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Advanced C Seminar Update

Hello Advanced C students and families,

We want to apologize for the schedule mixup that happened Saturday the 27th where our scheduled speaker for your seminar did not make it. We appreciate how you all made arrangements to come to the studios early and we are sincerely sorry that the planned seminar did not happen. You were scheduled to meet with our nutritionist Monica van Winkle. If you would like to attend a makeup session you are welcome to attend Monica’s session with the Level VIII class on Saturday October 25th from 10:00-11:00am, this is optional, just let us know if you would like to join!

Monica wanted to share the following message with all of you:

“Hi dancers and parents, 

I wanted to apologize for missing you last week. I had an accident/injury recently (I will be okay), but unfortunately it caused me to overlook my meeting with you. Here are a few handouts for you to look over. Please reach out to me if you have any questions or if you would just like to check in. I am always happy to help! Have a wonderful fall and winter season and I will see you in March. 

Kindly, 

Monica”

Links to Monica’s materials:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zBpgS1ezAbpQlMchYBE-0fYCtCE2XxDL/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zAly86r8zr1H06jBg0RMCEkIA-dGyXJ5/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eINC9rL-JZLUlb4CWSSNA0gwKcW_jrd2/view?usp=sharing

Monica’s email is monica@nutritioninaction.net if you would like to reach out to her directly!

Advanced C Seminar Update2025-10-08T11:46:31-07:00

Advance C Fall Conference Sign-Up

Afternoon Level Adv. C families,

We are delighted to have you back this fall! Individual student/parent conferencing for our Adv. C students are coming up.

This year we are introducing a new conference format. Adv. C conferences will take place on October 21st, starting at 5 pm. The conferences will replace Adv. C classes on October 21st, and will take place over Zoom in 15 minute time blocks. All Adv. C students, including graduates, will be offered a sign up time between 5:00pm-6:30pm.

Graduating students will not have separate conferences this year, they will be included in the conferences for the level they are currently in.

As always, the student conferences will include discussions about your progress and mastering technique and artistry. Prior to conferences, your teachers work collectively to communicate their individual observations and corrections for each student. Conferences provide a platform to discuss not only what you are working on in class in the way of technique, but also your plans for the future and how we can help guide you successfully into the next chapter in your life. Parents and students please come prepared with questions and let us know how we can help make this a successful year for you.   

Click here to sign up for a conference time. A second reminder will go out closer to October 21st that will include the Zoom links.

We look forward to seeing you at your conference. If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email

Pacific Northwest Ballet School

Pnbschool@pnb.org

206-441-2435|Seattle

Advance C Fall Conference Sign-Up2025-10-07T16:46:27-07:00

Reminder: Level VII Wellness this Saturday!

Hello Level VII Families!

This a reminder that there is Wellness Seminar for the Level VII class with our wonderful nutritionist Monica van Winkle this Saturday, October 11th from 10:00-11:00am in the JDBR. These seminars are mandatory, and are part of PNB’s commitment to promoting healthy emotional development for our students! Roll will be taken at each meeting for attendance. If you are unable to attend for any reason please contact us through the school inbox at pnbschool@pnb.org.

Best,

PNB School

Reminder: Level VII Wellness this Saturday!2025-10-07T15:40:08-07:00

Level VIII Fall Conference Reminder & Zoom Links

Hello Level VIII families,

Your student conferences are coming up this Thursday, October 9th. A reminder that all Level VIII class are cancelled this day!

Please note that there are simultaneous conference sessions occurring and make sure you are using the correct link!

Links can be found HERE on the sign up sheet as well as below.

Thursday, October 9th GROUP 1 Zoom Link

Thursday, October 9th GROUP 2 Zoom Link

Please reach out with any questions, or scheduling conflicts to pnbschool@pnb.org.

Level VIII Fall Conference Reminder & Zoom Links2025-10-06T20:55:17-07:00

2025-26 BELLEVUE Class Assistants Needed!

