Shannon Rush-Locke - Studio owner and teacher of dance. Ms. Rush-Locke began dancing at the Wheaton Studio of Dance at the age of 3. Over the past 26 years, she has assisted Ms. Reese as an assistant teacher and later progressed to teacher where she continues teaching all styles of dance. Her dancing has led her to performing in numerous competitions, conventions, and shows. In addition, Ms. Rush-Locke has appeared in movies, commercials, and pageants.

She continues her dance education and uses her knowledge to teach her students to appreciate and love dance just as her mentor, Ms. Reese, has for the past 49 years. Ms. Rush-Locke has attended college and is employed by Montgomery County Public Schools (Special Education). She also serves the Wheaton community as an EMT and life member of the Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad.