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2012-2013 Handbook

Providence Rd.

This Student Handbook belongs to:

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Welcome to Miller Street Dance Academy On behalf of our staff and faculty, I want to welcome you to Miller Street Dance Academy. Thank you for bringing your dancer to us! This will be a fun filled year with loads of new dance steps and exercise. This handbook is a guide to help parents and students, and is yours to keep. On the following pages is all the information you will need to help your dancer succeed and grow at our studio. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to ask. We look forward to teaching your dancer and getting to know them.

Dancing Wishes, Michelle Rogers

Miller Street Dance Academy 11532 Providence Road, Suite O

Charlotte, N.C. 28277

704-889-TOES (8637) Fax: 704 841-2830

Office Hours:

Monday-Saturday

Closed Monday through Friday for Lunch

Please check our website or call for specific hours of operation

www.millerstreetdanceacademy.com

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TABLE!OF!CONTENTS!

Table of Contents Class Descriptions ............................................................................... Page 2 Tuition Rates & Fees .......................................................................... Page 3 Important Dates Studio Dates ............................................................................ Page 4 Recital Dates ........................................................................... Page 4 Advanced Classes Competition Team .................................................................. Page 5 Technique Classes ................................................................... Page 5 Private Instruction ................................................................... Page 5 Camps & Parties Camps ..................................................................................... Page 5 Birthday Parties ....................................................................... Page 5 Ballet Program Mission Statement ................................................................... Page 6 Ballet Levels ........................................................................... Page 6 Class Attire .............................................................................. Page 6 It’s More Than Just Dance Service Society ........................................................................ Page 7 Bands for Liberia .................................................................... Page 7 Komen………………………………………………………..Page 7 Homework Room .................................................................... Page 7 Honorable Dancers .................................................................. Page 7 Dance Store ............................................................................ .Page 7 Studio Policies Tuition and Registration Fees ................................................. Page 8 Class Schedule.........................................................................Page 8 Schedule Changes....................................................................Page 8 Student Class Placement ......................................................... Page 9 Student/Parent/Teacher Relations ........................................... Page 9 Absenteeism & Inclement Weather ........................................ Page 9 Student Dress Code and Shoes ............................................. Page 10 Waiting Room and Lobby Rules ........................................... Page 11 Homework & Snack Room Rules ......................................... Page 11 Personal Belongings .............................................................. Page 11 Lockers……………………………………………………...Page 11 Photography Release ............................................................. Page 12 Medical Insurance ................................................................. Page 12 Preparing for Class and Your First Week ............................. Page 12 All About Recital Recital Fees…………………………………………………Page 13 Costume Fees……………………………………………….Page 13 FAQ…………………………………………………………Page 13 Registration Form (COMPLETE, REMOVE & TURN IN) .............. Page 15 Auto-Draft Form (COMPLETE, REMOVE & TURN IN) ............... Page 17 Parent Quick Reference .............................................................. Back Cover

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Combo is a 45 minute class for students 2 ½ to 6 ½ years old. This class teaches the fundamentals of tap and ballet. Students will begin with tap and finish with ballet. Students should arrive in class with tap shoes on. Teachers will assist young dancers with shoe changes. Tumbling is a 30 minute class for students 3 to 6 years old. This class teaches the basics of floor tumbling including forward rolls, back bends, cartwheels and fundamental acrobatic strengthening and coordinating skills. This class does not participate in the recital. Cheer Dance is a 30 minute class for students 4 to 6 years old. This class learns fun Miller Street cheers and age appropriate cheerleading style dance routines to upbeat “tween-type” music. Jazz/Hip Hop is a 30 minute class for students 5 to 8 years old and a 45 minute class for students 9 years old to Teen. This class combines the upbeat dancing style of hip-hop with the technique of jazz. All music selections and dance moves are age appropriate. Tap is a 30 minute class that is offered for students 7 to 18 years old. This is a percussive style of dancing. Its name comes from the tapping sound made when the metal plates on the dancer's shoes touches a hard surface. (Younger students are encouraged to take a combination class, see Combo) Pre-Ballet I is a 30 minute class offered to our students 6 to 7 years of age. It is designed to prepare dancers transitioning from Combo to Ballet I. This class will focus on basic barre and center work and introduce the fundamentals of our ballet program including class expectations and attire. Students will remain in this class the entire year and there is a recital. Students who begin class August 20-September 1 please have a parent attend the first class, as well. Ballet is a class that varies from 45 minutes to 2 hours and is offered for students 7 to 18 years old. This class is divided into 6 levels and students are placed by skill level. See page 6 for details on ballet levels. (Younger students are encouraged to take a Combo or Pre-Ballet class) Acro is a 45 minute class for students 6 to 18 years old. This is an acrobatic style class that teaches floor gymnastics. Acro is a class that progresses from forward rolls and cartwheels to advanced tumbling, including aerial work. Teachers work with each student on their individual level. This class also focuses on flexibility, agility, and teamwork. Teen Jazz is a 45 minute class offered to students 13 to18 years old. Jazz is a style of dance that is structured in technique while taking many shapes and forms. It can be performed to a vast variety of style music from Broadway to pop. Teen Hip Hop is a 45 minute class offered to students 13 to 18 years old. Hip Hop is an upbeat style of dance performed to popular music. Although Hip Hop’s roots came from urban street dancing, it has become increasingly popular in the entertainment world. Hip Hop takes many forms and is continually changing. Lyrical is 45 minute class offered to students 13 to 18 years old. Lyrical dance is a fusion of ballet and jazz dance techniques that uses dramatic motion to interpret music and express emotion. Boys Hop Hop is a 30 minute class for our boys 7-12 years old. Boys will learn the latest upbeat hip-hop moves in this all boys class!