Dear Parents and Students,

Part of ballet training goes beyond technique—it also includes learning how to manage a classroom and developing patience and empathy for fellow dancers. At Pacific Northwest Ballet School, we offer a unique opportunity for upper-level students to become teaching assistants!

Serving as a teaching assistant is a valuable experience that fosters growth for both the assistant and the students they teach. It’s also a great way to earn community service hours, build your resume for college applications, and strengthen your mentoring and leadership skills.

As an assistant, you have the special opportunity to share your love of ballet with the next generation of dancers. Many of you were once in Tots or Creative Movement—think back to how much you admired the teaching assistants in your classes. Now, you have the chance to be that same role model for someone else!

We still have several classes in need of assistants. Even if you are only available to assist a class for 15 or 30 minutes we would greatly appreciate it! If you’re interested and able to commit, please reach out to the school office.

Here are the classes available: BELLEVUE

  • CM II Monday 5-6pm
  • PB I Monday 5:15-6:15pm
  • CM III Tuesday 4-5 pm
  • CM VII Thursday 4:45-5:45pm
  • PB III Thursday 5:15-6:15pm
  • PB IV Friday 5:15-6:15pm

Deborah Kenner, PhD.

Assistant Principal, Pacific Northwest Ballet School

2025-26 BELLEVUE Class Assistants Needed!2025-10-02T13:46:10-07:00

Reminder: Upcoming Level VI Seminar (Seattle)

Hello Level VI families,

This post is a reminder that there is Wellness Seminar for Seattle Level VI with our nutritionist Monica van Winkle scheduled for this Saturday October 4th from 10:30-11:30 at the Phelps Center. These seminars are mandatory, and are part of PNB’s commitment to promoting healthy emotional development for our students! Roll will be taken at each meeting for attendance. If you are unable to attend for any reason please contact us through the school inbox at pnbschool@pnb.org.

Bellevue Level VI: your first Wellness Seminar with Monica will be on Saturday October 18th from 10:00-11:00 at the FRC, we will send out another reminder to you the week of!

Students who serve as class assistants will be excused from assisting to attend their seminars when the times conflict.

Best,

PNB School

Reminder: Upcoming Level VI Seminar (Seattle)2025-10-02T13:14:57-07:00

Reminder: ADV C Seminar Tomorrow!

Hello Advanced C families,

This post is a reminder that there is a seminar scheduled for tomorrow morning from 10:00-11:00am in the Library. These seminars are mandatory! We strongly recommend students attend these meetings as they are in place as part of a larger PNB commitment to promoting healthy emotional development for students. Roll will be taken at each meeting for attendance. If you are unable to attend for any reason please let our team know through the school inbox at pnbschool@pnb.org.

Reminder: ADV C Seminar Tomorrow!2025-09-26T15:18:45-07:00

Level VIII Fall Conference Sign-Up

Afternoon Level VIII families,

We are delighted to have you back this fall! Individual student/parent conferencing for our Level VIII students are coming up.

This year we are introducing a new conference format. Level VIII conferences will take place on October 9th, starting at 4pm. The conferences will replace Level VIII classes on October 9th, and will take place over Zoom in 15 minute time blocks. All Level VIII students including graduates will be offered a sign up time between 4:00pm-7:15pm.

Graduating students will not have separate conferences this year, they will be included in the conferences for the level they are currently in.

As always, the student conferences will include discussions about your progress and mastering technique and artistry. Prior to conferences, your teachers work collectively to communicate their individual observations and corrections for each student. Conferences provide a platform to discuss not only what you are working on in class in the way of technique, but also your plans for the future and how we can help guide you successfully into the next chapter in your life. Parents and students please come prepared with questions and let us know how we can help make this a successful year for you.   

Click here to sign up for a conference time. A second reminder will go out closer to October 9th that will include the Zoom links.

