Parent & Student Handbook

HANDBOOK PARENT/STUDENT

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Welcome Who to Contact? | Business Hours Philosophy | Mission | Values Code of Conduct Bullying Notice Communication The Dancer's Journey Dress Code | Lower School Dress Code | Upper School Dress Code | Boys Hair | Class Preparation Tuition | Installment Plan Withdrawal | Refunds Attendance | Make-up Classes IInclement Weather Performances | Dress Rehearsal Costumes Social Media

WELCOME I wish to thank you for selecting the Academy as your choice for dance training for your dancer (or yourself).

We are thrilled to see so many of our returning dancers and extremely excited to see so many new dancers joining The Maryland Academy of Dance (MAD) family.

This Handbook has been created with all of you in mind. It will answer many of your questions, clear up issues and give important information such as dance uniform, costumes, tuition, important dates etc.

We strongly recommend that you take the time to read this Handbook carefully. Whether you are new or returning there is a wealth of important information outlined. However, know that if you have any questions, our wonderful team will be more than glad to answer your questions; no question is too small.

Peace & Blessings,

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WHO TO CONTACT? DARBY IVA PACK DIRECTOR DPACK@MDACADEMYDANCE.COM STUDENT/ TEACHER CONCERNS | LEVEL PLACEMENT | DANCE ENSEMBLE | CONFLICTS | CONCERNS DIAMOND FREEMAN STUDIO MANAGER DFREEMAN@MDACADEMYDANCE.COM ADD/DROP CLASSES | CALENDAR DATES | STUDIO RENTAL | MERCHANDISE | COSTUMES /MEASUREMENTS AUTUMN JOHNSON & JALEN ROSE FRONT OF HOUSE AJOHNSON@MDACADEMYDANCE | JROSE@MDACADEMYDANCE.COM PAYMENTS | ATTENDANCE | LATENESS | EMERGENCY MESSAGES | ENROLLMENT | TRIAL CLASSES | SCHEDULE CHANGES

BUSINESS HOURS MARTINA PACK

MONDAY - FRIDAY 5:00 - 9:00 PM

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR

SATURDAY: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

MPACK@MDACADEMYDANCE.COM

SUNDAY: CLOSED TAX DOCUMENTS | PAYMENT ARRANGEMENTS

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PHILOSOPY The Maryland Academy of Dance approaches dance education in a fun and creative way. We place an emphasis on technique and performance. We encourage self-respect, selfdiscipline and self-confidence along with respect for others through our professional and progressive levels of instruction. All classes are age appropriate in music and content.

MISSION

To provide a safe, loving, inclusive and disciplined space to build self-confidence and self-expression through dance.

VALUES LOVING INCLUSIVE EVOLVING INTEGRITY RESPECT

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CODE OF CONDUCT DO NOT disturb the teacher while they are teaching.

DELIVER messages through the front desk for students in class.

BE on time to pick up after class and DROP-OFF on time. WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DANCERS BEFORE OR AFTER CLASSES. DO NOT contact Teachers or Team Members personally via phone, e-mail, social media with studio issues, concerns or questions.

RESPECT EVERYONE: All students, parents, team member and teachers must show respect at all times. Please contact the Director immediately if there is ever a problem.

DO NOT bring valuable items to the studio. MAD is not responsible for any stolen or misplaced property.

NO INAPPROPRIATE MUSIC OR COSTUMES - THAT IS OUR PROMISE TO OUR PARENTS & FAMILIES!

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BULLYING NOTICE

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We have a zero tolerance standard for bullying at MAD. We take it very seriously and want to know if there are any instances of bullying. This includes verbally, physically & cyberbullying. Please do not sweep small instances of bullying under the rug. Contact Ms. Darby Immediately with your concerns. Parents, Teachers, Staff and Students can be dismissed from our school for bullying.

MAD ADMIN TEAM

COMMUNICATION E-MAIL is our primary means of communication.

To stay up to date, please read ALL emails.

UPDATE CONTACT INFO Make sure that your contact information is up to date. In the rare case of emergency, i.e. class cancellation, we want to be able to contact you as quickly as possible.

MAIN LOBBY TV Information will also be displayed on our TV above the front desk.

Diamond Freeman | Studio Manager | dfreeman@mdacademydance.com Jalen Rose | Customer Service | jrose@mdacademydance.com

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Autumn Johnson | Registration Specialist | ajohnson@mdacademydance.com

SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOW US STAY CONNECTED IG: @MDACADEMYDANCE FB: The Maryland Academy of Dance CLOSED FB GROUP MADPTSA

The Dancer's Journey Your journey into personal & physical growth through dance at MAD

Age 2-3 Creative Movement

Age 6-9 Age 4-5 Ballet/Tap Acrobatics Hip-Hop

Ages 12-18

Age 10-11

Student Teacher Education Program Pointe

Upper School Pre-Pointe Dance Ensemble Pre-Professional

Seniors Senior Spotlight Senior Solo Senior Dinner Senior Photoshoot

GRADS FREE CLASS for College students that Graduate from MAD. Must be in good standing

Ballet Modern Acrobatics Hip-Hop LTJ Tap Dance Ensemble Dance Ministry Pre-Professional

ADULTS Adult Dance Classes Class Mom Daddy/Daughter Dance

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Dress Code

Key Standard Uniform

Lower School

All dancers must wear our standard uniform.

