Read Yanitza’s Inspiring Story in the San Diego Business Journal
Yanitza, an 11th grader at A Step Beyond A Step Beyond (ASB) is in the news yet again! In this week’s issue of the San Diego Business Journal, Karen Pearlman highlights our very own Yanitza Morales, her hard work, and her successes at ASB. She also beautifully captures the history of our organization, key ASB […]
The Mental Health Benefits of Dance: Why We Choose Dance At ASB
ASB 11th graders Yanitza and Ruby participating in this summer’s Wellness Retreat put on by Family Services Coordinator, Yahaira Murillo. A Step Beyond Founder and former Executive Director Frank Foster says it best, “we choose dance at ASB because it allows students to let go of the stresses they encounter in everyday life and express […]
Dance, Nursing, and…Medieval Times? College Tour Adventures with ASB
This past month, our middle and high school students have had the opportunity to visit a range of college campuses in southern California. We are so proud of them for taking this important, exploratory step in their college and career readiness journeys. Read on to follow their adventures at San Diego State University (SDSU), California […]
Summer Dance Intensives: What They Are and How They Benefit Students
Ms. Casey, Shara, Amy, and Stephanie had a blast at Laguna Dance Festival’s Summer Intensive last month. Without the time constraints of schoolwork, many young dancers look forward to the summer season as an opportunity to focus more on their craft. Once they enter their teenage years, it is common for aspiring professional dancers […]
From the Garage to the Studio, ASB Helps Ricardo Build a Toolbox for Success
Ricardo is currently a junior at Orange Glen High School where he enjoys taking his Advanced Auto Technician class. He is passionate about working on cars and bikes and dreams of having his own mechanic shop or becoming a mechanical engineer someday. He is a true entrepreneur running his own car detailing business for the […]
ARISE! 2022 Program
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A Step Beyond’s Unique Model Supports Student Leadership and Success
Awash in Friday afternoon sunlight, Studio 4 buzzed with creativity and whimsy as Teaching Artist Casey Flores led several fourth grade students in rehearsal of Through Our Portals into a World of Imagination, a student-choreographed piece. A young student dressed in a purple tuxedo and top hat grew more and more confident as she went […]
An Unforgettable Evening of Dance: Don’t Miss A Step Beyond’s 2022 Annual Dance Concert, ARISE!
Come join us as we watch our talented dancers take the stage at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido for the first time in three years! A Step Beyond’s 2022 Annual Dance Concert, ARISE! is a contemporary dance experience that will fill your hearts and connect you to the students of A Step Beyond. […]
Your Midyear Impact Report is Here!
Thank you for all you do to support the students of A Step Beyond! Here is a brief update to show how your gifts are having an impact. View Full Report
Easy Nutrition Tips for Dancers: How to Take Care of Yourself and Have Fun with Food
From our inception in 2014, A Step Beyond has continually strived to build strong young people by giving them the resources they need to succeed in all aspects of their lives, including their physical health. Next week, our third grade students will participate in a nutrition workshop, where Family Services Manager Araceli Huerta will give […]