CLASS!DESCRIPTIONS!!

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TUITION!RATES!&!FEES!Tuition: Miller Street Dance Academy uses a sliding scale to calculate tuition rates. Add up the amount of time per week of classes, then slide over and find the rate of tuition per month. Competition team members add an additional $10/month to the total monthly tuition.

Class Time Per Week

Tuition Per Month

Class Time Per Week

Tuition Per Month

Class Time Per Week

Tuition Per Month

30 min $55 3 ½ hours $97 6 ¼ hours $130 45 min $60 3 ¾ hours $100 6 ½ hours $133

1 hour $67 4 hours $103 6 ¾ hours $136

1 ¼ hours $70 4 ¼ hours $106 7 hours $139 1 ½ hours $73 4 ½ hours $109 7 ¼ hours $142

1 ¾ hours $76 4 ¾ hours $112 7 ½ hours $145

2 hours $79 5 hours $115 7 ¾ hours $148

2 ¼ hours $82 5 ¼ hours $118 8 hours $151 2 ½ hours $85 5 ½ hours $121 8 ¼ hours $154

2 ¾ hours $88 5 ¾ hours $124 8 ½ hours $157

3 hours $91 6 hours $127 8 ¾ hours $160 3 ¼ hours $94 9 hours $163

Payment: Tuition is due by the 1st of each month, no later than the 10th, and can be paid via cash, credit card, debit card, auto-draft, or check. If you wish to be on auto-draft, please see page 17 for details. If you wish to continue on auto-draft from the previous year, please check this option on the registration form on page 15. After the 10th of the month, a $15 late fee will be charged and enforced on all accounts past due, this also includes auto draft accounts. Late notices will be sent via email. Checks can be made out to: Miller Street Dance Academy or MSDA. Tuition is not pro-rated for absences. Dancers are encouraged to attend makeup classes for classes missed. Fees: Miller Street Dance Academy has three fees. They are listed below

Fee Amount Due 1 *Registration Fee $50 per dancer/Max $100 per family At time of registration 2 **Costume Fees See page 11 October 1, 2012 3 ***Recital Fee $42 February 1, 2013 Notes Regarding Fees: *At Time of Registration: $50 Registration fee is non-refundable- NO EXCEPTIONS. Payment and signed registration form must be turned in to reserve your space. Online registrants will sign the studio rules and agreement electronically. Family max applies to registered siblings only. **Costume Note: If classes change, then costume amount will also change. Costume fees are approximate and are subject to change ***Recital Note: Students are assumed to be performing in end of year recital unless they have opted out in writing. Students who wish to opt out must do so for all of their classes.

See page 8 for more information regarding Tuition and Fee policies.

