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Elite Dance Studio
Policies and Information 2020-2021
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Tuition: Tuition is paid in nine installments that are due the 1st day of each month from September 1st to May 1st. Tuition is based on a yearly rate, from September through May, paid in nine payments. Thirty-one lessons are included in your tuition (including dress rehearsal and two weather/emergency cancellations). We do not prorate tuition for any reason. Holidays and closures are already calculated into your nine payments.
**If your payment is received after the 7th day of each month regardless of absence or illness, a late fee of $15.00 will be added to your account. An additional $25 late fee will be added to your account on the 15th of each month. Students who fall two months behind on payments will not be allowed to take dance class, until the account is paid in full with cash or credit card, including late fees. Families with any outstanding balance 60 days past due will be automatically dropped from classes. Late fee notices will be emailed on the 8th and mailed on the 15th.
Any account with a balance remaining on May 8th will be subject to a $50 late fee. No exceptions. All accounts must be paid in full, including late fees, by May 9th to participate in Dress Rehearsal and Recital.
There are no refunds for missed classes. If your child misses a class, he/she can make it up during another class that is similar to the registered class. Make-ups must be done within 30 days of the class missed. Please call first to schedule a make-up class. Please be aware that many classes are working on recital dances during the months of February-May (dances may not be the same as your dancer’s). There will be no make-ups after May 1st.
Visa and MasterCard payments are accepted. We also offer an automatic credit card charge plan. Checks should be payable to Elite Dance Studio. There will be a $30.00 fee for all checks returned for insufficient funds.
Registration: In order to be registered, you must complete the online registration, pay the registration fee, and the first month’s tuition installment.
Age Deadline: November 1, 2021 is the age eligibility deadline date for class placement.
Recital: The recital and dress rehearsal will be held sometime in mid or late May/early June. Exact dates are not finalized until March. Dancing in the recital is optional and not a requirement to participate in the class. Expenses will include costumes, recital tickets, and tights/shoes/undergarments. Costume pictures and recital digital links are optional to purchase. Each class will perform in one to three shows. Exact details will be released in April. Families may need to attend more than one show in order to see all their children(s)’ dances.
Costumes: Costumes are required for each routine a student will be performing in the year end recital. Prices range from $75.00-$95.00 per costume. Tights/shoes/undergarments will be an additional cost. Costumes MUST be paid in full by November 6, 2021. Each class will be learning one dance.
**Costumes not paid in full by November 6, 2021 will not be ordered.
Refunds: Refunds will not be issued for tuition, registration fees, recital tickets, or costume balances. No exceptions. There will be no refunds for a student’s absence from class. If class enrollment does not exceed five students, the class will be cancelled and students will be reassigned to another class. Refunds will be issued only if the studio cancels a class and another class is not an option.
If you withdraw on or before November 6, 2021, your costume payment can be refunded. If you withdraw after November 2, your costume has been ordered and you will receive your costume when it comes in. You will be called when the costume is ready for pick up and it must be picked up before July 1, 2022. All unclaimed costumes will be donated on July 1, 2022.
Withdrawal/Addition of Classes: In the event that a student needs to withdraw early, an “Add/Drop Form” must be picked up at the front desk in order to close the account and prevent from further billing. Accounts remain open and payments will be due until a completed “Add/Drop Form” is turned in. Any past tuition must be paid before completing a drop class form. Students wishing to add a class after the initial registration must complete the online registration on the Customer Portal: my.registerelite.com
All drops from classes are effective the month after written notice is given. For example, for a drop request to be effective Nov. 1, it must be submitted in writing (drop form) & there must be a zero balance on the account on or before Oct 31. In this instance, the drop is effective Nov. 1 and no other tuition fees are due. Drop forms submitted Nov 1, will be effective Dec 1 and November tuition (and any other outstanding tuition) will remain due. Late fees may still apply. In this instance, dancers are also able to continue class through Dec 1.
Parental Responsibility to be Aware of Dates and Events: It is the responsibility of the parents to be aware of all dance studio activities, such as recitals, opening or closings, and picture days. The studio notices are posted on the bulletin board, the website, and in the newsletters sent home with the students. Notices are sent through e-mail as well. Please notify the front desk in writing if your address, e-mail address, or telephone number has changed.
Levels and Placement: Each student is closely evaluated by the faculty and director. EDS has a syllabus for each class that the faculty follows. Once the dancers progress beyond the combo classes, students do not move up to the next level according to age or the amount of years that they have studied dance. Levels at EDS are designed to be repeated for multiple years. They must be able to execute proper technique of each movement for that level. It is extremely important that dancers are placed in a level that is appropriate for them, as frustration and even injury may occur.
