Think Twice
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 12/24/07
There are many good dance schools in the Wilmington area, so think twice before choosing one. Do your research. Ask a lot of questions. Talk to as many parents from as many studios as possible. Ask your daughter or son to visit, and identify the personality characteristics and behaviour of the star pupil(s). This is a strong indicator of the staff's teaching and placement priorites, and it determines the social atmosphere in the school. Be aware that the First State Ballet Theatre is one of the schools that is strictly for families whose intention is to further their child's professional ballet career. If your child has other life passions (education, service, travel, etc.), and is unwilling to forsake them, consider other studios where his/her dedication, loyalty, and hard work in the studio will be valued and respected.