The Young Ladies of Grace Policy Agreement

As a Parent and Student at The Young Ladies of Grace Performing Arts Academy, we will abide by the following Policy:

ATTIRE

All students are required to dress in specific attire according to the class they are taking. A complete list of appropriate attire is listed on the Attire Tab.

No student will be permitted to participate in class if not dressed appropriately.

BEHAVIOR

• Students will respect each other, parents and instructors at all times.

• Students must have a positive attitude and do their best.

• Students are expected to build up classmates using kind and encouraging words.

• A student will be asked to sit out during class if there is misbehavior. Parents will be notified.

• Grounds for termination include – Drug and/or alcohol use, inappropriate social media involvement, bullying and intentional disrespect towards another student, parent or instructor.

STUDIO

• The Young Ladies of Grace reserves the right to accept or deny any prospective student. Parents must disclose if their child has an issue we need to be aware of. This includes physical limitations, medical issues and or mental/emotional needs. We will let you know if we are equipped to handle specific situations.

• It is at the discretion of The Young Ladies of Grace to move a student to a different class at any time throughout the semester. Parents will be notified.

• Classes and schedules may vary from semester 1 to semester 2.

• The Young Ladies of Grace will not discuss student situations with anyone other than the involved student and parent.

• No running or rough housing in the studio or waiting room.

• Students are expected to clean up after themselves in the waiting room, studio and bathroom.

• Parents will remain in the waiting room during classes and may be invited into the studio occasionally for observation.

• All students must bring a water bottle to class. We will not supply water.

• The Young Ladies of Grace reserves the right to dismiss a student, at any time, at our discretion with a partial refund.

CANCELLATIONS

• Parents will be notified at least one hour before a class cancellation.

• Classes canceled due to weather or emergency situations will not be rescheduled or refunded.

• If a student is unable to attend a class, she may make-up the class, in an existing class, until March 1.

• If we cancel a class, we will reschedule a make-up class.

• We do not offer refunds or credits due to missed classes, this applies to both group and private classes.

• Group classes and workshops must have at least 6 students or the class will be cancelled.

TUITION

• A yearly $50 registration/insurance fee per student or $90 per family is required at the time of enrollment each year.

• Tuition is to be paid at the beginning of each semester. Payment options are listed on our website on the Tuition tab.

• A $25 late fee will be added to your account if tuition is not paid on time.

• Students with unpaid tuition will not be able to participate in class or in the Recital.

• In the event of a serious illness or injury, the remaining unattended class tuition will promptly be refunded with written documentation from your doctor.

• Absolutely no refunds are given to students leaving during a semester.

• If you begin with one class and decide to switch to a different class, you may only do this during the first four weeks of class.

RECITAL

• A $50 Recital fee, per student, is due in March and will be refunded if a student is unable to attend the Recital.

• The Young Ladies of Grace will choose appropriate Recital costumes and music.

• Participating in the Recital & Winter Showcase is optional. Those participating must demonstrate preparedness during class time.

• Recital/Winter Showcase tickets will need to be purchased by family and friends to attend the performance.

• Parents are responsible for the cost of costumes.

• Students missing 2 or more classes, 8 weeks prior to the Recital, will be unable to participate in the Recital. A medical emergency is the only exception.

• Students must attend the Dress Rehearsal in order to participate in the Recital.

*We strongly encourage open communication. Please schedule a time for in-person conversations if an issue arises.

Studio Manager:

Janine’s direct line: 585-350-8297