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Decatur Community Dance Student Handbook 2024 Nutcracker Handbook Decatur Community Dance Our Mission The Decatur Community Dance DCD program is committed to providing the highest quality dance training in a professional but personal and friendly environment for children starting at age two to adult. Our noncompetitive approach to dance education develops attributes such as discipline selfconfidence improved learning skills selfesteem creativity selfexpression and imagination as well as an increased appreciation for dance and other art forms. We emphasize strong dance technique in all our classes throughout each stage of growth and development. Our goal is to instill not only a love for dancing in our students but also a sense of pride in their achievements that can serve them throughout their lifetime.