All practice videos are posted in Canvas in the online Music Classroom. Letters have been sent home regarding suggested costuming, and pictures of costume suggestions are posted on the office windows and here. The festival includes all students and is held outside on the basketball courts. Volunteers to help set up and clean up the area would be greatly appreciated.  All videos are in the public domain and are meant for educational purposes.

2026 Costume Suggestions or Ideas for Dance Festival

All Grades

Please wear shoes appropriate for P.E. with all costumes. 

Kindergarten: Ecuador

Girls: Full, colorful, ruffled skirt, short-sleeved white blouse with embroidered designs on the neckline if possible.

Boys: White or black slacks or jeans, a brightly colored shirt or scarf over their shoulders. Hats are optional.

1st grade: England

Girls and Boys: Wear King and Queen like outfits. Paper crowns will be provided as an option.

2nd grade: Japan

Girls and Boys: Solid colored robe with wide belt or large solid colored shirt with wide belt. This is to be like a Kimono robe. If you have one great, if not find something that could work like a Kimono.

3rd grade: Kenya

Girls and Boys: Brightly colored African attire.

4th grade: Israel

Girls and Boys: A simple bright blue and white outfit to represent the colors of the flag from Israel.

5th Grade – England

Dance: North Skelton Sword Dance

Girls:  Colorful long skirt to the knees with a white blouse and a vest or shawl. Shoes appropriate for P.E.

Boys: Plain white shirt with a dark-colored vest and dark blue or black jeans. Shoes appropriate for P.E.