2022 CODE OF CONDUCT
Our studio aims to provide an inspiring and nurturing environment for all students to participate in creative and performing arts opportunities. Behaviour that negatively impacts or inhibits this culture is not tolerated.
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
• All students should arrive at least 10 minutes prior to class to avoid disrupting the teacher and other students.
• Students are required to wear the appropriate clothing and shoes to each class in accordance to the uniform
requirements.
• Students must understand that Aspire2B classes are designed to be fun but each arts discipline has skills and techniques we are aiming to build with our students. You may receive corrections and feedback, you may be asked to repeat things numerous time and sometimes the teacher may take a firm stance in class to achieve results. This is your teacher striving for results, maximising your potential and sometimes working towards deadlines. Corrections mean you are being supported and your teacher wants to best for you.
• Students will not use their mobile phones during class times. Students bringing their own devices for class purposes as requested by the teacher are to only use these devices for the purposes outlined in the lesson.
• Bullying will not be tolerated at A2B. This also extends to outside the studio. Students who engage in this behaviour may face disciplinary action or even be asked to leave the studio.
• All solos and groups are property of A2B. If a student leaves the studio these routines remain the property of Aspire2B.
• All students are asked to be polite and courteous to all teachers, parents and fellow students. Disrespectful behaviour will be addressed with parents and if not rectified you will be asked to leave the studio. NO EXCEPTIONS.
• Students will not teach any choreography that has been learnt at A2B to any students who attend other studios.
PARENTS CODE OF CONDUCT
• Parents agree to pay the non-refundable registration fee of $15.00 per child per term. This fee covers administrations costs, insurance and consumables while your chid is attending classes at Aspire2B.
• All fees are the parents/carers responsibility until the student turns 18. All fees must be paid by the end of term unless a payment arrangement has been entered into. Failure to comply may result in a third-party collection agency being employed by the studio. Any additional costs involved in this process plus interest will be added to the outstanding account. Upon initialling the enrolment form online and checking the box you have read the code of conduct you have
entered into this agreement.
• Parents are to re-read the code of conduct each year in case of any updates before paying the enrolment fees. Once you pay the $15 enrolment fee each term you have entered into the terms and conditions for that year and agree to any changes since signing your original enrolment form.
• Term fees are to be paid in full by week 5 each term.
• Parents are asked when contacting Aspire2B via text or social media to be considerate of the time. The studio doesn’t have set business hours so response times will vary at times. If contacting please use email or Facebook message. Most questions can be answered by looking at the website www.aspire2b.com.au
• Parents must understand that Aspire2B classes are designed to be fun but each arts discipline has skills and techniques we are aiming to build with our students. Students may receive corrections and feedback, they may be asked to repeat things numerous time and sometimes the teacher may take a firm stance in class to achieve results. This is their teacher striving for results, maximising their potential and sometimes working towards deadlines. Corrections mean students are being supported and their teacher wants the best for them.
• Parents are asked to have their child/children at class at least 10 minutes early and to collect their child/children on time after their lessons.
• Parents are asked to not speak to the teacher in between classes. All classes run back to back and it interferes with other children’s paid lesson times. If you need to speak to the teacher please email to arrange a time that suits both parties aspire2bleeton@gmail.com
• Parents are asked to notify of any absences via Facebook message or email where possible.
• Parents are asked to help promote Aspire2B in a positive way. If you feel there are issues you would like addressed please discuss with us rather than between other parents. Most issues can be resolved quickly avoiding any animosity or negative gossip that holds no truth.
• Parents are asked to please indicate on the registration form any existing injuries or medical conditions prior to starting classes at Aspire2B. In some cases, you may be asked to obtain medical clearance from your GP depending on the injury/condition. If your child requires any asthma sprays or specific medications please indicate this on the medical form.
• Parents are asked to check emails regularly. All correspondence for the studio is done via email so please ensure you provide your current email and advise if you change your address.
DROP OFF AND PICK POLICY
Drop Off and Pickup of Students must be via the Uniting Church Hall entrance. Parking is available on site with the entry via Boree Street, Leeton.
Unless temporary arrangements are made, children may be dropped off no earlier than 10-15 minutes prior to the class start time. We are there from 3.45pm most days but the studio does not officially open till 4pm (except Wednesday). We cannot be responsible for children dropped off earlier then this time. If the class is the last of the day, please be mindful of the teachers time and arrive on time to collect your children. We understand that things may arise from time to time but also need our parents to understand that the staff also have outside responsibilities.
SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY
• Aspire2B treat all social media postings, blogs, status updates and tweets as public comment.
• All postings (written, photos or videos) will be family friendly and feature positive news, updates and photos from A2B.
• No personal information about our students or their parents will be disclosed.
• Abusive, discriminatory, intimidating or offensive statements will not be tolerated. Offending posts will be removed and those responsible blocked from our site.
• Aspire2B reserves the right to block any students from social media that leave the studio under negative circumstances.
• Photos maybe taken in class or at performances to be used for the advertising of the studio. If you object to your child/children being part of these photos/videos please notify on the enrolment form.
NON-COMPLIANCE
Members may face disciplinary action for sending inappropriate electronic communication of posting online content or comments that harass, intimidate or humiliate another member as outlined in our social media policy. Under certain circumstances cyber bullying is a criminal offence that can be reported to the police.
SOLOS & TROUPE TEAMS
If your child/children are doing solos or dance eisteddfod groups you agree to attend extra lessons and rehearsals when required. Dance group and solo students MUST participate in two technical dance classes each week to be part of the team. Eisteddfod team members may also be required to commit to going away for competitions and performances when asked. Eisteddfod team members may be asked to wear A2B uniform when attending events/competitions.
