POLICIES

Tuition:
To make things easier and more streamlined we have switched to an auto-debit system for fee collection. The fees are still paid monthly You can pay by check auto debit, Visa or MasterCard auto debit. a form is provided in your registration packet.

Make-up lessons/missed class - dance:
If a pupil is going to miss class, the parent is asked to please call the school. If the student cannot attend the regularly scheduled class, he or she may attend another similar class with permission of the dance instructor. No credit is given on tuition for absenteeism.

***Due to the limited number of hours for private lessons, NO makeup lessons will be scheduled.

Dancewear:
Girls -All girls, except hop-hop students, must wear black Danskin leotard & theatrical pink tights. All students of Charlene's school of Dance will wear Danskin Dancewear which will be fitted and MUST be purchased on our store. Check with the instructor on requirements for ballet skirts. Hair pulled back into a dancer's bun and secured. Hip-hop dancers must wear black bottoms, CSD tops, and jazz shoes or dance sneakers. Hair can be worn in a ponytail.

Boys - shorts and sweat are acceptable. No jeans

Shoes - Please check with the instructor on requirements. Shoes are the most important tool for a dancer and must be fitted properly, Not for years to come. We will be checking all shoes for style number, brand number and fit.

THESE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED. Cover-up garments must be worn to and from the studio. *Long sleeved black Danskin leotard must be worn October thru March.
Black Danskin Camisole leotard can be worn September, and April thru June.

Please label all dance shoes and attire as we are not responsible for lost or stolen merchandise

Rules and other        1. NO GUM, FOOD OR SODA ALLOWED IN THE STUDIO.
information:                 2. Please leave all valuables at home - Charlene’s School of Dance is not responsible for lost or stolen property.
    3. Please be sure to drop off and pick up your children on time.
    4. Parking - please do not park in the apartment lot beside the studio. The Charlene's School of Dance parking lot is across from the studio.

During the first few weeks of classes some students may be shifted to other classes to ensure they are dancing with others of similar ability. If you have questions about placement, please feel free to call the studio to discuss your child with the instructors.

Visitors' Day:
In order for the parents to observe the progress and development of the pupils, we will have visiting days. You will be notified of the dates in advance as the term progresses.

Costume Measurement Day: Thursday, January 5th - 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Friday, January 6th 2 - 6 p.m.
Saturday, January 7th - 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Student's may choose any of the dates to be measured and sized for their costumes.

Tentative Recital: Friday, June 9^th & Saturday, June 10th - Dance Recitals, 7 p.m. Penn Cambria High School

Pictures: June 2nd and 3rd. Times to be announced

Holidays:  Charlene’s School of Dance will be closed during the following holidays:|
   Thanksgiving - November 24-27                       Spring Break April 17 - 23
   Christmas - December 23 - January 4                Memorial Day May 29
   Easter April 13 - 16

Snow Days:
In case of bad weather You must call the studio 814-886-2777 for a recorded message that specifically states that we are closed. If you miss a class due to bad weather, and we are open, you are considered absent. If we miss classes due to the weather class will be made up at a convenient time for the studio. Please listen to Froggy 98 and TV-10 for notification of closing.

Being late to class: We understand that being late is sometimes unavoidable, however, a pupil who is more than 10 minutes late for class may be asked by the teacher to observe rather than take class. This is not a disciplinary measure, but it is done with the student's best interests in mind -- especially those where higher levels are concerned. A student who misses the beginning exercises runs the risk of injury by not being properly warmed up. Please make sure the student understands this.

--Students must make every effort to be on time and attend every class

--We will make every effort to have classes begin and end on time

Photos and videos: By signing the registration form, you give full rights to the Charlene's School of Dance and its staff, to use photo or video images of you or your child to use for promotional purposes of the studio, only. Photos will not be used for any other purpose.

Insurance: All students are required to be covered by their own insurance, and if an injury occurs, it is understood that the students and their family are responsible for any medical cost. You dance at your own risk.

Recital: The recital is in June and dress rehearsal in the same week.

Enrollment:
Charlene’s School of Dance classes will begin Monday, September 6th. There is a $20.00 NON-REFUNDABLE ENROLLMENT FEE, per family.

As with any private school, camp, etc., monthly tuition remains FULL AMOUNT DUE regardless private or regularly scheduled class lessons missed due to holidays, snow days, etc. If you cannot adhere to this or other policies, please do not sign up.

Enrollment includes 10 months of class instruction. Consistent participation is encouraged. IF A STUDENT MUST WITHDRAWAL, PLEASE NOTIFY US IN WRITING. Tuition will continue to accrue until notification is received.

We cannot accept any student if they only want to try it for a month or two. A student in the study of an art form cannot decide if they will enjoy it without diligently applying themselves for an adequate period of time. By making this commitment your child will learn the importance of accepting responsibility and finishing something they start. We cannot accept the “I CAN ALWAYS QUIT” attitude.

We feel the policies are imperative to the effectiveness of our program. Read them carefully.