SAN FRANCISCO BALLET SCHOOL. School Handbook School Year

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1 SAN FRANCISCO BALLET SCHOOL School Handbook School Year San Francisco Ballet School Chris Hellman Center for Dance 455 Franklin Street San Francisco, CA school.sfballet.org Phone: Fax: Absence Line: SF Ballet Building/Lobby Attendant: In case of an emergency. The lobby desk does not have specific information pertaining to classes or rehearsals. SF Ballet Box Office: Purchase tickets to Nutcracker, Student Showcase, and the Company s Repertory Season. 1 Artistic Office: Students involved in Nutcracker and/or other Company productions will need to contact the Artistic Office for rehearsal, performance, and general questions.

2 Table of Contents 2 Welcome and About the School 3 Building and Arrival/Departure Information 4-5 Attendance 6-7 Rules and Policies 8 Locker Rooms 9 Orientations, Observations, Evaluations, and Examinations 10 Frequently Asked Questions 11 Emergency Procedures 12 Doctor s Note Tuition Dress Code and Retailer information School Calendar Class Schedule 1

3 SAN FRANCISCO BALLET SCHOOL Helgi Tomasson, Artistic Director Patrick Armand, Director The mission of San Francisco Ballet School is to recruit talented students and to provide training of the highest caliber in order to prepare them for professional careers in San Francisco Ballet and other companies. Welcome to San Francisco Ballet School. This Handbook will provide the information to help make your study at SFBS successful. Please take the time to read through it. If questions arise during the year that are not answered here, please contact the School Office, About the School The singular goal of San Francisco Ballet School is to train and prepare students for a career with San Francisco Ballet and other companies. The program is designed to take students from their very first step through a comprehensive curriculum of classical ballet studies. The formidable curriculum emphasizes a strong classical technique and a flow of movement that suggests a sense of energy, freedom, and joy, reflecting the kind of dancing favored by San Francisco Ballet. It is a style that readily adapts to meet the demands of any choreographer or company, and any type of movement. Admission is by audition only. Girls and boys are placed in one of eight levels according to age, experience, and ability. They follow a structured sequence of training stages designed to increase their technical skills, stamina, and discipline. The program includes classes in technique, pointe work, pas de deux, men's technique, contemporary dance, music, and character dance classes. All ballet and character classes are taught to live piano accompaniment, a crucial element in developing the students understanding of the relationship between music and movement. Inherent in the teaching of ballet are frequent corrections. Students are verbally and/or physically guided by the teacher to ensure proper body alignment and body placement. For those who desire a career in ballet, San Francisco Ballet School offers a training program of unqualified excellence. Over fifty percent of the dancers in San Francisco Ballet received all or part of their training at the School. Students have also gone on to dance with such companies as American Ballet Theatre, Boston Ballet, Cincinnati Ballet, English National Ballet, Houston Ballet, The Joffrey Ballet, Mariinsky Ballet, Miami City Ballet, National Ballet of Canada, New York City Ballet, Oregon Ballet Theatre, Pennsylvania Ballet, Ballet Memphis, Birmingham Royal Ballet, Royal Winnipeg Ballet, and Dutch National Ballet. Upon completion of their studies at San Francisco Ballet School, students neither receive diplomas nor are they considered graduates. Although they have finished their formal studies, dancers never stop learning; after all, they begin each day with a class. A dancer s education is an ongoing process, one that continues throughout their career. Even those students whose paths lead to non-dance careers gain immeasurably from having studied at the School. They develop self-motivation, self-discipline, poise, grace, and an appreciation for the arts, which they carry with them throughout their lives. 2

