Class Enrollment and Verification
Enrollment is by pre-registration. Students are accepted after the beginning of a semester on a space-available basis, and providing their previous training enables then to join an existing class. Please register early to guarantee entry. Class size is limited. To enroll fill out a registration application form enclosed and return by mail or in-person during office hours. Registration Fee and tuition payment must be made with application (which ensures the space in class). When we receive your form and payment, you will be immediately enrolled. If you want further verification of registration, please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope with your registration. Please note that students at or above the preballet level must be enrolled in both the Winter and Spring semesters in order to participate in the spring performance.

Class Placement/Evaluation Class
Placement is established first according to age and secondly, based upon performance during the first week of classes. Each student is evaluated and promoted individually based on age, ability, attendance, experience and work habits. A student wishing to attend the academic program (coming from another school) must attend an evaluation class for proper placement. This class must be scheduled in advance with the school office. An evaluation class is free of charge. A student’s evaluation may be discussed with the instructor by scheduling a time to meet in person or by phone. Call the school office to schedule an appointment, 410-877-3281.

Tuition, Registration & Late Fees
ALL TUITION is due in full by the first day of each session. A late tuition fee of $20.00 will be charged if payment is submitted following the start of a session (Exception: Only balances over $300 may be handled by the following payment option; 50% deposit by the first day of class and 25% at the end of the first 30 days, followed y the remaining 25% at the end of 60 days. A non-refundable annual registration fee of $10 per family is required. A 10% discount on tuition of a second or more family member(s) (lesser tuition total) is available. Tuition refunds are not available after the first class of a session/workshop/camp has begun. A $20 charge is placed on all returned checks. There are no exceptions to this policy. Late fees are charged for costume orders not turned in by the designated deadline (and for private lesson students that do not give 24-hour notice of cancellation. Private Lesson: $45. Costume per each $20).

Inclement Weather
For weather concerns please call the school, 410-877-3281. The recorded announcement is changed at least one hour before class cancellations. DCM does not follow the local public school system. No tuition reductions and no scheduled make-ups. Students have the option to make-up on their own in another class approved by the director.

Observation of Classes
It is our experience that both students and teachers work more efficiently together when parents/visitors are not in the studio. We do schedule designated Observation Days/Studio Performances for visitors (see the session schedule for specific dates). For Creative Movement students, our studio space is designated for parents to observe classes from afar regularly without disturbing the flow of the class.

Attendance, Preparation and Behavior Code
Consistent attendance is expected and is critical to the student’s progress. Missed lessons must be made up in a comparable class with the permission of the instructor. All missed lessons must be made up within the session (no carry over). Students should arrive 15 minutes early to get dressed, warm-up and use the restroom. Students are expected to wait outside the classroom until their scheduled class time. GROSS MISCONDUCT: Any student or parent who verbally or physically abuses anyone, verbally defies any faculty or staff member, commits any unlawful action or commits any other action deemed by DCM to be grossly inappropriate will be dismissed immediately. There will be no refunds.

School Policies

No gum, food or soft drinks permitted in the studios.

Dress Requirements

Creative Movement, Preballet:
Girls-pink ballet slippers, pink tights and a solid color leotard (no decals, prints or tutu attachments). Hair pulled neatly back away from face. Boys-white or black ballet shoes with white crew socks, black tights, white t-shirt (no decals).

Ballet I-Ballet V:
Girls/Women-pink ballet slippers, pink tights and a black leotard (no decals, prints or tutu attachments). Hair pulled neatly back away from face (6 yrs. and older in a bun). Beginning pointe shoes must be approved and checked by the instructor before they are worn for class. Boys/Men-white or black ballet shoes with white crew socks, black tights, white t-shirt (no decals), and dance belt at the appropriate age.

Jazz:
Girls/Women-black jazz oxford, any style or color leotard, with tights or leggings, no baggy shirts or pants. Boys/Men-black jazz oxford, shorts biking shorts, or sweat pants of any color, with form fitting t-shirt or tank top (no decals).
Tap: Girls/Women-black patent tie tap (4-7 yrs.), black oxford tap or black character tap (8 yrs.-up), any solid color leotard, pink, beige or black tights. Boys/Men-black oxford tap, solid color tank top or t-shirt, biking pants, or loose trousers (no jeans).

Other Dance Forms:
Refer to flyers for designated workshops or call the school office.

Dancewear Suppliers

• Curtain Call Online: Order shoes, tights, leotards and other dance accessories for younger children on DCM’s account. (www.curtaincallforclass.com ; Studio ID: DConservatoryMD) For more information call the studio office: 410-877-3281
• Artistic Dance Fashions (Towson) 410-321-1121 *good selection for teen and adults
• Discount Dance Supply 1-800-328-7107 *call to request a catalog-great selection
• The Dance Shop (Bel Air) 410-515-0031 *Capezio for adults and children
  

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