2015/16 Student Handbook

2015/16

Student

Handbook

DRESS CODE

Why are dress codes important?

• A dress code ensures that an instructor will be able to see a student's alignment and positioning to give corrections for improvement. • Proper footwear is required to ensure that students are able to safely

implement correct technique.

• A dress code teaches students professional discipline, helps with overall focus and energy, while minimizing distractions.

Female Attire

Ages 2.5- 5 MT Tots &

Combo Dance Attire Any color and style of dance attire and tights Shoes Any color Ballet or Jazz slip-on shoe

Hair Hair securely tied back

*Please see “not permitted in any class” section Age 5−18

All Dance, Acting, & Singing

Disciplines, & Musical (see below for Ballet)

Attire Black leotard and black tights, black unitard, or black Jazz pants w/fitted black dance top

Shoes Black Jazz slip-on shoes,Tap shoes (Tap only), Jazz sneakers (optional for Hip-Hop only), rubbered Character shoes (instructor approved)

Optional

Layers Black, snug shorts, black fitted dance pants, black fitted shirt Hair Hair securely tied and slicked back, completely off the face

including bangs

*Please see “not permitted in any class” section

Ballet Attire Black leotard with black CONVERTIBLE FOOTED dance tights or black unitard with fitted legs

Shoes Black or pink canvas split-sole Ballet shoes. Optional

Layers Short black wrapped Ballet skirt, black Ballet sweater, black fitted leg warmers Hair All hair securely tied and slicked back, completely off the face. Students

will be laying on their backs often. Low ponytails are recommended. Buns must be located high on the crown or low at the base of the neck. No buns at the back of the head due to floor work.

*Not permitted in any KSMT class or rehearsal:

• School attire or street clothing such as, but not limited to: jean pants, jean shorts, jackets, hats, etc.

• Exposed torsos, tummies, or thighs

• Street shoes including sneakers, flip−flops, sandals, heels, boots, etc • Jewelry, watches, or dangle earrings for safety reasons

• “Booty” shorts over bare legs

• Obtrusive displays of fashion name brands, logos, or prints • Baggy clothing

• Leggings that are not true dance or athletic wear • Colored warm-ups

• Jazz sneakers (Allowed only in Hip-Hop) • Heavy perfumes, colognes, or body sprays

Male Attire

Dance, Acting,

Voice, Musical Attire Black fitted dance or ballet pant or fitted shorts, with black fitted shirt or tanktop Shoes Black Jazz slip-on shoes,Tap shoes (Tap only), Jazz

sneakers (optional for Hip-Hop only), black canvas split-sole Ballet shoes

Hair Long hair must be tied securely off face in a pony tail *Please see “not permitted in any class” section

Private Voice

Attire Attire Black dance or athletic attire. ie: Jazz pants & black top Shoes Dance shoes, such a Jazz shoes, Jazz sneakers, or

character shoes

*Please see “not permitted in any class” section

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KSMT Policies

Refund Policy

• If a student is withdrawn from a class, refunds will be given for months paid in advance. Refunds will not be given for past classes, or the current month.

General Make

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up Policy

• There will be no refunds or credits given for missed classes.

• Students must request a make−up class with the Academy Administrator.

• Approval of make−ups by the KSMT administration is based on space, curriculum & level.

• Lessons must be made up with-in 30 days and must be completed prior to the Spring Showcase.

• Absent students may be dropped from choreography, or scenes staged during missed class.

Private Lesson Make

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up Policy

• If a student misses a class, they may request a make−up in a group voice, dance or acting class. Approval by the KSMT administration is based on space, curriculum and level.

• No refunds or credits will be given for missed private lessons.

• Lessons must be made up with-in 30 days and must be completed prior to the Spring Showcase.

• Private lessons cannot be rescheduled.

• Please read the Private Lesson Agreement for more detailed policy info.

Cancellation Policy

• In a rare event that a class is canceled by KSMT, students will be given an option to make−up the class at a different time, or in a different discipline.

• Cancellations due to weather will be announced via KSMT’s Facebook and Twitter pages.

• Please note: KSMT sits at the corner of four school districts and for this reason does not follow one particular weather cancellation schedule.

• Privates that are canceled by KSMT will be rescheduled.

Instructor Policy

• Instructors may occasionally have subs.

• Instructors may change.

Late Policy

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• For safety reasons: Students arriving more than 10 minutes late to any class may not be allowed to physically participate in class and may be asked to quietly observe.

• Tardy students above the age of 5, must approach their instructor and ask for permission to participate & join class.

• It is at the discretion of the instructor to decide if the student can join class after missing class warm up.

• Late and absent students may be dropped from choreography or scenes staged during missed class time.

Pick

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Up Policy

• Parents please be aware, the RLA can be vacant during KSMT Academy hours.

• Students under 18 are not permitted to wait for their ride inside or outside the RLA unattended. • KSMT requests that students under 13, get picked up in person in the KSMT lobby.

• Teens with phones who are getting pick-up by parents outside of the building, must wait in the KSMT lobby until your parent texts/calls you to let you know they are outside. Please do not wait in the RLA lobby or outside for them.

