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NCDEO is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Ashley Cartledge Inclusive Dance Education Scholarship! We invite eligible applicants to review the scholarship information and submit an application. The Ashley Cartledge Inclusive Dance Education Scholarship reflects NCDEO’s commitment to supporting and investing in inclusive dance education across North Carolina. Learn more about the scholarship, review application details, and apply here: APPLY FOR THE A

Deepen Your Knowledge: Elevate Your Teaching: Jazz Dance Workshop for Educators July 16th-19th 2026 at UNC Greensboro. Join us for an exhilarating Jazz Dance Workshop designed specifically for all dance educators eager to refine their teaching methodologies, expand their movement vocabulary, and deepen their understanding of jazz dance pedagogy. This dynamic program offers a comprehensive exploration of musicality, movement quality, and progressive lesson planning, equipping

This award acknowledges a dance educator in K-12, Higher Education or Independent Sector who holds a current NDEO professional or institutional membership . Nominees should exemplify excellence in dance education and the values of NCDEO. Applications close on Friday, January 23rd. The recipients will be invited to join us at the North Carolina Dance Education Conference at Elon University on Saturday, February 21, 2026 to receive these awards. AWARD CRITERIA APPLICAT