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More Details on Class, Materials, Cancelation Policies

 

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For the Activity

  • We are a no judgment zone- understanding and respectful of the diversity of our community.

  • Although there are times when we have to make policies for functionality.

  • Schedules/instructors are subject to change do to enrolment, space/instructor availability. 

  • Be aware that all physical activity includes some risk.

  • For safety please document all allergies, special needs, or situation on registration.

  • Engage in outside activities at your own risk and supervise your own child while doing so.

  • Pictures may be taken during class by other families and by me for classroom use-- please see consent form(s) and indicate if special situation required special protection.  Honestly with teacher & class encouraged- your safety is important and personal choices respected. 

  • I have different levels of picture release for studio and I will generally ask before using a specific picture or video of your family/child for publicity even if you signed the general release.

  • Come to class with what you normally travel with, in comfortable clothes, and prepared for activities.  Examples include...

  • You are welcome to bring a diaper or other bag- we provide a space to put them and shoes during class.

  • Be prepared to take off your shoes in Kindermusik classes (not mandatory but encouraged).

  • Clothing may get dirty as we are on the ground or explore craft/art.

  • Keep weather and location in mind for dress.

  • For classes, lessons & camps please leave food/drink/binkies/toys at home, in car, or in bag out of site for group activities-- exception can be made for infants,  breast or other needed feeding, children with a special need please talk to instructor.

  • Be aware of weather, surroundings, and your child's needs. 

  • For Parties or individual activity coordinate with studio about food or special situations.

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Materials (books, instruments, music, crafts, physical & digital)

  • Materials are included in fee but extras can also be bought.

  • Once physical materials included in package are received your to keep.  Digital access is your while you are actively enrolled/registered.  To receive materials you need to be upto date on fees &physical cannot be returned unless recalled. 

  • Lending library for physical play kits, discontinued materials/books, CD's, resource/info/links -- while enrolled these materials will be allowed to be checked out or have paper copies - physical kits/books need to be returned (a fee charged if not returned).

  • New materials will be available every term for upto 7 years.  Every term digital materials for your Level/class are available via your Kindermusik account.  When you have a pass or membership/subscription you can pick one physical instrument & physical book to keep.  Kindermusik has more than 7 years worth of materials based on development.

  • Digital materials.  Digital access can be streamed through the my.kindermusik website and a free APP (signin to access your account).  Digital streaming currently includes unlimited:  music (albums/themes), story books for your Level/class.  Limited time to Dec 2022 songs can be downloaded with download cards.

  • Professional guidance, activities, craft kits will be provided both at class or via private digital group (Facebook or StudioWebsiteBlog).

  • When you disenrolled you will receive access to a best of album for age/level while registered. 

  • Physical CD’s, books, instrument/manipulative and bag/tote to take home are available through purchase or lending library.

  • I already provide an assortment of physical materials because of the importance to early childhood development.  However if you prefer or need physical CD's, printouts for activity/craft/story books, or printed information (instead of digital links & access), I can provide most on request to keep (buy) or on lend (library).

  • I take materials back as donations for my scholarship fund or lending library (if needed, I will buy some materials back depending on if i need them). 

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Weather or other Emergency Policy

  • Classes, camps, lessons, and even parties can be canceled for adverse weather. 

  • The studio will make an effort to contact registered families so Please indicate on our registration form which way you prefer to be contacted in an emergency – phone, text or email. 

  • Also a sign will be posted on the studio door. 

  • The activity will be rescheduled in good faith.

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Illness Policy

  • We follow either the local schools policies or CDC guidance for illness and public health. 

  • Please use your best judgment and respect us and others in class.

  • Fever & intestinal distress free for 24 hours before coming back to class.  If put on antibiotic, wait till next day to return.  Tissue, anti-bacterial wipes, anti-bacterial jell is available in class. 

  • We follow public health guidance- federal & state & local.  If there is a conflict between those we will have to make a studio judgment on which is best.

  • Tuition adjustments can be made for extended emergencies.​

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