February 2024 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Ellana Bardo for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Ellana is 6 years old. She is a first grader at Coudersport Elementary.
Favorite school subject: Art
Favorite color: Blue.
Favorite food: Soup
When she isn’t dancing, she likes to practice cartwheels, play board games, and play with her twin brother William. In the summer, she loves to play outside on the slip-n'slide. This is Ellana’s fourth year dancing at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Acro; she loves practicing at home and is currently working on her frog head stand.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Teacher
Why do you love to dance?
“Because it makes me happy, stretches my muscles, helps me grow strong, and makes my brain work.”
Favorite Movie: Yes Day
Favorite Princess: Cinderella
Ellana has two dogs, Stella and Lulu, and a twin brother, William.
January 2024 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Brooklynn Little for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Brooklynn is 10 years old. She is a 5th grader at Woodland Elementary.
Favorite school subject: English and Reading
Favorite color: Baby Blue
Favorite food: Walking Tacos
When she isn’t dancing, she likes to paint, color, and dance at home. This is Brooklynn’s second year dancing at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Acro, “because I get to do and learn fun tricks.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Teacher
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I get to be myself and just dance.”
Favorite Movie: Turning Red
Brooklynn has one brother, Marque, and three sisters, Lilly, Kyah, and Abriella.
Congratulations to Brooklynn Little for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Brooklynn is 10 years old. She is a 5th grader at Woodland Elementary.
Favorite school subject: English and Reading
Favorite color: Baby Blue
Favorite food: Walking Tacos
When she isn’t dancing, she likes to paint, color, and dance at home. This is Brooklynn’s second year dancing at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Acro, “because I get to do and learn fun tricks.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Teacher
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I get to be myself and just dance.”
Favorite Movie: Turning Red
Brooklynn has one brother, Marque, and three sisters, Lilly, Kyah, and Abriella.
January 2024 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Scarlett Clary for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Scarlett is 9 years old. She is a 4th grader at Coudersport Elementary.
Favorite school subject: Art
Favorite color: Light Pink
Favorite food: Taco Salad
When Scarlett isn’t dancing, she likes to draw and color. Build snowmen and ice sculptures in the winter, and swim in the summer. This is Scarlett’s third year of dance and her first year at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Ballet. She really enjoys the recitals.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Teacher
Why do you love to dance?
“Because it makes me happy, builds my confidence, and makes me strong.”
Favorite Movie: Tangled
Sport: Basketball
Scarlett has a turtle named Pal and a dog named Tommy.
Congratulations to Scarlett Clary for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Scarlett is 9 years old. She is a 4th grader at Coudersport Elementary.
Favorite school subject: Art
Favorite color: Light Pink
Favorite food: Taco Salad
When Scarlett isn’t dancing, she likes to draw and color. Build snowmen and ice sculptures in the winter, and swim in the summer. This is Scarlett’s third year of dance and her first year at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Ballet. She really enjoys the recitals.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Teacher
Why do you love to dance?
“Because it makes me happy, builds my confidence, and makes me strong.”
Favorite Movie: Tangled
Sport: Basketball
Scarlett has a turtle named Pal and a dog named Tommy.
November 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Violet Torrey for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Violet is 4 years old. She loves reading. Her favorite colors are Pink and Purple. Her favorite food is Carrot Chips. When she isn’t dancing, she likes to play with her stuffed animals, pretend they are real, and go to Grandma's. She loves going to the barn to feed the Cows and calves, "Feed Cakes.” This is Violet’s second year of dance at EOM. She loves both ballet and tap. She said her favorite dance step is a Plie, “it means to bend.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Veterinarian
Why do you love to dance?
“Dance makes me feel happy; I love dancing.”
Favorite Princess: Ariel
Favorite Movie: Paw Patrol
Favorite Superhero: Chase from Paw Patrol
Violet has 4 cats: Mouse, Tom, Big, and Jack, and 2 dogs: Luke and Vader.
Congratulations to Violet Torrey for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Violet is 4 years old. She loves reading. Her favorite colors are Pink and Purple. Her favorite food is Carrot Chips. When she isn’t dancing, she likes to play with her stuffed animals, pretend they are real, and go to Grandma's. She loves going to the barn to feed the Cows and calves, "Feed Cakes.” This is Violet’s second year of dance at EOM. She loves both ballet and tap. She said her favorite dance step is a Plie, “it means to bend.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Veterinarian
Why do you love to dance?
“Dance makes me feel happy; I love dancing.”
Favorite Princess: Ariel
Favorite Movie: Paw Patrol
Favorite Superhero: Chase from Paw Patrol
Violet has 4 cats: Mouse, Tom, Big, and Jack, and 2 dogs: Luke and Vader.
November 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Lily Marzo for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lily is 5 years old. She is a kindergartener at Coudersport Elementary. Her favorite time at school is recess. Lily’s favorite color is purple. Her favorite food is spaghetti with meatballs. When she isn’t dancing, she likes to play with her toys and friends. In the winter, she loves to play in the snow. This is Lily’s third year dancing at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Tap, “because they make fun sounds.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A Teacher
Why do you love to dance?
“Because I like to learn.”
Favorite Movie: Home Alone
Favorite Princess: Bell
Lily doesn’t have any pets at home, but her grandma has a dog named Noel.
Congratulations to Lily Marzo for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lily is 5 years old. She is a kindergartener at Coudersport Elementary. Her favorite time at school is recess. Lily’s favorite color is purple. Her favorite food is spaghetti with meatballs. When she isn’t dancing, she likes to play with her toys and friends. In the winter, she loves to play in the snow. This is Lily’s third year dancing at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Tap, “because they make fun sounds.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A Teacher
Why do you love to dance?
“Because I like to learn.”
Favorite Movie: Home Alone
Favorite Princess: Bell
Lily doesn’t have any pets at home, but her grandma has a dog named Noel.
October 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Emryn Kightlinger for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Emryn is 5 years old. She is in Pre-K at Coudersport Elementary. Her favorite subject is Dance. Emryn’s favorite color is Purple & Pink. Her favorite food is Pepperoni Pizza. When she isn’t at dance she likes to play with her Barbie's. In the winter she loves to play in the snow and swing in the Summer. Emryn has been dancing at EOM for 3 years. Her favorite styles are Tap & Ballet “because I like Miss Margaret.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A teacher
Why do you love to dance?
“Because we get to dance.”
Favorite Princess: Elsa
Favorite Movie: Frozen
Favorite Superhero: “I don’t like superheroes.”
Emryn has 1 dog named Ollie.
Congratulations to Emryn Kightlinger for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Emryn is 5 years old. She is in Pre-K at Coudersport Elementary. Her favorite subject is Dance. Emryn’s favorite color is Purple & Pink. Her favorite food is Pepperoni Pizza. When she isn’t at dance she likes to play with her Barbie's. In the winter she loves to play in the snow and swing in the Summer. Emryn has been dancing at EOM for 3 years. Her favorite styles are Tap & Ballet “because I like Miss Margaret.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A teacher
Why do you love to dance?
“Because we get to dance.”
Favorite Princess: Elsa
Favorite Movie: Frozen
Favorite Superhero: “I don’t like superheroes.”
Emryn has 1 dog named Ollie.
October 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Emma Palumbo for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Emma is 9 years old. She is a 3rd grader at Woodland Elementary. Her favorite subject is Science. Emma’s favorite color is Red. Her favorite food is Banana Pudding. When she isn’t at dance she likes to listen to music, hang out with her sister, have snowball fights in the winter and swim in the summer. This is Emma’s second year at EOM, she is enrolled in Hip-Hop and Jazz. Her favorite style of dance is Jazz, because “I think the moves are cool and I like the music.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“The President.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I think dance is fun.”
Emma has two cats, Poppy and Posie and dog named Fin. Her favorite movie is Harry Potter.
Congratulations to Emma Palumbo for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Emma is 9 years old. She is a 3rd grader at Woodland Elementary. Her favorite subject is Science. Emma’s favorite color is Red. Her favorite food is Banana Pudding. When she isn’t at dance she likes to listen to music, hang out with her sister, have snowball fights in the winter and swim in the summer. This is Emma’s second year at EOM, she is enrolled in Hip-Hop and Jazz. Her favorite style of dance is Jazz, because “I think the moves are cool and I like the music.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“The President.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I think dance is fun.”
Emma has two cats, Poppy and Posie and dog named Fin. Her favorite movie is Harry Potter.
September 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Cameron Spencer for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Cameron is 7 years old. She a 2nd grader at Coudersport Elementary. Her favorite subject is Art. Cameron’s favorite color is Teal. Her favorite food is Chinese Rice. When she isn’t at dance she likes to practice cartwheels and make art. In the summer she likes to go to the park and her friend’s house; and go sledding in the winter. This is Cameron’s 2nd year of dance at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Hip-Hop “I like the free dance time.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Artist.
Why do you love to dance?
“I can be with my friends and dance with them.”
Favorite Movie: Elemental “I like the songs.”
Favorite Princess: Moana
Cameron has a dog named Addy.
“I sing from my heart, and everybody is free.” - Cameron
Congratulations to Cameron Spencer for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Cameron is 7 years old. She a 2nd grader at Coudersport Elementary. Her favorite subject is Art. Cameron’s favorite color is Teal. Her favorite food is Chinese Rice. When she isn’t at dance she likes to practice cartwheels and make art. In the summer she likes to go to the park and her friend’s house; and go sledding in the winter. This is Cameron’s 2nd year of dance at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Hip-Hop “I like the free dance time.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Artist.
Why do you love to dance?
“I can be with my friends and dance with them.”
Favorite Movie: Elemental “I like the songs.”
Favorite Princess: Moana
Cameron has a dog named Addy.
“I sing from my heart, and everybody is free.” - Cameron
September 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Dakota Coleman for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Dakota is 6 years old. She is a Kindergartner at Woodland Elementary. Her favorite time at school is Recess. Dakota’s favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Chicken Nuggets. When she isn’t at dance she likes to color and make crafts. This is Dakota’s 3rd year dancing at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Tap, “The shoes are super easy to get on and because it makes a lot of noise.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“Ballet Teacher.”
Why do you love to dance?
“Because it is so much fun, and I get to move my body.”
Favorite Movie: Super Mario Bros.
Favorite Animal: Unicorn
Dakota loves sparkles and glitter. She has a little brother named Grant.
Thank you for being my ballet teacher.” - Dakota
Congratulations to Dakota Coleman for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Dakota is 6 years old. She is a Kindergartner at Woodland Elementary. Her favorite time at school is Recess. Dakota’s favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Chicken Nuggets. When she isn’t at dance she likes to color and make crafts. This is Dakota’s 3rd year dancing at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Tap, “The shoes are super easy to get on and because it makes a lot of noise.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“Ballet Teacher.”
Why do you love to dance?
“Because it is so much fun, and I get to move my body.”
Favorite Movie: Super Mario Bros.
Favorite Animal: Unicorn
Dakota loves sparkles and glitter. She has a little brother named Grant.
Thank you for being my ballet teacher.” - Dakota
May 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Lila Bolles for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Congratulations to Lila Bolles for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
May 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Kay Ramsey for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Kay is 10 years old. She will be a 5th grader at Woodland Elementary. Her favorite subject is Math. Kay’s favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Mac & Cheese. When she isn’t at dance, she loves to make bracelets, dance and cheer. This is Kay’s 6th year at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Hip-Hop, because “I like to dance fast.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Dance Teacher
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I can express myself when it is hard to talk.”
