Riverside Performing Arts



		Policies Registration Registration is based on first come, first serve. Pre-registration is REQUIRED for all classes Dress Attire All students are expected to follow Riverside Performing Arts’ dress code (Please see Class Attire). A student that is not appropriately dressed for class will be asked to observe for that day. Attendance It is expected that students attend as many classes as possible in which they are enrolled. There should be a minimum of makeup classes so students do not fall behind. REFUNDS or CREDITS are not given for missed classes. If a student must miss a class, please call ahead and inform the teacher. Punctuality Coming to class on time is important so as not to disrupt the lesson. In addition, a student who misses the warm-up may become injured. Students who arrive late may be asked to observe class that day. Inclement Weather RPA DOES NOT follow the Vancouver School District policy for closure due to inclement weather. Please call or check our website if you are unsure if RPA is closed. Holiday Closures RPA DOES NOT follow the Vancouver School District schedule for holiday closures. Please call or check our website if you are unsure if RPA is closed. Refunds Refunds are not given for missed classes due to illness or conflicting schedules. Family emergencies may be considered an exception to this rule. Payment All payments are to be made two (2) weeks before a session begins. If you are unable to attend a scheduled private lesson, 24 hour notice is required. Disruptive Behavior Inappropriate and disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. Students, who cannot display appropriate classroom behavior, will be asked to observe class that day. Cell phones must be turned off before entering classroom. Practice Dance lessons, like music lessons or sports activities, require practice outside of the classroom. It is very important that students take their lesson seriously and come to their next lesson prepared. This will help the student grow and keep the class progressing. Riverside Performing Arts is not responsible for any stolen or damaged items.