Parent Handbook

How to Prepare for Class!

• Water bottle - Important for breaks!
• Proper attire/dance shoes for dance classes
• Hair pulled back and out of face
• Use the restroom before class
• Open mind and a positive attitude!

Sign In and Sign Out Procedures

All classes will meet in the lobby. Students will line up with their teacher in the lobby and will be signed in once they move to their classroom. Sign in does not occur until the start of class time, but waiting areas are open 10 minutes prior to class. At the end of class, their teacher will bring them back to the lobby for sign out. Guardians do not need to be present for sign in, but MUST be present for sign out.

Classroom Environment

The classroom is for enrolled students only. Children participate to their fullest when it is only their fellow students in the classroom. There may be designated times throughout the session where families will be invited into the studio space.

Classroom Safety

We provide a safe, bully-free classroom environment. If a child is engaged in inappropriate behavior, we work with parents to solve it. Physical aggression will not be tolerated in class.

Communication

We will communicate with you in a variety of ways. Handouts and emails are our main source. If you have any updates to your contact information please see a Coordinator or the Desk staff. Please read through all communication carefully as it will contain important info. Instructors are available 5 minutes before and after class for questions! Any questions or concerns can be directed to the Front desk at 563-888-2227 or by emailing JuniorTheatre@davenportiowa.com.

Absence Policy: Sick or Running Late?

Students are allowed up to two absences per session. Any student who exceeds this limit will have their eligibility to perform reconsidered by their instructor and program coordinator. Notify us of any absenes or if you are running late by calling the Front desk at 563-888-2227 or by emailing JuniorTheatre@davenportiowa.com.

Weather & Cancellations

If we cancel classes due to extreme weather or emergencies, we will post notifications to the main page of our website and notify you via email. Please use your discretion and stay safe (Any weather related absences will not count towards a student’s 2 absences). Classes cancelled due to weather will not be rescheduled.

Holidays

All classes will run throughout the session with the exception of 4th of July week, Thankgiving week, and Davenport Schools Spring Break week. Students will receive handouts during classes about these off weeks.

Performance Schedule

All DJT classes conclude with a free performance or sharing for family and friends. Information on the exact time of the showcase will be found in handouts during week #3 of the classs session. It will also be posted in the Parent Info section of the theatre page. Specific performance dates and times found at this link

Memorization

Most students will be required to memorize to some extent. Be sure to stay involved with your student at home and assist them in practicing their lines, songs, and choreography.

Dance Attire

Click here to view information about dance attire and where to buy it locally, as well as online.

Shoe & Leotard Exchange Program

Here at DJT Dance we make an effort to make classes accessible and affordable for all parents and students. That’s why we have a shoe and leotard exchange program! How it works: We accept lightly worn dance shoes and leotards as a donation when students outgrow them. Students who donate their shoes/leotard will have an opportunity to trade in their old shoes for another size (if available).

Special Accommodations - We want your child to succeed to his or her fullest

Please let our Front Desk or Instructors know if your child requires any special accommodations. Also, if you have any developmental or intellectual concerns for which you could help us with strategies, we will gladly accept that input.

Mainstage Acting Company

We perform 3-4 major productions a year. For these shows, we hire local professional directors and designers to work alongside the students. Students must be 10+ and audition to participate.

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