06/10/2026
Thank you sweet families for celebrating this LIVE OUT LOUD night with us.
The room last night couldn't hold your energy and sweet positive spirit.
You were not cheering for just your dancer...you were straight-up cheering out of control for every dancer on stage which created this beautiful bubble of joy for all us backstage.
Thank you for being "those people" who have the audacity to LIVE OUT LOUD and CHEER OUT LOUD. ๐
THANK YOU...
To our MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL DANCERS for your precious gift of supporting your "little dance sisters" by keeping them safe, entertained, ready and in great spirits during the entire process of rehearsals, tech, and Show night. Your charitable spirit does not go unnoticed. I am so proud and so grateful for you.
- Kelly Smith & Michele Cozart- 13 years of full back-stage support is A LOT to ask for. I'm not sure why you do what you do, but I am eternally grateful.
- Theresa Stoker & Sherri Ernst- I couldn't do this without you. Thank you for your invaluable friendship, your unconditional support and keeping our HOUSE OF DANCE organized.
- Shaun Lucas & Shaun Stoker- How is it that you are always the last ones to leave? (Eternally grateful).
- Jodi Rice Farr- your creativity and compassion are my favorite. Thank you for your grace and your willingness to be a part of this crazy journey.
-Doug Jipp- You are made of something special. Thank you for always being willing to help.
-Jennifer Puhak- You come up with the most amazing creative designs to beautify our recitals. Thank you for the most beautiful LIVE OUT LOUD Lobby, your hugs and your giving heart.
-ALEXA, CAMILLE & PEYTON- It was such a gift to have you there. Thank you my sweet Alumni, for continuing to love us and supporting this HOD. It loves you right back.
-Jason Shields- We have great pictures, because we have a great photographer. You give more than is required...thank you for your amazing talents.
- Starfish Project Foundation & Joni Moreland- Thank you for inspiring us and educating us about all of the good you do through your non-profit organization. Our generous community of HOD families contributed a total of $1,585.00 in donations to continue your mission and the beautiful work you do in our community. We can't wait to hear more about Starfish Project in your new location.
- MY CO-WORKERS- Brock, Callie, Francois, Gena, Kylee, Michaela, Olivia & Whitney... you are the secret recipe that makes our HOUSE OF DANCE feel like Home. Thank you for going beyond "teaching dance". You have cared, inspired and armed our dancers with enough strength and confidence to show up for their dreams. Watching you work the room is a true privilege.
OUR SENIORS- Abby, Andrea, Cady Jo, Caroline, Lizzy, Madisynn, Maggie, Makenna, Skylar, Sofia, Sophia...you leave behind a legacy of authenticity and gentle hearts. Thank you for the beautiful gift you so kindly gave to me. I can't wait to take pictures with our new HOUSE OF DANCE camera (with non-blurry images).
To our precious SKYLAR...life throws us unfair curveballs sometimes. Thank you my sweet girl, for teaching us about resilience, teamwork and confidence. The invitation to come and perform for us anytime in the future is always open. We can't wait to watch your journey to full recovery. I love you so much.
This 2025-2026 Season of Dance might be over, but hopefully, the memories, the lessons, the friendships and the joy will stay in our hearts for a lifetime.