Studio Dance Centre's calendar is based on the academic school year of August-May. Holidays, scheduled breaks, and inclement weather closings will typically reflect those of Frisco ISD. Please see your 2011-2012 Handbook for details about our calendar and policies. Any corrections to this calendar will be noted here on the website and/or at the studio.

• The 2011-2012 school year begins August 22nd
• NO classes September 5th (Labor Day)
• YES, we have classes October 10th (FISD Staff Development)
• YES, we have classes October 31st (Halloween)
• NO classes November 21st - 26th (Thanksgiving Break)
• Parent observation week Dec 5th - 10th (end of class time)
• NO classes December 19th - 31st (Winter Break)
• NO classes January 16th (MLK Jr. Day)
• YES, we have classes February 20th (FISD Staff Development)
• NO classes March 12th - 17th (Spring Break)
• NO classes March 31st (Spring Concert Photo Day - times TBA)
• Parent observation week April 16th - 21st (end of class time)
• YES, we have classes April 30th (FISD Staff Development)
• Spring Concert dress rehearsals and performances (TBA)
• Awards Week and Bring-a-Friend Week (TBA)
• Last day of classes for the 2011-2012 school year is May 31st
• Summer camps and classes TBD for June, July, and August!

SDC parents, contact us to confirm your account and receive your password for these documents:

Spring Concert Info Part 1
Spring Concert Info Part 2

Class Placement

Completed registration forms, registration fee, and 1st month's tuition are all required before a dancer may be placed in a class.

Class levels are determined primarily by the dancer's age, peer groups, and previous experience; however, each dancer's skill-level will be assessed by his or her instructor to ensure the right fit. Class times range from 45-75 minutes, and class offerings are subject to change by demand and instructor availability. A Preschool or Early Elementary class must have at least 4 dancers enrolled in order to remain open (at least 3 dancers for levels 1-4). SDC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes that do not meet the minimum number of dancers.

Attendance

Consistent attendance is very important to foster growth and progress in dance class. Missing classes can affect everyone in the group, especially during choreography. We ask that you notify SDc of an absence prior to the start of class on that day. In the case of absence due to illness or family emergency, a "make-up" of a missed class may be permitted at the instructor's discretion.  Make-ups are not always permitted for conflicting activities.  Make-ups are not guaranteed and may not take place in April or May due to choreography season and end-of-the-year class planning.

If a dancer misses four consecutive classes, he or she may be considered at risk for involuntary withdrawal.  If a dancer misses six or more classes in a semester, SDC reserves the right to withdraw the dancer from his or class due to non-attendance.

Late Policy

Dancers are expected to arrive early or on-time for class.  Entering the classroom late is not only disruptive to the other dancers; it is a potential cause of injury to a dancer who is not properly warmed up.

Preschool and Early Elementary Combo dancers who arrive more than 15 minutes late should wait until their tap lesson to enter the classroom. Early Elementary Ballet, Jazz, and Level 1-4 dancers who arrive more than 15 minutes late will be asked to observe the remainder of class.

Withdrawals

Withdrawals from Studio Dance Centre require a 30-day notice and payment of the final month's tuition. Withdrawals may take place during the school year through March 1st, 2012.  Withdrawals for the school year are not accepted after that date. Written notice is required for all withdrawals (email is fine) and no refunds are made. 

Fees and Tuition

Registration fees help defray the cost of studio administration, management, and upkeep. A non-refundable annual registration fee, required per dancer, is $40. Registration fee is $55 if more than one family member will be registering for classes. 

Tuition is due on the 1st of the month.  A non-refundable convenience fee of $15 is due after the 7th of each month.  Past due payments not received by the 15th of the month may result in the dancer having to observe class. Past due payments not received by the 20th of the month may result in the dancer being withdrawn from SDC.

Payments are accepted by cash, check, or credit card (Visa and MasterCard only). A $35 fee will be charged for returned checks. Payments are accepted during our hours of operation, which can be found on the front door and on the Contact Us page here on the website.

Tuition is non-refundable and remains the same regardless of absences, vacations, holidays, or inclement weather. 

                   2011-2012 Tuition Rates

Base Class/Per Dancer   (per week, per dancer)	Payment (per month)
45-minute class	$62
60-minute class	$64
75-minute class	$66
1st additional class	$34
2nd additional class	$26
3rd additional class	$18
4th+ additional class/each	$10

Applicable discounts:

Dress Code

Proper attire and shoes are required for dancers at Studio Dance Centre. A dress code gives dancers a sense of professionalism; it allows dancers more freedom of movement and helps ensure safety in the studio. Instructors are also better able to correct posture, alignment, and muscle use.

All classes:

• No bare legs (no shorts) or bare midriffs
• Hair should be up and off the face and neck (all lengths)
• No jewelry, other than small earrings or medical bracelets
• Leotards and tights should be worn at all times, except Hip Hop
• No tutus, costumes, or dress-up wear
• No dance shoes outside the studio (bring them in a dance bag)
• Skirts may be worn for some classes, with teacher permission
• Boys' dress code will vary; please inquire at the front desk

Preschool Ballet/Tap & Early Elementary Ballet/Tap Combos

• Black or pink solid-color leotard
• Pink footed dance tights (boys may wear black pants)
• Pink leather ballet shoes (boys may wear black shoes)
• Black tap shoes (preferably with elastics instead of laces)
• Hair up and completely off the face and neck

Early Elementary Jazz

• Any solid-color leotard
• Black, pink, or tan dance tights (boys may wear black pants)
• Dance pants optional over tights & leotard
• Black jazz shoes
• Hair up and completely off the face and neck

Ballet 1-4

• Black solid-color leotard
• Pink footed or convertible tights 
• Pink ballet shoes (leather or canvas)
• Dancers enrolled in Pointe Prep or Pointe classes must wear convertible pink tights
• Hair in a bun or twist, up and completely off the face and neck 

Tap, Jazz, Youth/Teen Dance Technique,
Musical Theatre

• Any solid-color leotard
• Black, pink, or tan dance tights 
• Dance pants over tights & leotard (with teacher permission)
• Black tap or jazz shoes
• Hair up and completely off the face and neck

Lyrical Jazz

• Any solid-color leotard
• Black, pink, or tan convertible dance tights 
• Ballet skirt optional (with teacher permission)
• Bare feet, jazz, or ballet shoes -- determined by the instructor
• Hair up and completely off the face and neck

Modern, Composition

• Any solid-color leotard
• Black, pink, or tan convertible tights 
• Dance pants over tights & leotard (with teacher permission)
• Bare feet
• Hair up and completely off the face and neck

Hip Hop

• Dancewear preferred (leotards, tights, and dance pants)
• Tank tops and t-shirts are acceptable layering
• Dancesneakers, jazz shoes, or clean sneakers are acceptable. If wearing sneakers, please have a dedicated "studio" pair of shoes that are not worn outside the classroom.

Adult Classes

• No enforced dress code, but form-fitting dancewear encouraged
• Proper shoes required