(Modern & Acrobatics)

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1. Black Tank Leotard 2. Suntan Convertible Tigths Additional Required Items Add These Items based on the the style of dance

2 Where to Buy?

www.mdacademydance.com Artistic Dance & Costumes Discount Dance Supply

3. Ballet & Creative Movement | Pink | Leather | split sole 4. Tap | Black | Mary Jane 5. Hip-hop | Black sweat pants & Tennis shoes 6. LTJ | Black Jazz shoes

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Dress Code

Key Standard Uniform

Upper School

All dancers must wear our standard uniform.

(Modern & Acrobatics)

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1. Balck Tank Leotard 2. Suntan Convertible Tigths Additional Required Items Add These Items based on the the style of dance

2 Where to Buy?

www.mdacademydance.com Artistic Dance & Costumes Discount Dance Supply

3. Ballet | Pink | Leather or Canvas| split sole 4. Tap | Black | Full Sole 5. Hip-hop | Black sweat pants & Tennis shoes 6. LTJ | Black Jazz shoes

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Dress Code Boys

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Where to Buy?

www.mdacademydance.com Artistic Dance & Costumes Discount Dance Supply

Key Standard Uniform 1. Black Fitted T-shirt 2. Black Sweat Pants or Basketball Shorts

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Additional Required Items Add These Items based on the the style of dance

3. Ballet | Black Leather or Canvas| split sole 4. Tap | Black | Full Sole 5. Hip-hop | Black sweat pants & Tennis shoes 6. LTJ | Black Jazz shoes

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HAIR Hair must be secure ballet bun tied off the face and neck. Beads must be covered with a stocking cap to avoid injury and excessive noise.

Dancers who take acrobatics should

CLASS PREPARATION

avoid hair on the top of their head.

Dancers should arrive 10 minutes before class begins. Follow this checklist to ensure your dancer has everything they need.

CHECKLIST:

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1. Label Everything 2. Dance Bag 3. Hair Ties/Kit 4. Water Bottle 5. All Dance Shoes 6. Cover Up Clothes (easy on & off)

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TUITION

Tuition is billed for the year. You can choose to pay tuition in 3 different installment plans.

Monthly | Bi-annual | Yearly Tuition must be paid in advance.

INSTALLMENT PLANS MONTHLY: 9 Installments Due: September 15, 2019 - May 15, 2020 Late Fee: $40.00 BI-ANNUAL 2 Installments 1st Due: September 15, 2019 2nd Due: December 15, 2019 Late Fee: $40.00 YEARLY 1 Installment Due: September 15, 2019 5% Discount (NO OTHER DISCOUNTS CAN BE APPLIED)

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WITHDRAWAL To withdraw from the Maryland Academy of Dance submit a notice of withdrawal via e-mail to info@mdacademydance.com. The Withdrawal Fee is equal to the next months tuition. If you withdrawal in February you will owe tuition for the month of March.

REFUNDS

Refunds are not made once the season is is underway. Tuition & Registration Fees are not refundable.

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ATTENDANCE TARDINESS

All Students are expected to arrive on time and in the appropriate attire.

If you are more than 15 minutes late, you may be asked to sit and watch class.

The student must ask for permission to join class and respect the teachers decision for the safety of the dancer.

MAKE-UP CLASS

If you need to make-up a class just let us know. You can attend the same class on a different day or attend a level up or down.

Make-up class is the perfect way to experience a different style of dance.

Keep in mind there is no discount or refund for missed classes. Make-up classes must be used with in one month of the missed class and they are not transferable to another person or dance season/session.

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INCLEMENT WEATHER The Safety of our students, teachers and parents is the utmost concern. If the weather is bad (snow, ice or dangerously cold weather), we may cancel classes.

However, the weather and roads may clear in time for our evening and afternoon classes. Classes missed because of weather closures may be made up in a similar class according to our make-up policy. Closings due to inclement weather are not refunded or credited. If you would like to make up a class missed due to a weather -related closing follow the MAKE-UP CLASS process.

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PERFORMANCES We have two major concerts per year. Consistency is the key to preparing for the stage.

1) Informal Showings 2) Spring Concert INFORMAL SHOWINGS:

DRESS REHEARSAL Dress rehearsals are scheduled prior to a concert and are designed to help the dancer understand the expectations for the performance. It helps the dancer get his/her bearing on stage, develop a level of comfort in front of an audience and allows teachers to set the lighting, finalize blocking and address any costuming issues. Dress rehearsals are MANDATORY for all dancers performing on stage.

This presentation consist of short dances or lecture demonstrations from the class they have been attending. This tradition is a model used in the French School of Ballet. Emphasis is not on elaborate costumes but on skills and techniques, PERFORMANCE DATE: DECEMBER 14, 2019

SPRING CONCERT: This presentation is our way of celebrating the year. The students take the stage in full costumes, make-up and flawless hair. This is like a final exam as it pulls all the information learned and students present on the big stage.

PERFORMANCE DATE: JUNE 20, 2020

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COSTUMES

Costumes are purchased online through Shop Nimbly.

This will allow each individual family to order their own costume. The costume fee is $75-$80 + Fees per costume/class. The company has their own stystem of processing late orders so please adheae to the order by deadline. ALL COSTUMES MUST BE ORDERED BY FEBRUARY 1, 2020.

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