Sycamore Schedule - Fall 2017- Spring 2018 August 28-June 9
Studio A
Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday / Saturday
4:30-5:45pm
Ballet II
(Ages 6-9) / 4:30-6pm
Ballet III/IV
(Ages 8-12) / 4:30 – 5:30pm
Ballet I
(Ages 6-9) / Performance Rehearsals / *9:00-9:45
Aerial Silks II (Must be enrolled in Tuesday class or private lessons)
6-7:30pm
Ballet IV & Advanced Ballet / *6:15-7pm
Aerial Silks Minis
(Ages 6-8) / 6-6:45pm Adult Aerial Fitness / 5:30-6:30
Hip Hop/Jazz I
(Ages 6-9) / 10am – 12:00noon
Ballet V & Pointe
6:30-8:00pm
Ballet IV/V
7:30-8pm
Pointe / *7-8pm Aerial Silks I
(Ages 9+) / Private Lessons / 8:00 – 9:00pm
Contemporary/Modern / 12noon-1pm
Contemporary
8-9pm
Jazz IV & Advanced / Competition
Contact Information: Phone: 815-901-7653 Email: Website:
Studio B
Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday / Saturday
5-5:45pm
Tricks, Leaps & Turns
(Ages 9+) / 6-7pm
Jazz III/IV
(Ages 8-12) / 4:30-5pm
Intro to Storybook (Ages 18mo-2yr) / 4:30 – 5:20pm
Storybook Ballet
(Ages 3-5) / Performance Rehearsals / 9:00 am – 9:50am
Storybook Ballet
(Ages 3-5 years)
5:45-6:45pm
Hip Hop/Jazz II
(Ages 6-9) / 7-7:30pm
Jazzy Tap Combo
(Ages 3-6) / 5:10-6pm
Pre-Ballet (Storybook for Kindergarten)
(Ages 5 & 6) / 5:30-6pm
Mini Hip Hop/Jazz (Must be enrolled in Storybook Ballet)
(Ages 3-5) / 10-10:50am
Beginning Ballet
(Ages 5-8)
Non- Performance Class
6:45-7:45pm
Teen Contemporary/Jazz / *7:30-9pm
Competition Team / 6:10-7pm
Storybook Ballet
(Ages 3-5) / 6-7:30pm
Lyrical/Ballet II/III
(Must take Ballet II or III)
(Ages 8+) / *7:30-8:30pm
Competition Team / 11-11:45am
Musical Theatre
(Ages 5 +)

*NOT INCLUDED IN MULTIPLE CLASS DISCOUNTS
Classes Begin Monday, August 28, 2017

Season Ends Saturday, June 9, 2018

Fall 2017 – Spring 2018 Tuition Information

Hours Per Week / Monthly Tuition / Hours Per Week / Semester Tuition
1 / $55.00 / $270.00
1.5 / $75.00 / $360.00
2 / $91.00 / $445.00
2.5 / $105.00 / $515.00
3 / $115.00 / $565.00
3.5 / $125.00 / $615.00
4 / $135.00 / $660.00
4.5 / $145.00 / $715.00
5 / $155.00 / $765.00
5.5 / $165.00 / $815.00
6 / $175.00 / $865.00
6.5 / $185.00 / $915.00
7 / $195.00 / $965.00
7.5 / $200.00 / $990.00
8 / $205.00
(Unlimited) / $1015.00

Tuition is due on the 1st of each month from September 1, 2017- June 1, 2018. It is based on a 36 week period of classes. Semester I isMonday, August 28, 2017-Saturday, January 27, 2018and Semester II is Monday, January 29, 2018-Saturday, June 9, 2018. There is a $25 registration fee for a single student and a $45 family registration fee each year. Students are registered for the whole school year once they are enrolled. Withdrawals are not accepted once a semester has started. You are responsible for the semester tuition. There are no refunds!

Aerial Silks Tuition

(9 week sessions) Due Dates: August 28, October 30, January 22, April 9

45 minute class: $165

1 hour class: $200

Twice a Week: $300

This is a tentative schedule times are subject to change!

Registration for fall is now being accepted. Register early to hold your space!

