chicago ballet arts

Make-Up Class Policy (Preparatory Division)

Students who would like to make up a missed class may do so in any similar class in the Preparatory Division during the current session in which they are enrolled, as long as space is available. There are no tuition credits or refunds for missed classes.

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Attendance Policy (Pre-Professional Division)

Students in the Pre-Professional Division are expected to attend their classes on a consistent basis. Should a student need to miss a class for any reason, please email or call us in advance so that we can let your student’s teacher know. Absences due to a student being sick, taking precautionary measures due to COVID-19, or observing a religious or federal holiday are excused. Make-up classes may be taken (with approval) in any lower level.

 

Concert Eligibility Policy (Pre-Professional Division)

Students in the Pre-Professional Division may be eligible to participate in the end of year Annual Concert provided that they have been enrolled and taking classes during both semesters and have demonstrated consistent attendance for all days required for their level. Students registering late for Semester 1 must be enrolled and taking classes by December 1 in order to be eligible. Note that a Production Fee (separate from class tuition) is required.

 

School Policies

1. Be on time for class. Students who arrive more than 10 minutes late may observe the class but may not be allowed to participate due to safety precautions and risk of injury.

2. A neat appearance in dress code is required for class. Please refer to the individual level dress codes.

3. Proper shoes must be worn for all ballet classes with elastics and ribbons (if applicable) securely sewn.

4. No legwarmers, rubber pants, sweat pants or other warm ups are allowed during class.

5. Jewelry and watches must not be worn in class. Students are not permitted to wear hanging earrings. Fingernails must be of an acceptable length, as to prevent injury.

6. Cell phones may not be used during class and must be left inside student’s bag and on silent mode unless special permission is granted from the instructor.

7. Do not leave any valuables in the lobby areas.

8. No unsupervised use of the studio is permitted.

9. Students are not allowed to use pianos, unless authorized by the instructor.

10. Families should report any change of email, address or telephone number to the front desk as soon as possible.

11. Parents, guardians or other visitors are not permitted in the studios while class is in session unless permission is received from the director or instructor.

12. Students are not allowed in the upstairs lounge or loft area unless accompanied by a parent or guardian or with approval from a member of the CBA staff.

13. Chicago Ballet Arts is a smoke-free, drug-free, and gun free facility. 

 

Studio Etiquette

1. No chewing gum is allowed in the studio.

2. All cell phones must be silenced during class and rehearsals and should not be used.

3. Food and drinks are not permitted in the studios. Water may be brought in a closed water bottle.

4. Street shoes are not permitted inside the studio.

5. Pianos must be kept free and clear of personal belongings to avoid damage to the instrument.

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Level Placement

CBA reserves the right to determine the proper level placement for students in order to facilitate the safe progression of dance technique and may move students at any time as needed. Students in Ballet 5 through 8 will receive level placement letters at the end of each year. Students in all levels will be contacted throughout the year should the faculty have concerns about progress.

 

Health and Wellness Policy
CBA’s protocols are in place to create as safe an environment as possible for our students, faculty, accompanists, staff, and their families. We respectfully ask that you follow any health and safety policies deemed necessary throughout the year. If your student is feeling unwell and showing signs of a respiratory illness (including but not limited to fever, coughing, sneezing or constant runny nose not caused by allergies) or they have been diagnosed with an infectious disease, we ask that they remain at home. As a general rule of thumb, please ensure a student is fever-free (without the assistance of fever-reducing medication) for at least 24 hours before their return to CBA.

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Disciplinary Actions

CBA reserves the right to dismiss any student for inappropriate behavior, poor attendance, and/or lack of discipline or progress.

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