What it is - Overview

It will:

•  Include a curriculum and methodology to help standardize instruction along with available materials

•  Explore a repertoire of Israeli folk dances appropriate for different age and skill levels

•  Impart an understanding of holiday celebrations and diverse cultural traditions through creative movement and dance

•  Use Israeli folk dance material to develop creative teaching and leadership skills through:
            a) thematic development and an understanding of choreography
            b) basic body movement as a vehicle for dramatic expression
            c) understanding the rhythmic structure of music and dance
            d) basic costume ideas

•  Provide a Shabbat experience with the Temple Israel community and the use of dance to enhance preparation for and observance of Shabbat:
        - Family Friday night dinner and "Dancing Oneg"
        - "Lunch and Learn" following Shabbat morning services

•  Provide a forum for teachers to share their experiences
            - Saturday night "Dance and Share" - Participants are invited to bring their ideas, materials, visual and printed resources to share.
           

•  Provide a showcase for children's performing groups with the goal of creating regional Israeli Folk Dance Festivals

•  Afford opportunities for certification and continuing education credits

•  Special Sunday Bonus:  Israeli folk dance workshop and party with Ruth Goodman sponsored by Temple Israel's adult dance classes and Nancy Bell