“I AM SO HAPPY!” – Kay
“Kay is growing everyday as a dancer. She has had the chance to try lots of different styles of dance and enjoys them all. She is a wonderful student” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Kay Ramsey for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Kay is 10 years old. She will be a 5th grader at Woodland Elementary. Her favorite subject is Math. Kay’s favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Mac & Cheese. When she isn’t at dance, she loves to make bracelets, dance and cheer. This is Kay’s 6th year at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Hip-Hop, because “I like to dance fast.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Dance Teacher
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I can express myself when it is hard to talk.”
“I AM SO HAPPY!” – Kay
“Kay is growing everyday as a dancer. She has had the chance to try lots of different styles of dance and enjoys them all. She is a wonderful student” – Ms. Margaret
April 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Savannah Halle for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Savannah Shay Halle is 5 years old. She is a Kindergartner at Coudersport Elementary. She loves learning and working on her alphabet. Savannah’s favorite color is pink & purple. Her favorite food is Pizza. When she isn’t at dance she loves playing with her mom, swimming, and camping. This is Savannah’s first year at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Ballet, because “I LOVE IT.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“Work with my mom.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because it’s so fun.”
Savannah’s favorite princess is Ariel. Her favorite person is Daddy. Her favorite movie is The Little Mermaid.
“Savannah is always full of smiles. She worked very hard in class and was always a good listener” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Savannah Halle for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Savannah Shay Halle is 5 years old. She is a Kindergartner at Coudersport Elementary. She loves learning and working on her alphabet. Savannah’s favorite color is pink & purple. Her favorite food is Pizza. When she isn’t at dance she loves playing with her mom, swimming, and camping. This is Savannah’s first year at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Ballet, because “I LOVE IT.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“Work with my mom.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because it’s so fun.”
Savannah’s favorite princess is Ariel. Her favorite person is Daddy. Her favorite movie is The Little Mermaid.
“Savannah is always full of smiles. She worked very hard in class and was always a good listener” – Ms. Margaret
April 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Lily Oliver for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lily Oliver is 10 years old. She is a 5th grader at Coudersport Elementary. Her favorite subject is Reading/Writing. Lily’s favorite color is light purple. Her favorite food is pulled pork sandwich. When she isn’t at dance she loves dancing at home, baking, camping, and art. This is Lily’s 7th year at EOM. She takes Ballet, Tap, Contemporary and Acro. Her favorite style of dance is Acro, because “I like to tumble and do tricks.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“A doctor or teacher.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because of the confidence and strength it’s given me.”
“Watching Lily grow over the past seven years has been wonderful. She is growing into a beautiful dancer and I am so proud of all she has accomplished so far. She works hard in and out of class.”– Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Lily Oliver for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lily Oliver is 10 years old. She is a 5th grader at Coudersport Elementary. Her favorite subject is Reading/Writing. Lily’s favorite color is light purple. Her favorite food is pulled pork sandwich. When she isn’t at dance she loves dancing at home, baking, camping, and art. This is Lily’s 7th year at EOM. She takes Ballet, Tap, Contemporary and Acro. Her favorite style of dance is Acro, because “I like to tumble and do tricks.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“A doctor or teacher.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because of the confidence and strength it’s given me.”
“Watching Lily grow over the past seven years has been wonderful. She is growing into a beautiful dancer and I am so proud of all she has accomplished so far. She works hard in and out of class.”– Ms. Margaret
March 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Lincoln Wetzel for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lincoln is 6 years old. He is a Kindergartener at the Austin Area School District. His favorite subject is STEM. Lincolns favorite color is orange. His favorite food is Mac & Cheese from Sheetz. When he isn’t at dance he loves playing with Jax, watching Sponge Bob Square Pants & reading. This is his 1st year of dance. His favorite style of dance is Ballet, “because the shoes don’t hurt my feet. I like the dancing.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A YouTuber
Why do you love to dance?
“Dance is fun. It also helps me to be active and makes me stronger.”
“Lynkoln is a joy to teach, he is very attentive and works very hard in class.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Lincoln Wetzel for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lincoln is 6 years old. He is a Kindergartener at the Austin Area School District. His favorite subject is STEM. Lincolns favorite color is orange. His favorite food is Mac & Cheese from Sheetz. When he isn’t at dance he loves playing with Jax, watching Sponge Bob Square Pants & reading. This is his 1st year of dance. His favorite style of dance is Ballet, “because the shoes don’t hurt my feet. I like the dancing.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A YouTuber
Why do you love to dance?
“Dance is fun. It also helps me to be active and makes me stronger.”
“Lynkoln is a joy to teach, he is very attentive and works very hard in class.” – Ms. Margaret
February 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Chloe Darr for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Chloe Darr is 12 years old. She is a 6th grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite subject is Reading. Chloe’s favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Chicken Alfredo. When she isn’t at dance she loves to read, paint, and go fishing. This is Chloe’s fifth year dancing at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Tap, “because that is my strongest.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“A doctor.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because it is something I am good at.” - Chloe
“I wish to dance all through high school.” – Chloe
“Chloe is a wonderful student and dancer. I have enjoyed watching her grow over the past 5 years and look forward to watching continue her dance journey.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Chloe Darr for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Chloe Darr is 12 years old. She is a 6th grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite subject is Reading. Chloe’s favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Chicken Alfredo. When she isn’t at dance she loves to read, paint, and go fishing. This is Chloe’s fifth year dancing at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Tap, “because that is my strongest.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“A doctor.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because it is something I am good at.” - Chloe
“I wish to dance all through high school.” – Chloe
“Chloe is a wonderful student and dancer. I have enjoyed watching her grow over the past 5 years and look forward to watching continue her dance journey.” – Ms. Margaret
January 2023 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Mackenzie Hooftallen for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Mackenzie is 18 years old. She is a Senior at Cameron County High School. Her favorite subject is Living & Learning. Kenzie’s favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Little Cesar’s Pizza. When she isn’t at dance she is cleaning, reading, hunting, fishing, watching TV shows and spending time with family. This is Kenzie’s 10th year at EOM. In her 10 years of dance she has tried every style EOM has offered. She has dedicated most of her dance education to Tap, Hip-Hop, Baton & Contemporary. Kenzie’s favorite style of dance is Hip-Hop because, “It is a way to express myself and you can add your own style. I like moving to the beat of the music.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“I want to be a state trooper. I am attending IUP once I graduate to major in Criminal Justice.”
Why do you love to dance?
What does dance mean to you and why do you love it?
“Dance means the world to me. Every time I come to dance class; I forget all my problems in the world. It’s my getaway. I love dance because it gives me a way to express myself.”
“Mackenzie is an absolute joy to teach. I have had the wonderful pleasure of watching her grow into the young lady and dancer she is today. I am so proud of her accomplishment. She has grown into a beautiful dancer. I can't wait to see her next chapter.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Mackenzie Hooftallen for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Mackenzie is 18 years old. She is a Senior at Cameron County High School. Her favorite subject is Living & Learning. Kenzie’s favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Little Cesar’s Pizza. When she isn’t at dance she is cleaning, reading, hunting, fishing, watching TV shows and spending time with family. This is Kenzie’s 10th year at EOM. In her 10 years of dance she has tried every style EOM has offered. She has dedicated most of her dance education to Tap, Hip-Hop, Baton & Contemporary. Kenzie’s favorite style of dance is Hip-Hop because, “It is a way to express myself and you can add your own style. I like moving to the beat of the music.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“I want to be a state trooper. I am attending IUP once I graduate to major in Criminal Justice.”
Why do you love to dance?
What does dance mean to you and why do you love it?
“Dance means the world to me. Every time I come to dance class; I forget all my problems in the world. It’s my getaway. I love dance because it gives me a way to express myself.”
“Mackenzie is an absolute joy to teach. I have had the wonderful pleasure of watching her grow into the young lady and dancer she is today. I am so proud of her accomplishment. She has grown into a beautiful dancer. I can't wait to see her next chapter.” – Ms. Margaret
December 2022 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Ella Cummings for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Ella Cummings is 8 years old. She is a 3rd grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite subject is Math. Ella’s favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Pizza. When she isn’t at dance she loves to play outside, hang out with family, and play on the playground at school. This is Ella’s first year at EOM. She takes Acro & Hip-Hop. Her favorite style of dance is Hip-Hop, because “you get to move your arms a lot and legs.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“A math teacher.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because you get to experience other things.”
Ella has 2 siblings and 2 cats named Benny and Oscar.
“I am so happy to have Ella join EOM this year. She has a wonderful energy and really enjoys class and learning new things.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Ella Cummings for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Ella Cummings is 8 years old. She is a 3rd grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite subject is Math. Ella’s favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Pizza. When she isn’t at dance she loves to play outside, hang out with family, and play on the playground at school. This is Ella’s first year at EOM. She takes Acro & Hip-Hop. Her favorite style of dance is Hip-Hop, because “you get to move your arms a lot and legs.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“A math teacher.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because you get to experience other things.”
Ella has 2 siblings and 2 cats named Benny and Oscar.
“I am so happy to have Ella join EOM this year. She has a wonderful energy and really enjoys class and learning new things.” – Ms. Margaret
November 2022 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Brynlee Rettger for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Brynlee Rettger is 6 years old. She is a kindergartener at Woodland Elementary School. She loves learning her ABC’s, her favorite letter is B. Brynlee’s favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Spaghetti with sauce. When she isn’t at dance she likes to play with her barbies, go swimming in the summer and play UNO. This is Brynlee’s second year at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Tap, she loves working on her brush and spank step.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“A teacher.”
Why do you love to dance?
“Because of Ms. Margaret & Ms. Ali.”
Brynlee had a two dogs, Bandit & Molly; two cats, Henry & Fat Cat. Her favorite movie is Frozen and her favorite princess is Elsa. If she could go anywhere in the world she would go to North Carolina. And wishes she could dance every year.
“I’m so glad to have Brynlee back at dance this year. She works hard in class and is always excited to dance.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Brynlee Rettger for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Brynlee Rettger is 6 years old. She is a kindergartener at Woodland Elementary School. She loves learning her ABC’s, her favorite letter is B. Brynlee’s favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Spaghetti with sauce. When she isn’t at dance she likes to play with her barbies, go swimming in the summer and play UNO. This is Brynlee’s second year at EOM. Her favorite style of dance is Tap, she loves working on her brush and spank step.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“A teacher.”
Why do you love to dance?
“Because of Ms. Margaret & Ms. Ali.”
Brynlee had a two dogs, Bandit & Molly; two cats, Henry & Fat Cat. Her favorite movie is Frozen and her favorite princess is Elsa. If she could go anywhere in the world she would go to North Carolina. And wishes she could dance every year.
“I’m so glad to have Brynlee back at dance this year. She works hard in class and is always excited to dance.” – Ms. Margaret
October 2022 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Regan Taylor for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Regan Catherine Taylor is 11 years old. She is a 6th grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite subject is Math. Regan’s favorite color is Yellow. Her favorite food is Mac & Cheese. When she isn’t at dance she loves to dance at home, draw and play board games with her family. This is Regan’s third year at EOM. She first started dancing at EOM in 2015 and danced with EOM for 2 season. She took a hiatus from dance and joined Gymnastics and was a member of the competition team. She returned to dance last season. Regan takes Baton & Hip-Hop, “I really like Baton, because the tricks, it looks really awesome I also love Hip-Hop too because I like the funky style.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“I have always like the idea of becoming a Veterinarian but recently I have been wanting to be a nurse.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love to dance because it helps distract me from what is going on in my life. When I walk into this studio everything that isn’t dance is left outside.”
