History

Special Dance Company was founded in 1971 by a physical education and health teacher, Ms. Janet Hicks. She directed the company for 25 years.

Tricia Benn a former Special Dance Company and Columbia graduate directed the company as a consultant alongside Toni Martinez for 3 years.

Mrs. Kandice N. Point-Du-Jour is honored to carry this legacy and cultivate each student as their own artist for the past 21 years. Under Mrs. Point-Du-Jour, the company has expanded into a full-time program and has birthed dance elective classes at CHS.

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