HONORS SOCIETY

The National Honor Society for Dance Arts (NHSDA) is a program of the National Dance Education Organization.  It is one of the most exciting benefits that NDEO offers its Institutional Members.  This Secondary Program (grades 9-12) was implemented in 2005.  The Collegiate Program was implemented in 2012, and a formal Junior Program (grades 6-8) was separated out from the Secondary Program and officially implemented in 2016.  To date, there are close to 400 chapters in the US and almost 3,000 students inducted over the past 3 years.  NHSDA is based on the Thespians honor society and NDEO acknowledges their generosity in allowing dance to follow the lead of theatre arts education through this program.

Mission

1)      To recognize outstanding artistic merit, leadership, and academic achievement in students studying dance in public and private schools in K-12 education, dance studios, cultural/community centers, performing arts organizations, and post-secondary education.

2)      To foster an appreciation for dance as a true art form and one worthy of recognition and prestige.

Who is it for?

Xtreme Dance Force high school members ONLY

What are the benefits?

Xtreme Dance Force students deserve the honor and prestige that comes from their achievement in dance.  Many are working hard on academics and leadership while perfecting their dance craft not only at school but also outside of school.  The personal gratification that students receive from being inducted into the NHSDA is a boost to their self-esteem.  It is a win-win for all; the student, Xtreme and the field of dance.

All student inductees will receive an official certificate of induction.  Inducted students who are seniors in high school are eligible to wear the NHSDA honor cord and gold pin during graduation ceremonies.  Students are encouraged to cite their NHSDA induction in scholarship applications and/or resumes for college or dance employment.

Xtreme will also provide induction information to appropriate school or school district personnel so that induction can be noted on student transcripts.

How do students get inducted?

Induction into NHSDA Secondary Program (High school) is earned through the accumulation of 30 points awarded for meritorious work in dance that meets Xtreme and the honor society’s guidelines (guidelines and point system will be gone over in the NHSDA Xtreme chapter meeting held at Xtreme Dance Center).   In addition, students must meet a minimum GPA requirement and demonstration of character, manifested through collaborative teamwork, motivation, and leadership in the many aspects of dance that may include choreography, performance, teaching and assisting.

How long does it take a Xtreme Student to earn the appropriate number of points for induction?

On average it takes about one full year to earn enough points (30 points) for induction at the high school age level for a serious, dedicated dance student.  A student who approaches dance on a more part-time basis may take up to two years to qualify for induction.  Students in both divisions of Xtreme Hip Hop and Jazz will reach induction faster than students in one division.

What does it cost?

There is a one-time induction fee of $43. 

    - Induction Fee

    - Gold Honor Pin

    - Blue/White honor cord

When are inductions held?

The Xtreme Chapter induction will be held at the annual Xtreme Dance Force banquet each year.  Those graduating before that time will get inducted sooner in the program but will still be acknowledged at the banquet.

Any questions may be sent to the chapter sponsor at jc@xtremedanceforce.com