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IMPORTANT!DATES!Studio Dates

Hint Add these to your calendar

*We will have classes on school teacher workdays In the case of inclement weather there will be information on the telephone’s outgoing message and all families

who receive the newsletter will get email notification. (See page 9)

Recital Dates Show # Class Day Dress Rehearsal Recital

1 Monday Classes Thursday June 6, 2013 at 6:30 pm Saturday June 8, 2013 at 12:00 pm

2 Tuesday Classes Friday June 7, 2013 at 4:00 pm Saturday June 8, 2013 at 3:00 pm

6 Wednesday Classes

Saturday June 8, 2013 at 9:00 am Sunday June 9, 2013 at 6:00 pm

3 Thursday Classes

Friday June 7, 2013 at 6:30 pm Saturday June 8, 2013 at 6:00 pm

4 Friday Classes

Wednesday June 5, 2013 at 4:00 pm Sunday June 9, 2013 at 12:00 pm

5 Saturday Classes Thursday June 6, 2013 at 4:00 pm Sunday June 9, 2013 at 3:00 pm

Important Dates Studio Information

August 20, 2012 Classes Begin September 3, 2012 Studio closed for Labor Day October 1, 2012 Recital Costume fees are due October 31, 2012 All classes that begin after 5 PM are cancelled November 21 – 24, 2012 Studio closed for Thanksgiving Break December 12 – 18, 2012 Parent Observation Week December 19, 2012 – January 1, 2013 Studio closed for Holiday Break January 12, 2013 Last day to change classes February 1, 2013 Recital fees are due April 1– 6, 2013 Studio closed for Spring Break TBA Spring Parent Observation Week May 27, 2013 Studio closed for Memorial Day June 5 – 9, 2013 Dress Rehearsals & Recitals June 10 – 15, 2013 Fun-Awards Week June 15, 2013 Last Day of Classes June 10 – 22, 2013 Withdrawn dancers may pick up their costume(s).

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ADVANCED!CLASSES,!CAMPS!&!PARTIES!

Competition Team Miller Street Dance Academy has been a leader in dance education since 1994. We believe that our success comes as a result of providing solid training and quality service, along with an underlying belief in the strength of our organization. Here at Miller Street Dance Academy we have petite, junior, and senior dance teams that are all regionally and nationally ranked. Our dancers display technical excellence as well as sportsmanship and camaraderie. If you are interested in finding out more information on our teams or how to try out, please stop by the Studio Office.

Technique Classes Summer Technique Classes are for ages 5 and up. These classes are similar to regular season classes and include dance styles such as tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, musical theater, and acrobatics. Summer technique classes are on a pay-per-class basis and there is no registration fee or recital. Students can purchase tickets and spend them on any desired class on any day that is in their age level. These are a great way to continue dance through the summer and increase technical skills. Please visit our website for details.

Private Instruction Miller Street Dance Academy offers private instruction for all ages in a variety of dance styles. Please contact the studio for prices and availability.

Summer Camps Miller Street Dance Academy offers dance camp for ages 4 to 8 during the summer. Camps are four days long and include activities such as tumbling, face painting, arts & crafts, puppet shows, and much more! Check out our website or contact the office for dates.

Birthday Parties Miller Street Dance Academy offers birthday parties for ages three years and up - with dance, games, tumbling, and gift opening. The birthday child helps instruct the class and has their choice of making princess wands or hair ties. This one hour and thirty minute party is the perfect way for parents to come and relax while our creative and fun instructors do the work for you. All you need to bring is the cake, juice boxes, candles, lighter, knife, and a camera! Please contact the office for availability and times.

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BALLET!PROGRAM!

Mission Statement Miller Street Dance Academy prides itself on its ballet program. All students, beginner through advanced, receive hands on instruction from teachers who are enthusiastic and use age appropriate techniques to impart a love for the discipline of this timeless art form. The curriculum uses elements from the Vaganova, Royal Academy, and Balanchine methods to emphasize technique, alignment, and musicality.

Ballet Levels (Pre-Ballet I-VI/ Pre-Pointe/ Pointe) At each age appropriate level, the curriculum teaches the fundamentals of classical ballet. Students benefit from the development of coordination, muscle strength, motor and listening skills along with the musical and spatial awareness that ballet offers. 6 and 7 years olds either rising from a combo class or new to our program should register for Pre-Ballet I. Students ages 7+ should register for Ballet I. Ballet levels II-VI will be posted by the instructors for all returning students. It is expected for a student to remain more than one year in a ballet level. New students will be evaluated for placement. Please contact the office to inquire about any placement questions.

