Guests - Summer Aiello & Shannon ThomasHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorBeing a dance parent requires learning a lot of new information, from theatre etiquette to competition structures. But one thing that’s not covered in any studio handbook is how not to be a stage mom. Joining us on this week's episode of Making the Impact is dance parent Summer Aiello and studio owner Shannon Thomas to school us on the behaviors and qualities that make up an ideal dance parent and how NOT to be a “stage mom.”Topics Include:Understanding boundaries between your dancer and your studio ownerlearning what is acceptable dance parent behavior how to stay involved without pushing limitsIf you love Making The Impact and want to support our podcast, buy us a coffee now on Ko-Fi! Your donation will go directly towards helping create quality content for future episodes. We appreciate your support! ❤️Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceSummer @SummerbelliesShannon @legacydance386This episode is sponsored by:FAVE4 Haircare - High-performing hair products built for the stage!Use code: IMPACT15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order!Dance Costumes by Urzúa - Custom Dance Costumes and Dancewear for made every body! Use code: IMPACT15 for 15% off all costumes and dancewear!  Join our NEW Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox!  Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show (http://www.ko-fi.com/makingtheimpact)