; she thinks about dance, she dances constantly at home. I believe she also has some understanding of what a special opportunity it is, which has given her some pride and self confidence....it's been such a transformational experience for her. She discovered that she has the ability to focus and be self-disciplined through her participation."
Parent, The New School at South Shore

STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

"When I come to DanceChance I feel energized."
— 3rd grade DanceChance student from Kimball Elementary

"DanceChance is special because I learn discipline."
— 4th grade DanceChance student at Graham Hill Elementary

"When I come to DanceChance I feel happy and proud."
— 3rd gradeDanceChance student from T.T. Minor Elementary

"DanceChance is special because it teaches us new things."
— 3rd grade DanceChance student from Van Asselt Elementary