Make Dance Education a Right of Every Child at any level of schooling.

We request that all children in The United States of America have as their right, access to quality dance education at all levels of schooling. Multiple research studies have shown the benefits of dancing for children from elementary to high school levels. Dance gives children more awareness of their bodies and more control, more respect and understanding for each other, and a broader level of education. The health benefits of dancing, that extend well beyond the childhood years, are also well-documented. This petition is in accordance with The Child's Bill of Rights in Dance, compiled by the National Dance Education Organization (NDEO). We are however independent citizens and parents unrelated to the NDEO or any other organization.