Randolph School is thrilled to announce the hiring of Meredith Miller as the new Head Coach of the Randolph Raiders Dance Team. A highly accomplished and passionate leader in the world of dance, Miller brings extensive experience—including a prestigious stint as the Division I Head Dance Coach at the University of North Carolina (UNC)—to the Randolph sidelines.

"When the dance team position became available, I immediately had interest,” said Miller. “As a lifelong dancer, high school cheerleader, dance teacher, and former collegiate dance team coach, there was a genuine excitement for an opportunity at Randolph to give back to the sport that has meant so much to me.”

Miller served as Head Coach of the UNC Dance Team from 1999–2001, where she led one of the most visible and respected collegiate spirit programs in the country. Her time with the Tar Heels, a flagship athletics program in the ACC and NCAA Division I landscape, shaped much of her coaching approach and deepened her commitment to building high-energy, high-character dance teams. “Coaching at the University of North Carolina was an experience I will never forget,” she said. “Being part of the Tar Heel Spirit program and working with athletes at the collegiate level helped me realize how much I love developing dancers into confident, spirited performers.”

Miller’s coaching philosophy centers on creating a culture of excellence, enthusiasm, and empowerment. “Ultimately, my coaching philosophy is about creating an environment where motivation, encouragement, success, and enthusiasm work hand-in-hand to inspire responsibility, leadership, achievement, and confidence,” she explained. “I believe every dancer has the potential to succeed, and my role is to guide and support them in discovering that potential. I want every dancer to feel a sense of belonging and pride—both in themselves and in the Randolph program.”

Beyond her collegiate credentials, Miller brings a wealth of experience from across the dance world. She trained competitively on the West Coast before moving to Huntsville, where she danced through high school. At Birmingham-Southern College, she continued her dance journey while also teaching at a local studio in Vestavia Hills. After her time at UNC, she returned to Huntsville, teaching at a local studio for six years, choreographing high school cheer routines alongside her sister, and serving on the Huntsville International League board, including three years as Cheer Director for the Little Panther Cheerleading program.

Miller is excited to grow the Randolph Dance Team into a hub of school spirit and Raider pride. “First and foremost, we are going to have a lot of fun, but this program does require commitment and dedication from each individual athlete,” she said. “This team will have the opportunity to perform at pep rallies, football games, and basketball games. We want to build confidence, celebrate school spirit, and foster friendships through a shared love of dance.”

Randolph’s Director of Athletics, Mike Morris, shared his enthusiasm about the future of the dance program under Coach Miller’s leadership.

“Meredith’s passion for dance and her commitment to working with young people makes this a win for Randolph Athletics,” said Morris. “We’re excited to see how her energy will create more school spirit across campus. Her commitment to our Core Values and Athletic Mission is obvious.”

With a decorated résumé and an infectious energy for her craft, Meredith Miller is ready to usher in a new era for Randolph Dance where excellence, spirit, and tradition meet center stage.

She emphasized that previous technical training is a plus but not required. “Some students may not have formal studio training, but they’ve got rhythm, personality, and performance instinct,” she noted. “If you love to dance, we want to see you at evaluations!”

Don't miss your chance to connect with Coach Meredith Miller in person at Raider Gameday on Sunday, April 13! She’ll be on hand to meet and greet all prospective dance team families and students, answer questions, and share more about her vision for the Randolph Dance Team.

Gameday will be held on the Garth Commons from 4:00–6:00 PM. Come out, enjoy the festivities, and get to know the newest member of our Raider coaching family!

Let’s dance into an exciting new chapter together!

Evaluations for the 2025 Randolph Dance Team (open to rising 9th–12th graders):

Dance Team questionnaire due: Monday, April 21 *MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON)
(submit to Coach Miller in person or via email)
Virtual Clinic: April 21–22 (learn material independently)
In-Person Review Clinic: Wednesday, April 23 | 4:00–5:30 PM | Garth Commons
Evaluations: Thursday, April 24 | 4:00 PM | Shields-Jones Gym

Interested students may reach out to Coach Miller directly at mmiller@randolphschool.net.