Jazz Dance/Science & Health (JD/SH): Since 2006, at no-cost to under-resourced Chicago Public Schools, GDC Company dancers have taught state-mandated curricula for nutrition, health, and science through dance-centric classroom activities in the 7-week JD/SH program. 

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Residencies: Giordano Dance Chicago enriches students' dance education through our residency programs, leaving a positive, lasting impact in the communities we serve. GDC has created exceptional partnerships with numerous presenters, public schools, colleges and universities both nationally and internationally. 

 

Free Ticket Program: Giordano Dance Chicago's Free Ticket Program gives 800 performance tickets to students and families from social service agencies, the JD/SH program, and other community partner organizations each year.

 

Scholarships: Youth Scholarships, NGCP® Certification Scholarships, College Mentorship Scholarships