From Tots to Teens -
We Train to Professional Level
Quakertown Studio (215) 536-6755
Perkasie Studio (215) 257-4121
WELCOME TO MISS CINDY'S FALL NEWSLETTER
2023 - 2024
Dear Parents and Students,
I would like to extend a warm welcome to Miss Cindy's School of Dance. Our staff is very happy to be working with your children in their development through dance, gymnastics, and other courses offered at the studio. Please keep the following information and school rules to refer to throughout the year. Additional newsletters will be emailed periodically to keep you informed of upcoming studio events. Please send your email address to www.misscindysschoolofdance.com to be included in our data base. If your email address has changed from last year please send your new one so we can update the data base.
Classes will begin on September 11 and run through June, ending with our main recital. When the Quakertown public schools are closed due to snow, (not inservice days), then our school is closed, in which case the student should come to his/her assigned make-up class (listed on the class schedule form). All students should arrive five minutes before their classes to prepare, so that class may start on time. Parents, please pick up your children immediately after their class, unless they are waiting for a later class. Such students must refrain from running in and out of the studios or otherwise disturbing the class in session.
Each student will receive a tuition envelope, which may be dropped in the tuition box or placed on the desk at any studio each month. It will be stamped and returned at the following class for you to keep as a receipt. If it is lost, the school records will be used to show accurate payment. Tuition rates are calculated for a 10 month school calendar. The total tuition is divided into 10 monthly payments due one month in advance. The total number of classes per month varies and does not affect the monthly tuition due. Payment for September should be mailed in as soon as possible to reserve a spot in the class and must be paid by September 1 in order for your child to participate in class. October's payment is due the first week of classes. Anyone who wishes to pay for the full year will receive the last month of classes at ½ charge. **School policy – Tuition is due one month in advance. After 10 days, a 10% service fee will be added. ** All tuition for the year must be paid by May 1 . There will be no refunds for missed classes or withdrawal from class for any reason. Students are expected to attend their scheduled make-up classes.
If your child has any health concerns or food allergies, please bring a note to the first class so the staff and I can be made aware of the problem.
Parents are only allowed to observe classes during the special visiting days. No exceptions will be made. These dates will be announced in monthly newsletters.
OPEN HOUSE
This year we will be holding an open house at both of our studio locations. You are welcome to visit our studios to see the classrooms and speak with the staff. You may also use this time to try on and order dancewear from our store so your child will be ready for his/her class. We have a variety of leotards, shorts, and skirts available. Please be sure to visit our studio during open house to see all the exciting new dance and gym apparel. We hope you will visit with us.
Dates:
Studio III & IV (Perkasie Studios)
Tuesday, August 22 from 10:00 – 1:00 & 5:00 – 8:00
Studio I & II (Quakertown Studios)
Wednesday, August 23 from 10:00 – 1:00 & 5:00 – 8:00
STUDIO RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. No chewing gum and no jewelry worn during class or performances.
2. Hair must be worn tied up and off the face. Ballet students must have hair in a secure bun. Avoid hard ponytail holders for gymnastics.
3. Any students who repeatedly disturbs class or break rules may be expelled from the school with no refund of tuition.
4. Anyone falling behind in tuition payments will not be permitted to take private classes until tuition is paid up to date. You will receive a note if necessary at your private class.
5. All dance students must adhere to the dress code. See dress code options attached.
STUDIO CLOSINGS
You will be notified in monthly emails about any scheduled studio closings. You can also check our website for the calendar which will list all closings. Students should attend make-up classes for scheduled closings.
TUITION FOR CLASSES 2023-2024
Each student will receive a tuition envelope, which may be dropped in the tuition box found at the studios. There are three options for payment of your year's tuition.
Monthly payments must be made one month in advance. Example: Sept. is due with registration. Oct. is due the week of Sept. 11, Nov. is due the week of Oct. 2, etc.
You may pay the full year's tuition and receive the month of June at half cost. Calculate the amount due by multiplying your monthly tuition rate by 9.5. The full year must be paid by September 30 to receive June at half price. This does not include private classes. They are paid on a monthly basis.
MONTHLY PAYMENT / DANCE & GYMNASTICS
One class per week ..………………………………………$64.00/ month
Two classes per week …………………………………….$116.00/ month
Three classes per week …………………………………..$174.00/ month
Four classes per week …………………………………….$227.00/month
Dance Pass (Student) ………………………………………$257.00/month
Student may take 7 classes. This does not include private classes.
Family Pass ……………………………………………….$332.00/ month
Family members may take a maximum of 12 classes.This does not include private classes.
Additional classes are $25.00 per month for student pass & family pass.
Solo ………………………………….$34.00 per half-hour (paid monthly)
Duo ………………………………..…$29.00 per half-hour (paid monthly)
Trio …………………………….…….$28.00 per half-hour (paid monthly)
YOU MUST BE A BROAD STREET ENTERTAINER TO TAKE ANY PRIVATE SOLOS, DUOS, AND/OR TRIOS AND YOU MUST ALSO TAKE AT LEAST 3 GROUP CLASSES.
GYMNASTIC INSURANCE
One-year insurance fee (age 6 and under) …………. $40.00
One–year insurance fee (age 7 - 12) ………… ….…. $48.00
One–year insurance fee (age 13 & UP) ………… …. $58.00
NO TUITION IS REFUNDED OR CREDITED FOR ANY REASON.
PLEASE ATTEND YOUR MAKE-UP CLASSES.
MANDATORY DRESS CODE / 2023 - 2024
It is very difficult to teach students when they are not dressed properly and are wearing different styles, colors, and fit of clothing. For teachers, a dress code helps reveal how well their students are implementing the technical aspects of dance being taught, especially ballet. Body alignment, stretched feet, and extended knees cannot be seen when they are draped in baggy sweats. We also have found that the children are ready to learn and dance when they are dressed properly. Preschool and Kindergarten students cannot concentrate when they are pulling on sparkles, tutus, or sequins on their leotards. It also becomes dangerous for the classes following them, because the floor does become slippery from the glitter and sequins.
Below is a list, along with prices of options for each dress code. Each option is listed as a package and priced accordingly. You may use the supply order form to place your order. Write the option code on the order form, but fill out the information for each item in the option, including item name, size and color. List the option price. Turn your order in immediately so the items will arrive for the student's first class.
If you have any questions, please contact the studio office.
TOT, PRESCHOOL, & KINDERGARTEN
Option A: Cost $55.00
Nylon Short sleeve pink Leotard
Pink Tights
Pink Ballet Slippers
Option B: Cost $68.00
Nylon Short sleeve pink Leotard
Pink Tights
Pink Ballet Slippers
Pink Skirt
GYMNASTICS
Girls: Gymnastic leotard must be worn.
Several varieties are available at our
store. Gym shorts may be worn.
Please visit our store to see the
variety of shorts and gym leos.
Absolutely no long pants may be wornduring gym.
Boys: Gym T-shirts and shorts