The National Dance Education Organization envisions a nation that affords every citizen equal access and opportunity to quality dance arts education regardless of gender, age, race or culture, socio-economic status, ability or interest.

The National Honor Society for Dance Arts™ (NHSDA), a program of the National Dance Education Organization, recognizes exceptional artistic merit, leadership, and academic achievement in dance students across K-12 and collegiate levels. With over 1,000 chapters nationwide, it fosters a deep appreciation for dance as a prestigious art form.

The National Core Arts Standards (NCAS) are guidelines that shape arts education in the U.S. across five disciplines: dance, media arts, music, theatre, and visual arts. They focus on four key processes—creating, performing/presenting, responding, and connecting—to help students develop artistic skills and literacy. These standards provide a framework for educators to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and meaningful connections through the arts.

The NCAS Dance at a Glance document is a quick-reference guide to the National Core Arts Standards for dance, highlighting key processes, anchor standards, and goals for dance education.

Dance/USA champions an inclusive and equitable dance field by leading, convening, advocating, and supporting individuals and organizations. Dance/USA’s core programs are focused in the areas of engagement, advocacy, research, and preservation.