O C T O B E R
Q U I C K N O T E
Thank you for your patience during the first month and fabulous new year! We appreciate your continued support as we work out the kinks in the schedule and start to settle into a routine in the next month. Please review your dancer’s schedules in the Parent Portal to view any shifts and changes specific to your dancer Our Combo will receive their assigned their final class numbers for the season after our last class on Thursday evening. Their class times/studios might have shifted to reflect the correct grouping; be sure to double check your updated schedules that will be sent to you this week. Always keep in mind that TDA makes these decisions to see each child thrive and succeed just as much as you do, and ask that you support our knowledge in these decisions Everyone is doing a great job and we hope you all keep up the good work and we look forward to another great month!
C O M M U N I C A T I O N
Please be reminded that all direct communications or questions you have related to TDA should be expressed via email to info@thedanceattic.com Please send an email when you are going to be absent When sending the email be sure to include your dancer’s name, the day and time of the class that they will be missing, and the instructor’s name This way it is easy for us to get the information to the correct instructor. Please also be reminded that we do not send out emails to our mailing list for individuals for advertisements, missing items, announcements, etc. Our mailing list is reserved for Dance Attic business only. Reminder: DO NOT send text messages to the staff for any TDA or business-related questions Our studio email is checked several times a day so you don't have to worry that your message will not be received in a timely manner This will help us to keep a record of your requests and absences as well as giving our staff their much deserve time off.
QUICK NOTE COMMUNICATION
DANCER OF THE MONTH
SENIOR FEATURE
T SHIRT CHALLENGE MERCHANDISE
ADULT CLASS SERIES
MASTER CLASS SERIES MONSTER MASH
TDA NUTCRACKER
NOTES FROM STAFF POLICY NOTES
DRESS CODE REMINDERS TUITION REMINDERS LOOKING AHEAD
BIRTHDAYS
BEST OF THE BEST IMPORTANT INFO CALENDAR
Important Dates
10/1: OCT TUITION DUE 10/5: MASTER CLASS 10/19: MASTER CLASS 10/31 TDA CLOSED 11/14: NYC MEETING 11/16: HOLIDAY CARES PERFORMANCE (TDAC) 11/17: TITANS DANCE CONVENTION (TDAC) 12/1: ROLESVILLE CHRISTMAS PARADE
3/7-3/9: TDA REC COMPETITION
6/6-6/8 RECITAL WEEKEND
This Months “Dancer of The Month” has been selected based on their dedication and improvement in class as well as their kindness towards their peers, families, and staff through their positive impact they make on the studio environment as a whole. This month, The Dance Attic will donate $50 to the East Wake Back Pack Buddies!
This Months Dancer Of The Month Is...
Lucy Tokos
SENIOR FEATURE:
ALEX DEL FABBRO:
Hi! My name is Alex and my favorite TDA memory is either winning the 2022-23 Scholarship or every year learning company dances during summer A piece of advice that I would like to pass on to younger dancers is not to take the time you get to spend in class with your friends in class for granted and to always give your absolute best when dancing
ELLA BLACK:
My name is Ella and some of my favorite memories are watching everyone’s solos at competition and cheering them on from the side of the stage; especially at Showstoppers and Recital The advice I would like to pass along to dancers would be to stop waiting for everything to be “perfect: or how you want it to be to enjoy the present moment. Learn to be happy in the present throughout the process instead of fixating on the end goal or past mistakes. Enjoy this moment because this moment is your life
T - S H I R T C H A L L E N G E
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Each Month we challenge our dancers to a specific photo contest to post in the comments on our Facebook page! We will gather them up together for one big post to share on our Page! What’s the rule?!? You have to be wearing your TAN TDA 24-25 T-Shirt in your Monthly Photo to be featured! We look forward to seeing you in your shirts this month as you are showing off a Pumpkin for our TDA Family! We look forward to seeing your creativity shine, and we thank you to those who participate in our community challenge!