We look forward to seeing you at your conference. If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email

Pacific Northwest Ballet School

Pnbschool@pnb.org

206-441-2435|Seattle

Level VIII Fall Conference Sign-Up2025-09-23T17:32:43-07:00

Momotaro – Family Matinee Audition Information 2025

Dear Parents of Level VII, VIII, and Advanced C Students:

We are excited to present Momotaro as the 25/26 season Family Matinee, created by PNB Resident Choreographer, Jessica Lang and creative associate Kanji Segawa. Momotaro is a legendary Japanese tale of bravery, resilience, compassion and the value of trust and teamwork. The Family Matinee is a wonderful opportunity for our upper-level students to perform in McCaw Hall in a one-hour ballet, created especially for family audiences. We will hold auditions on Sunday, September 28 at the Phelps Center. Auditions are open to PNB School students in Levels VII, VIII, and Advanced C. We encourage all students to audition, though there is a large time commitment for the entire rehearsal and performance period, as detailed in the document linked below.

Momotaro will have up to two casts of students. Casting decisions are based on performing ability, musicality, presence, technique, and attendance. All casting decisions are made by the Artistic Staff. While we encourage all eligible students to audition, we may not have roles for every student who auditions. Students are required to register online for the Momotaro audition by Wednesday, September 24 at 9:00 PM (see link below).

Please consider the following information before your student auditions for Momotaro:

Student Commitment

· Those selected for roles in Momotaro must be available for the entire rehearsal and performance period, from February 21 – March 29, 2026. Unlike other years when the rehearsal period is spread out over multiple months, the choreography and rehearsal period for Momotaro will be a short, but intense period. Full participation in rehearsals is mandatory. Please only audition if you are fully available for the entirety of the time commitment.

· We cannot excuse students from rehearsals or performances for vacations, family events, school events, etc.; the only acceptable reasons for missing rehearsal are illness, injury, and family emergencies. This will be especially important for Momotaro due to the condensed rehearsal period.

· Dropping out of Momotaro for any reason, other than illness, injury, or family emergency is a break in the student’s commitment. If the commitment is broken, the student will not be considered for future Company productions.

· Attendance at regular PNB School classes is mandatory during the Momotaro rehearsal and performance period. Participation in Momotaro is not a substitute for ballet training.

· If a student is injured/not taking technique classes, including pointe class if they have a pointe role, at any time during the Momotaro rehearsal and performance period, they cannot participate in Momotaro rehearsals or performances.

· Once the Momotaro rehearsal period begins, if a student’s injury prevents them from attending and fully participating in their daily PNB School technique and/or pointe classes, the student will be withdrawn from Momotaro rehearsals and performances in order to concentrate on their physical health and return to full school class participation.

· If a student has sustained an injury prior to the Momotaro rehearsal period, the student must be cleared for and participating fully in their daily PNB School technique and/or pointe classes by February 1, 2026, in order to participate in Momotaro rehearsals.

· All Momotaro rehearsals will be at the Phelps Center in Seattle.

· Costume Fittings: We will need to call most students multiple times over the coming months (from October through March) for costume fittings as we build costumes for this new production. Students will likely be called for costume fittings prior to rehearsals beginning in February. As possible, fittings will be scheduled around PNB School class times. Fitting requests will be emailed to families as they are needed.

Please click here for detailed information regarding auditions and a general schedule, including rehearsals and performance dates as well as the link to register for the audition. For questions, please contact Student Cast and Parent Volunteer Coordinator Lauren Kirchner at lkirchner@pnb.org. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, September 28.

Sincerely,

Peter Boal (he/him/his)

Artistic Director

Momotaro – Family Matinee Audition Information 20252025-09-18T16:30:06-07:00

Graduating Student Inquiry

Dear Level VII, VIII, and Adv. C Families,

As you know every year we hold student teacher conferences for levels III through Adv. C. For our Level VII, VIII, and Adv. C students that will be finishing their last year in high school we hold Graduate Student Conferences, to not only discuss their dance progress but to also discuss their plans after PNB.

To make sure we have the correct information before conferences start this upcoming school year, we ask for your confirmation on whether your student will be graduating this year.

If your student is not graduating this year please feel free to ignore this message.

Thank you!

PNB School Staff

Graduating Student Inquiry2025-08-21T16:54:03-07:00
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