Ms. Parks shared exciting updates on the Colorado Conservatory of Dance programs, highlighting the importance of dance education in fostering resilience and improving retention rates. She detailed community education initiatives for Title One schools and emphasized the value of arts education in building essential life skills. 

 

Inclusivity and accessibility are at the heart of their mission. They tailor classes to meet diverse needs, offering programs like Mexican folklorico dance for schools with a high percentage of Hispanic students. Their dance programs include after-school classes and arts integration that focus on social-emotional learning and resilience.

 

Serving approximately 90,000 students annually across four counties, the Colorado Conservatory of Dance builds long-term relationships with schools and students. They offer professional-level performances, such as "Romeo and Juliet" and "The Nutcracker," with discounted tickets for community education partners. They also address transportation challenges by bringing guest artists to schools during school hours.

 

To learn more, visit the Colorado Conservatory of Dance website, or listen to Sandra Parks' full presentation on the Broomfield Rotary Podcast click here: