About
SHINE: Dance + Math = Success is an after-school program that combines formal dance training with rigorous math instruction. A typical SHINE day includes snacks and bonding, kinesthetic learning activities, dance training, small group tutoring, and a final day performance in front of family, friends, and teachers with costumes, awards, and snacks. The program is free to all participants and serves 6th-8th grade girls and middle school students.
Programs
- SHINE: Dance + Math = Success — 6th-8th grade girls; middle school students · After-school program that combines formal dance training with rigorous math instruction; SHINE is free to all participants.
At a glance
- Ages: 11–13 years old
About the provider
Jessica Johnson has directed KDA’s SHINE program since 2017, and Wendy Wisheropp-Brice has worked with the KDA SHINE program since 2023. Kern Dance Alliance states it has graduated a total of 238 SHINE girls and mentors to date. SHINE is a nationally recognized, curriculum-based, after-school program that combines formal dance training with rigorous math instruction to improve math scores and spark student interest in STEAM. Kern Dance Alliance also states that SHINE has received positive feedback from CNN, CBS, Fox, and the Boston Globe.
SHINE girls are 6th-8th grade girls interested in improving math scores, developing confidence, learning about STEAM careers, and participating in a program that empowers women. SHINE mentors are local high school or college women and are selected based on math background, tutoring experience, dance experience, attitude and enthusiasm, and a background check.
Last updated September 15, 2026.
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