SALUTE TO EDUCATORS

NOMINATIONS CAN BE SUBMITTED THROUGH OUR ONLINE FORM BELOW, OR PRINTED AND EMAILED BACK TO US.

Each season, Charlotte Ballet honors outstanding individuals with three awards: Dance Educator of the Year, Dance Student of the Year and Dance Champion of the Year. During the Education Salute, each recipient will receive a certificate and tickets to complimentary designated performances in the 2024/2025 Season.

Nominations for the 2024/2025 Season have closed.

EDUCATION SALUTE

2024 AWARD RECIPIENTS

2024 Middle School Dance Student of the Year: Quinn South, Francis Bradley Middle School
2024 High School Dance Student of the Year: Madelyn Moffit, Fine Arts Magnet of Iredell Statesville Schools
2024 Dance Champion of the Year: Bunny Nash, former Performing Arts Director of Cabarrus Arts Council
2024 Dance Educator of the Year: Lorraine Crittendon of Albemarle Road Middle School

NOMINEE CRITERIA

DANCE EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR

Three or more years of teaching dance in a K-12 public or independent school in Charlotte-Mecklenburg and/or surrounding counties
Demonstrates excellence in teaching and engaging students in dance
Adopts innovative strategies for teaching dance within the North Carolina Essential Standards
Actively pursues artistic and professional development through workshops, performances and conferences
Works to connect school, family, and community resources by involving students in trips, performances, and events

DANCE STUDENT OF THE YEAR

Is a student currently enrolled in a K-12 dance program at his/her public or independent school
Shows exemplary progress and achievement in areas of creativity, performance, attendance, character traits and work ethic
Enjoys participating in dance and finds dance to be a meaningful pursuit in his/her life

DANCE CHAMPION AWARD

A parent or community member who has supported a dance program in one or more K12 public or independent schools. (Dance Educators are not eligible for this award and should instead be nominated for the Dance Educator of the Year Award.)
OR
A person who has made a significant contribution to dance education through advocacy, special projects, fundraising, and/or volunteer work, above and beyond expectations.

NOMINATION FORM