• KSMT strictly closes 15 minutes after the last class of each day.

• Instructors will wait up to 15 minutes for students to be picked−up in person inside the Academy. Late pick−ups longer than 15 minutes may incur a $10 fee.

Additional Policies

• KSMT is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.

• KSMT is not responsible for students outside of the Academy.

• Due to allergies, and partnering, students are encouraged to wash their hands prior to class and after each snack/meal break.

• KSMT aims to be a peanut free environment. No peanuts, or products containing peanut ingredients are allowed inside the Academy.

• Students with EpiPens or other medical supplies, must put their bag/belongings in the separate designated area inside the studio near the instructors cubby.

• It is the parent’s responsibility to explain special medical instruction, for your child, to ALL instructors.

• Students are expected to clean up after themselves in Academy, and KSMT wing.

• Students are not permitted to hang on the ballet bars or touch any equipment such as stereos, keyboards etc.

• Unless instructed to do so, there is no tumbling allowed.

• Partnering, lifts, and tumbling are not allowed without the supervision of an instructor.

• Street shoes are not permitted inside the studios at any time.

• No food or drink with the exception of covered water bottles, are allowed in the studios.

• Students are not permitted to change in the studios or lobby of KSMT.

• Students are not permitted in studios without an instructor present or without permission.

• KSMT has no tolerance for cliques or bullying and expects all students to act in a professional manner at all times.

• To uphold a safe and focused environment for our students and instructors, KSMT does not support unprofessional behavior such as gossip or emotional outbursts from parents or students inside or around the Academy. If there is a concern to be addressed please communicate with KSMT in private during our non-teaching hours. We are open to working out any concerns.

Regional Learning Alliance

Rules of Conduct

It is a privilege for KSMT to call the beautiful and prestigious Regional Learning Alliance (RLA) home. With your cooperation, we will continue to contribute to its professional atmosphere. The RLA is a public building with many other tenants and guests. KSMT shares a wing with other tenants. The restrooms and hallway outside of KSMT studios are considered public areas.

• Conduct in all areas of the RLA is to be similar to that of a library; there is to be no shouting or conversing loudly.

o Be respectful of furniture, fixtures, artwork.

o Students must refrain from stretching, running, or rehearsing (dancing, singing, acting) or playing music, unless inside KSMT’s studios. Basic and safe stretching is allowed in the hallway directly outside of the Academy.

o Dancers please keep feet and legs off of chairs and tables.

o Students and parents are expected to clean up after themselves.

o Please walk and use inside voice while in the hallway when entering or leaving.

• Students under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

• If you are approached by RLA staff and asked to modify your behavior or move to a different area, students and parents/guardians must be respectful and comply with their requests.

• Students must wear cover−ups over dance attire and wear regular street shoes in all RLA areas. Knit slippers or flip flops are not allowed.

o Students are not permitted to change clothes in hallways or any public area.

o Students of all ages should change or be changed inside the stalls of the RLA public restrooms located in the KSMT wing.

• When entering the RLA go directly to the KSMT wing. When entering or exiting, please do not linger in the lobby to socialize or prepare for class.

o Parents are allowed to quietly help their child prepare for class in the hallway outside of the studios. Keep all doorway and traffic areas clear.

• For safety reasons, do not drop your child off at the RLA door alone. All students under 16 should be escorted by a parent/guardian directly to the KSMT studios.

• Students and parents are not permitted on the elevator or the upper level of the RLA.

• Vending/Refreshment Areas/Main Lobby. These areas are occasionally occupied and solely designated for use by other tenants conventions or business groups. No KSMT students or parents are permitted to eat or drink from any food display tables with coffee/donuts etc.

• No students under 16 are permitted in the vending areas unless accompanied by an adult. Please act in a professional manner when in these areas. We ask that students and parents do not gather in large groups, and maintain quiet levels of talking.

• All students wishing to find a quiet spot to study material or do schoolwork may do so with the presence of an adult or with individual permission from KSMT staff. The vending area, and the outdoor sitting area can be used for this purpose unless occupied by other groups.

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Release Form

Student Name

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Parent/Guardian Name ______________________________

(for students under 18)

Media Release

I understand that KSMT is a not−for−profit organization that promotes musical theater as an art form not only to its students, but also to the community at large. As such, articles, brochures, videos, websites and other media may be used either promotionally or educationally and may include images of KSMT’s students or other participants in our programs. I hereby grant to KSMT a world−wide right to use my, or my daughter/son’s image to be photographed, videotaped, other wise recorded, modified, reproduced, and displayed in such materials. These materials include, but are not limited to, photographs and videos of classes and performances, newsletters, school publications, KSMT’s Internet webpage, and social media.

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Parent/ Guardian Student

Initials

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Physical Correction Release

I give permission to all KSMT instructors to use physical corrections to adjust and help improve my/my child’s technique.

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Parent/ Guardian Student

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Handbook Release

I have read the student handbook. I understand and I will adhere to KSMT and the RLA policies.

Student Signature

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(for students over 8)

Parent/Guardian Signature ____________________________ Date________