As mentioned in the Newsletter above; be sure to check your dancers schedules for adjustments made within the first month We will be emailing schedules out this month with your statements so please be sure to check and see what changes apply to your dancer A quick breakdown of some of those changes are listed below:
Advanced Creative Movement d - Thursday Class Cancelled and dancers were placed into different classes Hermes/Fenty Technique are now together at 4:30-5:30 on Thursdays, and then their lyrical classes are separate and follow right after that Dior and Jimmy Choo will now have a combined lyrical and will both stay at the same time they were before. Dancers enrolled in Crew D or Crew E please be sure to review your schedules and make sure that you are good to go on your class times etc.
F I N A L C A L L F O R M E R C H A N D I S E
Super excited to announce new merchandise item of the season! You asked, we listened! Interested in ordering?! CLICK HERE for order form and more information! Deadline to order will be Friday September 27th and Fees for merchandise will be processed on November 15th.
TDA Screen Print Power Clap On Three Zip Up (Adult Sizes Only) - $ 45 for adult
TDA Hoodie (No Zipper - Child Sizes Only) - $30 for children
TDA Custom Embroidered Book Bag - $80 (includes personalized embroidery with name on book bag)
ADULT CLASS SERIES:
Continuing on with our Series - we are excited to be tapping with Ms. Hallie this month! Each session costs $40 for general public adults, and $30 if you have a dancer currently enrolled at The Dance Attic This fee includes all four classes included in the series you choose, and there is not a registration fee required for adults. Please note, these classes are intended to be a fun getaway for our parents here at TDA. Dancers are not permitted to come into classes or be left in the lobby unattended.
M A S T E R C L A S S S E R I E S
CLICK HERE to visit our website and be taken to our Master Class Series Program. We welcome these classes to all TDA students and the general public as well so please, email us at info@thedanceattic.com so we can help you get registered for the appropriate classes.
For Current TDA Students: CLICK HERE to login to your Parent Portal and sign up for your desired event. Be mindful when registering and read to ensure that you are registering for the correct Master Class. There is an option for Master Class Only ($15) or Master Class (WITH ACRO) ($25). "TDA Time For Tricks" will be offered alongside our Master Class Series Program listed below. All Tumble Time Classes will line up before your scheduled Master Class, and is an additional $10 fee. You have to take the Master Class in order to Add On Acro. We are so excited to have Ms. Delaney, who is ready to get working hard with these dancers!
10/24 - Thursday Combo Dancers
10/28 - Monday Combo Dancers Creative Movement a & c
10/29 - Tuesday Combo Dancers
10/30 - Wednesday Combo Dancers & All Creative Movement b
10/31 - TDA CLOSED
We are looking forward to our Nutcracker Educational Program! As dancers enter into the month of November they will follow the calendar above and learn some different aspects and choreography from the iconic ballet production!
P O L I C Y N O T E S
We can’t wait to have dancers learn our traditional Monster Mash routine that has been performed for decades at TDA. You can see the dates where dancers will have the opportunity to wear their favorite costume for class on the week leading up to Halloween For the last 10 minutes of each Creative Movement and Combo Classes; parents are invited to come in and view this special performance! Reminder that we will be closed on October 31st!
