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STUDENT HANDBOOK 2017-2018 Damien Thompson Thompson Damien 5650 S. Woodlawn Avenue Chicago, IL 60637 Tel: 773-493-8498 Fax: 773-493-8508 www.hydeparkdance.org “Dance training builds confidence while developing self-expression and discipline. I believe that all children can be successful in life given these tools, whether they decide to continue in dance or move on to other passions.” August Tye, Artistic Director Damien Thompson Thompson Damien Damien Thompson Thompson Damien Hyde Park School of Dance ● Student Handbook ● 2 Table of Contents ABOUT THE SCHOOL .................................................................................................. 4 DANCE TRAINING ........................................................................................................ 5 Class Schedules ......................................................................................................... 5 Class Descriptions ..................................................................................................... 5 Level Placement ........................................................................................................ 6 Guidelines for Going en Pointe ............................................................................. 7 Dress Code ................................................................................................................ 8 Dance Etiquette and Student Conduct .................................................................. 9 Attendance ............................................................................................................. 9 Makeup Classes .................................................................................................. 10 Tardiness............................................................................................................... 10 Rules of the Barre ............................................................................................... 10 SPECIAL PROGRAMS ............................................................................................... 11 Scholarship ............................................................................................................ 11 Youth Company Tyego Next Generation .......................................................... 11 Teacher Trainee Program ..................................................................................... 12 Companies in Residence ........................................................................................ 13 PERFORMANCE PROGRAM .................................................................................... 14 Nutcracker and Pre-Ballet Holiday Show .......................................................... 14 Spring Concert ........................................................................................................ 15 General Rehearsal Rules ....................................................................................... 15 Day of Performance Procedures ......................................................................... 16 Performance Check List ......................................................................................... 16 Videotaping and Photographs ............................................................................. 18 Volunteer Opportunities ........................................................................................ 18 HEALTH AND WELLNESS ......................................................................................... 19 PROCEDURES ............................................................................................................. 21 Visiting your Dancer’s Class .................................................................................. 21 Waiting Areas ........................................................................................................ 21 Parking ..................................................................................................................... 21 COMMUNICATION ................................................................................................... 22 Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences ................................................................. 22 SAFETY GUIDELINES AND FACILITIES USE .......................................................... 23 Emergency Contact Information ........................................................................... 23 REGISTRATION AND TUITION ................................................................................ 24 Registering for Classes .......................................................................................... 24 Tuition ....................................................................................................................... 24 Refund Policy ........................................................................................................... 25 FACULTY ..................................................................................................................... 27 HOW TO MAKE A CLASSICAL BALLERINA BUN ................................................. 31 DONATE...................................................................................................................... 32 CONTACT INFORMATION ...................................................................................... 35 Hyde Park School of Dance ● Student Handbook ● 3 About the School Founded in 1993 as The Hyde Park School of Ballet, Hyde Park School of Dance (HPSD) began with one teacher and 30 young students in a single studio. The non-profit School now operates three studios and en- rolls over 450 students of all ages. Led by Founding Artistic Director August Tye, HPSD is a key part of the growing and vibrant South Side arts community. HPSD was founded on the belief that any child who is interested in dance should have the opportunity to experience the powerful rewards of self- discipline, hard work and creativity that are central to high quality train- ing. These attributes serve individuals well throughout their lives no matter what vocation they choose as adults, as well as being key aspects of suc- cess in the professional dance arena. Progressive training in classical ballet and modern dance form the core of HPSD’s curriculum, supplemented by jazz and other movement forms. Aspiring professional dancers receive a strong foundation that enables them to join the country’s premier training programs, while students who wish to dance purely for enjoyment are also encouraged. The faculty is committed to helping all children explore and develop their talents in a positive environment that values healthy bodies. The School emphasizes performance as part of the training program, providing all students with opportunities to take the stage. HPSD special- izes in original choreography created specifically for young dancers and appealing to audiences of all ages. From the very first creative move- ment class through the highest levels students also are encouraged to cre- ate their own dances, and student work is included in the School's public performances. These opportunities allow them to express themselves in new artistic ways. Dedicated to expanding its reach to children who have limited access to formal dance training, HPSD partners with public schools and community organizations to provide after-school training, and supports a need- based scholarship program. These programs help us fulfill a key part of the School’s mission, which is to share the joy of dance with the entire community. HPSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, in the administration of its admissions or educational policies, scholarship programs, or any other school-administered program. Hyde Park School of Dance ● Student Handbook ● 4 Dance Training C LASS SCHEDULES Classes run in two 16-week sessions, plus a shorter summer session. Each year begins in September with Session I and runs through mid-January; Session II starts at the end of January and finishes in May. During the summer, HPSD’s classes run from June to early August. The schedule of classes for each session is emailed to families prior to the start of each semester, listed on our web site, and posted on the studio bulletin boards. Between sessions and during holiday breaks, HPSD occasionally offers Interim Classes for students in Ballet Levels III-VI. Specific dates and times vary and are posted on the bulletin board outside of Studio One. C LASS DESCRIPTIONS First Steps, Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet Parents along with their toddlers (ages 18–36 months) may enroll in First Steps. Children between the ages of three and six enroll in Creative Movement through Pre-Ballet I, II and III. These classes are designed to nurture creativity and musical awareness while introducing students to basic ballet terms. Pre-Ballet III students are required to bring a note- book and pen to class for writing down terminology. Ballet I through Ballet VI Children age 7 and up are taught classical ballet with a syllabus based on the training program of the Royal Academy of Dance. Students are required to bring a notebook and pen to class to write down terminolo- gy and take notes. Throughout these levels students are taught perfor- mance skills and are encouraged to continue exploring their own crea- tive impulse. Pointe Students begin pointe training between the ages of 10 and 12 and not before they reach Level IV in their training. This ensures proper physical and