Ormeau Woods SHS's Dance Department have an established extra-curricular program known as the Ormeau Woods SHS Dance Team. Each year, students from Years 7-12 are encouraged to audition for the team and represent their school in public performances. Performances in the past have included but are not limited to: Brisbane Eisteddfod, BPAC, Beenleigh Eisteddfod, Gold Coast Eisteddfod, Dance Ed in the Spotlight, Ormeau Fair and our very own Ormeau Woods Annual Dance Showcase.
In addition to our countless accolades, including 'Best Overall High School' - the true success of the program can be conveyed through the words of one of our Graduate Dance Captains:
The Ormeau Woods SHS Dance Team provided me with so many amazing opportunities and experiences. I first joined the Junior Dance Team in 2017 as a year 7 student, and absolutely fell in love with the environment, returning each year. During this time I also successfully auditioned to be part of the Senior Team, which challenged me and allowed me to learn from the older students who were my role models. The sperate Junior and Senior programs enabled me as a Junior student to gain insight into what was required to be a leader, whilst giving me the motivation and determination to become a Dance captain myself one day. I successfully achieved Dance Captain in both Years 11 and 12. Through this, I was able to learn and extend my ability in leadership, choreography, organisation and teaching. With the guidance of my teachers, I developed my communication skills, understood how to pattern and format routines, became part of audition selection panels and gained the most amazing connections with each and every team member from years 7 to 12. After graduating and reflecting on my High School years, I can proudly say that the memories, bonds and friendships created through the Dance Team will stay in my heart forever.
For further information about how to join our Dance Team please contact the Lead Teachers below:
Jessica Reilly - jlrei0@eq.edu.au