4 Building and Arrival/Departure Information SF Ballet Building The School shares space with the Company at San Francisco Ballet s Chris Hellman Center for Dance, enabling aspiring dancers to experience a sense of the professional ballet world. Following is information about arriving and departing for class at the Ballet building. Arrival Please make sure your child arrives to class at least 5-10 minutes before class begins, ready to learn and work. A late arrival does not allow a student enough time to prepare and compose him or herself, and can therefore be the cause of injuries. Late arrivals also disrupt class concentration. Students late to any class may be asked to sit and observe class. Note: Students must wear street clothes or a cover-up over their ballet attire when arriving to and departing from the Ballet building. Ballet slippers and warm-up booties are never to be worn outside of the building; this is for the students safety and to protect the dance studio floors. Parents are welcome to wait in the lobby for their children while they are in ballet class. If parents have specific business or questions for the School, please ask the lobby attendant to contact the School Office, and we will be happy to assist you. The School Office has an open door policy; however, building security procedures must be followed. If you need to have a conversation with a staff member or a teacher, it is helpful for you to call in advance and set up a meeting time. Departure Please remember that SFBS is not a child-care provider. Our fees do not reflect supervision outside of the studio. Students must leave floors 2 and 4 at the end of their class or rehearsal. Students must wait for pick up in the lobby and should not wait outside in the drive-through or on the sidewalk as the lobby receptionist does not monitor these areas. Students must be picked up within 15 minutes of the end of their class. If you are unable to pick up your student in a timely fashion, kindly call the Ballet building lobby receptionist at Parents will be charged a fee of $25.00 per 1/4 hour for any time the staff must wait beyond the allowed pick-up time. Drive-Through In order to keep students safe while entering and exiting the Ballet building, please note the following information. Please use the drive-through for dropping-off and picking-up students and avoid using Franklin Street. Parents are not permitted to park in the drive-through at any time. The turn-out in the drive-thru is for SFB authorized personnel only and must be left available always. If your passengers are not immediately available for pick-up, please exit the drive-through and pull around again. Parking, Public Transportation and Directions For a map of MUNI and BART stops, and parking lots in the area, please see: school.sfballet.org/directions Parking lots used by the Ballet and Opera employees are strictly off limits for students and parents. If you park on the street, please note that the meters are monitored and towing zones will be enforced. Never leave valuables in your car. Personal items left in view are an attractive target for thieves. 3

5 Attendance Students are expected to attend every class for which they are scheduled. Consistent attendance is critical to progress. It is essential that students arrive to class on time and are ready to work and learn. REPORTING INDIVIDUAL ABSENCES Illness, transportation problems, and other last minute special circumstances If a student is ill and is possibly contagious, please keep him/her at home until well. WHEN: ALL absences MUST be reported at least 15 minutes before the scheduled class time to be considered excused. Any student who leaves class early due to illness should notify the School Office before departing HOW: Absences may be reported on the ABSENCE LINE or by Absences will only be excused upon receipt of a message on the absence line or school . Absence Line: Please state: STUDENT NAME, LEVEL, DATE, REASON for absence. School school@sfballet.org Subject: Body: ABSENCE Jane Doe Level 3B Jane Doe, Level 3B, will be absent Tuesday, October 1 st, due to illness. Absences not following the protocol as listed above will be marked as unexcused. REQUESTS FOR EXTENDED ABSENCES Vacation, academic commitments including overnight field trips, time away for company auditions, etc WHEN: Requests for extended absences must be submitted for approval in writing via the school account at least two weeks prior to the date/s of absence. HOW: Requests for extended absences may only be submitted by . Absences will only be excused upon receipt of a written request on the school , and by approval of the Director. School school@sfballet.org Subject: Body: EXTENDED ABSENCE REQUEST Jane Doe Level 3B Jane Doe, Level 3B, is requesting to miss classes during the week of April 14 due to family trip. Absences not following the protocol as listed above will be marked as unexcused. ABSENCES DUE TO INJURY WHEN: Injuries and accidents must be reported immediately to the School Administration. HOW: Please call the School Office, , and speak to a member of the School Staff. At the discretion of the School Administration, the student s teacher and the student s physician, an amended class schedule may be made. Any injured student is required to submit a doctor s note describing the injury, prognosis, recovery time, and the program of therapy for recovery. A follow-up doctor s note (enclosed) will be required before a student will be permitted to return to class. Please print copies of the Doctor s Note as needed; copies are also available in the School Office. RECOVERY: Doctor s appointments and physical therapy schedules must be reported to the School Administration. Appointments should not conflict with the student s SFBS schedule. A follow-up doctor s note is required permitting an injured student to return to class. An injured student may not be permitted to rehearse or perform in the Student Showcase or Company productions. 4