“Mrs. Margaret is the best dancer coach/teacher I’ve ever had. Over the past year she has taught me so much. She has taught me how to be confident and show my true self. I sued to get embarrassed when I danced in front of my friends, now I can dance comfortably.” – Regan
“I am so happy to have Regan return to dance. She has grown into a lovely young lady with a passion for dance and learning. She works hard both in and out of class. I can see her dedication and joy for dance in every move she makes.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Regan Taylor for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Regan Catherine Taylor is 11 years old. She is a 6th grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite subject is Math. Regan’s favorite color is Yellow. Her favorite food is Mac & Cheese. When she isn’t at dance she loves to dance at home, draw and play board games with her family. This is Regan’s third year at EOM. She first started dancing at EOM in 2015 and danced with EOM for 2 season. She took a hiatus from dance and joined Gymnastics and was a member of the competition team. She returned to dance last season. Regan takes Baton & Hip-Hop, “I really like Baton, because the tricks, it looks really awesome I also love Hip-Hop too because I like the funky style.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“I have always like the idea of becoming a Veterinarian but recently I have been wanting to be a nurse.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love to dance because it helps distract me from what is going on in my life. When I walk into this studio everything that isn’t dance is left outside.”
“Mrs. Margaret is the best dancer coach/teacher I’ve ever had. Over the past year she has taught me so much. She has taught me how to be confident and show my true self. I sued to get embarrassed when I danced in front of my friends, now I can dance comfortably.” – Regan
“I am so happy to have Regan return to dance. She has grown into a lovely young lady with a passion for dance and learning. She works hard both in and out of class. I can see her dedication and joy for dance in every move she makes.” – Ms. Margaret
September 2022 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Remi Hetrick for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Remi is 6 years old. She is a Kindergartener at Coudersport Elementary. Her favorite subject is Math. Remi’s favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Chicken and Dumplings. When she isn’t at dance she likes to play in her room, lay with her dogs, build snowman in the winger and swim in the summer. Remi has been dancing at EOM for 3 years. Her favorite style of dance is Tap “because we get to tap with shoes.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A teacher.
Why do you love to dance?
“It makes me happy and I get to see my friends.”
Remi has two sisters; Izzy & Sadie. She has five fish, two Wolly Bears (Taylor & Sparkle) and two dogs (Willow & Rosey). Her favorite princess is Jasmine and her favorite movie is Encanto. Remi has blue eyes.
“Remi is a wonderful student. Her personality shines in class. I can see how much she enjoys dancing.”
- Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Remi Hetrick for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Remi is 6 years old. She is a Kindergartener at Coudersport Elementary. Her favorite subject is Math. Remi’s favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Chicken and Dumplings. When she isn’t at dance she likes to play in her room, lay with her dogs, build snowman in the winger and swim in the summer. Remi has been dancing at EOM for 3 years. Her favorite style of dance is Tap “because we get to tap with shoes.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A teacher.
Why do you love to dance?
“It makes me happy and I get to see my friends.”
Remi has two sisters; Izzy & Sadie. She has five fish, two Wolly Bears (Taylor & Sparkle) and two dogs (Willow & Rosey). Her favorite princess is Jasmine and her favorite movie is Encanto. Remi has blue eyes.
“Remi is a wonderful student. Her personality shines in class. I can see how much she enjoys dancing.”
- Ms. Margaret
September 2022 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Paige Herzing for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Paige is 7 years old. She is a 2nd grader at Woodland Elementary. Her favorite achool subject is STEM. Paige’s favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Mac & Cheese Shells. When she isn’t at dance she likes to play outside with friends, build snowman in the winter, go to the pool in the summer and watch movies. This is Paige’s first year at EOM, she is taking Tap and Acro. Her favorite style of dance is Ballet, because “I like how it looks.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“I want to work at an animal shelter.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I learn new moves and it feels good.”
Paige has 4 cats, 1 dog and a brother. Her favorite princess is Belle. Her favorite movie is Elf on the Shelf and she is a very good artist.
“I am so happy to welcome Paige to our dance family. She has a great attitude in class and is eager to learn.”
- Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Paige Herzing for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Paige is 7 years old. She is a 2nd grader at Woodland Elementary. Her favorite achool subject is STEM. Paige’s favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Mac & Cheese Shells. When she isn’t at dance she likes to play outside with friends, build snowman in the winter, go to the pool in the summer and watch movies. This is Paige’s first year at EOM, she is taking Tap and Acro. Her favorite style of dance is Ballet, because “I like how it looks.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“I want to work at an animal shelter.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I learn new moves and it feels good.”
Paige has 4 cats, 1 dog and a brother. Her favorite princess is Belle. Her favorite movie is Elf on the Shelf and she is a very good artist.
“I am so happy to welcome Paige to our dance family. She has a great attitude in class and is eager to learn.”
- Ms. Margaret
April 2022 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Brynlee Ogden for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Brynlee is 6 years old and lives in Austin, PA. She is a 1st grader at Austin Area School. Her favorite subject is Reading. Brynlee’s favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Pizza. When she isn’t at dance she loves to swing, play on the monkey bars, color and make crafts, play T-ball, play with dolls, go to church, and pick flowers. This is Brynlee’s 2nd year of dance at EOM, but she has been dancing since she was a baby. Her favorite style of dance is Hip-Hop,
“I like the music and dance moves.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“I want to be a T-ball coach.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love to dance because it makes me happy.”
Brynlee’s favorite Disney princess is Elsa. Her favorite book, “The Invisible String,” Her favorite game “Uno Attack,” She loves to play dress-up, jump on her trampoline, play with her friends and snuggle with her mom.
“Brynlee has blossomed as a dancer this year. It has been so fun to watch her grow. I’m so happy to have her as a student and can’t wait to see her sparkle on stage.”
- Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Brynlee Ogden for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Brynlee is 6 years old and lives in Austin, PA. She is a 1st grader at Austin Area School. Her favorite subject is Reading. Brynlee’s favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Pizza. When she isn’t at dance she loves to swing, play on the monkey bars, color and make crafts, play T-ball, play with dolls, go to church, and pick flowers. This is Brynlee’s 2nd year of dance at EOM, but she has been dancing since she was a baby. Her favorite style of dance is Hip-Hop,
“I like the music and dance moves.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“I want to be a T-ball coach.”
Why do you love to dance?
“I love to dance because it makes me happy.”
Brynlee’s favorite Disney princess is Elsa. Her favorite book, “The Invisible String,” Her favorite game “Uno Attack,” She loves to play dress-up, jump on her trampoline, play with her friends and snuggle with her mom.
“Brynlee has blossomed as a dancer this year. It has been so fun to watch her grow. I’m so happy to have her as a student and can’t wait to see her sparkle on stage.”
- Ms. Margaret
March 2022 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Payton Cook for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Payton is 5 years old and lives in Emporium, PA. At pre-school she loves play-time. Payton’s favorite color is blue. Her favorite food is tacos. When she isn’t at dance she loves to play outside, building snowmen in the winter and playing with her sister. This is Payton’s 1st year of dance. Her favorite style of dance is Tap, “cause it’s my favorite.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“I don’t know, maybe a dancer.”
Why do you love to dance?
“Just cause I love dance class.”
Payton’s favorite Disney princesses are Anna & Elsa. Her favorite movie is “Beauty and the Beast.” She has 4 cats, a baby brother Eli and a big sister Karen.
“I am so happy to welcome Payton to our dance family this year. She is a wonderful dancer and student. I am excited to watch her grow as a dancer.”
- Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Payton Cook for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Payton is 5 years old and lives in Emporium, PA. At pre-school she loves play-time. Payton’s favorite color is blue. Her favorite food is tacos. When she isn’t at dance she loves to play outside, building snowmen in the winter and playing with her sister. This is Payton’s 1st year of dance. Her favorite style of dance is Tap, “cause it’s my favorite.”
What do you want to be when you grow up?
“I don’t know, maybe a dancer.”
Why do you love to dance?
“Just cause I love dance class.”
Payton’s favorite Disney princesses are Anna & Elsa. Her favorite movie is “Beauty and the Beast.” She has 4 cats, a baby brother Eli and a big sister Karen.
“I am so happy to welcome Payton to our dance family this year. She is a wonderful dancer and student. I am excited to watch her grow as a dancer.”
- Ms. Margaret
February 2022 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Chloe Darr for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Chloe is 11 years old and lives in Emporium, PA. She is a 5th grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is English. Chloe’s favorite color is light blue. Her favorite food is tacos. When Chloe isn’t at dance she loves fishing and playing basketball. This is Chloe’s 5th year of dance. Chloe currently takes Jazz, Tap & Baton. Her favorite style of dance is Hip-Hop, “Because it’s active and high energy.”
Chloe wants to be a doctor when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I get to be with my friends.”
Chloe has 8 pets and a niece and nephew.
“Chloe is a fantastic dancer. She works hard in class and is always striving to improve. She is a delight to teach. I’m very proud of her accomplishments”
- Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Chloe Darr for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Chloe is 11 years old and lives in Emporium, PA. She is a 5th grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is English. Chloe’s favorite color is light blue. Her favorite food is tacos. When Chloe isn’t at dance she loves fishing and playing basketball. This is Chloe’s 5th year of dance. Chloe currently takes Jazz, Tap & Baton. Her favorite style of dance is Hip-Hop, “Because it’s active and high energy.”
Chloe wants to be a doctor when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I get to be with my friends.”
Chloe has 8 pets and a niece and nephew.
“Chloe is a fantastic dancer. She works hard in class and is always striving to improve. She is a delight to teach. I’m very proud of her accomplishments”
- Ms. Margaret
January 2022 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Claire Larsen for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Claire is 8 years old and lives in Coudersport, PA. She is a 2nd grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Reading. Clair’s favorite color is yellow. Her favorite food is pasta. When Claire isn’t at dance she loves to cook at home. This is Claire’s 5th year of dance. Clair takes Tap and Hip-hop. Her favorite style of dance is Tap, why? “Because I like the noises it makes.” Claire wants to be a chef when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“It makes me feel confident and feel joy” – Claire (age 8)
“Claire is a wonderful student and I am so proud to be her teacher. She is a terrific tapper. She has really come into her own this year in Hip-Hop adding sass and attitude to her dancing.” - Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Claire Larsen for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Claire is 8 years old and lives in Coudersport, PA. She is a 2nd grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Reading. Clair’s favorite color is yellow. Her favorite food is pasta. When Claire isn’t at dance she loves to cook at home. This is Claire’s 5th year of dance. Clair takes Tap and Hip-hop. Her favorite style of dance is Tap, why? “Because I like the noises it makes.” Claire wants to be a chef when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“It makes me feel confident and feel joy” – Claire (age 8)
“Claire is a wonderful student and I am so proud to be her teacher. She is a terrific tapper. She has really come into her own this year in Hip-Hop adding sass and attitude to her dancing.” - Ms. Margaret
December 2021 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Allison Bricker for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Allison is 9 years old and lives in Emporium PA. She is a 3rd grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Math, she enjoys multiplications. Allison’s favorite color is blue. Her favorite food is spaghetti and meatballs. When Allison isn’t at dance she loves read, make jewelry and in the summer she participates in different sports. This is Allison’s 5th year of dance. Allison takes Baton and Hip-hop. Her favorite style of dance is Baton, why? “Because I like twirling, especially figure 8’s.” Allison wants to be a singer or actress when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“Because when I was little I watched Bella Dancerella and saw other kids dance and it inspired me to become a dancer. Dance makes me feel both calm and excited.” – Allison (age 9)
“Watching Allison grow over the past year as a dancer has been a delight. She works hard both inside and outside of dance class.” - Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Allison Bricker for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Allison is 9 years old and lives in Emporium PA. She is a 3rd grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Math, she enjoys multiplications. Allison’s favorite color is blue. Her favorite food is spaghetti and meatballs. When Allison isn’t at dance she loves read, make jewelry and in the summer she participates in different sports. This is Allison’s 5th year of dance. Allison takes Baton and Hip-hop. Her favorite style of dance is Baton, why? “Because I like twirling, especially figure 8’s.” Allison wants to be a singer or actress when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“Because when I was little I watched Bella Dancerella and saw other kids dance and it inspired me to become a dancer. Dance makes me feel both calm and excited.” – Allison (age 9)
“Watching Allison grow over the past year as a dancer has been a delight. She works hard both inside and outside of dance class.” - Ms. Margaret
November 2021 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Jovi Gross for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Jovi is 4 years old and lives in Coudersport, PA. She is a preschooler at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite activities at school are math shows and brain breaks. Jovi’s favorite color is blue. Her favorite food is Watermelon. When Jovi isn’t at dance she likes to paint, make snow angles in the winter and swim in the summer. This is Jovi’s 2nd year of dance. Jovi is enrolled in the Tiny Tumblers and Kinder Combo. Her favorite skills in Tiny Tumblers are roll through splits, forward rolls and monkey jumps. Jovi wants to be a doctor when she grows up. She has a doctor kit with a stethoscope at home she likes to play doctor with.
