“I was the ruler holder.”
June continued.
“And Dani said she could practice beside me so we know where everyone should be.”
Mr. Pierce traced one of the arrows with his finger.
“This might work. We’d have to check the spacing.”
He looked toward Elena.
“Are you the person who danced at the wedding?”
Elena smiled.
“I am.”
“I saw a clip online.”
Her expression tightened slightly.
“The standing clip?”
He nodded.
“Yes. Very impressive.”
“Thank you. But the part I enjoyed most was the seated dance afterward.”
Mr. Pierce looked surprised.
Elena continued.
“June wants to participate in the performance as she is. She shouldn’t need to demonstrate standing to earn a place in the choreography.”
He nodded slowly.
“That’s fair.”
Marissa leaned forward.
“We understand there are safety considerations. We want to work with you on those.”
“Of course,” Mr. Pierce replied.
He looked toward June.
“Would you be willing to try your proposed formation with a few classmates tomorrow?”
June’s face brightened.
“Yes!”
“We’ll need to make sure the stage entrance is accessible and that there’s enough clearance for everyone.”
Owen nodded.
“I can help confirm the wheelchair’s turning space.”