Class Attire Pre-Ballet I-V: Black leotard, pink tights, pink split sole ballet shoes, and hair secured neatly back in a bun. Students will be asked to watch class if they are not dressed properly. Boys attire should be a white fitted tee shirt along with black fitted shorts or jazz pants. The white shirt must be tucked in and the boys must wear white socks with black split sole ballet shoes. Ballet VI: Black leotard, black stirrup tights, pink split sole ballet shoes, and hair secured neatly back in a bun. Pre-Pointe & Pointe: Black leotard, pink tights, pointe shoes, hair secured neatly back in a bun and students may wear skirts. *Ballet shoes and pointe shoes must be sewn completely. Tights must be worn over the feet, no jewelry and girls must wear a black sports bra if one is needed . !

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IT’S!MORE!THAN!JUST!DANCE!!!

Service Society You are formally invited to join the Miller Street Dance Academy Service Society. Miller Street Dance Academy is committed to community service. We feel that a mixture of strong dance technique, good grades, and service to our community will build self-esteem among our dancers. A very small percent of our students will make dance a career, but 100% will go on to become citizens. There are many ways to participate in our Service Society.

• Purchase Bands for Liberia • Donate to our Current Projects • Sponsor a Service Project

Any Miller Street dancer can be a member of the Service Society. All you need is an open mind, an open heart, and open hands. Please see the Service Society page of our website for more details including project applications and current projects you can contribute to.

Bands for Liberia You may see many dancers wearing a pink Miller Street Dance Academy band. Our goal is to raise $1 Million dollars by selling these pink bracelets for $1.00 with the proceeds benefiting an orphanage in Liberia.

Komen Miller Street is an annual sponsor of the Komen Walk for the Cure. Breast cancer research and fundraising is very near to our hearts. We encourage all families to join our team in October and help in the fight against breast cancer.

Homework Room Miller Street offers a student homework and study room. We are happy to help our dancers in their scholastic efforts. We would love all our dancer’s to make the Honorable Dancer roll (see below.) Food is allowed in the homework room with some exceptions. Please see page 11 for details.

Honorable Dancers Miller Street Dance Academy recognizes the scholastic achievement of students that turn in report cards with all A’s and B’s. Students are recognized during our Fun Week at the end of the year. This is the week following recital and is held during dancer’s regular class times. Stop by the office and turn in a copy of your report card to become a Miller Street Dance Academy Honorable Dancer!

Dance Store Visit our Baxter Village dance store for the latest in MSDA wear and merchandise. It is located at 967 Market Street, Suite 100 in Fort Mill, SC. Call 803-396-JAZZ (5299) for hours of operation.

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STUDIO!POLICIES! Tuition and Registration Fees

1. Registration Fee: A $50 non-refundable registration fee per student, maximum $100 per family is due at time of registration. 2. First & Last Month’s Tuition: August 2012 tuition & June 2013 tuition are due at time of registration. Both months are

prorated for ½ months tuition rate. 3. Tuition Late Fee: Tuition is due on the 1st of each month, no later than the 10th. After that time, a $15 late fee will be

charged and enforced on all accounts past due. Statements and notices will be sent via email. 4. Pro-rated Months: August and June are the only prorated months of tuition. June tuition is due when classes are assigned

and is non-refundable. September through May will be charged a full month’s tuition. Whether the month is short (3 weeks) or long (5 weeks), tuition remains the same. Tuition is not prorated for absences-you are encouraged to attend makeup classes for missed classes. Please refer to the absenteeism and inclement weather section on page 9.

5. Sibling Discounts: The student with the most dance instruction time will pay normal tuition and all siblings receive a 25% discount. There is a $50 registration fee per student with a family cap (for siblings) of $100 in registration fees.

6. Methods of Payment: Miller Street accepts personal checks, credit cards, debit cards and cash as methods of payment. If you pay in cash, please give it to an office staff member and receive a receipt. If paying by check, credit card, or debit card please write the student’s name in the memo section of your check or at the top of the receipt. Checks should be made payable to “Miller Street Dance Academy” or can be abbreviated “MSDA”. Only checks may be deposited into the tuition box located in the lobby.

7. Auto-draft: Miller Street offers auto-drafting from debit and credit cards. An auto-draft form is located on page 17 and can be implemented at any time during the dance season. A late charge will be applied to any account that fails to process. It is the card holder’s responsibility to update the studio with credit/debit card expiration dates and account number changes.

8. Advanced Payment: You may pay in advance for tuition and fees; however, there is no discount. 9. Online Registration: When registering online, you are agreeing to have the total amount due for registration deducted from

your credit card. You are also automatically enrolled in our auto draft method of payment for the remainder of the year. If you would like to be removed from auto draft please stop by the office to fill out a form.

Class Schedule

For the most updated version of our class schedule please visit www.millerstreetdanceacademy.com and click on “Current Schedule” located under the “Classes” menu.

