Irish dancers entertain, educate at Sussex Academy

Sussex Academy elementary students were treated to an educational, entertaining and timely performance March 14 by the McAleer-Paulson School of Irish Dance.

The show was especially impressive, said Dean of Elementary Connie Hendricks, because all of the performers were Sussex Academy students, ranging from first to eighth grade.

"I feel incredibly fortunate that our students have shared their Irish dance talents with us for four years running,” Hendricks said. “Watching their skills blossom each year has been a joy. The energy and enthusiasm from everyone, students and staff alike, makes this one of my absolute favorite assemblies."

Students performed a variety of traditional and custom solo and group dances, changing footwear to match their styles, while instructors discussed Irish culture and the history of dance in Ireland.