NYSDEA is a non-profit organization, incorporated in New York State. An autonomous membership organization, NYSDEA is affiliated with the National Dance Education Organization (NDEO) and is recognized by the New York State Department of Education. NYSDEA strengthens the network of dance educators nationally, locally, and within the state. NYSDEA welcomes:
- Dance Education professionals
- Students
- Institutions
We seek to serve a broad constituency including:
- Private sector
- PreK-12 public and private schools
- Higher education
- Professional company educational outreach
- School and arts administrators
- Not-for-profit and for-profit organizations, e.g., corporations, businesses and foundations that support dance.
The many invaluable benefits of membership for this broad constituency include:
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Networking with others across the state and nationally
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Membership in NDEO
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The Journal of Dance Education, a national peer review publication
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Annual National NDEO Conferences
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Regional New York State workshops
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NYSDEA website for information sharing
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National Honor Society for students 11 – 18 years of age
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A voice in developing NYS dance policy and curricular issues