Schedule Changes 1. Class Changes: A student may drop and add classes depending on availability. Class changes

will not be allowed after January 12, 2013 to ensure proper costume orders and recital positions. Private lessons may be required for late registrants; this will be at the teacher’s discretion.

2. Withdraws: A student wishing to drop all their classes is considered to be withdrawing from the studio. Parents are required to give a 30-day written notice and are responsible for 30 days tuition. A student not showing up for classes does not constitute a withdrawal. June’s pre-paid tuition will be applied to the 30 days required payment and the remaining balance should be settled at time of withdrawal.

3. Waitlist Policy: Students desiring placement in a full class will be placed on a waitlist. It is the studio’s discretion to fill available spots. To be put on a put on a waitlist please send an email to: waitlist@millerstreetdanceacademy.com

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STUDIO!POLICIES!

Student Class Placement 1. Age Groups: All classes are based on the student’s age as of September 30th, no exceptions. A student may select a class in a

younger age group, but may not choose a class in an older age group. The instructors have the final say as to which class(es) students are placed in.

2. Pre-Ballet: Pre-Ballet is for dancers 6 or 7 years of age. It is designed to prepare dancers transitioning from 5/6 Combo to our Ballet program. If you are unsure of whether your dancer should attend Pre-Ballet I or Ballet I, please speak with your instructor.

3. Ballet I-VI: Ballet I-VI is for dancers 7 years old and up. Ballet levels are based on skill set and not age. If you are unsure of whether your 7 year old should attend Ballet I or Pre-Ballet I please consult with your instructor. Ballet levels II-VI will be posted by the instructors for all returning students. You must have a referral from the ballet instructor to register for ballet levels II and up. It is expected for a student to remain more than one year in a ballet level. New students will be evaluated for placement. Each Ballet level has a very specific dress code and all ballet students are expected to adhere to the guidelines as listed on page 6.

Student/Parent/Teacher Relations 1. Emails: Instructors can be contacted via email. All emails are listed on the Miller Street website. Please do not try to catch

an instructor between classes. Class schedules are very tight and our instructors would like to give your questions and concerns the proper attention.

2. Facebook: We are on Facebook! Become a fan and keep up with latest Miller Street news! 3. Phone Calls: You may leave a message for a teacher at the studio. Do not call any staff member at home. Due to varied

work schedules, emails are best. 4. Disruptive Behavior: Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. If this occurs repeatedly, the parent will be contacted. If it

continues, the student will be dismissed from class that day. 5. Opening Class Doors: Please respect our instructors. All classes are closed session. Do not open the door during class time.

Please wait patiently in the hall. When classes are over, the instructor will open the door for the next class to enter. 6. Observing Class: Fall and Spring Parent Observation Weeks are the only time parents and families are invited into the

classroom. All other times our classes are closed door sessions. 7. Parent Observation: There will be a parent observation just before winter break, and in the spring at costume hand out.

Parents will be invited to attend and watch the entire class. See page 4 for dates. 8. Newsletter: All registered accounts will automatically be subscribed to our email newsletter and studio updates. Accounts

may unsubscribe or change their email preferences at any time, however if they do they will miss out on important studio information.

Absenteeism & Inclement Weather 1. Illness Policy: Parents are advised to keep their students at home for the following conditions:

• Pain – any complaints of unexplained or undiagnosed pain. • Runny nose (green mucus indicates infection), watery eyes, coughing, sore throat, or productive cough. Difficulty in

breathing – wheezing or a persistent cough. • Fever (100°F/38.3°C or more) • Infected skin or eyes or an undiagnosed rash. Severe itching of body and scalp. • Unexplained diarrhea or loose stool combined with nausea, vomiting, or abdominal cramps. These may indicate a

bacterial or viral infection that is easily passed from one child to another. • Nausea and vomiting. • Children with known or suspected communicable diseases or lice.

2. Missing Classes: If a student will be missing 2 or more consecutive weeks of class, please contact the studio office. The office staff will relay the information to the instructors.

3. Inclement Weather: In the case of inclement weather there will be information on the telephone outgoing message as well as a Facebook update. All families who receive the newsletter will get email notification (see newsletter note in section above).

4. Make Up Classes: There are no refunds for missed classes. These can be made up any time before May in an age appropriate class, even if it’s a different style than what the student is taking. After May 1st make-up classes attended must be in a class doing the same recital routine. Please contact the studio office for information. Please get a “Make-up Class” form from the office to take into class with you.

