FACULTY & STAFF

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Megan R. Jones, a native of New Albany, Mississippi, began her early dance training under the direction of Sharon Long, where she performed as both a soloist and corps member with the Tupelo Ballet. Her dedication to the art form has led her to train with prestigious programs and institutions, including The Radio City Rockettes Summer Intensive in New York City, Joffrey Ballet School in New York City, and Chacott Nagoya Studio in Nagoya, Japan. She has also studied extensively with The Verdon Fosse® Legacy in New York City, participating in master classes and recently completing their training program with acclaimed artists including Stephanie Pope, Elizabeth Parkinson, and Mary Ann Lamb. With over twelve years of teaching experience, Megan has established herself as a devoted dance educator. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the integration of technique, performance quality, and choreographic development, providing her students with a comprehensive and inspiring dance education.

Samuel Gray is from Corinth, MS, and. has been dancing competitively for over eight years. He began dancing in his local production of The Nutcracker Ballet, which fostered his love for dance. Since then, he has earned numerous regional and national titles and has performed the role of The Nutcracker with the Tupelo Ballet. As he continues his career, Samuel looks forward to sharing his artistry with students by emphasizing textures, performance quality, and creative expression in his teaching. 

Isabella is from New Albany, MS, and has been dancing for 18 years, beginning her training at the age of three. Throughout her career, she has studied with artists from world-renowned companies including the New York City Ballet, Cincinnati Ballet, Alabama Ballet, Nashville Ballet, Béjart Ballet Lausanne and more. She has attended summer intensives with Ballet Magnificat! and was a member of the Itawamba Community College Indianettes. As a teacher, Isabella is passionate about breaking the mold of traditional instruction by balancing strong technical training with the joy of movement. She emphasizes proper technique while also encouraging her students to have fun, enjoy their time in the studio, and develop a genuine love for dance. 

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