I will obtain a copy of Starlight Studios Handbook for parents and students and will take the responsibility to carefully read and follow the rules and policies therein.
I understand that Starlight Studios does not give credit and/or refunds for class(es) missed due to holiday, vacation, illness, weather, etc.
I understand that pictures/video taken can be used for advertisement purposes.
I further understand that there are specific risks of physical or property damages, losses, or injury that may result from my or my child's participation with Starlight Studios, and I voluntarily assume the risks associated with such participation.

* No chatting, whispering, or giggling while the teacher is teaching.
* Respect the equipment in the classroom, (no hanging on ballet barres, standing on chairs, playing with costumes/props/instruments that do not belong to you; do not touch the music system without permission; no leaving bags/clothing laying around/hanging on equipment).
* No texting or talking on the phone during class time (even during water breaks)
* No street shoes or street clothes during dance class.
* No entering class late or leaving class early without the teachers permission. We encourage students to arrive 5 minutes before class starts. If you need to leave class early, please let the teacher know before class begins.
* Give your fellow students space. Keep your hands to yourself.
* Only water is allowed in the classrooms. No food, drinks, or gum.
* Some parents may compare their child's progress or class placement to another child's. Watch for this behavior in your children as well and encourage them to focus instead on their own accomplishments.
* Please bring what you need to class with you. This should always include water and your dance shoes. (For dance conditioning, this includes a yoga mat or towel for the floor).

Ballet, Jazz and Modern:
Leotard/Ballet dress: Any color leotard
Tights: Ballet pink
Dance Leggings or Ballet Skirt: Worn over tights; black or solid color (no print) Optional
Shoes: Ballet slippers soft leather sole (no fashion shoes)
Jazz Shoes: Tan suede sole
Hair: Ballet bun, short hair pulled back out of face held with elastic headband.
Male: White leotard, dance belt, black, grey or white dance tights or dance shorts, black shoes. Hair out of face and eyes.

Hip Hop
Leotard: Any color leotard, may wear a solid color t-shirt over it.
Tights: Sun tan tights (optional)
Dance pants, dance leggings or hip hop pants
Shoes: Hip Hop shoes beginning/1 split sole. Hip Hop 2
No Street Shoes: Avoid wearing shoes that have been worn outside into the studio to keep the floors clean.
Hair: Pulled back out of face. Long hair or braids must be swept back from face and up in a ponytail or bun.
Male: Solid dance shirt or t-shirt, black dance pants/leggings, Black Hip Hop shoes. Hair out of face and eyes.

Theater Classes
Leotard: Any color leotard, may wear a solid color t-shirt over it.
Tights: Sun tan tights (optional)
Dance pants/leggings: black
Shoes: Tan Jazz shoes with leather sole.
Hair: Pulled back out of face. Long hair or braids must be swept back from face and up in a ponytail or bun.
Male: Solid dance shirt or t-shirt, black dance pants/leggings, black Jazz shoes or black dance socks. Hair out of face and eyes.

Music Classes
To foster a positive learning environment , students are expected to dress in a manner that is appropriate for a professional and educational setting, avoiding clothing that is overly revealing, offensive, or disruptive.

I, the undersigned, hereby give permission for any and all medical attention to be administered to my aforementioned student in the event of accident, injury, illness, etc. under the direction of the physician listed on this form, or by emergency personnel, or any emergency facility, until such time as I may be contacted. I also assume responsibility for payment for any and all such treatment that may be administered.

I, the undersigned, agree to hold harmless: Chris Corn (Owner), Aubreyanna Brinker (Owner), Starlight Studios School of Performing Arts, LLC, and all persons working with or affiliated with this studio from any and all claims of damage or injury suffered by myself or aforementioned student in connection with or by the association of Starlight Studios School of Performing Arts, LLC.

By enrolling the aforementioned student, I certify that he/she is in good physical condition and is able to participate in any and all activities that have been or will be scheduled. I understand and assume all risks associated with dance instruction, rehearsal and training at Starlight Studios School of Performing Arts, LLC or any performances at any location; including but not limited to, risk of bodily injury occurring as a result of executing choreography, contact with other students, instructors, walls, equipment, floors, supplies or other objects on the premises. I understand that any injuries incurred are the sole responsibility of me, the parent/legal guardian, of the aforementioned student. I further understand that as I, the responsible party, must carry my own insurance and that dance classes are taken at my own risk and accept this responsibility

I hereby irrevocably consent to and authorize the reproduction, publication, and/any other use by Starlight Studios and grant permission to the rights of my image, likeness, and sound of my voice as recorded on audio- or videotape without payment or any other consideration. I understand that my image may be edited, copied, exhibited, published, or distributed and I waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from or related to the use of my image or recording. I also understand that this material may be used for any lawful purpose, including illustration, promotion, advertising, web content, and television.
I understand that this permission signifies that photographic or video recordings of me may be electronically displayed via the Internet or in the public setting.
There is no time limit on the validity of this release, nor is there any geographic limitation on where these materials may be distributed.
This release applies to photographic, audio, or video recordings collected as part of my classes, rehearsals, or performances for Starlight Studios.

Parents and students are not allowed to enter the studio space without a teacher’s permission and should never interrupt a class in session.

Family members are encouraged to sit in the lobby to view class.

Children should be supervised at ALL times and are not free to run around the lobby or left outside without supervision.

Students are expected to show respect for their teachers at all times.

Inappropriate behavior could result in dismissal from the school.

Arriving late for class (more than 10 minutes) may result in the student sitting out from class.

Excessive absences and tardiness within a single semester may result in a student not being able to participate in any performances that semester or the necessity of private lessons (at the added expense to the parent) to stay caught up for performances.

Tuition
Tuition is to be paid monthly using our auto-pay system.
We require every account to have a card on file.
Tuition is due by the 7th of each month, with a late fee of $10.00 after this date.
There are no refunds or deductions for classes not attended.
Make-up classes for music/voice lessons will be offered ONLY in the event that prior notice; 24 hours of an absence was given.
5% discount when fees and classes are paid in full.
Extra discounts are not eligible on packages.
No refunds on seasons paid in full, month to month tuition, costume fee, music material fee or performance fees.
Performance fees must be paid before pictures and performance to receive pictures, video and perform in the showcase.
If you want to pay cash for your lessons, you may bring it in the first of the month and your card will not be charged.

Withdrawal from Dance classes Music and Voice classes
Written 30 day advance notice, must be given to the studio or sent to the above email address. starlightstudios@tracystars.com
Dance class enrollment is for the entire Season August to June. Withdrawing from classes before the end of the semester requires a 30 days advance written notice given to our front desk.
If the semester has been paid in full, no refunds will be given for the unused tuition.
If you choose to unsubscribe from our emails, you are responsible for ensuring you have any updates/ information from our office.
Starlight Studios does NOT issue refunds on any tuition, costumes, tickets, or other fees. We reserve the right to credit your account with unused tuition under special circumstances.