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STUDIO!POLICIES!

Student Dress Code 1. Modesty: No mid-drifts should be shown at any time, and thighs should be covered. Leotards should be worn with tights.

Students may elect to wear shorts over top of their leotard, but tights must still be worn underneath. 2. Shoes: Proper shoes in specific colors are required for all classes. A list of shoes can be found below. 3. Hair: Hair should be pulled up and away from the student’s face. 4. Piercing: The only piercings allowed are in the ear lobes of girls. All other piercing should be removed prior to entering the

studio 5. Tattoos: Absolutely no tattoos allowed. No exceptions. 6. Acceptable Dancewear:

Class Acceptable Dancewear Combo (ages 2.5 – 6.5) Cheer Dance (ages 4-9) Tumbling (ages 3-6) Teen Jazz (ages 13 – 18) Lyrical (all ages)

* Leotard & tights (any color, any style) * Skirts and shorts may be worn over top of the leotard, but tights must still be worn underneath.

Jazz/Hip-Hop (ages 5-12) Teen Hip-Hop (ages 13 - 18) Tap (all ages)

*Leotard & tights (any color, any style) * Skirts and shorts may be worn over top of the leotard, but tights must still be worn underneath. * Jazz pants and Ts

Acro (ages 6 – 18) * Leotard & tights, (any color, any style) * Skirts and shorts may be worn over top of the leotard, but tights must still be worn underneath. * Jazz pants and leotard (no Ts) * Unibikes or unitards

Ballet I-VI (ages 7 -18) *Ballet has a specific dress code for each level. Please see page 6. Boys (all ages) * Acro - basketball shorts, jazz pants or sweats and Ts (tucked in).

* All other classes – Jazz pants & Ts * Ballet – Jazz pants, white fitted Ts, and black ballet shoes

SHOE LIST Ages 2.5-6 Classes Ages 7-10 Ages 11-12 Teen Classes Ballet/ Boys

Ballet (Combo) Pink Capezio 205

Tap Carmel Capezio

625 or CG55

Tap Carmel Capezio

625 or CG55

Hip Hop Dancer’s own tennis

shoes

Pre-Ballet I – VI Pink Capezio

Split Sole 2027 or 2033

Tap (Combo) Carmel Capezio 625

Jazz/Hip Hop Carmel Capezio

CG15

Lyrical

Carmel Capezio CG15

Jazz

Carmel Capezio CG15 Pointe Check with Instructor

Jazz/Hip Hop Carmel Capezio CG15

Jazz Hip Hop/Cheer Carmel Capezio

CG15 Acro Barefoot (Undeez Optional)

Acro Barefoot

(Undeez Optional)

Tap Carmel Capezio CG55

Boys Dancer’s own tennis shoes Acro/Tumbling

Barefoot (Undeez Optional)

Lyrical Caramel Capezio CG15

Please write your child’s name on all belongings! The first couple weeks of classes we will help to write dancer’s names on their shoes. Sharpies are available in the office…just ask!

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STUDIO!POLICIES!Waiting Room & Lobby Rules

1. Hallways Must be Clear: Per the Fire Marshal code there is no sitting or standing in the hallways. Please remain in the lobby area while waiting for class to begin or let out. All strollers are to be parked in the stroller parking area by the front door.

2. No Horseplay: Parents are asked to keep students and waiting siblings from aggressive horseplay in the waiting areas. 3. No Acrobatics: Students should not be performing any gymnastics in the halls or waiting areas. 4. No Food: No drinks, sodas, coffee, gum, or food of any kind in the main studio areas; only in the homework area. No outside

food or drink in Studio Q at anytime. 5. Student Drop Off: Students should not be dropped off earlier than 10 minutes prior to class or stay longer than 5 minutes

afterwards. Please walk your student in or make sure they have gone inside their dance room before leaving. The handicapped spot is not to be used as a drop off point unless you have a handicapped placard. Students must remain inside until their ride arrives. There is an additional $10/child charged for students left past 5 minutes of the last class of the day.

6. Parking Lot: No student of any age should hang out in the parking lot without a parent present. 7. Latch on Front Door: Please observe the latch on the front door. Please do not let children out the door unless attended by a

parent. 8. Leaving the Studio: No student is to leave the studio without a parent’s permission. 9. Time Between Classes: Young students should not be left unattended between classes. 10. Locker Room: Only students with locker rentals may be in the locker room. Students with lockers are asked to keep noise to

a minimum. This is a quiet zone. 11. Courteous: Please be courteous to fellow parents. Our waiting areas can become crowded and a little common courtesy can

go a long way.

