February: Splash Into Summer
February’s issue looks forward to the long hot days of summer. Its pages are packed with stories and tips to help teachers use these traditionally sluggish summertime months to educate, invigorate, and rejuvenate themselves and their students. Plus: Our annual roundup of summertime teacher-training programs

March/April: Modern & Tap Dance
We devote this issue to tap and modern dance—two beloved staples of dance tradition in the U.S. Teacher profiles, style overviews, innovative programs, and tips on starting new programs make our modern- and tap-dance issue indispensable for teachers and studio owners who want to strengthen or expand their school’s program. Plus: Our annual listing of tap festivals in the U.S. and abroad

May/June: Inspiration
Our May/June issue is brimming with stories that will move and inspire readers—programs that bring dance to places it’s needed most; teachers who passionately share their love of the art; and dancers and teachers with differences who find ways to move and get others moving. Plus: Books and DVDs to stir the soul

July: Business Bonanza & Holiday Shows
Minding their business—and making it work! From nonprofits to networking to grant writing, this issue brings a wealth of business ideas and advice. And holiday planning can’t start too soon. We’ll look at ways to cook up great holiday shows and get teachers’ minds whirling ahead to December. Plus: Our annual “All Decked Out” feature of new holiday costumes and backdrops

September: Competitions & Conventions
Readers depend on our competitions and conventions issue to find the right off-site educational experiences for their students. September’s issue offers competition and conventions options, behind-the-scene stories, how-to, planning, and more. Plus: Inside scoop: our annual Q&A with competition directors

October: Recital Roundup
Recital magic isn’t magic, and it doesn’t happen by accident. Pulling off a great recital takes experience, knowledge, and inspiration. Teachers and directors can find all three in this issue, with an abundance of organizational advice, problem-solving tips, and innovative ideas. Plus: Costumes and props that add pizzazz and professionalism to any recital

November: Creativity
November’s issue aims to light readers’ creative fires with stories about daring new dance enterprises, audacious artistic ventures, innovative approaches to teaching and choreographing, and more. Plus: Grab bag of new products

December: Hip-Hop & Jazz Dance
Our hip-hop and jazz dance issue puts the spotlight on two American-born forms whose worldwide popularity and influence is booming. December’s stories provide historical perspective, offer new insights, and show teachers how to harness the amazing energy jazz and hip-hop generate to enhance their studios’ visibility and revenue. Plus: Dance competitions/conventions at a glance