Acknowledgements

This family business began in 1934 with Gerard “Pepe” Geoffrey, then changing its
name to the Hackworth School of Performing Arts in 1960 when daughter Jackie took
over.  It is now owned and operated by Jackie's daughters, Lisa and Alison, who along
with their talented staff would like to acknowledge all three generations that account
for 71 years of continuous quality Dance Training.

We would like to say a special thank-you to our hard working and dedicated staff for
all their help with a very rewarding season once again.  Lisa Heath (Assistant Director)
Dawn Matthews, Diana Dupuis Panetta, Marianne Bouthilette, Debbie Bean, Erin
Kunze, Bernie Courtney, Diane Domina, Kathy Mellon, Teddy Forance, Nick Anthony
Jennifer Hackworth, Kelly Duhart, Andrea Sandoval, Ivy Balch and Amanda Latour.
Thanks also to our wonderful assistants— Christine Cote, Tom Luce, Candice
Dodge, Leanne Trytko, Ashley Parsons, Brittany Tirrell, Jonathan Hawkes, Stephanie
Desmond, Sam Willis, Julie Aquadro, Kim Rau, Rebecca Borsuk, Melissa Tavares,
Nicki DeMagistris, Shannen McMahon, Sydney Dillon, Lucy West, Lauren Waslick,
Tiffany Kasa, Molly Home, Michelle Turner, Ashley Shattuck, Kristina Dupuis,
Brittany Glenn and Tern Desmond. Thank-you also to our Tiny Tot aids Amanda
Colpack, Linda Bachteler and Kathy Esposito. A Special thanks to all the students who
helped out with the snack bar this year, especially Shannen McMahon. We really
appreciate all your time!

Farewell and best wishes to our graduating seniors: Teddy Forance, Candice Dodge
Leah Katz, Danielle Paquin, Joyce McCauley, Hannah Conway, Stephanie Lemoine,
Lauren Betencourt and Christine Cote.

It is with great sadness that we must say goodbye to all our graduating seniors, most
of whom have been with us since they were toddlers. We have had the pleasure of
watching each of you grow and learn over the years and we are so very proud of who
you are and all you've accomplished. You will always be a special part of our
“dancing family” and your talents and personalities will not be forgotten! We wish you
great happiness and success in your future and hope you will always carry with you a
special place in your hearts for the time you’ve spent with us here at the Hackworth
School. We will miss all of you more than you can possibly imagine!

Congratulations to all our company dancers for another successful competitive
season winning hundreds of awards, scholarships, and titles throughout the East Coast
as well as winning high awards at National Competitions. Thank You for your
commitment and dedication and to your parents for your unending love and support!

“Best of Luck” to those of you who will be competing and participating in
upcoming National Competitions and events we know you’ll do great once again!

Once again we will be having our annual 4 day workshop for Kinder through
Intermediate/Advanced Students. Please call the Dance Studio at 527-0892 to register. We are
also offering a new Kinder Program during the day for ages 2-6. including Dance, Theater, Arts
and Crafts, Story Time and much more. We will now be offering a Cheerleading Camp as well.
Call for details.

We Dance Love, We Dance JOy, We Dance Dreams, We Dance to bring Smiles
and Happiness!!! Thank you students for your talents, patience, love and for
working so hard towards our goal every year.. .that of striving for excellence in the
Performing Arts.