We thought it would be interesting to ask our teen students to anonymously write down what THEY think we VALUE at The Dara Pierce Ballet Academy….
It was reassuring to read that our values are being sensed by our students… and we will continue our very best to uphold these values….
“The DPBA wants to create a safe place to escape from the stresses or worries of everyday life. They nurture and care for every student that they encounter. They don’t make students feel forced to do anything that they don’t want to, but still push us to be the best versions of ourselves that we can be.”
“The DPBA makes sure that everyone feels comfortable and included in class and they are always fair to everyone.”
“The DPBA values our wellbeing and happiness, participation, listening, technique and enthusiasm.”
“The DPBA helps students if they don’t know how to do something and they make sure that everyone feels included and that no one feels left out.”
“The DPBA creates a comfortable environment where students feel extremely safe and cared for and where they have a sense of community.”
“The DPBA values our happiness and that we enjoy class.”
“The DPBA values the wellbeing of its dancers, the quality of the technique and steps they teach, encouraging their dancers to improve and listening to them.”
“The DPBA values focusing on every student, the person as well as the dancer, inclusivity, having a solid foundation in our dancing, listening to the students and creating a welcoming environment.”
“The DPBA values all of its students and makes sure they are all included and improve their dancing each week. They make many students look forward to dancing and for me it is the highlight of my week!”
“The DPBA includes everyone and makes sure everyone is happy, comfortable and gets the same opportunities. They also treat everyone with respect and kindness and make everyone feel special. It’s always nice to be coming here on a bad day, it’s such a nice environment.”
“The DPBA values their students and teacher’s wellbeing, they give everyone an equal chance at their ballet training at a professional level of teaching. They look after their students and always include every person.”
“The DPBA values that we enjoy and learn to dance and that our health is good and that we are safe.”
“The DPBA values hard work, effort and enthusiasm and that you try your best, everyone has equal opportunities and they are also kind to everyone.”
“The DPBA makes the students feel safe, welcome and happy. We feel comfortable in class and we can talk to the teachers.”
“The DPBA values the wellbeing of their students, they are kind and thoughtful teachers who work really hard and would do anything to help their students.”
“The DPBA values that everyone tries to work to their full potential and that they enjoy coming to the school.”
“The DPBA values commitment, honesty, support, students trying their best, safety, comfort, enjoyment of dance and acceptance.”
“The DPBA values inclusivity and makes every individual shine in their own way. They are very accepting and supportive and students are not afraid to talk to the teachers. They value quality in regards to choreography and dance in general & I appreciate their attention to detail as teachers.”
“The DPBA values fairness and equality, participation, caring for their students, (not just about their dancing), creating a safe environment where students aren’t afraid to speak out or ask questions.”
“The DPBA values the students, teaching the class, listening to us and making sure we are all having a good time while also learning.”
“The DPBA values equality – everyone is included and treated the same and everyone gets equal time. Safety – there is a safe environment for all students. Also honesty and kindness – the teachers are never mean and never shout.”
“The DPBA creates a safe place for its dancers to feel at home and escape from worries such as school and exams.”
