Placement: It is possible that your child will be asked to attend a different class after we observe the number and ability of students enrolled in the program.

Attendance: Students are expected to be on time and ready to dance for all classes and rehearsals. Appropriate absences are excusable, but a note or telephone call is requested in order to assist us in making sure your child is safe. Regular attendance is necessary for progress in the art of dance.

Cancellations: Classes may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Please call the Cresson Elementary office before 4 pm at 689-9230 if the weather is questionable.

Tuition: Timely payment of your tuition is greatly appreciated. Tuition is due the first week of each month. If tuition is not received and no arrangement has been made regarding late payment, the student will be subject to dismissal from the program.

One class per week: $30 per month
Two classes per week: $45 per month
Three classes per week: $65 per month
Private lessons (by appointment): $30 per hour

Class schedule:
Creative Movement (ages 4-6): Thursdays 4-5 pm, Cresson cafeteria
Level I (ages 6-9): Tuesdays 4:15-5:15 pm, Cresson cafeteria
Level II (ages 9 and up): Tuesdays 5:15-6:15 pm, Cresson cafeteria
Level III (by invitation): Mondays 4-5 pm Pre-pointe (optional), Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 4-6 pm, High School stage

Attire: Students must have the proper attire in order to participate in class.

Ballet I, II and Creative Movement:
    Girls - pink tights, pink leotard, ballet slippers or socks.
    Boys - white T-shirt, well-fitting shorts or sweats, ballet slippers or socks.

Ballet III, Performing Company and Apprentices:
    Girls - pink tights, any color leotard, ballet slippers.
    Boys - unitard or white T-shirt, well-fitting shorts and ballet slippers.
    Female company members and apprentices must also have a nude camisole leotard.

Behavior: Cresson Dance students will be expected to respect themselves, each other, and anyone else associated with the program. This includes, but is not limited to, teachers, guest instructors, parents, volunteers, and anyone related to the facility in which we dance. Students will also respect the property of others and that of the facilities. Students are expected to be on time, well prepared, and open and eager to learn.

Scholarships: A limited number of full and partial scholarships will be available. Scholarship applications are included with the Dance Enrollment packets available at the Cresson Elementary School office. Completed scholarship applications must be returned to the instructor for review; however, tuition must be paid until a scholarhip has been awarded. Scholarship applications must be renewed annually. Scholarship students are expected to have exemplary behavior and attendance. The students will also be required to help with set-up and clean-up. Parents of scholarship students will be asked to participate in volunteer activities.

Parents: Help your dancer read and understand these guidelines. Discuss what commitment means with your child. Consider possible conflicts with other activities such as scouts and sports before enrolling, and help your child set priorities.

Communication: After class, ask your dancer if there are any announcements or notices. Also, please feel free to check our website at cressondance.org. Please communicate with us regarding any questions, conflicts, financial problems, etc. Most situations can be resolved with a simple phone call.
Contacts: Creative Movement - Mary Barron at 352-4296
Level I and II - Dana Richardson at 687-6143
Level III and Company - Stacy Smith at 689-5745
Tuition and financial concerns - Peggy Renz at 351-7538
All other questions - Audra Lanning at 689-9451
Wanda Spoerl, in the office, and Kris Riley, 4th-grade teacher, are also available at school to assist you.

Volunteers: If you're interested in becoming a volunteer for our program, please let us know. Fundraisers will be held througout the year. Please understand that your participation is essential for the success of our program.

Childcare: Per school rules, children will not be allowed in the building unless they are in dance class; therefore, your child must be picked up immediately when dance class is released. If a student is not picked up after class,they will be required to wait outside of the building with no supervision. Cresson Dance is not responsible for siblings or friends who are not enrolled in the program.

Snacks/Food: Healthy snacks are encouraged but should be eaten before or after class. Each student is responsible for cleaning up his/her own mess. This includes the bathroom as well as the cafeteria.

We look forward to sharing dance with your child this year. Please complete the contract in the enrollment packet and return it to your child's instructor as soon as possible, along with the first month's tuition.

Thank you!
Cresson Dance

Each student, Level I and above, in the Cresson Dance Program can expect to perform twice per school year, once at the Christmas Program in December and again at the Cresson Dance Spring Performance in May. Creative Movement students will perform only once, in May. Regular attendance is essential if a student wishes to perform.

As performance times approach, additional practices are scheduled to allow students to prepare for the performance ahead. Stage settings, including curtains and wings, costumes, props, and other dancers are all elements that the students are exposed to at this time. These rehearsals are extremely important in order to ensure the success and enjoyment of the performers. Schedules for these extra rehearsals are distributed at least two weeks in advance and also appear on the school calendar and our website, cressondance.org.

For students wishing to perform, there is a $25 annual costume fee ($15 for Creative Movement). This covers the cost of purchasing costumes, costumer's labor, cleaning, repairs, etc.

Please let us know if your child does NOT wish to participate in these performances, as planning, choreography and costuming begin immediately.