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The early years of teaching can be both exciting and challenging, having the right support can make all the difference. At NDEO we offer our members the opportunity to participate in the PK–12 Dance Teacher Mentorship Program as a member benefit! Applications to serve as a mentee, mentor, or mentorship support are now open through April 6th, 2026.

New educators will be able to connect with experienced mentors to build confidence, strengthen teaching practices, and foster a supportive professional community.

Interested in learning more? Join our upcoming info meeting to explore how you can get involved as a mentor, mentee, or mentorship supporter, and grow your impact in dance education. Join us on March 30th, 2026 at 8:00pm ET to learn more! Register in advance by clicking here.

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Apply to be a mentor, mentee, or mentorship supporter!

The program serves as a support system for PK-12 dance teachers with fewer than five years of experience (mentees) in the PK-12 field of dance education. It will also give dance teachers with five or more years of experience in PK-12 (mentors and mentorship supporters) an opportunity to reach out and assist new educators.

Apply by April 6th, 2026

Early access registration OPEN for Members

Non-member registration opens March 20th. Below are courses beginning on May 18, 2026.

• OPDI-120: Music Theory and Applications for the Dance Teacher
• OPDI-M2: Elements of Dance
• OPDI-M40: Building a Mission-Based Dance Studio

Interested in College Credits for OPDI Online Courses for Dance Teachers?

Learn all about how this opportunity from NDEO and Oakland University works at our upcoming information sessions! Two opportunities to join us for a Virtual Information Session with representatives from Oakland University and NDEO's OPDI program.

Join us Monday, Mar 30th at 7pm ET

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Induct Your Students

Now is a great time to induct your eligible NHDSA students in time for the end of the school year!

Before you check out , be sure to check out all the NHSDA merchandise we have to offer!

NDEO 2026 National Conference

SYNERGY: Uniting to Progress the Field of Dance Education

Thursday, September 24 - Sunday September 27, 2026

Albuquerque Convention Center Albuquerque, NM

Registration Opening Spring 2026

Plan Ahead!

While registration for conference isn't open just yet, you can start planning your conference travel now by booking your hotel room.

This year there are two hotels to choose from, follow the link below to learn all about the hotel options for Conference 2026.

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