To ensure that everything continues to run smoothly and your children stay safe, we wanted to make you aware of a few important policies. Please be sure to read all of our policies and procedures on our website: www.thedanceattic.com
It is important for all dancers to be on their best behavior and listen to the instructor, not only so that they can learn, but also for their safety and the safety of the other students. If a dancer is not cooperating, the student will get a warning. If the behavior does not change, the student will be asked to sit out of class. If the behavior persists, we will call home. Please try to pick your dancer up promptly. At your child’s end time, try to the common area to retrieve your dancer after class There will be a fee of $5 after the first 15 minutes and $1 for every minute after that All dancers who are waiting to be picked up will remain in the overhang between the studios until parents arrive to pick them up. Please do not wait for your dancer around any corners of the parking lot. It is not safe to walk around the back of the building and we do not want students just hanging out in the parking lot. You may pull up to a parking spot and your dancer can walk to TDA or back to your car. When you drive into the parking lot, please keep in mind that there are children all around. There are several businesses that cater to children and we want to make sure everyone is safe. Drive slowly and carefully when entering and exiting the parking lot, and help us out by using the Traffic Pattern you can review in the September Newsletter
D R E S S C O D E R E M I N D E R S
There are lots of different styles and fashions for our dancers, and while we encourage you to express your own style, it is important for dancers to dress appropriately for class. We would appreciate all dancers having the appropriate clothes and shoes by October 15th.
Ballet Specific: Leotards and Tights are suggested for all Ballet Classes. We want to see your body lines clearly. Boys may wear shorts and a shirt, but nothing too loose-fitting Ballet shoes must be worn with strings tucked into the toe For all other styles of dance, you can add leggings shirts etc just make sure you can move freely
Shoes: CLICK HERE to see a list of shoes for each class on our website. If you have a pair that are not this style, that is okay for now, you will just need the correct style by competition/recital
Hair: Hair must be up and pulled back and out of your face for all classes. A Bun is required for all advanced ballet classes. Your bun should be secured and not have to be fixed throughout the day If your hair is short, make sure you pin it back however you need to for class. T D A N U T C R A C K E R
NOTES FROM TDA STAFF
From Ms. Hallie - Students and Families please be sure to check out The TDA Google Drive. This Drive will house all of the Newsletters, Important Updates, Music, Celebration Photos throughout the year as well as videos for the dancers to use to practice CLICK HERE to access the TDA 24-25 Recreational Google Drive.
From Ms. Charleigh - Just a mindful reminder that all dancers; especially our youngest dancers should only be having water when entering the studio Additionally; I know parents and families might want to peek on dancers; and we fully support that If we could be sure that parents are not tapping and getting too close to the window for studio 2 that would be great. This can be a distraction to our youngest dancers so just help us out and be mindful of that
T U I T I O N R E M I N D E R S
Your first statement included September tuition as well as half of June 2025 Tuition is due on the 1st of each month and is late after the 7th. You will receive an email statement along with the Newsletter on the 25th of the month prior and can pay your tuition with cash or check at the studio, before the 25th of the month by handing it to the Front Desk Coordinator at front desk. If you pay with cash, put it in an envelope and write on the outside the dancer's name and the amount enclosed. If you pay with a check no envelope is needed, simply write the dancer's name in the memo line. Both of these should be placed in the locked drop box in the lobby or given to a TDA Staff member, again by the 25th of the month prior to tuition being due Otherwise, your Jackrabbit account will automatically charge your Credit Card associated with your account on the 1st of each month for your total tuition due. If your tuition is not paid by the 7th there will be a $25 late fee applied. If it is still not paid, we will be employing a collection agency to collect the payments. We want everyone to be able to dance, but in the end, this is a business with expenses of its own that rely on your tuition to be paid - Thanks for your understanding andattention to this matter.
L O O K I N G A H E A D
Christmas Parade & Accessory: TDA will be participating in the Rolesville Christmas Parade on Sunday December 1st. For the parade, as well as our TDA Competition in the Spring, dancers are required to wear/purchase this year’s TDA accessory We will be passing out our 2024-25 Accessory (Still a surprise) the first week of November, and you will be charged $5 for the accessory as mentioned in Policies signed at the beginning of the year on November 15th. It is really important for all dancers to keep their accessories as well as their Tan TDA Shirts in a safe place throughout the season so they are sure to keep track of it for special events. Be sure to have your dancers name somewhere too!