Attendance: Attendance and participation is imperative for a dance student to progress. Proper technique and dance skills are accomplished through practice and patience. Advancement to the next level may not be possible due to poor attendance. IF a dancer has inconsistent attendance, participation in the recital is solely at the discretion of the teachers and the studio director. No refunds on missed classes nor on costume purchases.
Holidays, Inclement Weather, or Other Cancellations: We do not follow Montgomery County Public School systems school closure schedule. Please check our calendar to review which days/holidays we are closed. We also do not follow the MCPS inclement weather closures. A decision will be made by 8:30 AM for morning classes and by 2:30 PM for evening classes. Closings will be on the studio voicemail and the website. There is one snow cancellation included in the tuition. If an additional class is cancelled, students may attend a similar class for a makeup. Refunds will not be issued due to inclement weather.
Care of Students: Elite Dance Studio cannot be responsible for the care of students before or after class. For the children’s safety, we also ask that parents come into the studio to pick them up. We do not allow children to go into the parking lot unaccompanied by an adult. Please arrive promptly at the end of your child’s class. After a 10-minute grace period, a $15 late pickup fee is charged to your account. Parking on the curb is prohibited.
Lost or Stolen Items: Elite Dance Studio is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please check the bins in the lobbies for lost items. All items (except the donated shoes in the donation bin) are donated to charity monthly.
Teacher Conferences/Questions: Please leave a message at the front desk if you would like to speak with your child’s teacher. They will be happy to answer your questions. Please do not delay them between their classes.
Session Class Policies: Registration is finalized when online registration is complete and full tuition amount is paid. No prorating (unless registering late). No refunds. Session classes do not participate in the recital and do not need a costume. Makeups must be completed within the session. Parent Observation is the last week of each session (see studio calendar for more details).
COVID-19: All dancers must follow all posted guidelines. Dancers who refuse to follow the state/county mandated policies, will be asked to leave. Dancers who are sick, will be asked to leave. Do not attend class if you, or someone in your household, are running a fever or feeling symptomatic. We reserve the right to send any sick dancer home. Dancers will be provided their own personal dance space in the studio during class until further notice. The lobby’s are closed until further notice.
Policies and Information 2020-2021
LOOKING FOR OUR DRESS CODE? CLICK HERE
Tuition: Tuition is paid in nine installments that are due the 1st day of each month from September 1st to May 1st. Tuition is based on a yearly rate, from September through May, paid in nine payments. Thirty-one lessons are included in your tuition (including dress rehearsal and two weather/emergency cancellations). We do not prorate tuition for any reason. Holidays and closures are already calculated into your nine payments.
**If your payment is received after the 7th day of each month regardless of absence or illness, a late fee of $15.00 will be added to your account. An additional $25 late fee will be added to your account on the 15th of each month. Students who fall two months behind on payments will not be allowed to take dance class, until the account is paid in full with cash or credit card, including late fees. Families with any outstanding balance 60 days past due will be automatically dropped from classes. Late fee notices will be emailed on the 8th and mailed on the 15th.
Any account with a balance remaining on May 8th will be subject to a $50 late fee. No exceptions. All accounts must be paid in full, including late fees, by May 9th to participate in Dress Rehearsal and Recital.
There are no refunds for missed classes. If your child misses a class, he/she can make it up during another class that is similar to the registered class. Make-ups must be done within 30 days of the class missed. Please call first to schedule a make-up class. Please be aware that many classes are working on recital dances during the months of February-May (dances may not be the same as your dancer’s). There will be no make-ups after May 1st.
Visa and MasterCard payments are accepted. We also offer an automatic credit card charge plan. Checks should be payable to Elite Dance Studio. There will be a $30.00 fee for all checks returned for insufficient funds.
Registration: In order to be registered, you must complete the online registration, pay the registration fee, and the first month’s tuition installment.
Age Deadline: November 1, 2021 is the age eligibility deadline date for class placement.
Recital: The recital and dress rehearsal will be held sometime in mid or late May/early June. Exact dates are not finalized until March. Dancing in the recital is optional and not a requirement to participate in the class. Expenses will include costumes, recital tickets, and tights/shoes/undergarments. Costume pictures and recital digital links are optional to purchase. Each class will perform in one to three shows. Exact details will be released in April. Families may need to attend more than one show in order to see all their children(s)’ dances.
Costumes: Costumes are required for each routine a student will be performing in the year end recital. Prices range from $75.00-$95.00 per costume. Tights/shoes/undergarments will be an additional cost. Costumes MUST be paid in full by November 6, 2021. Each class will be learning one dance.
