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Jemma Mcrae founded Academy Street in 1996.Jemma was the school's director for 23 years, and she had a significant impact on the lives of many Aberdeen dance students during that time.For all those who had the opportunity to be a part of Jemma's dance journey, her reputable teaching and sparkling personality shone brightly.Gillian was a student at the Academy Street Dance School, where she later became a teacher, and Joanne joined the team in 2014.'Team Academy Street' came together as a result of this.We worked together as a trio for five years and respected each other as teachers and close friends.Our ever-inspiring 'Jem' passed away in February 2019, leaving behind one of her 'extended family's' most enduring legacies, Academy Street Dance Studio.Gillian and Joanne have agreed to continue Jemma's legacy in August 2019 at the family's request.We are both honoured to be given this opportunity, though it will be difficult without Jemma's guidance.We are excited and determined to carry on her legacy, life work, and 'Team Academy Street' for many more years.