6 Attendance Continued Absences An absence, whether excused or unexcused, is time that a student misses out on their training. An absence is identified as a missed class where the proper notification/request for time off has been recorded. An unexcused absence is one where the request/notification was not communicated in advance or when incomplete information is provided. Excessive Absences Excessive absences (whether excused or not) may hinder the promotion of a student and/or result in dismissal from the School. A monthly review of attendance will be conducted by the School Administration. Students found with multiple absences may be subject to the following consequences: parent meeting with School Administration, scholarship reduced or revoked, dismissal from the School. A student may not participate in a Company rehearsal or Performance if they have not attended their School classes. If a student is suspended or dismissed from the School, they may not participate in rehearsals or performances with the Company. Make-up and additional classes When a student in Levels 1 through 3 has an excused absence, the student may make-up the absence in an alternate class. A maximum of three classes may be made up per year. The make-up class must be within their assigned Level; For example, 2A may take 2B. When the parent/guardian calls in to report the absence, please indicate the date that the student will attend the alternate class. If the make-up date is not yet determined, please call back at least one day in advance of the intended make-up class. The class must be made up within one week of the excused absence. Families may not abuse this policy to make a personal ballet schedule for their student this is for specific and occasional absences and up to a maximum of three dates per year. When a student in Levels 4 through 8 has an excused absence, the student should come to the School Office to inquire about scheduling a make-up class. Outside of the make-up classes, students are not permitted to take additional classes unless assigned or granted permission by the Director. Late Arrivals When a student arrives late to class or misses the first in a series of classes on a day, they are missing the necessary preparations to ensure they are warm and stretched, which prevents injuries. If a student arrives late to class, it will be at the teacher s discretion if the student may participate or not that day. Students who miss the first in a series of classes on any day must check in with the School Office upon arrival. Students will not be permitted to participate in subsequent classes or rehearsals if they do not fully participate in their technique class. Work Schedules and Doctor s Appointments Upper level students must arrange their work schedules, doctor s, and physical therapy appointments around their commitments with the School and Company. Student Showcase Students in Levels 2-6 will be invited to participate in Student Showcase. Level 7 and 8 students must be available to attend all Student Showcase rehearsals and performances. Casting of Showcase performances is at the sole discretion of the School. Company Productions Students in Levels 1-6 may be invited to participate in rehearsals and performances with the Company. Level 7 and 8 students must make themselves available for rehearsals and performances with the Company as well as SFB fundraising or promotional events, even if the dates conflict with academic school vacations, holidays, or breaks. Students may not participate in Company rehearsals or performances if they have not attended their regularly scheduled classes. Levels 7 and 8 students with dancing roles in Company productions may only take Company class if they have been assigned to do so by the Artistic Staff. 5

7 Rules and Policies Students must direct their full energy to their ballet studies, maintain self-discipline, and provide leadership and a helpful attitude at all times. Decorum and discipline are an important part of ballet training. Every student in the School is expected to adhere to the rules and policies. All students must be courteous to each other; respectful of faculty, staff, and Company members; maintain quiet in the halls, and refrain from horseplay and other disruptive behavior while inside the Ballet building. SF Ballet School, at the sole discretion of its Administration, reserves the right to suspend or dismiss any student whose performance, conduct, or attendance is found unsatisfactory. For the good of all students, it is imperative for each individual to accept the responsibility of upholding School rules and policies. Students should report any activity they believe violates the School rules. Uniform and Hygiene All students must adhere to the established School uniform. Students may be prohibited from taking class if not dressed appropriately. All ballet clothing must be clean and in good repair. Dancewear must be laundered regularly. Ballet shoes should be allowed to air-out between classes. A good way to do this is to keep ballet shoes in a net bag that allows air circulation. Hygiene: Students must practice good hygiene habits. Students of pubescent age and older, should use deodorant daily and must shower after class. Student Behavior Bullying, harassment, or discrimination (including via social media) will not be tolerated. Students who witness bullying, harassment, or discrimination should report it to their teacher or the School Office immediately. Ballet Classroom Etiquette Out of respect for the class environment, the teacher, and fellow classmates, students are not permitted to leave class unless permission is granted by the teacher. Talking in class is not permitted. It is disrespectful and disturbing to the teacher and other students. Teachers are not to be interrupted when they are giving instructions, corrections, or demonstrating exercises. If students have a question, they should raise their hand and wait to be called on. Only bottled water is allowed in the studio. Food, gum, or other drinks are prohibited in the studio. Eating and drinking is allowed in the hallway and in the School Library. Litter is to be disposed of in available waste and recycling containers. The restrooms are to be used prior to and after class. Having to leave in the middle of class is disrupting. If there is an emergency, the student should raise their hand and asked to be excused. Students should not place anything on or in the pianos. Students may not use the studio sound systems or DVD players without permission. Students may not use cell phones, computers, tablets, or cameras in the studios. Students may not film or take photographs in the studio without permission from the Director. Hairspray, baby powder, or any other products are not to be used in the studio. These products can cause the dance floors to become too sticky or slippery. In the Building Students may post approved messages and/or notices on the Student bulletin board. It is considered defacement of property to affix anything to the walls of the building. Students may watch school and Company classes and rehearsals from the doorway but must remain quiet and respectful of the dancers who are working. Photography/videography of Company members in the building is strictly prohibited. 6

