Policies

Make-up lessons/missed class:   
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 leotard & pink tights. All students of Charlene's school of Dance will wear dancewear which will be fitted and MUST be purchased at 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 dance sneakers and hair 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 leotard must be worn October thru March.
Black 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 information:  
 
1. NO GUM, FOOD OR SODA ALLOWED IN THE STUDIO.
 
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 or JSK's lot.

                                  
                             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.

Pictures:                 Dates to be announced.

Holidays:  Charlene’s School of Dance will be closed during the following holidays:|
   Thanksgiving               Spring Break
   Christmas                   Memorial Day
   Easter                                                 

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 watch TV-10 for notification of closing. Closings may also be listed on the CSD website.
 

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 tentatively Friday, June 8^th and Sunday, June 10^th at Penn Cambria High School. Dress rehearsal is the same week.

All information is posted on the white board in the dance boutique.

To spread out the cost of the recital, it is possible to auto debit costume and recital fees. An agreed upon amount can be debited monthly from your checking account starting in October 2011. The debit amount must be at lest $10.00 monthly. After January when costumes are ordered, your costume auto debit is non-refundable. Prior to January only 80% is refundable to cover administrative costs. If you choose not to take part in this program, costume deposits are due January 17, 2011. The balance will be due March 7, 2011.  You can not participate in any show, parade or dance event without first attending the required practices.

Community Show:Enrollment: Charlene’s School of Dance classes will begin Tuesday, September 6th.  There is a $25.00 NON-REFUNDABLE ENROLLMENT FEE, per family.

Enrollment includes 10 months of class instruction.  Consistent participation is encouraged.  IF A STUDENT MUST WITHDRAWAL, a 30 DAY Written NOTICE MUST BE GIVEN.  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.