DANCE POLICIES 2022/2023

| In-class Rules |

1. Do not talk while the teacher is talking. Raise your hand and wait to be called on.

2. Do not touch the mirrors. 

3.  Do not hang on the ballet barres, unless they’re being used for warm-ups and exercises.

4.  Please stay away from Studio B center pole.  

5.  Respect instructor, peers and facility at all times.  

6.  Do not chew gum or eat snacks while participating in class.

7.  Please no sugary drinks, pop/soda, performance/sport drinks. Water bottle is allowed with name clearly printed.
8. Please do not wear street shoes in Studio A or B.

While participating in dance class or private dance lesson, student is expected to participate and follow all rules, as well as respect all instructors and facility. If student does not follow rules, the instructor will inform the director, and the parent/guardian will be notified immediately. 

Registration — All students returning and incoming must pay a $28.00 per student registration fee which is due upon registration to hold students place in classes or lessons. Family of three or more is $80.00 family registration fee. 

*This is a non-refundable fee

*Siblings must be from the same household, with at least one same legal guardian. No discounts for cousins, friends, or extend family members

| Grace Period and Drop Policy |

After registration for classes and lessons, each student is under a 4-week Grace Period, which he/she may be released from the season contract without penalty. This allows the student to cancel the contract on the 5th week of classes or lessons.

If student wishes to break the season contract, or drop classes beyond the 4-week Grace Period (after the fifth class or lesson), student’s enrollment in classes or lessons will be discontinued and a Drop Policy Fee, equivalent to one months tuition, will be charged to the student’s account. The student will not be allowed to attend classes or lessons if they are under a Drop Policy status. Exclusions for the Drop Policy contract after the Grace Period include family emergencies, sickness, hospitalization, injury or death. 

| Technique and Repertoire |

If student is beyond Tiny Tots, Creative Movement or Combo levels, they are required to take a tech and rep class. These tech and rep classes include ballet and/or ballet technique class.

| Parent Watch Night and Performing Parent Week |

For the safety of all our students and to provide the best learning environment, weekly classes and lessons are closed to visitors. 

Only one/parent or guardian is allowed in the studio or room during observation week(s). 

Parent Watch Night, November 14 - 17, on parent or guardian is allowed to attend the last 10 minutes of classes and lessons. 

Performing Parent Week, Feb 20-23 one parent or guardian is allowed to attend a class or lesson. This is a fun way for parents to see what their students have been learning, by being immersed in their class setting. 

| Weather Closings |

We tend to follow suit with Big Walnut Local School District. If school is closed due to inclement weather (i.e. snow, ice, bitter cold, etc.), The Lex Center of Performing Arts will typically be closed on that day. This same policy applies when school is dismissed before regular dismissal times due to bad weather. Exceptions have included — fog delays, ice/sleet in the early morning - melted by evening travel hours, etc. If any of the above scenarios arise during or after regular school hours, or on a Saturday for reschedule, please call the studio before attempting the trip, or check on social media or website for closing information.

| Make-up Class |

Students are expected to attend all scheduled lessons, unless holiday, or school weather release, resulting in The Lex Center of Performing Arts studio closing. If a student is going to be absent or late, please call or email the studio ahead of time within a 24-hour time frame. No credit or prorate will be given for missed lessons. Students who miss their classes are entitled to a make-up class. Information on make-up classes will be provided, on need basis.

| Sanitation & Limiting spread of sickness |

We are only allowing one parent/guardian in the studio during drop-off or pick up. Waiting in lobby is permitted for parents of students who are younger than 5 years old only.

We are using medical grade cleaner for floors, sanitizing all door knobs and handles, ballet bars, instruments, and other spaces and places touched by hands. There are sanitizing stations throughout the studio for students to utilize during the times we are open. Between each class and lesson, each instructor is given 3-5 minutes to properly sanitize teaching stations, this may cause a delay with certain classes and lessons.

Please check temperature prior to arrival at The Lex Center; if student is showing symptoms of sickness (cough, fever, chills, congestion, diarrhea, shortness of breath, loss of taste, body aches) please keep them home and rest!

Due to the type of services we offer where heavy breathing and conditioning exercises are involved with lack of oxygen, face masks are OPTIONAL for students.

| Tuition Scale for season classes & lessons |
Our tuition scale has been set up according to the length of weekly lesson time and based on a 36-week season. Monthly payments are required and must be paid in full by the first class or lesson of the month. Please note short months, holidays and 5-week months. For each week the payment is late, The Lex Center of Performing Arts will assess a $15.00 late charge to the student’s account. If payment is more than two months late, classes or lessons for the student will be discontinued until arrangements have been made through administration.

If payment is more than two months late, classes or lessons for the student will be discontinued until arrangements have been made through administration. 

| Mid-Season and End of Season Show |

Show — A Christmas Show and/or Spring Recital Fee for each student is required. Fee is required for students participating show. This covers the cost of facility rental, maintenance fees, stage sets and props. If students class is participating in the show, the student is required to participate in the show with their class. If a student is in private music lessons, participation in the show is not mandatory and will be left to the discretion of their instructor and the family. We do encourage participation in the show. The experience of the recital will not only give them confidence in themselves, but they will have fun with their friends.

Winter Themed Show — $65.00 Deposit/per student (DUE BY September 30th, 2023) Remaining fees for the show, if any, will be due by October 26th 2023.

May End of Season Themed Show — $65.00 Deposit/per student (DUE Jan 30, 2024) Remaining fees for the show, if any, will be due by March 7th 2024.

Costumes — Costumes for shows are required for participation. Prices listed below are per costume. Students who perform in the show(s) are required to purchase a non-refundable costume based on the theme of the event or piece the instructor has decided on for their group or class. Our costumes are carefully chosen, tasteful, students are measured accordingly and parents pay for their costumes individually. This cost is not added into the monthly fees and is a separate cost from the show fee and monthly fees. 

Tiny Tots/Creative Movement/Combo — $85.00

Beginning — Junior Levels — $90.00

Teen — Senior Levels — $95.00+

Christmas Show Costume Fee 

(Can make deposit during registration, final payment towards Christmas Show costume by September 28th, 2023)

Spring Show Costume Fee

(Due by December 7th, 2023)

Deposits or payment plans prior to the due date for costumes can be made if requested through admin staff. Price includes all accessories, tights, shoe bows, hair bows, props, etc. There will be no refunds for cancelled costumes. 

| Payment Options |

We accept — Cash, Check, or Chase Quick Pay/Zelle

The Lex Center of Performing Arts understands performing arts tuition can add up over time. Monthly payment-plan or deposit options are available for each family to use, on need basis. If you would like to go on a monthly plan or make deposits towards costumes, recital, or accompaniment fees, please contact Administration immediately. 

• All returned checked will be assessed a $35.00 fee.

• Checks made out to “The Lex Center” or cash placed in envelope with student’s name and class information clearly written on the front of the envelope. 

• If sending payment via mail, please address to- The Lex Center, P.O. Box 924, Sunbury, Ohio