8 Rules and Policies Continued Attendance at Special Events When students are at School or SF Ballet sponsored performances or events, they should conduct themselves appropriately as representatives of SFBS. This includes times when students are assigned to attend an event or if they have purchased a ticket to a SFB event. Students are NOT permitted to attend any SFB events in which alcohol is openly served. Students may request to attend the Opening Night Gala Dinner or Student Showcase Dinner only if they will be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Students are never permitted to attend the Gala After Party, Employee Holiday Party or the Company End of Season Party, even if they have been invited as a guest. Students found at an event without permission from School Administration may result in immediate dismissal. Prohibited Items Drugs/Alcohol: Possession or use of alcohol and/or drugs of any nature is not permitted and is considered grounds for immediate dismissal. Students suspected of drug use may be subject to drug testing. Smoking is not permitted in the San Francisco Ballet building at any time by California law. It is illegal for students under 21 years of age to purchase or use cigarettes. Knives, lighters, and flammable liquids are not permitted in the SFB Building. If students need these items to prepare pointe shoes, they should be used at home. Outside Classes, Performances, Photoshoots Students may not participate in dance competitions, ballet classes, photoshoots, rehearsals, or performances with outside groups (amateur or professional) without written permission from the Director. Failure to receive written permission is grounds for immediate dismissal. Requests for participation in outside activities should be sent to school@sfballet.org. 7

9 Locker Rooms Level 1-2 Students should arrive in their dancewear no more than 15 minutes prior to the start of their class. Students in these levels may NOT use the locker-room located on the 2 nd floor for changing. Students should wait in the lobby near the elevators until their teacher or staff member comes to take them to their studio. Any items brought with them must be stored in the hallway outside their studio. Students should not bring any valuables to the Ballet School. Note: Students must wear street clothes or a cover-up over their ballet attire when arriving to and departing from the Ballet building. Ballet slippers and warm-up booties are never to be worn outside of the building; this is for the students safety and to protect the dance studio floors. Level 3-8 Students may use the locker-room for changing and must store all belongings in a locker during class. Only water and pointe shoes may be brought into the studios. Students must provide their own lock and it is the student s responsibility to secure all personal items in their locker. Locker Room Policies Students must supply their own locks and should keep lockers locked and maintain confidentiality regarding combinations. Please do not bring valuables to the Ballet School. SFBS is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Students may only bring necessary items (pointe shoes and water bottles) into the studio. All other items should be stored in a locker during class. It is the student s responsibility to properly store all items. Lockers are the property of the School. The School reserves the right to access individual lockers at any time with or without the user's permission. Locker rooms are for dressing; students are not to loiter in them. Lockers should not be decorated with stickers or any substance which may cause damage. Locker room use is a privilege. Any vandalism to the physical state of the dressing room or students personal property will result in the closure of the locker room to ALL students. Students must be respectful of other s property. Any student found stealing or vandalizing the locker room may be subject to immediate dismissal. Lost & Found There is a Lost & Found box located in each locker room and on the 2 nd floor near the School Office. To help identify lost items, students are encouraged to label all shoes and clothing items with their name. The lost and found is cleared out at the end of each semester and at the end of each summer program. 8