Homework & Snack Room Rules

1. Quiet: This is a quiet area for study. Please respect those focusing on their work. 2. Proper: Do not sit or stand on the study counters or furniture. 3. Neat: Please pick up after yourself. 4. Food & Drink: This is the only room that food and drink are allowed in. We encourage healthy snacks and require that all

drinks be clear liquids (water, clear Gatorade, etc.) In the event of a spill please advise the front office so we can clean up the mess as soon as possible. No food or drinks, besides water bottles, are allowed in any studio at any time. Please do not bring any nut products into the studio. We have students with severe nut allergies and must make the studio a safe place for everyone.

Personal Belongings

1. Labels: Please label all shoes, dancewear, dance bags, coats, etc. with the students first and last name. Please write your dancers name on the bottom of their shoes. If not labeled properly, teachers will write your dancers first and last name on their shoes during the first few weeks of classes. If the item left behind is properly labeled, the studio will attempt to contact the parent and hold that item in the “pick-up drawer” located in the studio office.

2. Lost & Found: The lost and found is located in the plastic bin in the bag room at the studio. Please check the office for lost jewelry or hair items. Items will be donated at winter, spring, and summer breaks and when the bin becomes overfull. We will let you know via newsletter/bulletin board before items are donated. Please check these bins regularly. Miller Street Dance Academy is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Lockers 1. Lockers are available on a first-come, first-served basis and run annually from August 2012 to August 2013. 2. Annual fee is $100 and due at time locker is assigned and contract signed. This fee is not pro-rated and also includes a

combination lock. 3. Combinations will be programmed by the office, and all combination changes must go through the office. 4. There will be a $10 fee for each lock that is replaced. 5. Studio office has the right to cancel locker privileges at any time.

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STUDIO!POLICIES!

Photography Release Permission is granted to Miller Street Dance Academy to use and publish for editorial, trade, advertising or other promotional purpose all photographic, video, and digital images of my child, including my Child’s Name in conjunction with Studio and School Name. All parents who do not wish their child’s image or name to be used in this manner must declare so in writing.

Medical Insurance Miller Street Dance Academy does not carry medical insurance for its students. It is required that all dance students be covered by their own family insurance and if injury occurs it is understood that the student’s policy is the only source of reimbursement.

Preparing for Class 1. Dancers are to enter the dance studio fully dressed for class with their hair properly pulled back (bun for ballet) and dance

shoes on. Please do not wear street shoes into dance rooms. Dance bags may be brought into the room or left in the cubby area of the changing room.

2. Combo classes (preschool through 6 years old) will need to have their tap shoes on each week when entering class. Please put your ballet shoes in a dance bag that they will bring in with them. Put your child’s name in the shoes and on the bag. The teachers will help dancers change shoes in the middle of the class.

3. There is a changing room with cubbies available for all our female dancers. Males please use the men’s restroom across from the front office. Lockers are available for an annual fee of $100 and are on a first come, first serve basis. Please see page 11 for more information.

4. If your dancer moves from one studio space (Studio A, B, or C) to another (Studio D, E) please make sure they have some easy to slip on street shoes with them. Dancers should wear their street shoes to change buildings and carry their dance shoes in a bag with their name on it.

5. If your dancer has consecutive classes that switch buildings a teacher or office personnel will escort them to the other building.

What to Expect Your First Week 1. The halls are very crowded the first few weeks of classes. This will settle down after the first few weeks. 2. There is a lot of switching around of classes as parents are trying to get settled in the new schedule of the year. Please be

patient. Classes often have to change at the same time, so that dancers can go to the different subjects they are taking. 3. Like school, the first few weeks of class are review, and getting everyone comfortable with new classes and new teachers.

This helps to make the students comfortable and the teachers can see if they are in the correct class. 4. If dancers have been placed into classes that are not correct for them –Don’t worry - we will find a more suitable class! 5. Parking is the #1 complaint with parents in dance schools around the nation. This is something that can’t be helped. Please

be careful to watch for children! There is additional parking in the back of the building. 6. Parents, it is best to get your dancer in class on time, ready to dance. Room C has a viewing window. The other rooms do

not have viewing windows. In December and the spring all families from all classes will be invited to come and see what we have been working on.