Why do you love to dance?
“Because it is fun.” – Jovi (age 4)
Jovi has a cat named Momo & dog named Dolly. She has fun with her brother Bryer. Her favorite princess is Cinderella, her favorite movie is Little Mermaid and her favorite son is Blue Mermaid.
“Jovi adds spark to dance class. She is fearless with a little bit of sass. She works very hard and has a wonderful memory. Jovi is a joy to teach.” - Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Jovi Gross for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Jovi is 4 years old and lives in Coudersport, PA. She is a preschooler at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite activities at school are math shows and brain breaks. Jovi’s favorite color is blue. Her favorite food is Watermelon. When Jovi isn’t at dance she likes to paint, make snow angles in the winter and swim in the summer. This is Jovi’s 2nd year of dance. Jovi is enrolled in the Tiny Tumblers and Kinder Combo. Her favorite skills in Tiny Tumblers are roll through splits, forward rolls and monkey jumps. Jovi wants to be a doctor when she grows up. She has a doctor kit with a stethoscope at home she likes to play doctor with.
Why do you love to dance?
“Because it is fun.” – Jovi (age 4)
Jovi has a cat named Momo & dog named Dolly. She has fun with her brother Bryer. Her favorite princess is Cinderella, her favorite movie is Little Mermaid and her favorite son is Blue Mermaid.
“Jovi adds spark to dance class. She is fearless with a little bit of sass. She works very hard and has a wonderful memory. Jovi is a joy to teach.” - Ms. Margaret
October 2021 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Olivia Gable for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Olivia is 7 years old and lives in Coudersport, PA. She is a 2nd grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Math. Olivia’s favorite color is light blue. Her favorite food is pizza with pepperoni. When Olivia isn’t at dance she likes to watch TV, swim in the summer, read and build snowmen in the winter. This is Olivia’s 2nd year of dance. She enjoys Ballet because she likes learning new steps. She just joined Acro and is excited to learn all the skills. Olivia wants to be a mother and teacher when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I get to see my friends and I get to do ballet stuff.” – Olivia (age 7)
Olivia has 3 siblings, a sister and 2 brothers. She moved to Coudy last year and said it is more fun than Buffalo.
“I am so pleased to have Olivia as part of our dance family. She is a beautiful ballerina. I can’t wait to see her grow as a dancer.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Olivia Gable for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Olivia is 7 years old and lives in Coudersport, PA. She is a 2nd grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Math. Olivia’s favorite color is light blue. Her favorite food is pizza with pepperoni. When Olivia isn’t at dance she likes to watch TV, swim in the summer, read and build snowmen in the winter. This is Olivia’s 2nd year of dance. She enjoys Ballet because she likes learning new steps. She just joined Acro and is excited to learn all the skills. Olivia wants to be a mother and teacher when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I get to see my friends and I get to do ballet stuff.” – Olivia (age 7)
Olivia has 3 siblings, a sister and 2 brothers. She moved to Coudy last year and said it is more fun than Buffalo.
“I am so pleased to have Olivia as part of our dance family. She is a beautiful ballerina. I can’t wait to see her grow as a dancer.” – Ms. Margaret
September 2021 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Ellana Bardo for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Ellana is 4 years old and lives in Coudersport, PA. She is in Pre-K at Parks Arks Preschool. Her favorite thing to do at school is make necklaces. Her favorite color is Yellow. Her favorite food is Soup. At home Ellana loves to play with mermaids and Barbie’s, “I like to dance like a ballerina,” and eat dinner. This is her second year of dance at EOM. Her favorite dance style is Ballet, “it makes me feel perfect and not cry,” and because “I like when Ms. Margaret dances with us.” Ellana wants to be a cook when she grows up and cook dinner.
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance class, I love doing dance stuff. Because I love Ms. Margaret.” – Ellana (age 4)
Ellana has A LOT of stuffed animals. She has 2 dogs. Ellana also has a twin brother, but she is the oldest.
“Ellana is just a sweetheart. She tries very hard in both her classes. She is becoming quite the dancer.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Ellana Bardo for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Ellana is 4 years old and lives in Coudersport, PA. She is in Pre-K at Parks Arks Preschool. Her favorite thing to do at school is make necklaces. Her favorite color is Yellow. Her favorite food is Soup. At home Ellana loves to play with mermaids and Barbie’s, “I like to dance like a ballerina,” and eat dinner. This is her second year of dance at EOM. Her favorite dance style is Ballet, “it makes me feel perfect and not cry,” and because “I like when Ms. Margaret dances with us.” Ellana wants to be a cook when she grows up and cook dinner.
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance class, I love doing dance stuff. Because I love Ms. Margaret.” – Ellana (age 4)
Ellana has A LOT of stuffed animals. She has 2 dogs. Ellana also has a twin brother, but she is the oldest.
“Ellana is just a sweetheart. She tries very hard in both her classes. She is becoming quite the dancer.” – Ms. Margaret
September 2021 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Lailie Cressley for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lailie is 10 years old and lives in Emporium, PA. She is a 5th grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Math. Her favorite color is Purple. Her favorite food is Steak. Lailie enjoys playing an instrument, riding her bike, swimming and dancing. This is her sixth year of dance at EOM. Her favorite dance style is Contemporary; she loves the freedom of movements on the floor. Lailie wants to be a teacher when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“I like learning different types of movements to music.” – Lailie (age 10)
“Lailie works very hard in class. She is so pleasant and positive. She joined Contemporary this year and I am excited to see her grow as a well-rounded dancer.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Lailie Cressley for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lailie is 10 years old and lives in Emporium, PA. She is a 5th grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Math. Her favorite color is Purple. Her favorite food is Steak. Lailie enjoys playing an instrument, riding her bike, swimming and dancing. This is her sixth year of dance at EOM. Her favorite dance style is Contemporary; she loves the freedom of movements on the floor. Lailie wants to be a teacher when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“I like learning different types of movements to music.” – Lailie (age 10)
“Lailie works very hard in class. She is so pleasant and positive. She joined Contemporary this year and I am excited to see her grow as a well-rounded dancer.” – Ms. Margaret
May 2021 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Brooke Dempsey for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Brooke Dempsey is 7 years old. She is a 3rd grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Math. Her favorite color is Blue and her favorite food is Tacos. When Brooke is not at dance she likes to read books, play with mom, play tether ball and color. She also loves the carnival. This is her 2nd year of dance. Brooke’s favorite dance subject is Baton. She wants to be an Interior Decorator when she grows up.
What does dance mean to you and why do you love to dance?
“I get to see my friends and it makes me happy.” – Brooke (age 7)
Brooke has a big brother Hunter. Her favorite place to go to is the Zoo.
“Watching Brooke grow this year has been very exciting. She has worked very hard in all her classes and never gives up.” - Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Brooke Dempsey for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Brooke Dempsey is 7 years old. She is a 3rd grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Math. Her favorite color is Blue and her favorite food is Tacos. When Brooke is not at dance she likes to read books, play with mom, play tether ball and color. She also loves the carnival. This is her 2nd year of dance. Brooke’s favorite dance subject is Baton. She wants to be an Interior Decorator when she grows up.
What does dance mean to you and why do you love to dance?
“I get to see my friends and it makes me happy.” – Brooke (age 7)
Brooke has a big brother Hunter. Her favorite place to go to is the Zoo.
“Watching Brooke grow this year has been very exciting. She has worked very hard in all her classes and never gives up.” - Ms. Margaret
April 2021 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Ansley Confer for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Ansley Confer is 10 years old. She is a 5th grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Art. Her favorite color is Blue and her favorite food is Noodles. Ansley spends her time outside of dance coloring, playing on the computer. She has fun spraying her brother and sister with the hose on hot days. This is her 8th year of dance. Ansley’s favorite dance subjects are Acrobatics; because she loves tumbling and headstands and she has a goal to achieve the Scorpion and Ballet. She hopes with her hard work to get on Pointe someday. Ansley wants to be an Artist when she grows up.
What does dance mean to you and why do you love to dance?
“Because I get to see my friends, learn dances and skills. Dance makes me feel happy and excited every day.” – Ansley (age 10)
Ansley takes four dance classes; Ballet, Jazz, Acro, and Contemporary. She has a brother Thatcher and a sister Sadie; a dog Sherlock, a chicken Henrietta, two cats Aurora and Maleficent, and a guinea pig Piggy. Ansley is the recipient of the Essence Of Motion Dance Education Scholarship for the 2021-2022 dance season.
“I have had wonderful pleasure of teaching Ansley since the age of 3. She is growing into a beautiful young dancer. When she is in class I can see her excitement and dedication.” - Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Ansley Confer for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Ansley Confer is 10 years old. She is a 5th grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Art. Her favorite color is Blue and her favorite food is Noodles. Ansley spends her time outside of dance coloring, playing on the computer. She has fun spraying her brother and sister with the hose on hot days. This is her 8th year of dance. Ansley’s favorite dance subjects are Acrobatics; because she loves tumbling and headstands and she has a goal to achieve the Scorpion and Ballet. She hopes with her hard work to get on Pointe someday. Ansley wants to be an Artist when she grows up.
What does dance mean to you and why do you love to dance?
“Because I get to see my friends, learn dances and skills. Dance makes me feel happy and excited every day.” – Ansley (age 10)
Ansley takes four dance classes; Ballet, Jazz, Acro, and Contemporary. She has a brother Thatcher and a sister Sadie; a dog Sherlock, a chicken Henrietta, two cats Aurora and Maleficent, and a guinea pig Piggy. Ansley is the recipient of the Essence Of Motion Dance Education Scholarship for the 2021-2022 dance season.
