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1. Release of Liability
As the legal parent or guardian, I release and hold harmless Pulaski Dance Productions, its owners, instructors and authorized persons from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, injury, or illness, including death, that may be sustained by the participant and/or the undersigned, while in or upon the premises or any premises under the control and supervision of Pulaski Dance Productions, its owners and operators or in route to or from any of said premises.

2. Medical Emergency
The undersigned gives permission to Pulaski Dance Productions, its owners and operators to seek medical treatment for the participant in the event of an emergency and take appropriate first aid measures until emergency personnel arrives. I understand that the participant(s) will be transported to the nearest medical facility if needed. I hereby declare the participant to be in good physical and mental health.

3. Financial
Dance Studio Pro/Pulaski Dance Productions does not save or store any financial information.

Bullying Policy

Definitions:
1. Bullying: Any physical, verbal, social/relational, or cyber bullying that occurs outside of the studio environment.
2. Studio environment: This includes classes, studio events, rehearsals, performances, community events, conventions, competitions or any other scenario where the student is a representative of Pulaski Dance Productions.

Policy:

Staff/volunteers of Pulaski Dance Productions will intervene in a bullying situation ONLY when it occurs in and is reported in the studio environment. We will still maintain a line of open communication where we hope all students will feel safe reporting any bullying. We have a zero tolerance policy for any bullying that is witnessed by staff or able to be proven.

If a parent or a student comes to a staff/volunteer of Pulaski Dance Productions with knowledge that any form of bullying has occurred outside of the studio environment our policy moving forward will be to release the other individual’s parent or guardians contact information, so that the two parents can discuss and reach a solution. Pulaski Dance Productions staff or volunteers will no longer be involved in altercations that happen outside of the studio environment. When students are outside of the studio environment they and their actions are the sole responsibility of their parent or guardian.

For Example: If Parent A informs PDP that Student B has been sending inappropriate snapchats about Student A, PDP will release Parent B’s phone number to Parent A. At which point it is up to the parents if they so choose to discuss and handle the situation.
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Acknowledgement:

By accepting this form I understand that my contact information will be released in the event I/my student is allegedly involved in bullying of another student outside of the studio environment and that behavior is reported to PDP. PDP will not be held responsible for the behavior, discipline, or for any ramifications of said behavior occurring outside of the studio environment. I also understand that any bullying that does occur in the studio environment and is witnessed by staff or otherwise able to be proven will result in automatic exclusion from all performances and competitions without refund and may include
expulsion from PDP.

Cell Phone Policy

We have addressed the cell phone and social media problem many times and have requested over and over for students to leave cell phones at home or in their car. Since students cannot abide by our very reasonable request this is the cell phone policy moving forward:

THIS APPLIES TO LEVEL 3 AND LEVEL 4 STUDENTS ONLY - In The Studio:
1. Bags of any kind are no longer allowed in the studio.
2. Bins have been purchased and labeled for each student in Level 3 and 4, they are expected to bring all dance shoes and accessories to the studio and leave them in their bin.
3. Water bottles will be brought on to the dance floor and stored in the back against the wall.
4. The only reason(s) to exit the dance floor before class ends is to use the restroom or change shoes at the request of the instructor.
5. Students age 18 and over are NOT exempt from this policy.
6. This section may be expanded to include Levels 2 and below if cell phones become an issue in those classes as well.

THIS APPLIES TO ALL PDP STUDENTS - At Rehearsals/Performances/Conventions/Competitions:
1. Bags of all dancers will be searched by PDP staff.
2. Cell Phones or will be taken and held until the end of the event.
3. Any confiscated items will only be returned to the parent/guardian if the student is under 18.

THIS APPLIES TO ALL PDP STUDENTS - Disciplinary Actions:
1. First offense: warning and confiscation of cell phone.
2. Second offense: confiscation of cell phone and suspension from class.
3. Third offense: confiscation of cell phone and removal from choreography.


All PDP staff and designated volunteers will have cell phones charged and available for use in case of emergency. We also have everyone’s contact and emergency contact easily accessible on Dance Studio Pro. Parents, please take a moment to make sure that you have the correct contact and emergency contact listed.

The vast majority of our students are at the studio for only one hour, one day out of the week and we want them to get the most from the time they spend with us and the time parents pay for. We assure you that they will be perfectly fine and possibly even better for being forced to unplug and focus on themselves, rather than having the constant distraction and access to all the other things that trouble us throughout the day.

1. Release of Liability
As the legal parent or guardian, I release and hold harmless Pulaski Dance Productions, its owners, instructors and authorized persons from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, injury, or illness, including death, that may be sustained by the participant and/or the undersigned, while in or upon the premises or any premises under the control and supervision of Pulaski Dance Productions, its owners and operators or in route to or from any of said premises.

2. Medical Emergency
The undersigned gives permission to Pulaski Dance Productions, its owners and operators to seek medical treatment for the participant in the event of an emergency and take appropriate first aid measures until emergency personnel arrives. I understand that the participant(s) will be transported to the nearest medical facility if needed. I hereby declare the participant to be in good physical and mental health.

RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR PULASKI DANCE PRODUCTIONS
1. Watching Class
a. Parents and friends of current students are not permitted to stay and watch class. Having visitors during class is a distraction, especially to the little ones. Parent observation is welcome during dress rehearsals for shows. Parent observation and bring a friend days may be scheduled.

2. Attendance Policy
a. Tuition is not pro-rated due to personal excused or unexcused absences.
b. Similar to the public school policy, attendance will be taken daily; if a student misses more than three (3) unexcused classes in a semester then the student will not be eligible to perform in the upcoming show.
c. The first semester is defined as the first day of classes to the date of the winter recital. The second semester is defined as the classes after the winter recital to the date of the spring recital.
d. Mandatory practice dates for recitals, competitions, or other scheduled performances are non-negotiable except in cases of immediate family death, a signed doctor’s excuse, or by permission of the director at least one week prior to the scheduled absence. Failure to attend even one of the mandatory dates without the aforementioned excuse(s) will result in exclusion from the upcoming performance.
e. Competition Team Attendance: No more than three (3) unexcused absences PER YEAR.
f. PDP and its staff strongly urge parents and guardians: do not keep your children from class as a form of punishment. Punishing your child this way is also punishing the studio, staff, and other dancers. The class is held back because they cannot progress in a group dance without the entire group present and the child is held back because he or she is not present to learn. They cannot learn proper technique, terminology and develop artistry when they are not present at practice.
g. If a student is ill and contagious please keep him or her at home and present a doctor’s note at the next class period they attend. A non-life threatening injury, simply feeling bad, fighting a cold or allergies, a stomach ache, etc. is not an acceptable excuse to miss class. Discipline is learned and required to excel in anything. Much can be learned by watching and listening if the dancer is not able to physically participate.
h. Other extra-curricular activities including sports (practices/games), school or civic affiliated clubs and/or organizations, vacations, and/or social functions or gatherings are not considered excused absences without permission by the director/instructor at least one week prior to these events occurring.
i. If a student cannot participate in an event (because of reoccurring unexcused absences) or elects to quit PDP, all fees are final and no refund will be given. This non-refundable policy extends but is not limited to any fees paid for tuition, performances, private instruction, competitions, and/or costumes and supplies.

3. Behavioral and Etiquette Policy
a. Be courteous, kind and supportive to your classmates and your teacher. Dance is a lifelong learning process and everyone has something to improve. Dance is no fun when others are being mean!
b. No talking during instructional time. If the student has a question about what the class is doing, they may raise their hand and ask. One warning for excessive talking will be given. If it continues, the student(s) will be made to sit out and observe the rest of the class.
c. No running around the studio, rough housing, or bullying. One warning will be given for these behaviors. If it continues, the student will be made to sit out and observe the rest of the class. Any reported or observed bullying will be addressed with the parents immediately.
d. Students will not touch the mirrors, Barres, props/costumes or acro equipment unless instructed to do so. Unsupervised use of these items may result in injury and/or damage to the studio. Keep your hands to yourself at all times.
e. Ample water and bathroom breaks will be given. If a student needs to use the restroom, they may raise their hand and ask and do so quietly.
f. No gum, candy, or food permitted in the studio. Only water is permitted. Snacks may be permitted on long rehearsal days or for children with medical need. Notice will be given when this is acceptable.
g. Do not bring toys or anything non-essential for dance instruction to class. This is distracting and will be taken by your instructor.
h. Cell phones may be brought in the studio however they must be on silent and in the student’s bag. The student may use his or her phone in the event of an emergency and/or only with permission. NO SELFIES OR SOCIAL MEDIA USE. The instructor has a phone and charger at all times and each student is welcome to use it in case of an emergency.

4. Tuition/Fees
a. Tuition and fees will be accepted by automatic draft via Dance Studio Pro or cash payment. Tuition is due at the first class of each month. Private class tuition will be billed separately.
b. Tuition and fees will be considered “late” after the first class of the month. Please inform us of any financial hardships so we can make a plan to get the account current.
c. All tuition dues/fees must be paid in full by the end of each semester-first class in December and first class in May. Failure to do so will result in exclusion from performances/events until the account is caught up.
d. The costume deposit will be $50.00 per child per year. Please note that with older students, costumes may cost more due to the number of dances or classes taken. All parents will receive costume information with amount due to the studio or an amount that will be refunded via tuition credit.
e. Costumes cannot be returned. All costumes will be ordered, inspected and fitted by PDP staff. After the costumes and accessories are distributed and taken home it is the parents’ responsibility to make sure they remain in like-new condition. Costumes cannot be replaced if lost or damaged prior to a performance or competition. Without the correct class costume, the child will not be eligible to participate.
f. The costume fee does not cover costs for solo/duet/trio costumes or costumes used in extra group competition numbers.
g. Costume, recital and competition fees are non-refundable.