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Parent Information Guide
 

Music

All classes will be conducted to Christian music.  However, we will also be using some classical for our ballet classes as well as some age-appropriate children’s music for our younger students. 
For recital all of our music will honor and glorify God. 
 

Payments

-         There is a $30.00 enrollment fee.

-         Tuition is due on the 1st class day of each month. 
      A late fee of $10 will be added after the 10th unless arrangements are made.

-         There will be a $20 fee for returned checks.

-         Full tuition is due each month whether it is a long (5 week) or short (2 week) month and regardless of whether your child attends every class or not. 

      We will not hold classes in observance of certain holidays. 

      No refunds can be given in the case of natural disasters.  (i.e.- Hurricanes)  Make up classes will be scheduled for the Spring semester.

-          Please make checks payable to “Steps of Faith Dance Studio” and drop in black payment box on the desk.

 

Monthly Tuition Costs
Registration Fee $30
1st Class                  $42
2nd Class                 $20 
3rd Class                 $15
 
Class Time
Please do not drop your child off at the studio more than 10 minutes prior to her/his class.
Most classes are “closed curtain” (meaning teacher and students only in the classroom). 
This helps minimize distraction for the students.   Our viewing window will be open on occasion and we will have open house in December.
You are more than welcome to stay in our foyer area during your child’s class time if you would like.  However, this area can become a little warm due to the windows as well as a little crowded.  If you would like to drop your child off, we will take excellent care of her/him!   
Please have your child change back into street shoes before leaving.  Dance shoes are for the studio only, they are never to be worn outside.
 
Holidays
2010-2011
No classes will be held the following days:
Sepember 5, Labor Day
November 21-25, Happy Thanksgiving!
December 19-30, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
March 12-16, Happy Spring Break!
Reminder:  Tuition is the same on months with holidays.
 
Dress Code
It is expected that class dress codes will be followed.  If a student arrives for class out of dress code more than twice they will be asked to observe class only and will not be able to participate.
 
**Attendance**
Attendance is taken at each class and recognition is given at the recital for perfect attendance.  Good attendance is imperative, as absences can hold back an entire class.  Please make every effort to have your child at every class unless your child is ill.  This is most important after Christmas. 
Students missing more than 3 classes during recital season (January to May) may not be able to participate in the recital!   
When it is time to sign up for spring ball or other springtime activities, which also coincides with recital season, please keep in mind how important attendance is before recital.

Please avoid tardiness.  The beginning of class is an important time when students prepare their bodies through stretches that will help them avoid injury. 
Also, please be on time to pick your child up.  
 
Insurance
It is required that all dance students be covered by their own family insurance policies and if injury occurs it is understood that the student’s own policy is the only source of reimbursement.
 
 Extra Fees
Most dance programs with end of the year recitals have extra costs/fees.  Our program is no exception.  These expenses can catch new parents off guard.  Hopefully, knowing of these added costs in advance will help parents prepare for them.  The following expenses are approximate.

Costumes               $45-$85 per costume depending on size and/or style

Recital Fee             $65 per family

*Costume Deposits ($30 per costume) are due by November 1st.
*Costume Balances due in full by December 1st. 

*Recital fees are due by March 1st.
 
RECITAL RELATED DATES
Spacing Day at the Julie Rogers Theatre is scheduled for Sunday, May 6, 2012 (Times TBA)
DRESS REHEARSAL is scheduled for Monday, May 7, 2012 at the Julie Rogers Theatre at 6:00.
RECITAL is scheduled for Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at the Julie Rogers Theatre at 6:00.
Since our recital is early this year, we will practice numerous Saturdays in the Spring.
 
 **Keeping Parents Informed**

Due to the size of our school at this time it is no longer easy or practical to communicate with parents on paper.  Most communication will now be electronic, including newsletters. 

Please make sure we have a current e-mail address if possible!  All information will be e-mailed and posted on our website.  Steps of Faith also has a facebook page!

 

  Thank you for being a part of Steps of Faith Dance Studio!  
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