“I have had wonderful pleasure of teaching Ansley since the age of 3. She is growing into a beautiful young dancer. When she is in class I can see her excitement and dedication.” - Ms. Margaret
March 2021 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Savanna Watson for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Savanna Rae Watson is 9 years old. She is a 4th grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Science. Her favorite color is Teal and her favorite foods are Hot Dogs. When Savanna is not at dance she likes to jump on her trampoline, play with her dog and go swimming. This is her 5th year of dance. Savannas favorite dance subject is Acrobatics; “because I like to do flips”. She wants to rescue animals when she grows up.
What does dance mean to you and why do you love to dance?
“Dance means a lot to me and I love dance because it is so much fun.” – Savanna (age 9)
Savanna takes 4 dance classes; Hawaiian, Contemporary, Acrobatics & Jazz. She has one brother and one sister and two pets. Savanna was the recipient of the Essence Of Motion Dance Education Scholarship for the 2020-2021 dance season.
“It has be wonderful to watch Savanna grow as a dancer in just 5 years. She puts 100% effort into her classes. I can tell her body, heart and mind are in each minute of class.”
- Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Savanna Watson for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Savanna Rae Watson is 9 years old. She is a 4th grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Science. Her favorite color is Teal and her favorite foods are Hot Dogs. When Savanna is not at dance she likes to jump on her trampoline, play with her dog and go swimming. This is her 5th year of dance. Savannas favorite dance subject is Acrobatics; “because I like to do flips”. She wants to rescue animals when she grows up.
What does dance mean to you and why do you love to dance?
“Dance means a lot to me and I love dance because it is so much fun.” – Savanna (age 9)
Savanna takes 4 dance classes; Hawaiian, Contemporary, Acrobatics & Jazz. She has one brother and one sister and two pets. Savanna was the recipient of the Essence Of Motion Dance Education Scholarship for the 2020-2021 dance season.
“It has be wonderful to watch Savanna grow as a dancer in just 5 years. She puts 100% effort into her classes. I can tell her body, heart and mind are in each minute of class.”
- Ms. Margaret
February 2021 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Bentlee Dixon for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Bentlee is 5 years old. She is in Pre-K in Emporium, PA. Her favorite thing to do at school is play with her friends and learning about insects. Her favorite color is Pink and her favorite food is Broccoli. Bentlee likes to play outside with her brother Barret, swimming and sled riding. This is her first year of dance. She is in the Kinder Combo class and enjoys both Ballet and Tap dancing. She especially likes the sounds her tap shoes make. Bentlee wants to be a dancer when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“Because it is fun.” – Bentlee (age 5)
Bentlee has a cat named Dora and a dog named Dutchee.
“It has been a joy to watch Bentlee grow as a dancer in just the past 7 months. She is a delight to have in my class.”
- Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Bentlee Dixon for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Bentlee is 5 years old. She is in Pre-K in Emporium, PA. Her favorite thing to do at school is play with her friends and learning about insects. Her favorite color is Pink and her favorite food is Broccoli. Bentlee likes to play outside with her brother Barret, swimming and sled riding. This is her first year of dance. She is in the Kinder Combo class and enjoys both Ballet and Tap dancing. She especially likes the sounds her tap shoes make. Bentlee wants to be a dancer when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“Because it is fun.” – Bentlee (age 5)
Bentlee has a cat named Dora and a dog named Dutchee.
“It has been a joy to watch Bentlee grow as a dancer in just the past 7 months. She is a delight to have in my class.”
- Ms. Margaret
January 2021 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Mariessa Watson for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Mariessa is 18 years old. She is a Senior at Coudersport Jr./Sr. High School. Her favorite school subject is Art. Her favorite color is Black and her favorite food is Cornbread. Along with dance, Mariessa loves to draw and create art and sing to her favorite music. Mariessa danced at EOM for nine years before taking a three year break. She came back to the EOM family in 2017. Her favorite dance subject is Contemporary. When asked why Mariessa said “because I can express emotion more easily. I also love how it looks messy buy put together at the same time.”
Mariessa plans to attend Slippery Rock University in the Fall to become an Art Teacher.
Why do you love to dance?
“I love to dance because it makes me feel confident in my own body. Even if I look weird, it lets me understand how my body moves and how unique it is to me.” – Mariessa (age 18)
Mariessa also has a passion for psychology and how the human brain works. She has three pets, one cat and two dogs. She loves the cold and wishes to live in a place with a cold environment when she is older.
“I was delighted when Mariessa came back to EOM in 2017. Mariessa puts a 100% of herself into dance. She has grown into a beautiful dancer and young lady. I am very proud of the dancer she has become and that I got to be a part of her growth.” - Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Mariessa Watson for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Mariessa is 18 years old. She is a Senior at Coudersport Jr./Sr. High School. Her favorite school subject is Art. Her favorite color is Black and her favorite food is Cornbread. Along with dance, Mariessa loves to draw and create art and sing to her favorite music. Mariessa danced at EOM for nine years before taking a three year break. She came back to the EOM family in 2017. Her favorite dance subject is Contemporary. When asked why Mariessa said “because I can express emotion more easily. I also love how it looks messy buy put together at the same time.”
Mariessa plans to attend Slippery Rock University in the Fall to become an Art Teacher.
Why do you love to dance?
“I love to dance because it makes me feel confident in my own body. Even if I look weird, it lets me understand how my body moves and how unique it is to me.” – Mariessa (age 18)
Mariessa also has a passion for psychology and how the human brain works. She has three pets, one cat and two dogs. She loves the cold and wishes to live in a place with a cold environment when she is older.
“I was delighted when Mariessa came back to EOM in 2017. Mariessa puts a 100% of herself into dance. She has grown into a beautiful dancer and young lady. I am very proud of the dancer she has become and that I got to be a part of her growth.” - Ms. Margaret
December 2020 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Cora Jane Olay for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Cora is 6 years old. She is a Kindergartener at Woodland Elementary School in Emporium, PA. Her favorite school subject is Library – “because it is nice and quiet”. Cora’s favorite color is Light Blue. Her favorite food is Spaghetti. When Cora is not dancing she loves to run around outside. This is her second year of dance. Her favorite style of dance is Tap because “it’s like music with your feet.” Cora wants to be an Artist when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance? “Because it is fun.” – Cora Olay (age 6)
“My favorite season is winter. I love watching the snow fall.” - Cora
“Cora is such a sweetheart. She is very attentive and one of the first to put her hand up to answer a question or demonstrate a dance step.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Cora Jane Olay for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Cora is 6 years old. She is a Kindergartener at Woodland Elementary School in Emporium, PA. Her favorite school subject is Library – “because it is nice and quiet”. Cora’s favorite color is Light Blue. Her favorite food is Spaghetti. When Cora is not dancing she loves to run around outside. This is her second year of dance. Her favorite style of dance is Tap because “it’s like music with your feet.” Cora wants to be an Artist when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance? “Because it is fun.” – Cora Olay (age 6)
“My favorite season is winter. I love watching the snow fall.” - Cora
“Cora is such a sweetheart. She is very attentive and one of the first to put her hand up to answer a question or demonstrate a dance step.” – Ms. Margaret
November 2020 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Brynlee Turek for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Brynlee is 8 years old. She is a 2nd grader at Coudersport Elementary. Her favorite school subjects are Math & Reading. Brynlee’s favorite color is Neon Green. Her favorite food is Meatloaf. Brynlee loves to go on roller-skating rides & spending time with her Grandma. This is her first year of dance. Her favorite style of dance is Acro because “I like cartwheels, handstands and the music.” Brynlee wants to be a Veterinarian when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I get to see my friends and it makes me happy.” –Brynlee Turek (age 8)
“I am so happy that Brynlee has joined our EOM family. She works very hard in class and is a joy to be around.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Brynlee Turek for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Brynlee is 8 years old. She is a 2nd grader at Coudersport Elementary. Her favorite school subjects are Math & Reading. Brynlee’s favorite color is Neon Green. Her favorite food is Meatloaf. Brynlee loves to go on roller-skating rides & spending time with her Grandma. This is her first year of dance. Her favorite style of dance is Acro because “I like cartwheels, handstands and the music.” Brynlee wants to be a Veterinarian when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I get to see my friends and it makes me happy.” –Brynlee Turek (age 8)
“I am so happy that Brynlee has joined our EOM family. She works very hard in class and is a joy to be around.” – Ms. Margaret
October 2020 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Lily Burke for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lily is 10 years old and lives in Emporium, PA. She is a 4th grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Art. Lily loves all the colors in the rainbow. Her favorite food is Chicken. Lily likes to paint, dance, do stuff with friends and sing. She has been dancing for 6 years. Her favorite style of dance is Jazz because “most of the dance songs I know.” Lily wants to be a special effects makeup artist when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I think it is cool that you can tell stories with movement.” – Lily Burke (age 10)
“It has been an absolute joy watching Lily grow as a dancer. Year after year she improves in all her classes. I can see that dance means a lot to her and that makes me smile.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Lily Burke for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lily is 10 years old and lives in Emporium, PA. She is a 4th grader at Woodland Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Art. Lily loves all the colors in the rainbow. Her favorite food is Chicken. Lily likes to paint, dance, do stuff with friends and sing. She has been dancing for 6 years. Her favorite style of dance is Jazz because “most of the dance songs I know.” Lily wants to be a special effects makeup artist when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“I love dance because I think it is cool that you can tell stories with movement.” – Lily Burke (age 10)
“It has been an absolute joy watching Lily grow as a dancer. Year after year she improves in all her classes. I can see that dance means a lot to her and that makes me smile.” – Ms. Margaret
September 2020 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Eve Gurney for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Eve is 6 years old and lives in Coudersport, PA. She She is a 1st grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite time at school is Lunch. Her favorite colors are Blue and Green. Her favorite food is Watermelon. Eve likes to practice dancing, play outside, watch YouTube and Unspeakable on her IPad when she isn’t at dance class. This is her second year of dance at EOM. She loves Hip-Hop because she “likes the way we dance.” She loves freestyle and the Top Rock! Eve wants to be a horse rider when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“I just like it, it’s good.”
Eve has 2 brothers, one older and one younger.
“Eve has so much fun in class, I can tell she really loves Hip-Hop. It’s a pleasure to have her bubbly spirit in class” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Eve Gurney for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Eve is 6 years old and lives in Coudersport, PA. She She is a 1st grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite time at school is Lunch. Her favorite colors are Blue and Green. Her favorite food is Watermelon. Eve likes to practice dancing, play outside, watch YouTube and Unspeakable on her IPad when she isn’t at dance class. This is her second year of dance at EOM. She loves Hip-Hop because she “likes the way we dance.” She loves freestyle and the Top Rock! Eve wants to be a horse rider when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“I just like it, it’s good.”
Eve has 2 brothers, one older and one younger.
“Eve has so much fun in class, I can tell she really loves Hip-Hop. It’s a pleasure to have her bubbly spirit in class” – Ms. Margaret
June 2020 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Aubrey Fry for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Aubrey is 6 years old and will be a 1st grader at Woodland Elementary School in Emporium in the Fall. Her favorite school subject is Math. Her favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Watermelon. Aubrey loves to play with her ice cream truck, go sled riding and have snowball fights. Aubrey takes Ballet & Tap. Her favorite dance subject is tap. “Because it is really fun & we get to do fun stuff.” She wants to be a Doctor when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance? “So I can get big & strong.” - Aubrey
Aubrey has a kitten named Sally
“Aubrey has really grown as a dancer this year. She really improved in her class. She makes class extra fun.”
-Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Aubrey Fry for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Aubrey is 6 years old and will be a 1st grader at Woodland Elementary School in Emporium in the Fall. Her favorite school subject is Math. Her favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Watermelon. Aubrey loves to play with her ice cream truck, go sled riding and have snowball fights. Aubrey takes Ballet & Tap. Her favorite dance subject is tap. “Because it is really fun & we get to do fun stuff.” She wants to be a Doctor when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance? “So I can get big & strong.” - Aubrey
Aubrey has a kitten named Sally
“Aubrey has really grown as a dancer this year. She really improved in her class. She makes class extra fun.”
-Ms. Margaret
May 2020 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Rylee Gledhill for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Rylee is 6 years old and will be a 2nd grader at Coudersport Elementary School in the Fall. Her favorite school subject is Art. Her favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Pizza. Rylee loves to draw, swim, play in the snow and catch fish. This is Rylee’s 3rd year of dance. Rylee takes Ballet and Tap. Her favorite dance subject is Tap because “it makes noise when I dance.” She wants to be a Veterinarian when she grows up.
How does dance make you feel?
“HAPPY.” - Rylee
Rylee has a big brother Isaac, two cats; Snowball & Mittens and one dog; Luca.
“Rylee is so much fun to teach. She loves to Tap and dance along with all the songs. It has been a joy to watch her come out of her shell this year” -Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Rylee Gledhill for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Rylee is 6 years old and will be a 2nd grader at Coudersport Elementary School in the Fall. Her favorite school subject is Art. Her favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Pizza. Rylee loves to draw, swim, play in the snow and catch fish. This is Rylee’s 3rd year of dance. Rylee takes Ballet and Tap. Her favorite dance subject is Tap because “it makes noise when I dance.” She wants to be a Veterinarian when she grows up.
How does dance make you feel?
“HAPPY.” - Rylee
Rylee has a big brother Isaac, two cats; Snowball & Mittens and one dog; Luca.
“Rylee is so much fun to teach. She loves to Tap and dance along with all the songs. It has been a joy to watch her come out of her shell this year” -Ms. Margaret
April 2020 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Ruthie Fragale for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Ruthie is 9 years old and will be a 4th grader at Woodland Elementary School in Emporium in the Fall. Her favorite school subject is Science and Gym. Her favorite color is Rose Gold. Her favorite food is Pizza with EXTRA cheese. Ruthie loves riding her bike but also love relaxing and laying on the couch. This is Ruthie’s 4th year of dance. Ruthie takes Jazz, Tap & Baton. Her favorite dance subject is Jazz because “I like the style of the moves.” Her favorite Jazz step is the Lindy Step. She wants to be a Surfer when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“Because it is fun, it makes me stronger & more flexible.” - Ruthie
“Its so much fun having Ruthie in class. She is a hard worker and has a natural talent for dance.” -Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Ruthie Fragale for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Ruthie is 9 years old and will be a 4th grader at Woodland Elementary School in Emporium in the Fall. Her favorite school subject is Science and Gym. Her favorite color is Rose Gold. Her favorite food is Pizza with EXTRA cheese. Ruthie loves riding her bike but also love relaxing and laying on the couch. This is Ruthie’s 4th year of dance. Ruthie takes Jazz, Tap & Baton. Her favorite dance subject is Jazz because “I like the style of the moves.” Her favorite Jazz step is the Lindy Step. She wants to be a Surfer when she grows up.
Why do you love to dance?
“Because it is fun, it makes me stronger & more flexible.” - Ruthie
“Its so much fun having Ruthie in class. She is a hard worker and has a natural talent for dance.” -Ms. Margaret
March 2020 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Deborah Knarr for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Deborah is 6 years old and will be a 1st grader at Woodland Elementary School in Emporium in the Fall. Her favorite school subject is Recess, Art & Drawing. Her favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Watermelon. Deborah loves playing outside on her scooter, camping and baking with her mom. This is Deborah’s 2nd year of dance. Deborah takes Ballet & Tap. She loves ballet because “it makes me feel happy, I like everything about Ballet. I love practicing our dance.” Deborah wants to work at Walmart when she grows up “Because I really like the store.”
Why do you like dance?
“Because I get to learn new dances and it’s fun.” - Deborah
Deborah loves her family. She has two brothers Aden & Devan and two dogs; Scruffy & Murphey
“Deborah is such a joy to teach. She always has a smile on her face and is very attentive.” -Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Deborah Knarr for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Deborah is 6 years old and will be a 1st grader at Woodland Elementary School in Emporium in the Fall. Her favorite school subject is Recess, Art & Drawing. Her favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Watermelon. Deborah loves playing outside on her scooter, camping and baking with her mom. This is Deborah’s 2nd year of dance. Deborah takes Ballet & Tap. She loves ballet because “it makes me feel happy, I like everything about Ballet. I love practicing our dance.” Deborah wants to work at Walmart when she grows up “Because I really like the store.”
Why do you like dance?
“Because I get to learn new dances and it’s fun.” - Deborah
Deborah loves her family. She has two brothers Aden & Devan and two dogs; Scruffy & Murphey
“Deborah is such a joy to teach. She always has a smile on her face and is very attentive.” -Ms. Margaret
March 2020 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Lily Roach for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lily is 7 years old and will be a 2nd grader at Port Allegany Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Math. Her favorite color is Purple. Her favorite food is Tacos & McDonalds. Lily loves coloring, playing outside, games on her phone & riding her bike. Lily has been dancing for 4 years. Lily takes Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Acro, Hawaiian, & Hip-Hop. Her favorite dance subject is Hawaiian because she likes dancing with shells. She wants to be a Dancer when she grows up. Lily has a cat named Snickers.
What does dance mean to you?
“Dance teaches me lots of stuff. It makes me strong, flexible and happy.” - Lily
“I am so impressed with Lily’s dedication to dance this year, taking on so many classes as a first grader is tough. But she worked very hard and I am very proud of her” -Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Lily Roach for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lily is 7 years old and will be a 2nd grader at Port Allegany Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Math. Her favorite color is Purple. Her favorite food is Tacos & McDonalds. Lily loves coloring, playing outside, games on her phone & riding her bike. Lily has been dancing for 4 years. Lily takes Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Acro, Hawaiian, & Hip-Hop. Her favorite dance subject is Hawaiian because she likes dancing with shells. She wants to be a Dancer when she grows up. Lily has a cat named Snickers.
What does dance mean to you?
“Dance teaches me lots of stuff. It makes me strong, flexible and happy.” - Lily
“I am so impressed with Lily’s dedication to dance this year, taking on so many classes as a first grader is tough. But she worked very hard and I am very proud of her” -Ms. Margaret
January 2020 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Kendra Jackson for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Kendra is 12 years old and is a 6th grader at Woodland Elementary School in Emporium. Her favorite school subject is Science. Her favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Pizza. Kendra loves dancing, singing, swimming, fishing and hunting. This is Kendra’s 3rd year of dance. Estella takes Jazz, she has always loved Jazz dance. She wants to be a Chef when she grows up.
Why do you like dance?
“I like dance because there are so many different styles” Kendra has 3 brothers and loves the Virginia Beach!
“Kendra has a beautiful smile and heart! She is a joy to teach in class and we are so happy to have her back this year” -Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Kendra Jackson for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Kendra is 12 years old and is a 6th grader at Woodland Elementary School in Emporium. Her favorite school subject is Science. Her favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Pizza. Kendra loves dancing, singing, swimming, fishing and hunting. This is Kendra’s 3rd year of dance. Estella takes Jazz, she has always loved Jazz dance. She wants to be a Chef when she grows up.
Why do you like dance?
“I like dance because there are so many different styles” Kendra has 3 brothers and loves the Virginia Beach!
“Kendra has a beautiful smile and heart! She is a joy to teach in class and we are so happy to have her back this year” -Ms. Margaret
January 2020 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Estella Smelko for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Estella is 10 years old and is a 4th grader at Northern Potter Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Music. Her favorite colors are Pink & Purple. Her favorite food is Chicken. Estella loves to dance, read and run. This is Estella’s 3rd year of dance. Estella takes Ballet, Hip-Hop & Baton. Her favorite dance subject is Hip-Hop because she gets to be “sassy.” She wants to be a Chef when she grows up.
What does dance mean to you?
“Dance means a lot to me. I love to dance because I get to be with friends.” Estella has one crazy dog named Indy.
“Estella has a wonderful passion for dance and learning. She not only works hard in class but she also practices at home and it shows” -Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Estella Smelko for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Estella is 10 years old and is a 4th grader at Northern Potter Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Music. Her favorite colors are Pink & Purple. Her favorite food is Chicken. Estella loves to dance, read and run. This is Estella’s 3rd year of dance. Estella takes Ballet, Hip-Hop & Baton. Her favorite dance subject is Hip-Hop because she gets to be “sassy.” She wants to be a Chef when she grows up.
What does dance mean to you?
“Dance means a lot to me. I love to dance because I get to be with friends.” Estella has one crazy dog named Indy.
“Estella has a wonderful passion for dance and learning. She not only works hard in class but she also practices at home and it shows” -Ms. Margaret
December 2019 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Brooke Dempsey for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Brooke is 5 years old and is a Kindergartener at Woodland Elementary school in Emporium. Her favorite thing to do at school is learning the calendar & counting by 10’s. Her favorite color is blue. Her favorite food is Tacos. Brooke loves building snowmen, coloring, and sled riding. She also loves playing outside with her friends, Vivian & Nora. They like to play Spy & Dance with props like hats, scarfs & sunglasses. This is Brooke’s 1st year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Ballet she likes the songs: “Wake Up Toes,” “Goldfish” & “the Butterfly.” She loves to echappe and stretch especially the “Tick Tok Stretch.”
When I asked her why she likes dance she said “it makes me happy and feel good. Brooke wants to be a guitar playing Rockstar when she grows up. Brooke has a big brother Hunter and loves dinner dates with mom at Aroma Café in Emporium.
“Brooke is a hard working in class. Her joyful energy in class is contagious” -Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Brooke Dempsey for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Brooke is 5 years old and is a Kindergartener at Woodland Elementary school in Emporium. Her favorite thing to do at school is learning the calendar & counting by 10’s. Her favorite color is blue. Her favorite food is Tacos. Brooke loves building snowmen, coloring, and sled riding. She also loves playing outside with her friends, Vivian & Nora. They like to play Spy & Dance with props like hats, scarfs & sunglasses. This is Brooke’s 1st year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Ballet she likes the songs: “Wake Up Toes,” “Goldfish” & “the Butterfly.” She loves to echappe and stretch especially the “Tick Tok Stretch.”
When I asked her why she likes dance she said “it makes me happy and feel good. Brooke wants to be a guitar playing Rockstar when she grows up. Brooke has a big brother Hunter and loves dinner dates with mom at Aroma Café in Emporium.
“Brooke is a hard working in class. Her joyful energy in class is contagious” -Ms. Margaret
November 2019 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Kary Oliver for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Kary is 5 years old and is a Kindergartener at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite thing to do at school is play. Her favorite color is Rainbow. Her favorite food is Mac & Cheese. Kary loves to watch movies, play and sled ride when she not dancing. This is Kary’s 2nd year of dance. She likes dance because “we learn lots of stuff.” Her favorite dance subject is Ballet but her favorite moves are in Tap class. Especially when we do brush spank and ball taps. When asked what she wanted to be when she grows up, Kary answered “Mrs. Clause.”
What does dance mean to you? “I like dance because I like when the audience watches me.”
