The final step before heading home—with their dance cookie in hand—is choosing a favorite image. That’s the photo I edit the same day and, with their permission, post to social media the next morning.
Here is the last month of 2025 as we wait for 2026 to get started…
Phoebe — Charlotte Ballet TraineeMaggie — UNC CharlotteSonya — Butler BalletMaia — Fishback Studios (NM)Lauren — Texas Christian University School of Dance
Maile — Sacramento Ballet (CA)Maddie — Tapio School (SC)Drew — UNCSA Prep DanceAmalia — UNCSA HSLucille — Cary Ballet Conservatory