The Dance Company Student Etiquette, Parent Support and Notes

Thank you for being on time and prepared for class, arrive a few minutes early and be ready to DANCE!

Thank you for being respectful to instructors, other dancers, parents, and staff

Thank you for saving all conversations for outside of dance classes

Thank you for not leaning, lounging or hanging on the ballet barres or playing with mirrors!

Thank you for not sitting in class

Thank you for asking permission to join the class if you are late.

Thank you for cleaning up after yourself and your child both in the waiting area and dressing room!

Thank you for pitching in and helping take care of our studio!

Thank you for communicating in writing with your teacher. Email or a short note really help!

If injured, tell instructor PRIOR to class... work slowly & carefully or observe

If you are ill (running a fever and/or contagious) PLEASE do not come to class. We don't want to get everyone sick.

Please NO sharing liquids. Water only in class.

Thank you for sending healthy snacks and LOTS of water. Food in break room only please.

If you have to use the restroom please ask, then leave quietly & return quickly

If you must leave early, please discuss with your teacher PRIOR to class.

Thank you for turning OFF Cell phones. If parents need to contact their dancer for any reason they may call the studio phone 645-0503. (In the past we have had problems with dancers texting, answering phone calls, or checking the voicemails during class, phones can be in class but must be left on the shelf– Thank you!!!)

Friends & families will only be allowed to watch in the viewing area. Please refrain from distracting class & students (even during break time). Please discuss exceptions with teacher PRIOR to class.

Loitering of friends (boys or girls) is not allowed. Dancers are in training & everyone needs to stay focused.

For the safety of the students—Thank you for picking your child up INSIDE the studio, please communicate with teacher any changes in the adult picking up your child and make sure we are up to date on contact numbers!

Thank you for following the dress code policies! These will be strictly enforced !

Thank you for reviewing these rules with your student.

Beginning Students & Students trying new classes!

If this is your first time dancing with us, please know that dance is a wonderful form of expression and exercise, and we want to make sure your experience is a positive one. Please don't be afraid to ask questions, and for help when needed.

If you take class and find that the movements are complicated or challenging for you, understand this is normal. Please take a class several times to become familiar with the teaching style and general movement, and to allow your body to acquire a certain amount of muscle memory, stamina and strength. It does get better (generally after 4-5 classes) . Please note that our classes are designed to challenge you in body awareness, fitness, and artistry.

Parent Support—A vital role for student success—

"Positive Attitudes Create A Positive Atmosphere" Any individual talking negatively about any student, parent, or staff member will be asked to leave.

If it’s a reoccurrence, they will not be allowed to return. Thank you for keeping a positive atmosphere for our students!

Parental support is very much appreciated by all the teachers; however, it is very important that parents and students re-spect all teachers' decisions regarding costumes, choreography, class placement etc. Staff will handle all communication between competition personnel, costume companies, etc. and our studio.

Your attitude is reflected on your student. Please maintain a positive attitude both in and out of the studio at all times.

Student Conflicts Personal student conflicts that cause class disruption will not be tolerated. Students that bring conflict into the classroom cause tension, disturb teaching, and hurt classroom camaraderie. Teachers will try to mediate with students who have conflicts with others in the classroom. However, some situations may require parent assistance. Parents and/or children need to inform their teacher if there is a problem within the class by the next dance lesson.

Being unkind to fellow classmates is unacceptable, and will not be tolerated. The Dance Company is a place for students to express themselves without fear of pain or rejection, while working to build their self esteem and confidence. Parent assistance in this mission is greatly appreciated.