Policies
Sandi’s School of Dance Fall/Spring 2023-2024 Studio Policies and Waiver
Registration
Online registration is only for students under the age of 18 enrolling in classes. Registration is not required of adults attending classes. Tuition is required for all students under the age of 18. Adults must purchase Class Cards or drop in to attend classes. Please note you must re-enroll for classes each season. Enrollment does not carry over from season to season.
If we are forced to close due to unforeseen circumstances (including but not limited to weather cancellations, hurricanes, epidemics, states of emergency, etc.), we will try to make-up classes. Please understand that we cannot be responsible for acts of Mother Nature or other unforeseen circumstances. Class cancellations do not affect your monthly tuition.
Enrollment
Enrollment in a class or classes requires full payment of a non-refundable $35 registration fee ($60 per family). Sandi’s School of Dance (SSOD) reserves the right to cancel any class due to/or as a result of insufficient enrollment, inclement weather, or additional circumstances deemed necessary by ownership.
Tuition
Tuition is paid monthly from August through May. Tuition is paid monthly to hold a student’s place in a class or classes, and must be paid regardless of the student’s attendance each month. Some months will have five weeks of class while others have less; however, monthly tuition will remain the same. Tuition has been determined for the entire studio year and divided into monthly payments. Please remember you will not be sent a statement. Since tuition is paid for the space in the class, please do not ask for a reduction. Tuition will be drafted on the 1st of each month. You may only opt out of auto pay if your previous year you did not make late payments and your account is in good standing. Your account is considered past due if not paid by close of business on the 10th of the month. A $10 late fee per student will automatically be billed to all late accounts on the 11th of each month. If tuition becomes two months delinquent the credit card on file will automatically be charged. If the card is declined, the students are subject to removal from classes.
Payments
For your convenience, you may have a credit card on file to be debited monthly for tuition and other fees to include costume and recital fees. You are required to provide a credit card to secure the account. SSOD reserves the right to apply any unpaid tuition or past due fees to the credit card on file.
Holidays
We follow most of the Waxahachie ISD schedule for holidays and are closed accordingly. However, we are open teacher in-service days. If you have any doubts please call.
The Fall/Spring Semester, August 21 - May 25. As tuition is based on 4 lessons per month, in a 5-classes month the 5th lesson is free. Tuition is not adjusted for holidays, illnesses, or missed classes due to vacation time or personal reasons.
Please remember there is no pro-rating for holidays.
Costumes
For the recital, a costume for each subject studied is required. Costume fees are non-refundable. You may be asked to purchase ribbons, hosiery or other accessories at your own expense. We take pride in our show and hope you will, too.
Lost and Found
Items lost in the studio are only kept for 30 days. Please check regularly as items are cleaned out and donated monthly. We will not be held responsible for lost or stolen items.
Safety
We are not responsible for students before and after their designated class time or once they exit the building. Please instruct your child to remain inside the building for the duration of their time before picked up from Sandi’s School of Dance. Students should be promptly picked up after class. No one under the age 12 is allowed to leave the building without adult supervision. Please note - our classes dismiss 5 minutes before the hour.
Dress Code
Please review our class descriptions and attire requirements, available online or at the front desk.
Withdrawals
Students are continually enrolled in classes from month to month unless 30 days prior written notice is given. If a student wishes to drop any or all of their classes, 30 days written notice must be received in our office or the following month’s tuition will still apply. All balances and payments must be current upon receiving written notification from the parent or guardian.
Also, all balances must be up-to-date for students to participate in the recital. Students must also attend rehearsals prior to performance in order to build confidence and help each student experience and appreciate the art of dance and performing. Help us make it a wonderful year-end show.
Sandi’s School of Dance is not responsible for any injuries, accidents, or lost or stolen articles in the studio at any time. We hope you and your child enjoy your experience at Sandi’s School of dance.