Multifaceted Dance‑Based Classes for Santa Fe Public Elementary Schools

This contract awards a $30,000 sole‑source agreement to the National Dance Institute of New Mexico to deliver a school‑based, dance‑focused program for elementary students in Santa Fe. The program blends movement, nutrition, and social‑emotional learning (SEL) into weekly 50‑minute classes throughout the 2026‑2027 school year, culminating in mid‑year and end‑of‑year performances. The vendor leverages a proprietary “Teaching Excellence®” methodology, certified instructors, and a curriculum that includes the HIP‑To‑Be‑Fit® nutrition component. The initiative targets all students, with special emphasis on low‑income, at‑risk, English‑language‑learner, and physically‑disabled populations, and includes teacher‑training and community‑engagement components. • Weekly 50‑minute dance‑based SEL and nutrition classes in each elementary school (≈30 weeks). • Certified instructors paired with pianists; two‑year apprenticeship training. • Integrated curriculum (HIP‑To‑Be‑Fit®, SEL aligned with CASEL standards) and performance showcases. • Evaluation through pre‑/post‑program surveys and measurable academic gains. • Single‑vendor sole‑source award valued at $30,000 for the 2026‑2027 school year.