Since 1989, Trenton Education Dance Institution (TEDI) has provided dance instruction in Trenton elementary schools, encouraging confidence, resiliency, cognitive and physical skills, and team building efforts. Through its tailored curriculum and professional teaching artists, TEDI has served thousands of children in the Trenton area over the past three decades. CHSofNJ is proud to support TEDI and the life-changing outcomes they produce.
Save the Date ~ TEDI’s 36th End of Year Event ~ May 22, 2025!
What We Do
TEDI programming is FUN! Each individual class receives 40 minutes of dance instruction. All classes are instructed by a team of 3 professional artists including a Lead Teacher/Choreographer, an Assistant, and a Musician. What makes TEDI extra special is that our musician provides live music the entire duration of the dance class.
Participants will engage in a fast-paced, inclusive, and fun approach to learning dance technique while striving to reach their personal best. They will master basic dance skills such as rhythm, footwork, counting, space awareness, and music fundamentals. As the residency progresses, these skills will evolve into choreography, and students will learn a series of dances. All participants will have the chance to perform in a school-based show to showcase their hard work to peers and families
Each May, our full year TEDI students present an annual End of Year (EOY) Event where they perform a series of shows for their peers, families and the community at large. At the EOY performances, we add stage lighting, and professional musicians and vocalists to enhance the evening for a full-fledged production. This event attracts audiences of nearly 1,000 each year and is a joyous time of celebration. TEDI’s residency programs run parallel to this format.
TEDI Testimonials: Click to see what our dancers, teachers, and school administrators are saying!
Accessibility at CHSofNJ – TEDI
The Trenton Education Dance Institute (TEDI) is dedicated to providing all patrons and students, including those who need accessible services, with a welcoming and accessible environment in which to enjoy the arts. Contact Sarah Stecker, ADA Coordinator, at sstecker@chsofnj.org or 609-695-6274 x 180 two weeks in advance of an event to request assistance for disability accessibility needs.
We have partnered with the Trenton Board of Education (TBOE) for 36 years and appreciate their strong commitment to TEDI! Below are links to TBOE policies from the TBOE website as a resource for parents of students enrolled in Trenton Public Schools. To view the CHSofNJ accessibility policies click here.
TBOE ADA/Non-Discrimination Policy
TBOE Discrimination Complaint and Procedures Form
TEDI Programs
We work with you to design a program that will meet your specific budgeting needs!
- In & After-School Programming
- Short & Long-Term Residencies (ex. 5-10 weeks)
- Style Specific Dance Clubs
- Workshops for Families & Staff
- Have another idea? Tell us about it!
Our Stats
- 6 Partner Schools & Counting
- 550+ Dancers Annually
- 36 Year Program History
- Students report feeling more accomplished, supported, and confident (2024 Evaluation Report)
- 96.2% approval rating from students & staff on program satisfaction (2024 Evaluation Report)
Let’s Dance!
Contact Kayla James, TEDI Artistic Director – kjames@chsofnj.org for more information.
