Encourage your child and express your pride in their efforts and accomplishments.
Make sure your child arrives ten minutes prior to the start of class and that she/he attends all scheduled lessons and/or rehearsals. Missing class can be discouraging when the child returns to class; often children have a hard time catching up, especially with choreography. They can become frustrated and anxious when they can’t keep up.
Encourage your child to practice at home, especially when it comes to choreography or new material. A student who retains the choreography or movement from week to week is more confident and enjoys the dance experience more.
Talk with your child about what he/she learned at class; encourage him/her to show you the new things that were taught that day.
Show respect for your child’s dance teacher, especially when it comes to disciplinary action. Feel free to call the school for a parent-teacher meeting any time you have a question concerning discipline.
Avoid judgmental statements concerning other parents and students at the school.
Be proud to be a non-gossiping parent; spreading gossip or rumors creates a downbeat atmosphere and is a negative influence on productivity both in and out of the classroom.
Promptness with tuition, costume deposits and other funds is essential; payments should be made on or prior to the due dates.
Be proud that your child is focused and has chosen to be an artist!
Remember that we are all in this together! We want to assure that every child gets the best possible training, physically, mentally and emotionally. Mutual respect among our faculty, dancers and their parents will provide the ultimate care and education.