10 Orientations, Observations, Evaluations, and Examinations Student Orientations Orientation for all students will be incorporated into their class schedule during the first week. Staff will review the School rules, absence reporting, and emergency procedures. All information reviewed in the student orientations may also be found in this handbook for reference. Parent Orientations New parents are required, and returning parents are encouraged, to attend one of the parent orientations for an overview of the SFBS program and information about their child s classes. All information reviewed at the parent orientations may also be found in this handbook for reference. Orientation dates will be sent out to families when available. Information about San Francisco Ballet School is also available on our website, school.sfballet.org. In addition to historical information about the School, you can find a wealth of information about San Francisco Ballet. Class Observations for Parents The School and the San Francisco Ballet building are closed to visitors; however, once a year, parents/guardians are invited into the studio to observe class. This is an opportunity to experience ballet class from start to finish: barre and center. This observation is NOT open to the public (extended family, friends, siblings etc.), but is for parents/guardians to observe their student's progress. Class observations are usually scheduled to occur in November or December. Observation dates will be announced in the fall. Parents may not observe class at other times, as it is a distraction to the students. Cameras and video equipment are NOT permitted in the studios during observations. Student Evaluations All students in Levels 1 through 8 receives two written evaluations per year. The evaluations will include information on the student s technical development, attendance, and conduct. In addition, each student will have an opportunity for one conference with their primary teacher and the student s parent/guardian. Level 4 Girls and Boys mark the end of the of the beginner s division. At this point, commitment, focus, and discipline have been demonstrated. Students who are invited to continue in the School must meet the minimum standards regarding pointe work (for girls) and strength. The student s feet, flexibility, turnout at the hips, structure, and proportions are also taken into consideration, as these physical attributes are generally considered requisite for professional accomplishment in classical ballet. Levels 5 6 Girls and Boys are the intermediate levels of our School. Students who are invited to move on to Levels 7 and 8, our advanced levels, are those whom we feel may have the potential for a career in classical ballet. These students are evaluated for talent, technical development, and artistic merit. Year-End Examinations End of year exams will be held towards the end of the spring semester. In the usual class setting, students will be asked to demonstrate the steps they ve been learning over the course of the year, which are part of the established curriculum. Instructors will prepare their students for the exam by teaching them a set of steps for both barre and center. Together with the instructor, Mr. Armand will conduct the exams for each class. This will aid in the evaluation of each student to determine their placement for the next school year. 9

11 Frequently Asked Questions Q. What are the School Office hours? A. The School Office is staffed Monday through Saturday starting at 9:30am through the last class of the day. Q. How will the School communicate with SFBS families? A. The School will send the majority of all correspondence to the primary family address as listed on the enrollment forms. Please make sure to check your regularly and update the School Office should your contact information change. Q. My child was sick last class and I called the absence line. He s still sick do I need to call again? A. Yes. Please call the absence line or school@sfballet.org to report EACH absence. Q. My child has been ill/injured a lot this semester and I have been diligent about calling in the absences. Will excused absences adversely affect his/her evaluation? A. The instruction for each level is set in such a way that it is cumulative and has a building block effect as new concepts are introduced often. In addition, part of the challenge and routine of ballet is the repetition until the movement becomes part of muscle memory. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may hinder the student s progress. Q. Our family is planning a vacation that will conflict with SFBS classes. What should I do? A. Submit an extended absence request to school@sfballet.org at least two weeks prior to the date/s of absence. It is best to make your request as soon as the information is available to you. Please be aware that if the request conflicts with rehearsals or performances, you may need to make a choice between your trip and the performance. We make every effort to accommodate these requests. Q. Are classes offered in the summer? A. The School offers full day intensive summer programs for students in Levels 4-8. More information will be available in November on the School s website. Ballet Camp for Levels 1-3 will be announced in December. Q. Is my student eligible to participate in Nutcracker? A. San Francisco Ballet s Nutcracker performances are in December of each year usually about 30 performances split between two casts. All the children you see on stage are SFBS students. Auditions for roles take place in September. Students in Levels 1-6 and who reach nine years of age by December 12, 2017 (no exceptions) are eligible to audition. Casting is at the sole discretion of the Company s Artistic staff. Q. Is my student eligible to participate in the Student Showcase? A. Students in Levels 2-8, are eligible to participate in the Student Showcase, which takes place May 23-25, Information about mandatory rehearsals and performances will be distributed in early spring. Level 7 and 8 Students must be available to attend all Student Showcase rehearsals and performances. Casting of Showcase performances is at the sole discretion of the School. 10

