Policies
Students are expected to:
- Arrive in the classroom ON TIME, fully dressed, with hair out of face and ready to dance. If over 15 minutes late the child will be asked to “sit out” and watch their class.
- Attend all classes
- Show respect for instructor, assistants, substitutes and fellow students
- Proper attire must be worn to all classes, including appropriate hair style. Please refer to our Dress Code sheet and/or check with the Director or your teacher if you are unsure of specific dress code requirements for
each class. - Students may not use electronic devices such as cell phones, tablets etc. while in class
- Students may not eat candy or chew gum while in class
Payment Policy:
- All major Credit Cards are accepted for automatic monthly tuition payment. Payments also can be made though the “Parent Portal” on SBA’s web site
- Venmo is also excepted @Alison-Bawek, Paypal studio@studioofballetarts.com
- $35 registration fee for new families.
- Tuition is based on a 4-week month for ten months. No refunds or charge less due to holiday break closings. No charge for additional tuition for months that include a 5th week.
- NO refunds or credit for missed classes. Make-up classes are available by notifying the studio.
Payment Options:
- Three months at a time (trimester payments) or by the month (month – to- month).
- MONTHLY ACCOUNTS: Payment due on the first of the month (autopay required).
Holiday and Weather Policy:
The studio DOES NOT follow all MCPS closings at all times. No classes on the following dates
- SBA Classes Start Tuesday, September 3rd
- Thanksgiving Holiday: Wednesday, Nov. 27-Sunday, Dec. 1 (classes resume Monday, Dec. 2)
- Winter Break: Sunday, Dec. 22-Wednesday, Jan. 1 (classes resume Thursday, Jan. 2)
- Spring Break: Monday, April 14 – Monday, April 21 (classes resume Tuesday, April 22)
- Memorial Day: Saturday, May 24-26 (classes resume Tuesday, May 27)
Weather Emergency Policies:
- When MCPS are closed OR dismissed early, due to weather, NO classes will be held.
- Classes WILL be held when MCPS open late, due to weather.
Always check the web site, SBA App and e-mails frequently for the latest happenings at the studio.