Instructors

Jodi Riley (Artistic Director), Christa McGrath (Rochelle Director), Aleesa Gunderson (Elburn Director), Lydia Carpenter, Erika Ellis, Shauna Havener, Rachael Rapp, Samantha Scaccianoce

Dance School Policies and Procedures

Registration

A non-refundable fee of $25.00 per student or $40 per family is required yearly at the time of registration.______

Tuition

Tuition is based on 36 weeks of classes and divided into 10 equal payment installments due on the 1st of each month through our auto payment system or by semester from September-June. Semester I begins August 28, 2017 and ends January 27,2018, Semester II begins January 29, 2018 and ends June 9, 2018. Students are considered registered for the entire dance season, but have the option to discontinue after a semester ends. Withdrawal from class before a semester ends in not accepted. There are no refunds.______

Dress Code/Representation

Students are required to wear proper dress code for each class. Hair must be pulled back off the face and neck. A ballet bun is required for all ballet students!

Required dance attire can be ordered through discountdance.com using our code TP53909. All ballet students are required to wear full footed pink tights and pink ballet shoes.

Intro to Storybook: Comfortable clothing

Storybook Ballet: Pink cap sleeve leotard by Mirella M515C,

Kinder Storybook: Lilac cap sleeve leotard by Mirella M515C

Level I: Light blue cap sleeve leotard by Mirella M515C

Level II: Burgundy cap sleeve leotard by Mirella M515C

Level III & IV: Black cap sleeve leotard by Mirella M515C for Child and M515L for Adult

Level V: Black leotard any style, may wear any color on Saturday mornings

Contemporary/Lyrical/ Aerial: Any style/color leotard, black booty shorts or leggings and bare feet

Jazz/Tap: Same color and style leotard as the ballet levels with black tap shoesor tan jazz shoes and black jazz/yoga pants______

Attendance and Tardiness

Students are expected to attend all classes. Tardiness may result in the student sitting out of class as warming up is an essential part of class to prevent injury and prepare the dancer for more difficult exercises. Consistently attending class is crucial to the progression of the student. If a student misses class the class can be made up in a similar class at the same or lower level, but must be done within the same month.______

Performances

Performances are held in the winter and spring. Costumes will only be provided for the winter performance with a small rental fee per costume. Costumes for the spring performance will be purchased by the students. The estimated cost for each costume will be between $85 and $150. Tickets are to be purchased through the Egyptian Theatre and cost $19.50 for age 13+ and $13.50 age 4-12. Prices are subject to change. _____

Care of Students

The school is not responsible for providing before or after class care for students. Students are not to be left at the school for excessive time periods before or after their class. The studio opens at 4:20pm Monday-Thursday.______

Weather/Emergency Cancellations

Inclement weather or emergency cancellations may occur on occasion. If Sycamore school district cancels school due to weather/emergency the dance school will follow. A class email and a Facebook post will be sent out. Classes can be made up per our attendance policy.______

Photo/Video Consent & Release

The Performing Arts Academy may photograph/video during class and performances on occasion. The academy uses these photos/videos for advertising and display purposes. I give my permission to the Performing Arts Academy use of photos/video of myself/my child, ______. ______

Allergies

Dancers sometimes eat at the studio. Occasionally there may be peanuts or other nut based products or other food allergy concerns present in the studio. The Performing Arts Academy is not liable for allergic reactions. Parents should inform the staff and provide proper medication for their child.______

Release of Liability

I wish to enroll my child in the Performing Arts Academy. I acknowledge that dance and aerial classes have inherent risks, however minimal, and by the enrollment of myself/my child, I understand, acknowledge and except those risks and agree to release and hold harmless the Performing Arts Academy for any physical injury claim or cause of action incurred as a result of instruction or performance under the direction of the Performing Arts Academy, it's agents, it's employees, or assigns. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless any suit, claim or cause of action which might accrue to any child or minor of which I am legal guardian, for any personal injury or loss incurred as a result of any instruction or performance under the direction or supervision of the Performing Arts Academy.______

Withdrawals and Refunds

Withdrawal must be done in person and will not be accepted over the phone. Withdrawal must be done at the front desk and not with the teacher. I understand that I am responsible for tuition payments for each full semester my child is enrolled in.To withdraw from classes a parent or adult student must:

  1. Inform the school in person
  2. Complete and sign a withdrawal form provided by the school.

I have read and understand the above policies and procedures and agree to abide by them.

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Students Name (please print)Signature of parent or adult student

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Date