Kary has 2 dogs Mia & Fenway and she loves to build snowmen.
“Kary is natural star, she loves to perform. She really knows her dance terms and steps. She is always smiling and giggling in class.” -Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Kary Oliver for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Kary is 5 years old and is a Kindergartener at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite thing to do at school is play. Her favorite color is Rainbow. Her favorite food is Mac & Cheese. Kary loves to watch movies, play and sled ride when she not dancing. This is Kary’s 2nd year of dance. She likes dance because “we learn lots of stuff.” Her favorite dance subject is Ballet but her favorite moves are in Tap class. Especially when we do brush spank and ball taps. When asked what she wanted to be when she grows up, Kary answered “Mrs. Clause.”
What does dance mean to you? “I like dance because I like when the audience watches me.”
Kary has 2 dogs Mia & Fenway and she loves to build snowmen.
“Kary is natural star, she loves to perform. She really knows her dance terms and steps. She is always smiling and giggling in class.” -Ms. Margaret
October 2019 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Makenzie Joy Cornish for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Makenzie is 9 years old and is a 4th grader Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subjects are Reading and Recess. Her favorite color is Gold. Her favorite food is Tacos. Makenzie loves to dance, play basketball, sleep, read and fashion shows. Makenzie has been dancing for 2 months at Essence of Motion. Before becoming part of the EOM dance family Makenzie was enrolled in Tap dance at a dance studio in Virginia. Her favorite style of dance is Jazz because; “it is like the dance I like to do at home and it is fun an easy.” Makenzie would like to be a dance teacher or hair stylist when she grows up.
What does dance mean to you? “I like to dance because it is my way to express myself and show my talent.”
Makenzie does not have any pets but she does have a little brother and older sister. She lives close to her school and she is a Christian.
“I am overjoyed to have Makenzie join our dance family this year. She is very polite, poised and I can tell she really likes to dance.” -Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Makenzie Joy Cornish for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Makenzie is 9 years old and is a 4th grader Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subjects are Reading and Recess. Her favorite color is Gold. Her favorite food is Tacos. Makenzie loves to dance, play basketball, sleep, read and fashion shows. Makenzie has been dancing for 2 months at Essence of Motion. Before becoming part of the EOM dance family Makenzie was enrolled in Tap dance at a dance studio in Virginia. Her favorite style of dance is Jazz because; “it is like the dance I like to do at home and it is fun an easy.” Makenzie would like to be a dance teacher or hair stylist when she grows up.
What does dance mean to you? “I like to dance because it is my way to express myself and show my talent.”
Makenzie does not have any pets but she does have a little brother and older sister. She lives close to her school and she is a Christian.
“I am overjoyed to have Makenzie join our dance family this year. She is very polite, poised and I can tell she really likes to dance.” -Ms. Margaret
September 2019 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Clara Parslow for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Clara is 4 1/2 years old and lives in Emporium, PA. She attends Miss Kims Pre-School where she loves reading and looking at books. Her favorite color is Red. Her favorite food Mac & Cheese with ketchup. When Clara was asked what she likes to when she isn’t dancing she said “watching TV, four wheeling, playing football and games with her brother.” This is her second year of dance at EOM. She loves “Wake Up Toes” & “I like sunshine in my pocket.” Clara wants to be a football player when she grows up.
Clara has 2 dogs; Lexi & Dexter & 1 cat Kalli, who she said is really mean. Her favorite movie is Paw Patrol.
“Clara is a wonderful student. I love to see her smile. She really knows her dance steps.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Clara Parslow for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Clara is 4 1/2 years old and lives in Emporium, PA. She attends Miss Kims Pre-School where she loves reading and looking at books. Her favorite color is Red. Her favorite food Mac & Cheese with ketchup. When Clara was asked what she likes to when she isn’t dancing she said “watching TV, four wheeling, playing football and games with her brother.” This is her second year of dance at EOM. She loves “Wake Up Toes” & “I like sunshine in my pocket.” Clara wants to be a football player when she grows up.
Clara has 2 dogs; Lexi & Dexter & 1 cat Kalli, who she said is really mean. Her favorite movie is Paw Patrol.
“Clara is a wonderful student. I love to see her smile. She really knows her dance steps.” – Ms. Margaret
September 2019 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Moxie Wallace for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Moxie is 9 years old and is a 4th grader Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subjects are Math & Science. Her favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Mexican Beans & Rice. Moxie loves dance but her other hobbies include arts & crafts, singing, running & fashion. Moxie has been dancing since the age of 3, this is her 7th year of dance. Moxie’s favorite dance style is Ballet, because “it feels like I’m free and you just flow right into the next move.” She wants to be a heart surgeon or dance teacher when she grows up.
What does dance mean to you? “It makes me feel free. It’s my way of expressing myself. It means a lot. Dance is my life.
Moxie has 4 pets, Maxine, Eleven, Copper & G.G. (that stands for Gods Grace). She has 6 other siblings; Joes, Addy, Haggin, Cherie, Charlie & James. “I am a Christian” – Moxie Wallace
“It is a joy to teach Moxie, and to watch her grow as a dancer.” -Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Moxie Wallace for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Moxie is 9 years old and is a 4th grader Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subjects are Math & Science. Her favorite color is Pink. Her favorite food is Mexican Beans & Rice. Moxie loves dance but her other hobbies include arts & crafts, singing, running & fashion. Moxie has been dancing since the age of 3, this is her 7th year of dance. Moxie’s favorite dance style is Ballet, because “it feels like I’m free and you just flow right into the next move.” She wants to be a heart surgeon or dance teacher when she grows up.
What does dance mean to you? “It makes me feel free. It’s my way of expressing myself. It means a lot. Dance is my life.
Moxie has 4 pets, Maxine, Eleven, Copper & G.G. (that stands for Gods Grace). She has 6 other siblings; Joes, Addy, Haggin, Cherie, Charlie & James. “I am a Christian” – Moxie Wallace
“It is a joy to teach Moxie, and to watch her grow as a dancer.” -Ms. Margaret
May 2019 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Taylor Frank for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Taylor is 11 years old and is a 6th grader enrolled in the Agora Cyber Charter School. Her favorite school subject is History. Her favorite color is Scarlet. Her favorite foods are Tomatoes, Raspberries & Tacos. Taylor's favorite activities are swimming competitively on the Blue Tide Swim Team in St. Mary's, Sewing, Painting & designing makeup & hair. This is her 2nd year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Baton, because "I love the weight change when you're spinning the Baton it's very pretty & beautiful."
What do you want to be when you grow up? "A beautician and singer."
Why do you like dancing? "I love it because you can make new friends every year."
“Taylor is a very dedicated and talented dancer, she works hard in and out of class. Her devotion to be the best she can is so wonderful to see as a teacher. She is beautiful inside and out.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Taylor Frank for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Taylor is 11 years old and is a 6th grader enrolled in the Agora Cyber Charter School. Her favorite school subject is History. Her favorite color is Scarlet. Her favorite foods are Tomatoes, Raspberries & Tacos. Taylor's favorite activities are swimming competitively on the Blue Tide Swim Team in St. Mary's, Sewing, Painting & designing makeup & hair. This is her 2nd year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Baton, because "I love the weight change when you're spinning the Baton it's very pretty & beautiful."
What do you want to be when you grow up? "A beautician and singer."
Why do you like dancing? "I love it because you can make new friends every year."
“Taylor is a very dedicated and talented dancer, she works hard in and out of class. Her devotion to be the best she can is so wonderful to see as a teacher. She is beautiful inside and out.” – Ms. Margaret
April 2019 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Lydia Husson for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lydia is 9 years old and is a 3rd grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Reading. Her favorite color is Teal. Her favorite food is Lasagna. Lydia favorite activities are softball & playing with friends. This is her 1st year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Hip-Hop, “I like to freestyle.” Her favorite step is a coffee grinder. Lydia said she wants to be a doctor when she grows up. When asked why she said, “I like taking care of people.”
Why do you like dancing? “It’s fun to move around and dance.”
Lydia has her own personal zoo at home; 1 dog: Roxie, 3 cats: Holly, Marvin, Oscar, 2 Egg Laying Chickens: Peck & Goldie, 3 Rabbits: S’mores, Oreo, Velvet, and 1 Gecko: Baby.
She wanted to thank her mom for letting her take dance.
“It has been a joy to get to know Lydia and for her to join our dance family. She works hard in class and always has a smile on her face. I have watched her improve week after week and I am excited to watch her perform on stage.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Lydia Husson for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lydia is 9 years old and is a 3rd grader at Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Reading. Her favorite color is Teal. Her favorite food is Lasagna. Lydia favorite activities are softball & playing with friends. This is her 1st year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Hip-Hop, “I like to freestyle.” Her favorite step is a coffee grinder. Lydia said she wants to be a doctor when she grows up. When asked why she said, “I like taking care of people.”
Why do you like dancing? “It’s fun to move around and dance.”
Lydia has her own personal zoo at home; 1 dog: Roxie, 3 cats: Holly, Marvin, Oscar, 2 Egg Laying Chickens: Peck & Goldie, 3 Rabbits: S’mores, Oreo, Velvet, and 1 Gecko: Baby.
She wanted to thank her mom for letting her take dance.
“It has been a joy to get to know Lydia and for her to join our dance family. She works hard in class and always has a smile on her face. I have watched her improve week after week and I am excited to watch her perform on stage.” – Ms. Margaret
March 2019 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Lauryn Trumpie for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lauryn is 7 1/2 years old and is a 1st grader at Woodland Elementary in Emporium. Her favorite school subject is Math. Her favorite color is purple. Her favorite food is clams. Lauryn favorite activities are Dance, Gymnastics, Painting, Sledding & Diving. This is her 4th year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Tap, because “It makes me glad & happy.” Her favorite Tap step is the Cramp Roll. Lauryn said she wants to be a Orthopedic Doctor when she grows up. When asked why she said “Because I like bones and stuff.”
Lauryn has a dog named Grady.
Why do you like dancing? “It gives me coordination, strength and flexibility. I get excited for dance and I like stretching” – Lauryn Trumpie
“Lauryn is a wonderful, bright and energetic student. She tries to be the best she can be in dance.”
– Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Lauryn Trumpie for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lauryn is 7 1/2 years old and is a 1st grader at Woodland Elementary in Emporium. Her favorite school subject is Math. Her favorite color is purple. Her favorite food is clams. Lauryn favorite activities are Dance, Gymnastics, Painting, Sledding & Diving. This is her 4th year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Tap, because “It makes me glad & happy.” Her favorite Tap step is the Cramp Roll. Lauryn said she wants to be a Orthopedic Doctor when she grows up. When asked why she said “Because I like bones and stuff.”
Lauryn has a dog named Grady.
Why do you like dancing? “It gives me coordination, strength and flexibility. I get excited for dance and I like stretching” – Lauryn Trumpie
“Lauryn is a wonderful, bright and energetic student. She tries to be the best she can be in dance.”
– Ms. Margaret
February 2019 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Harley Thompson for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Harley is 10 years old and is a 5th grader at Northern Potter Children’s School. Her favorite school subject is Math. Her favorite color is purple. Her favorite food is donuts. Harleys favorite activities are Dance, Basketball, Choir & Band. This is her 8th year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Contemporary, because “It includes Ballet a little and I feel open and free.” Harley said she wants to be a music producer when she grows up.
Harley has a dog named Bocephus, 3 cats; Lucky, Chewy & Garfield. She is in enrichment where she gets extra activities that are more challenging than regular class work.
