[Lotus Eater]

I agree with Holly's suggestion of carrying your dance clothes and shoes in a separate bag to free up some space in your tote. I used to carry my P.E. clothes and shoes in a cloth bag when I was in school, so that I still had room for my books, stationery, and lunch in my bag. After all, you're going to need your pencil case for your classes, so it won't do to take it out of your bag, or take your stationery out of it so that you can put your lunch in there instead.