06/04/2026
Our final graduating senior! ✨
Elyse Stachler is graduating from Alter High School this year. During her time at Alter, she was a member of the National Honor Society, earned Honor Roll recognition all four years, and participated in a variety of clubs and activities. She also played lacrosse and was a member of the Lancerette Dance Team for four years. Elyse had the honor of serving as Head Captain during the 2025–2026 season, leading the team through football, basketball (college and NBA), soccer, and baseball seasons.
In the fall, Elyse will attend Ohio University, where she plans to major in Interior Architecture and minor in either Business or Dance. She has danced at JDD for 14 years and has trained in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Lyrical. Her favorite styles are Contemporary and Hip Hop.
Dance has been a central part of Elyse’s life for as long as she can remember. She has grown up in the studio and has been inspired by many incredible teachers along the way. These teachers not only helped her become a stronger dancer, but also a better person. JDD has taught Elyse how to dance with “heart and determination,” and she will carry that same heart and determination with her throughout everything she does in the future.
