Dance class expectations
Student Expectations (Please initial by each one confirming you have read it, understand it and will abide by the expectation)
ü All students will demonstrate respect for the teacher and classmates at all times. Keep all negative comments to yourself.
ü Students should dress out for class everyday, unless instructed otherwise, and should change in the designated areas only. Restroom breaks should take place before or after class only.
ü All students will practice correct discipline and should follow all school rules (including dress code). Appropriate action will be taken for those who violate the discipline policy.
ü All students should maintain good hygiene at all times.
ü Absolutely no food, drink or gum in the auditorium!
Materials Needed
· Pocket folder with notebook paper
· Pen or pencil
· Proper dance attire
Dress and Participation
Ø All students are expected to dress out for class everyday. If the student is present for class, it is expected that they dress and participate as best they can.
Ø Students who are unable to participate due to illness or injury MUST have a doctor’s note. A parent note will NOT excuse a student from class and points will be deducted from student’s grade if they do not dress and participate in class.
Ø Proper attire for dance includes: sweat pants, leggings, dance or athletic pants, T-shirts and sweatshirts. No shorts, jeans or tank tops should be worn. Socks, bare feet or proper dance shoes (not required) are acceptable. Remember to follow school dress code!
Grading
Participation – 30% Dressing Out – 40% Test/Quiz – 25% Performance – 5%
Other Important Information
- The Spring Dance Concert will be May 14, 2009 at 7pm. All students will be involved.
- A 20$ Costume rental fee to help purchase, clean and store costumes will be due from each student by May 1, 2009. This fee can be paid in full at once or you may make small payments over a period of time. I will begin collecting this fee April 1, 2009. (If you took dance 1st semester and paid this fee, you do not have to pay again)
*Please check my website for updates throughout the semester on important information or assignments.* http://new.schoolnotes.com/jcadby/
The following steps will be taken for any student that does not comply with the class rules:
______1. Informal verbal or non-verbal warning during class.
______2. Formal verbal and private reprimand given to student. Student may be removed from activity for the rest of class period.
______3. Formal reprimand given to student. Copy of this contract sent home for parent/guardian signature.
______4. Referral to grade level administrator.
*As teacher, I reserve to right to remove the student from class and send directly to administrator if the student’s behavior is disrupting the learning process for the other students.
Student/Parent Contract (Return by Friday, Jan. 30)
I, ______, have read the student expectations of dance class, understand what is expected of me and will abide by these expectations to the best of my ability. I also understand the consequences if I do not follow the rules and expectations.
______Student Signature ______Date
I, ______, as parent/guardian of the above student have read and understand the expectations of my child while he/she is in dance class.
______Parent Signature ______Date
Please provide your contact info: Phone ______
Email ______
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Cadby by email: . Thank you!