Why do you like dancing? “I become stronger, more flexible and I have a great, understanding teacher.”
“Harley has a great passion for dance. She works both inside and outside of class. Each week she takes notes on her class and dances so she can work at home. She works hard and it shows.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Harley Thompson for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Harley is 10 years old and is a 5th grader at Northern Potter Children’s School. Her favorite school subject is Math. Her favorite color is purple. Her favorite food is donuts. Harleys favorite activities are Dance, Basketball, Choir & Band. This is her 8th year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Contemporary, because “It includes Ballet a little and I feel open and free.” Harley said she wants to be a music producer when she grows up.
Harley has a dog named Bocephus, 3 cats; Lucky, Chewy & Garfield. She is in enrichment where she gets extra activities that are more challenging than regular class work.
Why do you like dancing? “I become stronger, more flexible and I have a great, understanding teacher.”
“Harley has a great passion for dance. She works both inside and outside of class. Each week she takes notes on her class and dances so she can work at home. She works hard and it shows.” – Ms. Margaret
January 2019 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Sophia Foust for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Sophia is 5 years old and is in Pre-School at Alliance Daycare & Learning in Coudersport, PA. She loves leaning the alphabet at school & all the fun activities they do. Her favorite color is purple. Her favorite food is mac & cheese. Sophia loves talking to my friends, traveling and going to the playground. She loves to slide down the fire man’s pole. This is her 3rd year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is tap, because the shoes are cool. Sofia said she wants to be a Ballerina when she grows up.
“Sophia is such a joy in class. She is very attentive and knows her terminology, definitions and steps.”
– Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Sophia Foust for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Sophia is 5 years old and is in Pre-School at Alliance Daycare & Learning in Coudersport, PA. She loves leaning the alphabet at school & all the fun activities they do. Her favorite color is purple. Her favorite food is mac & cheese. Sophia loves talking to my friends, traveling and going to the playground. She loves to slide down the fire man’s pole. This is her 3rd year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is tap, because the shoes are cool. Sofia said she wants to be a Ballerina when she grows up.
“Sophia is such a joy in class. She is very attentive and knows her terminology, definitions and steps.”
– Ms. Margaret
January 2019 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Lily Burke for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lily is 8 1/2 years old and is a 2nd grader at Woodland Elementary School in Emporium, PA. Her favorite school subject is science. Her favorite color is blue. Her favorite food is chicken. Lily loves swim team, reading & riding her bike. This is her 5th year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is baton, because “you get to dance with something in your hand.” Lily said she wants to be a Middle School teacher when she grows up because “I get to help people learn and then they know more.”
Lily has two cats: Bovine & Julie
Why do you like dancing? “Because it teaches you lots of stuff & can strengthen my body.”
“Lily is a great student and is a pleasure to teach her. She takes 4 classes in a row in one night and works hard in each class.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Lily Burke for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lily is 8 1/2 years old and is a 2nd grader at Woodland Elementary School in Emporium, PA. Her favorite school subject is science. Her favorite color is blue. Her favorite food is chicken. Lily loves swim team, reading & riding her bike. This is her 5th year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is baton, because “you get to dance with something in your hand.” Lily said she wants to be a Middle School teacher when she grows up because “I get to help people learn and then they know more.”
Lily has two cats: Bovine & Julie
Why do you like dancing? “Because it teaches you lots of stuff & can strengthen my body.”
“Lily is a great student and is a pleasure to teach her. She takes 4 classes in a row in one night and works hard in each class.” – Ms. Margaret
December 2018 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Savanna Watson for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Savanna is 7 years old and is a 2nd grader Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Reading. Her favorite color is Turquoise. Her favorite food is hot dogs. Savanna loves playing games, four wheeling, camping & swimming. This is her 3rd year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Hawaiian because she loves the music. Savanna said she wants to be a veterinarian when she grows up.
Savanna has 4 dogs: Sparky, Maggie, Cleo & Josie
“Savanna is a wonderful student. She tries hard, is a joy to teach and applies corrections to be the best dancer she can be!” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Savanna Watson for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Savanna is 7 years old and is a 2nd grader Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is Reading. Her favorite color is Turquoise. Her favorite food is hot dogs. Savanna loves playing games, four wheeling, camping & swimming. This is her 3rd year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Hawaiian because she loves the music. Savanna said she wants to be a veterinarian when she grows up.
Savanna has 4 dogs: Sparky, Maggie, Cleo & Josie
“Savanna is a wonderful student. She tries hard, is a joy to teach and applies corrections to be the best dancer she can be!” – Ms. Margaret
NOVEMBER 2018 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Lydia Tingley for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lydia is 8 years old and is a 3rd grader Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is “SPECIALS” which includes Art, Music & Gym. Her favorite color is Teal. Her favorite food is shrimp. Lydia loves reading, gymnastics & sled riding in the winter. This is her 5th year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Jazz, this is her 3rd year of Jazz. Her favorite Jazz steps are Jazz Runs & 3-Step Turns. Lydia said she wants to be an “animal rescue person” when she grows up.
Lydia has three pets. Two dogs: Roman a Morki & Chelo a Yorki & a bunny: Leslie.
“Never give up” – Lydia Tingley
“Lydia always comes in with a smile and lots of energy. She is a hard worker and has a great attitude in class” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Lydia Tingley for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Lydia is 8 years old and is a 3rd grader Coudersport Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is “SPECIALS” which includes Art, Music & Gym. Her favorite color is Teal. Her favorite food is shrimp. Lydia loves reading, gymnastics & sled riding in the winter. This is her 5th year of dance. Her favorite dance subject is Jazz, this is her 3rd year of Jazz. Her favorite Jazz steps are Jazz Runs & 3-Step Turns. Lydia said she wants to be an “animal rescue person” when she grows up.
Lydia has three pets. Two dogs: Roman a Morki & Chelo a Yorki & a bunny: Leslie.
“Never give up” – Lydia Tingley
“Lydia always comes in with a smile and lots of energy. She is a hard worker and has a great attitude in class” – Ms. Margaret
OCTOBER 2018 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Camron Irwin for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Cameron is 8 years old and is a 3rd grader Cameron County Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is STEAM (Science, Tech, Events, Art & Math). Her favorite colors are black, red, white, and blue. Her favorite food is her mom’s spaghetti & meatballs. Cameron is involved in gymnastics, loves playing with her friend Owen & playing games on her laptop. This is her 2nd year of dance. She loves Jazz because it is fast and before Ballet. Cameron would like to be hairstylist when she grows up.
Cameron has 8 cats: Oreo, Cinnamon Twist, Carol, Princess Jewel, Snuggles, Sheba, Cupcake & Tasha. As well as 3 dogs, 3 horses & 6 fish.
“Cameron is very quiet and reserved in class. She works hard and is a joy to teach.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Camron Irwin for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Cameron is 8 years old and is a 3rd grader Cameron County Elementary School. Her favorite school subject is STEAM (Science, Tech, Events, Art & Math). Her favorite colors are black, red, white, and blue. Her favorite food is her mom’s spaghetti & meatballs. Cameron is involved in gymnastics, loves playing with her friend Owen & playing games on her laptop. This is her 2nd year of dance. She loves Jazz because it is fast and before Ballet. Cameron would like to be hairstylist when she grows up.
Cameron has 8 cats: Oreo, Cinnamon Twist, Carol, Princess Jewel, Snuggles, Sheba, Cupcake & Tasha. As well as 3 dogs, 3 horses & 6 fish.
“Cameron is very quiet and reserved in class. She works hard and is a joy to teach.” – Ms. Margaret
SEPTEMBER 2018 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Haggin Wallace for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Haggin is 12 years old and is a 7th grader Coudersport High School. Her favorite school subject is History. Her favorite color is Magenta. Her favorite food is ice-cream waffles. Haggin loves dancing, petting & rescuing kitties, and driving her dad crazy. Haggin added “hanging out with my friends….wait nope I got dance, watching Netflix…wait nope I got dance.” She has been dancing on and off since she was 4, and has been a student at EOM since 2015. Haggin studies 6 different styles of dance at EOM. Her favorite dance subject is Tap, “because I love making noise. When I am in Tap I can express how I feel. I also really enjoy learning this style of dance with Mrs. Margaret.” She is also very excited to receive her split sole Tap shoes. Haggin said she hasn’t figured out what she wants to be when she grows up yet, “but I know that there will be kitties involved.”
Haggin has 6 siblings, 3 cats (2 that she rescued); Copper, Maxine, & Eleven. “I was on vacation with my family and we were driving by an old restaurant when I spotted Maxine eating out of a dumpster I rescued her, then 1 week later rescued Eleven. I like dancing at EOM because of my dancer teacher. I am very grateful for my dad for driving me to dance every day.”
“It is a great pleasure to teach Haggin, she is a hard worker in and out of class. I can tell that she truly loves dance and strives to be the best she can be.” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Haggin Wallace for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Haggin is 12 years old and is a 7th grader Coudersport High School. Her favorite school subject is History. Her favorite color is Magenta. Her favorite food is ice-cream waffles. Haggin loves dancing, petting & rescuing kitties, and driving her dad crazy. Haggin added “hanging out with my friends….wait nope I got dance, watching Netflix…wait nope I got dance.” She has been dancing on and off since she was 4, and has been a student at EOM since 2015. Haggin studies 6 different styles of dance at EOM. Her favorite dance subject is Tap, “because I love making noise. When I am in Tap I can express how I feel. I also really enjoy learning this style of dance with Mrs. Margaret.” She is also very excited to receive her split sole Tap shoes. Haggin said she hasn’t figured out what she wants to be when she grows up yet, “but I know that there will be kitties involved.”
Haggin has 6 siblings, 3 cats (2 that she rescued); Copper, Maxine, & Eleven. “I was on vacation with my family and we were driving by an old restaurant when I spotted Maxine eating out of a dumpster I rescued her, then 1 week later rescued Eleven. I like dancing at EOM because of my dancer teacher. I am very grateful for my dad for driving me to dance every day.”
“It is a great pleasure to teach Haggin, she is a hard worker in and out of class. I can tell that she truly loves dance and strives to be the best she can be.” – Ms. Margaret
SEPTEMBER 2018 DANCER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Charlie Pifer for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Charlie is 4 years old and lives in Emporium, PA. Her favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Spaghetti and she loves going to Sheetz. When Charlie was asked what she likes to when she isn’t dancing she said “homework and playing Mini-Mouse.” This is her first year of Kinder Dance at EOM. She loves Ballet. What do you want to be when you grow up? Charlie said “a kitten cause I like kitties, and Charlie Work.”
Charlie has a dog and cat (Cupcake) at her Nunnies house and twin siblings; Ember & Bryson.
“Charlie is a joy in class she is very polite and always has a smile on her face. She tells great stories too!” – Ms. Margaret
Congratulations to Charlie Pifer for being selected as Essence Of Motion Dance Studio Dancer of the Month.
Charlie is 4 years old and lives in Emporium, PA. Her favorite color is Blue. Her favorite food is Spaghetti and she loves going to Sheetz. When Charlie was asked what she likes to when she isn’t dancing she said “homework and playing Mini-Mouse.” This is her first year of Kinder Dance at EOM. She loves Ballet. What do you want to be when you grow up? Charlie said “a kitten cause I like kitties, and Charlie Work.”
Charlie has a dog and cat (Cupcake) at her Nunnies house and twin siblings; Ember & Bryson.
“Charlie is a joy in class she is very polite and always has a smile on her face. She tells great stories too!” – Ms. Margaret