7. The youngest dancers will often have tears or anxiety the first few weeks. This is normal. The teachers are trained to get children “on task” quickly. It is not uncommon to have a few dancers on a few hips the first month of class! The best way to ensure success is to assure them they are going to have fun. Leave as quickly as possible and watch them through the window. Please keep noise down at the window and don’t let siblings open the door or knock on the window. This will distract the dancers.

8. Please have all dancers use the bathroom before class. Teachers will gladly take them if they do need to go during class, but this can be a disruption.

9. You do not have to stay at the studio while your child has a class. However, you must be here to pick your child up on time. If you are running late, please call the studio so that we can get them to the office to wait for you.

10. Always stop in the office if you have questions or concerns. Every staff member wants your experience here to be positive and rewarding.

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Recital Fees 1. Recital Fee: A $42 recital fee per family is due February 1, 2013. The recital fee covers the cost of the auditorium, and

allows students to invite as many guests as they like by eliminating ticket sales. 2. Opting Out of Recital: A student that wishes to opt out of the recital should submit the request in writing prior to 10/31/12.

If the student has multiple classes and wishes not to participate in the recital, they must opt out of the recital for all of their classes. Students may not pick and choose classes for the recital.

3. Dates: Please see page 4 for dress rehearsal and recital dates.

Costumes 1. Costume Fees: Costume amounts are approximate and subject to change. Changes in a student’s schedule can result in a

change of costume and costume fees. Costume amount includes costume, tights and tax. a. Combo classes will perform both tap and ballet numbers in the recital, but will have only one costume. b. Students participating in multiple ballet classes, levels I and higher, will have only one ballet costume charge. c. Tumbling for ages 3 to 6 and Pre-Pointe classes will not participate in the recital and will not have a costume charge. d. All other classes will have one costume per class. e. Male dancers will not have a costume ordered or billed. The studio will discuss with the dancer’s parents what attire

is to be worn for performance. All ages Combo classes $98.21 All 9-10 and 7-10 year old

classes $105.68

5-6 year old Jazz Hip Hop $98.21 All 9-12 year old classes $107.82 Cheer dance $98.21 All 11-12 year old classes $107.82 Boys Self-purchase (see above) All Teen classes $107.82 Tumbling No recital All Ballet classes (Pre-

ballet-Ballet VI) $109.95

All Acro classes $104.62 Prepointe No recital All 7-8 year old classes $105.68 Pointe Depends on class

2. Payment Due Date: Costumes are to be paid in full by October 1, 2012. A late fee will be applied after this date. Deposits

toward costume balances may be paid at any time prior to the due date. 3. Autodraft Accounts: Fees for your dancer’s recital costumes will be charged to the card you have on file unless you have set

up a different payment arrangement. Charges will be drafted mid-October, 2012. 4. Costume Pass Out: Dancers will receive their costume(s) during our Spring Parent Observation Week. This week will be

announced when we return from Winter Break and is a great opportunity to see your dancer in their costume for the first time! Don’t forget to bring your camera!

5. Refunds: After November 1, 2012 costumes are nonrefundable and nontransferable. A student that withdraws from a class after purchasing a costume may pick up the costume between June10, 2013 and June 22, 2013. Costumes not picked up by then will be donated.

FAQ’s 1. How long are the recital performances?

Each performance will be 1.5-2 hrs. 2. Will my dancer get to sit in the audience once her/his

dance is finished? For general safety reasons, we insist that all performers are to remain backstage during both the dress rehearsal and recital performances. We have plenty of help backstage to keep your dancers entertained while they wait for their dance.

3. What if my dancer is in more than one dance? We have great backstage help that will assist your dancer with her costume changes while your relax and enjoy the show.

4. Does my dancer have to wear makeup to dress rehearsal? Your dancer does not have to wear makeup to dress rehearsal. We do recommend some makeup for the recital, though so the stage lighting does not make dancers appear “washed out.”

5. Will there be someone taking picture of my dancer during the rehearsal and recital?

We do not hire a professional photographer to take pictures during the show. You are welcome to take pictures of your dancers, however flash photography is not permitted during the performances.

6. Will there be a DVD to purchase? Yes. Order forms will be included in the packet you will receive during Spring Parent Observation Week.

7. Does my dancer get a trophy? Yes! All dancers that participate in recital receive a trophy! Trophies will be passed out during Awards Week June 10-15, 2013 during your dancers regularly scheduled classes. Limit one trophy per dancer.

8. More information will be handed out during Spring Parent Observation and is also available on the website.

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