Dunwoody School for the Arts

Policy Manual

2007-2008

Welcome to DSA! Dunwoody School for the Arts, a ministry of Dunwoody Baptist Church, is devoted to promoting excellence in the arts through specialized training in a strong learning environment. Under the direction of highly competent instructors who are given to the development of the total life experience of each student, DSA is one of the many vital programs here at Dunwoody Baptist Church.

We are so happy your child(ren) will be with us this year.  Our school offers private lessons, dance, drama, Kindermusik® and various summer camps.  Private lessons are divided into (3) 12-week sessions during the year as well as a flexible summer session.  Dance and Kindermusik® are divided into (2) 15-week semesters. 

Please read the policies below. These should inform you of our schedule, fees and other policies that will help things run smoothly.  If you have any other questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to call or email me at (jhendrix@dbc.org). The office number is 770-280-1215 and my cell phone number is 770-241-5668. 

Jane Hendrix, Director 

DSA PRIVATE LESSONS

(3) 12-week semesters + summer

Fall (August 19 – November 10)

Winter (November 11 – February 23)

Spring (February 24 – May 24)

Private Lesson Holiday Schedule

DSA DANCE & KINDERMUSIK

Dance at DSA addresses the child’s need to move. We emphasize the developmental stages, focusing on body awareness, synchronized movement, spacial exploration, group dances, circle games and expressive movement, which culminates in our year-end recital which is a very magical time for young dancers and families alike.

Dance Classes

(2) 15-week semesters

1st Semester (September 17 - January 18)

2nd Semester (January 28 - May 17) 

There will be an additional fee during the 2^nd semester for recital dance costume.  The cost will be between $50 & $55.

You can register on-line at http://www.dbc.org/schoolforthearts . 

No discounts are available on-line.

Dance Holiday Schedule 

Classes will be held on Monday holidays unless indicated on this schedule.

Creative Movement
3-4 years old. Child attends without adult. Classes are 45 minutes. Dress requires pink ballet shoes, pink tights and a leotard (color and style are up to the dancer).

Pre-Ballet
Ages 5-6. Classes are one hour. Dancers should wear pink ballet shoes, pink tights and a leotard of choice to class.

Ballet I
Children must be 6 + for this one hour class. As dancers become more “professional” many will wear a black leotard with their pink shoes and pink tights.

Ballet II
Dancers must have completed Ballet I to enroll in this class. Black leotards, pink ballet shoes and pink tights are worn to class.

Ballet/Tap Combo
There are three levels of classes. Beginning Combo, Combo I (1 year of experience) and Combo II (2 years of experience).
Dancers should have ballet and black tap shoes for class. Tights and leotards are worn.

Shapes, a ballet supply store, is located in Dunwoody Village and offers a discount to DSA families.  (Don't forget to remind them of the discount when you make your purchase. 

Kindermusik® Classes

(2) 15-week semesters

1st Semester (September 17 - January 18)

2nd Semester (January 28 - May 17)

Tuition

Family Time (0-5 yrs)

Friday 10:30 am (10-week session)

Tuition

Kindermusik® Holiday Schedule

Classes will be held on Monday holidays unless indicated on this schedule.

Village (newborn - 18mths) is a 45-minute class.  Fulfilling your baby's endless potential is an exciting opportunity that starts with Kindermusik®  Village.  In class, learn how to stimulate your child's learning through vocal play, object exploration and creative movement.  We'll provide you with more tools to continue the enrichment at home.  This is a mom/dad and child activity.

Our Time (18mths – 3 yrs) is a 45-minute class.  Kindermusik® Our Time introduces your child to a musical world filled with singing, imitating sounds, rhyming, sound identification, instrument exploration, and creative movement. The “at home” materials are designed to help your child continue learning at home to improve confidence, self-control, and communication skills.  This is a mom/dad and child activity.

Imagine That! (3 - 4 1/2 years) is a 45-minute class.  Kindermusik Imagine That! pairs music with expressive language, storytelling, peer interaction, movement, and pretend play. Your child will further expand his cognitive and literacy skills as well as creativity and individuality. “At home” materials include illustrated literature books, pretend play set, double CD, and instrument. The fall theme is Hello Weather, Let’s Play Together.  This class includes many materials.  Parents join us for the last 15 minutes.

Family Time (6mths – 4 years) is a 45-minute class.  In this class, you’ll see how music helps your family laugh together, share, take turns, and how musical learning really can be a family thing. How your little one watches the older one – and learns from him. How early exposure to rhythm and rhyme develops the skills they need now and later in school. The “at home” materials include: one hand puppet and one finger puppet, two instruments, two literature books, two CDs and Sing, Play and Grow! Activity Book.

Young Child (4 1/2 - 5 years) is an hour class.  Kindermusik® for the Young Child continues the musical journey with a pressure-free approach that includes exposure to various types of multicultural music.  Here, your child can explore vocal development, rhythm, notation, musical symbols, and authentic pre-keyboard, stringed, and wind instruments.  With the "at-home" materials, your child will not only find out what a glockenspiel is, she'll learn to play it.  Parents and siblings join us for the 15-minute sharing time at the end of the class.

Classroom Policies

Since toys can sometimes be a distraction, we ask that you please leave most toys at home.  A favorite stuffed animal is the exception to that rule and is welcome to visit with us.

If you miss a class, you are invited to attend another class for your child’s age.

DSA wants you to have the best possible experience with your child.  Therefore, it is preferable to leave other children with caregivers so you can focus on the child(ren) enrolled in the class.  If this is impossible, we recommend you take the Family Time class which is structured for siblings.  Siblings are also invited to attend the sharing times at the end of Imagine That! and Young Child.

DSA Attendance and Make-up Policy

Students are expected to attend each scheduled lesson within the 12-week semester. We can allow one make-up per 12-week semester.  The teachers should have at least 36 hours notice for non-emergencies for you to be eligible for a make-up lesson.  Please contact your teacher as soon as possible if you are unable to get to your lesson due to illness or other unavoidable problems.

DSA Payment Policy

Payment for the semester is due on or before the second lesson. Checks should be made out to DSA.  Our mailing address is 1445 Mt. Vernon Road, Dunwoody, GA  30338. A fee of $5 wil be assessed each 30 days that your payment is outstanding and your lessons will be terminated.  You will be obligated for the full semester fee.  Payment arrangements are available through the DSA office on a case-per-case basis.

DSA Withdrawal Policy

Your desire to withdraw from DSA must be presented to the director in written form. If you choose to withdraw after 20 days into the semester, you may be eligible for a refund but you may also be charged a 20% processing fee for the remainder of your lessons.  Refunds will be determined on a case-by-case basis.