I have been wanting to do this for a long time. When we moved to Kansas City, I wondered if my days of teaching were done... I am very thankful to those kind souls who encouraged me and got me thinking about how to make this a reality!
I had two things that were most important to me as I moved forward in this:
1) It had to be fun for the kids. I have taught for long enough that I have seen what it means when there is too much strain and pressure on little people to perform. It is very, very important to me that I teach children to the absolute top of my abilities, but still make it happy and enjoyable -- and very stress-free -- for them!
2) I wanted lessons to be affordable. I feel like lessons can be so expensive that it prevents many kids who would love to have the chance to take them from having that opportunity. So, that meant cutting expenses, hoping to bless both our family and yours. It also asks you as the parents to understand that there will be no rainbows and butterflies when it is time for recitals -- no sparkling costumes, no brilliant lights, no fancy venue -- just kids who have had a wonderful time and are happy to show their loved ones all they had learned.
When I felt confident those things were able to be accomplished, and when I felt the go-ahead from "Upstairs" -- we moved forward. And here we are. So happy you are on board!!!
Please know that I am ALWAYS available to you for questions, concerns, trips to Sonic, or deep philosophical discussions (just in case). You have my number! Thanks for helping make my dream a reality!
Here is a review of basic policy... it will always be on the sideboard, as you can see, but here is your one stop shop for first reference!
CLASS SCHEDULES
Classes will follow the school calendar. For instance, if there is a school holiday, there will be no class! Festive holidays may also be observed with no classes (i.e., Halloween). You will be notified in advance on those occasions.
PAYMENT
Payment will be due the first class of the month, unless otherwise arranged with the instructor.
$20 a month, $15 for siblings/additional classes
PICK UP/DROP OFF
Classes will begin and end on time. Please be prompt in dropping off and collecting your child so that other classes will not be interrupted. Thank you!
DRESS CODE
Dance attire and shoes are encouraged but not required. Please come in well fitted, comfortable clothing appropriate for movement.
RECITAL
There will be a fun recital at the end of the year. This will be our opportunity to show our families what we have accomplished!
COMMITMENT
There will never be extra fees in our tiny studio. No fees for registration, no fees for recitals, no fees for costumes... with this comes an understanding that we look cute because we created it from home!
If a child wants to dance, they should dance. Finances should never get in the way of that! If it is hard to stretch your budget, please talk to me. We can happily work something out!
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