The school is one of the most competitive and successful schools in the area, producing many championship dancers. The school trains students for both solo and team competitions. Many of the dancers have competed at National and International competitions. They have appeared on National TV as well as performed at Radio City, Carnegie Hall and on Broadway. Many have also danced with Riverdance and in Lord of the Dance.

Although a great deal of emphasis is on competition, many children dance for the culture, exercise and love of their art form. All classes are taught by either Marie or Frank or both together. The prime focus is that all children should be afforded the same opportunity to learn and improve regardless of their level of ability. The students in the school are given the individual attention they need to reach their potential. Like all other sports and activities, not all make it to the top. But we believe that each child should be given the chance to be the best they can be. We divide all our classes – placing each child in the class which is best suited for him or her.

The school is also involved in running fundraising events which is then allocated amongst the students. A good percentage of the funds come from our annual Feis held in March – The Garden State Feis. We also run a tricky tray event which is held at our annual Christmas Ceili. Here too the children are afforded the opportunity to perform in a non-competitive environment where family and friends can all attend and have a fun night out.

The funds are allocated to students to purchase material for their school costumes. It also helps defer costs for those students who travel to compete at National and International levels. The school also provides a year-end party where scholarships are awarded to the high school graduates who go on to attend college.

Year round the students perform at Nursing Homes, Hospitals, Weddings, parties etc. They also march in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and in the Memorial Day parade.

CODE OF CONDUCT AND RULES

Students are encouraged to treat their fellow classmates and their teachers with respect.

When students are competing, they should act in a courteous manner towards their
parents, their fellow classmates, their fellow competitors and towards their Teachers.
Students are encouraged to demonstrate good sportsmanship towards their fellow classmates and competitors and be supportive of one another in competition.

If students are placed in a particular class in the School, they must accept and
respect the decision of their teacher(s) and understand that each student in the
Marie Moore School is assessed and assigned to the class(es) the teachers deem
appropriate. We strive to give ALL our students the time and attention they require.
We also appreciate parents accepting all our decisions pertaining to their child(ren’s)
dancing. This also includes teams – students should accept the team they are
chosen to be in. Students and parents should understand that the teachers
take into consideration what is best for each student and each team as a
whole when making difficult decisions on teams.

Students and parents are encouraged to refrain from questioning teachers on
decisions regarding material give, team placement, changing classes or class
schedules and eligibility for shows/competitions etc.

Children are encouraged NOT to bring food to any of the studios we teach in.
If you must eat, please eat before Class if possible. Children may of course bring
a beverage of their choice.

PARKING IN SCOTCH PLAINS: please Park on the street at the side of the building
or in the parking lot next to the studio. It is written in our Lease Agreement that at
Scotch Plains location Parents can a pick up/drop-off ONLY. You cannot leave
your car in the parking lot for the entire class. We appreciate your
adhering to this request.

PLEASE DO NOT HAVE YOUR CHILD(REN) LEAVE ANY OF
THE STUDIOS UNTIL YOU ARRIVE – this includes waiting in parking lots or outside
the studio. Please come in to pick up your child. This is for the safety
and well-being of your child.

Students are responsible for attending ALL their scheduled classes.
If you miss classes due to illness, injury, vacation or other activities, YOU ARE STILL RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT - NO EXCEPTIONS!! Also, you are allowed
ONE make-up class per semester i.e. September-December,
January-March, April-June.

SCHOOL DRESS CODE

Students must abide by the following dress code:

Loose-fitting shorts - either cotton or Nylon – no sweatpants, jeans, cut-offs etc.

T-Shirt – no sleeveless tops/tanks, halterS, midriffs etc.
T-Shirts should not contain words that may be offensive or inappropriate

Socks must be worn with shoes and proper dance shoes MUST also be worn.
No child will be allowed dance in socks should they forget their shoes

Hair should be tied back and the fringe/bang clipped out of your face.

No cell phones in the classroom.

NO CHEWING GUM!!