Studio Policies
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Absences:
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Parents must inform the office at upliftdanceducation@gmail.com or 224-828-0801 if their child is going to be absent.
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Make-up classes are offered and need to be scheduled through the office.
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Inclement weather may lead to class cancellations, and make-up classes can be scheduled through the office. Closure notices will be sent via email, The Band App, and posted on social media.
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Drop off/Pick up:
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Dancers aged 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult before and after classes.
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Minimum class numbers:
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Classes may be canceled if they do not reach the minimum number of students required. In such cases, the class may be combined with another one.
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Parents will be notified via email and phone if a class is canceled and will be offered alternative options.
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Class Changes:
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All class changes, transfers, and drops must be handled through the office.
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It is the responsibility of parents to inform the office of any changes.
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Tuition payments remain the responsibility of the parent, even if the student did not attend the class due to failure to notify the office.
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Enrollment and Notice Period:
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All students are enrolled for the entire session, whether it's fall, winter, spring, or summer.
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A 30-day notice is required if a student wishes to drop a class.
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Notice can be given via upliftdanceducation@gmail.com or 224-828-0801.
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Communication:
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An active email address is required at the time of registration.
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The Band App is used for communication, where pictures, videos, and important information will be shared, and parents can directly message the teacher.
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There is an exclusive parent's Facebook page, www.facebook.com/groups/upliftdancevip/, where important information, specials, and pictures will be posted.
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Performances:
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Dance sessions follow the school year schedule, starting in the fall and continuing through winter and spring.
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There may be a Christmas/winter performance for parents at the center during the week of December 11th-16th, with no ticket requirements.
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The studio-wide spring recital will take place on Saturday, April 27th, 2024, with ticket sales starting in March 2024. Children 2 and under are free for the recital.
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Performance Attire:
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Christmas performance attire for different classes includes specific t-shirts, skirts, or props with fees due on October 5th.
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Spring recital costume fees are due on January 8th, 2024, and the fee includes the costume and tights. Shoes must be provided separately.
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Dress Code:
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Each class has specific shoe and attire requirements outlined as follows:
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Ballet/Tap: Dancers need both ballet and tap shoes, and leotards, skirts, shorts, and tights are optional but jeans are not allowed.
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Music/Movement/Tumble & Toddler Agility: Comfy clothing is required, and no specific shoes are needed.
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Tap: Tap shoes are required, and comfy clothes are suitable for this class.
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Lyrical: Ballet or jazz shoes can be worn, and comfy clothes are recommended.
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Hip Hop: Clean sneakers or jazz shoes are required, and comfy clothing is recommended.
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