**Costumes not paid in full by November 6, 2021 will not be ordered.
Refunds: Refunds will not be issued for tuition, registration fees, recital tickets, or costume balances. No exceptions. There will be no refunds for a student’s absence from class. If class enrollment does not exceed five students, the class will be cancelled and students will be reassigned to another class. Refunds will be issued only if the studio cancels a class and another class is not an option.
If you withdraw on or before November 6, 2021, your costume payment can be refunded. If you withdraw after November 2, your costume has been ordered and you will receive your costume when it comes in. You will be called when the costume is ready for pick up and it must be picked up before July 1, 2022. All unclaimed costumes will be donated on July 1, 2022.
Withdrawal/Addition of Classes: In the event that a student needs to withdraw early, an “Add/Drop Form” must be picked up at the front desk in order to close the account and prevent from further billing. Accounts remain open and payments will be due until a completed “Add/Drop Form” is turned in. Any past tuition must be paid before completing a drop class form. Students wishing to add a class after the initial registration must complete the online registration on the Customer Portal: my.registerelite.com
All drops from classes are effective the month after written notice is given. For example, for a drop request to be effective Nov. 1, it must be submitted in writing (drop form) & there must be a zero balance on the account on or before Oct 31. In this instance, the drop is effective Nov. 1 and no other tuition fees are due. Drop forms submitted Nov 1, will be effective Dec 1 and November tuition (and any other outstanding tuition) will remain due. Late fees may still apply. In this instance, dancers are also able to continue class through Dec 1.
Parental Responsibility to be Aware of Dates and Events: It is the responsibility of the parents to be aware of all dance studio activities, such as recitals, opening or closings, and picture days. The studio notices are posted on the bulletin board, the website, and in the newsletters sent home with the students. Notices are sent through e-mail as well. Please notify the front desk in writing if your address, e-mail address, or telephone number has changed.
Levels and Placement: Each student is closely evaluated by the faculty and director. EDS has a syllabus for each class that the faculty follows. Once the dancers progress beyond the combo classes, students do not move up to the next level according to age or the amount of years that they have studied dance. Levels at EDS are designed to be repeated for multiple years. They must be able to execute proper technique of each movement for that level. It is extremely important that dancers are placed in a level that is appropriate for them, as frustration and even injury may occur.
Attendance: Attendance and participation is imperative for a dance student to progress. Proper technique and dance skills are accomplished through practice and patience. Advancement to the next level may not be possible due to poor attendance. IF a dancer has inconsistent attendance, participation in the recital is solely at the discretion of the teachers and the studio director. No refunds on missed classes nor on costume purchases.
Holidays, Inclement Weather, or Other Cancellations: We do not follow Montgomery County Public School systems school closure schedule. Please check our calendar to review which days/holidays we are closed. We also do not follow the MCPS inclement weather closures. A decision will be made by 8:30 AM for morning classes and by 2:30 PM for evening classes. Closings will be on the studio voicemail and the website. There is one snow cancellation included in the tuition. If an additional class is cancelled, students may attend a similar class for a makeup. Refunds will not be issued due to inclement weather.
Care of Students: Elite Dance Studio cannot be responsible for the care of students before or after class. For the children’s safety, we also ask that parents come into the studio to pick them up. We do not allow children to go into the parking lot unaccompanied by an adult. Please arrive promptly at the end of your child’s class. After a 10-minute grace period, a $15 late pickup fee is charged to your account. Parking on the curb is prohibited.
Lost or Stolen Items: Elite Dance Studio is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please check the bins in the lobbies for lost items. All items (except the donated shoes in the donation bin) are donated to charity monthly.
Teacher Conferences/Questions: Please leave a message at the front desk if you would like to speak with your child’s teacher. They will be happy to answer your questions. Please do not delay them between their classes.
Session Class Policies: Registration is finalized when online registration is complete and full tuition amount is paid. No prorating (unless registering late). No refunds. Session classes do not participate in the recital and do not need a costume. Makeups must be completed within the session. Parent Observation is the last week of each session (see studio calendar for more details).
COVID-19: All dancers must follow all posted guidelines. Dancers who refuse to follow the state/county mandated policies, will be asked to leave. Dancers who are sick, will be asked to leave. Do not attend class if you, or someone in your household, are running a fever or feeling symptomatic. We reserve the right to send any sick dancer home. Dancers will be provided their own personal dance space in the studio during class until further notice. The lobby’s are closed until further notice.