Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Dance: Proficient

Other Colorado Arts sets

Movement, Technique, and Performance DA.PR.1

  • 1

    Demonstrate developing dance technique, vocabulary, and skills in various styles with emerging artistic expression. DA.PR.1.1

    1. a

      Use a range of movement and vocabulary to demonstrate artistic expression.DA.PR.1.1.a

    2. b

      Demonstrate phrasing with and without musical accompaniment using various rhythms and sounds.DA.PR.1.1.b

    3. c

      Perform with others to establish relationships with dancers and the environment.DA.PR.1.1.c

  • 2

    Identify and apply anatomical principles and healthful practices to a range of technical dance skills.DA.PR.1.2

    1. a

      Evaluate and apply healthful strategies (e.g., nutrition, injury prevention, emotional health, overall functioning) and safe body-use practices that are essential for the dancer.DA.PR.1.2.a

    2. b

      Demonstrate anatomical terms (e.g., muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, joint articulations) as they relate to dance. Apply kinesthetic principles and various body systems.DA.PR.1.2.b

    3. c

      Demonstrate body coordination while moving (e.g., balance, coordination, flexibility, alignment, core strength).DA.PR.1.2.c

    4. d

      Explore movement that develops a wide range of motion, muscular flexibility, strength, and endurance. Explore different body conditioning techniques.DA.PR.1.2.d

  • 3

    Develop production strategies that correlate with performance intention.DA.PR.1.3

    1. a

      Create and apply personal goals to enhance performance strategies and practices.DA.PR.1.3.a

    2. b

      Collaborate with peers on rehearsal processes.DA.PR.1.3.b

    3. c

      Evaluate possible designs for the production elements of a performance and select and execute the ideas that would intensify and heighten the artistic intent of the dances.DA.PR.1.3.c

    4. d

      Model performance etiquette and performance practices during class, rehearsal, and performance.DA.PR.1.3.d

Create, Compose, and ChoreographDA.PR.2

  • 1

    Experiment with movement to explore personal preferences and possibilities through improvisation.DA.PR.2.1

    1. a

      Investigate individual connections with movement.DA.PR.2.1.a

    2. b

      Apply intermediate/advanced improvisational skills and techniques.DA.PR.2.1.b

    3. c

      Evaluate personal preferences and possibilities for movement.DA.PR.2.1.c

    4. d

      Adapt ideas to fit the needs of their group and community.DA.PR.2.1.d

  • 2

    Demonstrate creative processes both independently and with a group.DA.PR.2.2

    1. a

      Refine choreography collaboratively or independently based on artistic criteria, self-reflection, and the feedback of others.DA.PR.2.2.a

    2. b

      Analyze the process and the relationship between the stimuli and the movement.DA.PR.2.2.b

    3. c

      Analyze and evaluate impact of choices made in the revision process. DA.PR.2.2.c

Historical and Cultural ContextDA.PR.3

  • 1

    Arrange, perform, and critique era and culturally specific movement sequences.DA.PR.3.1

    1. a

      Discuss, embody, and describe dance technique and movement vocabulary specific to a culture. DA.PR.3.1.a

    2. b

      Recognize one’s own cultural, personal, and historical biases when analyzing dance from a culture different from one’s own.DA.PR.3.1.b

    3. c

      Identify commonalities and differences in dance technique and vocabulary across cultures. DA.PR.3.1.c

    4. d

      Use era and culturally specific themes and movements in creating sequences.DA.PR.3.1.d

  • 2

    Research and differentiate cultural and historical dance forms and traditions.DA.PR.3.2

    1. a

      Compare and contrast dance from different cultures across time.DA.PR.3.2.a

    2. b

      Analyze cultural traditions and historical eras as represented through dance.DA.PR.3.2.b

Reflect, Connect, and RespondDA.PR.4

  • 1

    Critique and respond to dance with awareness of vocabulary and technique.DA.PR.4.1

    1. a

      Respond to dances using appropriate language of movement and technical terminology.DA.PR.4.1.a

    2. b

      Reflect on personal connections to the dance.DA.PR.4.1.b

    3. c

      Analyze the structure, technique, and choreographic intent of the dance viewed.DA.PR.4.1.c

  • 2

    Demonstrate the connections between other art forms, school subjects, professions, and community roles with dance. DA.PR.4.2

    1. a

      Integrate the use of school subjects such as music, visual art, language arts, math, science, and others and in dance.DA.PR.4.2.a

    2. b

      Investigate career opportunities integrating dance with the surrounding communities.DA.PR.4.2.b

    3. c

      Articulate connections between dance and their social activities and communities.DA.PR.4.2.c

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Dance - Colorado Academic Standards - Adopted 2022

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