Costume Sizing: In Order to assist us with sizing for our costume orders, we are asking parents to help us out! In order to do so, we need everyone to work together and get measurements for each of our dancers. CLICK HERE to access to Google Form with measurement instructions and submission google form. If you are a TDAC dance member; please be sure to still complete this form as it is a separate grouping of orders. In the description of the form, you will find more details regarding the measurement protocols If you do not complete the measurement form, TDA Staff will use the measurements we take in the studio to make sizing decisions This form is due no later than OCTOBER 25th and to be clear with all, there will not be any costume refunds, no exchanges all alterations are to be made by families and are not the responsibility of TDA.
Ozella Barnes
Evianna Broaddus
Faith Duarte
Avery Dunning
Maya Frisby
Finnley Hassell
Avery Hunter
MORGAN JENKINS
BRYN KNODE
PAISLEE MCMASTERS
EMMA PAPP
ALLISON SAVARESE
PEYTON YARDLEY
Birthdays
2 0 2 4 B E S T O F T H E B E S T ! Congratulations to us all! The Dance Attic has been recognized as the 2024 Best Dance Studio by the Wake Weekly Organization! Thank you too all who voted; we are honored to represent our communities with this recognition
U P C O M I N G D A T E S
OCTOBER 2024
Saturday October 5th Master Class #7
Saturday October 12th TDAC Learns Holiday Choreography (Select Dancers)
Saturday October 19th Master Class #8
Thursday October 31st TDA Closed
NOVEMBER 2024
Thursday November 14th TDAC NYC Meeting 9:00 at Studio
Saturday November 16th Holiday Cares Downtown WF(Select Dancers)
Sunday November 17th Titans Dance Convention (Not Required)
DECEMBER 2024
Sunday December 1st Rolesville Christmas Parade
Saturday December 7th TDAC Holiday Showcase
Sunday December 8th - January 3rd TDAC Winter Break
Monday December 9th - TDA Blood Drive
December 13th-16th TDAC in NYC Monday
December 16th TDA Alumni Class
Friday December 20th-January 3rd TDA Winter Break
IMPORTANT INFO AND NOTES:
Always check the website for important information including the monthly newsletter Announcements are posted on Facebook and via email as well If you are a member of our Facebook page you will get LOADS of information and see our studio updates as well as games/pictures/announcements. We use this as a great way to communicate to our families and to spread the word about all things TDA to the entire Wake Forest Community! If you see a post, you are willing to share with your Facebook Family, feel free to share and tag The Dance Attic Page! Furthermore, it is important to check Facebook for quick reminders and announcements. If there is a change in schedule or other adjustments, we will always post on Facebook With everything going on, it is a good idea to check social media often as it is a quick way for us to get the word out
Write your dancer’s name on all dance gear (shoes, bag, jacket, etc.). If something is All lost and found items will be donated to Goodwill in January and June.
The Dance Attic has free WIFI! You can see the Wifi Network and Password displayed behind the front desk for your use!
More information in our next newsletter but CLICK HERE if you are interested in donating blood at our TDA Blood Drive in December
Anytime you have an issue or are dissatisfied with something, PLEASE send an email We need to hear your concerns, but during the check in time we need to be as quick and efficient as possible to get these dancers into the correct classes. Also, please do not discuss problems with other parents or dancers.
Please check your start and end times as well as your Studio in Jackrabbit. Things are still very fluid and changes are made every day. Thank you so much for understanding.
Hip Hop - All dancers should wear sneakers to Hip Hop. Any type is fine for now. We will let you know a specific style for performances at a later time When your dancer is wearing their sneakers, make sure that they are clean and not their everyday shoes.
Dancers, please upload an image to your Jackrabbit accounts. This helps staff become more familiar with dancers! Dancers are always leaving things behind at TDA. This year, if you lose something we would like for you to follow this procedure. Email the studio on the day of your class and ask if we can locate it. If we are unsuccessful, we will communicate with dancers and families, if need be, by the next week of class. Please do not ask us to send out an email to the entire studio to locate lost things Too many things get lost daily for us to be able to do that Thank you for your cooperation
