Studio Psalms, LLC

Studio Policies/Procedures

If you are registering online, please print this form, initial and bring to the studio on the first day of class.

Please read and initial each item.

Registration: A non-refundable fee of $10.00 per family is required at the time of registration.

Payment of Fees: Please keep in mind that the studio depends on the timely receipt of your child's tuition to cover our operating costs. Payments are due by the 1 st class of each month, and are always paid in advance of service. All payments must be received by the 7th of each month or a late fee of $10.00 is automatically added to your account . Payment dated before the 7th but received after the 7th will still be charged a late fee. If a payment is 30 days late, the student will not be allowed to take class until the account is current. ~~Payments are accepted in the form of cash or check. Payments should be dropped in the payment box in the lobby or mailed to 222 S. 8 th St. , St. Joseph , MO 64501 . ~~There will be a $25.00 charge for returned checks. Returned check fees and the balance due must be paid in cash.

Class Fees: All fees are based on an average of 4 lessons per month. If a student tries a class at the single class rate and then enrolls, that fee will be applied to their regular monthly enrollment.

Single class: $10 per class; $5.00 per class for Tiny Tots
1 class/child: $35.00 per month
2 class/children: $30.00 per month
3 class/children: $25.00 per month (Any additional classes after the third are $25.00)
30 minute classes: $20.00 per month
Open Tumble PUNCH CARD: $20.00 for 5 punches (only for enrolled students)

Recital Fees: A non-refundable recital fee of $15 per family will be due no later than February 14, 2009 . This fee allows family and friends to attend the recital at no charge, and entitles you to invite an unlimited number of guests. All students (except Tiny Tots) will participate in the recital. If special circumstances prevent your child from participating in the recital, you must inform the office no later than December 1, 2008.

Costume Fees : Costume fees for the recital are due in full by December 13, 2008 . We have made every effort possible to obtain the best prices available for your child's costumes. If you need to make payment arrangements, please contact the office. ~~Preschool & Level 1 Classes $40.00 per costume per class ~~Level 2 and above Classes $50.00 per costume per class

Attendance: If your student will be absent, please call 816-232-2189 and let us know. If your student is absent 4 times without notifying our office, they will be dropped from the program. Their space will be given to any new or waiting students. They will have to re-enroll to return to class.

Missed Classes : If your student wants to make up a missed class, it must be made up within 3 weeks of the absence. It must be scheduled with the teacher or office and is not transferable to any other student. ~~ If your child attends any classes during the month, you are responsible for that month's FULL tuition. If your child attends but does not participate, full tuition for the month is still due. WE DO NOT PRORATE OR REFUND

Inclement weather: If the area schools cancel due to snow or bad weather, we will NOT have class. When in doubt, use your judgment and/or call the studio and listen to the answering machine. Classes cancelled for these reasons will not be rescheduled but can be made up within one month of the cancelled class.

Care of students: We are not responsible for providing before & after class care for students. Students are not to be left at the studio for excessive amounts of time before or after class. A 5-10 minute wait prior to or after class is fine. For your safety, students under 12 yrs. old MUST remain in the building after class until someone comes inside to retrieve them. They may not meet you outside.

Photo Release: Studio Psalms is hereby granted permission to take photographs of the students to use in any promotional materials the school creates. Permission is also hereby granted for the studio to copyright such photographs in its name.

Dress Code: Required dancewear and shoes must be worn to all classes. We have a dress code for the following reasons: 1. For teachers, a dress code helps reveal how well a student is implementing the techniques being taught and aids in choreography. 2. For parents, a dress code takes the hassle out of readying their child for class, and is less expensive than keeping up with the latest dance styles. 3. A dress code helps establish an environment of learning, discipline and respect.

Dress Code Rules: 1. Hair must be in a pony tail, bun or pinned back for every class. No hair should be in the face. 2. This year, we are adding proper footwear as a requirement for all classes, including acrobats. ~~It is cleaner and more sanitary for the student, and keeps our mats cleaner longer. ~~It provides more support for the foot, and grips the mat better than bare feet. 3. NEVER wear your dance shoes outside! Write last name, first initial, and either phone number or class day/time inside dance shoes. 4. No attached skirts or tutus for any classes. You will be notified when we offer “Skirt Week”, where skirts and tutus will be allowed. 5. No loose t-shirts allowed in any class. No low-cut tops or jeans. No bulky jewelry. ** Dress Code Requirements: ABSOLUTELY NO STREET SHOES OR BARE FEET ALLOWED! Acrobats: Any color leotard covered with leggings, capris, shorts or pants, white or black acrobat shoes (depending on level) Ballet: (All levels) Pink or black leotard, pink tights, and pink LEATHER ballet shoes Boys Tumble: Any color athletic shorts or pants, t-shirt (not loose), white acro shoes Cheer: Black spandex shorts covered with pull-on knit shorts (Soffee's), (spandex pants or capris may be worn in winter) snug-fitting tank top or t-shirt, new, all-white cheer or dance sneakers (to be worn only at the studio) Hip Hop: T-shirt or tank top, knit capris or pants, new all-black dance sneakers Jazz/Combo: Any color leotard covered with shorts, capris or pants (lines of the leg must be visible), proper shoes for class (example: Tap/Jazz will require both tap and jazz shoes) Tap: Any color leotard covered with shorts, capris or pants, black tap shoes.

Where to purchase dance wear: Ballet and Tap shoes are available at Payless Shoes. Tank tops, t-shirts, tights, shorts, capris and spandex can be found at Walmart, Kmart, etc. We will order items for you that are not easily found in our area, such as: acro, jazz and dance shoes, leotards, etc. (please see order form in office) If you prefer to purchase on your own, The Dance Shoppe in Kansas City has a large selection of clothes and shoes. Some moderately priced online sources are: www.discountdance.com and www.dancewearsolutions.com

**All students should have correct attire within one month of starting classes.