12 Emergency Procedures These emergency procedures will be reviewed with students during their first week of classes. In the event of an EARTHQUAKE: 1. The teacher will give the DROP AND COVER (D & C) command. 2. Students/teacher/pianist must move away from windows, mirrors, skylights, etc. 3. Drop to knees, clasp both hands behind neck, bury face in arms, make body as small as possible, close eyes, and cover ears with forearms 4. Do not evacuate unless specifically ordered to do so. 5. Stay alert for aftershocks. Relocate to a safer area in preparation for aftershocks if necessary. 6. Students in the locker-room will D&C facing away from any windows or mirrors. In the event of a FIRE or building EVACUATION: 1. When the alarm sounds, assume it is an emergency that requires evacuation. 2. Students will line up at the door with the teacher at the head of the line and the pianist at the end of line. The teacher will lead the class to the nearest safe emergency exit. The last person out MUST close all doors. 3. Students should leave all belongings in the room. Teacher/pianist will take the roll book. Girls will stay in pointe shoes. 4. Students in the locker-room, lobby or bathroom will evacuate with their class or the nearest group. Students should find their class at the evacuation site. 5. The evacuation site is the parking lot between the War Memorial Opera House and the Veteran s Auditorium. 6. If a parent wishes to take a child from the evacuation site, please notify the teacher. 7. Remain at the evacuation site until an official deems the building safe for re-entry. 8. Await further instructions from a designated official. Parents/Guardians are asked to follow these building emergency guidelines if they are present in the building during an evacuation. In the event of a building LOCK DOWN: If students hear the word LOCKDOWN either from an Instructor, School Administrative Staff, or broadcast via the telephone system: 1. Assume that it is a real emergency and lock yourself in the nearest secure room: Locker room, Faculty Lounge, Library, Studio, or Pianist Office. 2. If Students are taking class, listen to directions from the instructor and pianist. 3. Students will be directed to move to an area of the room as far away from the doors as possible, avoiding walls with windows and mirrors. 4. The instructor will: a. Lock the studio door(s) with the key provided for the purpose (hanging on a lanyard adjacent to the doorway). b. Cover the window located in the studio door with the blind provided for the purpose (mounted to the wall adjacent to the studio door). c. Turn off the lights in the studio and instruct the children to remain quiet while awaiting emergency personnel. 11

13 SAN FRANCISCO BALLET SCHOOL Doctor s Note Parent/Student Instructions When your student sees a doctor for any injury or pain that may affect their participation in class, please fill out the top portion of this form and provide to your doctor at your appointment. This form must be returned to the School Office prior to returning to class. Student Name: Level: Date: Reason for Doctor s visit: Physician Instructions Ballet training requires each student to be able to completely participate in a full range of sustained, repetitive, vigorous physical activities including but not limited to quick movements, bending, twisting, running, leaping and lifting, which place extreme demands on the human body, including stress of joints and ligaments, repetitive impact, and occasional falls, slips and collisions with other participants and objects. Please complete the following: Diagnosis: Please select: Student may return to FULL PARTICIPATION in ballet and all other dance classes and rehearsals with NO RESTRICTIONS. Student may return to LIMITED PARTICIPATION in ballet and other dance classes and rehearsals with the following RESTRICTIONS: Student MAY NOT PARTICIPATE in classes at this time and will be will be reevaluated on (specific date). In the meantime, the student will participate in the following course of treatment: Physician Name: Phone number: Address: Signature: Date: RETURN this form to the School Office prior to your next class. You may send it via or fax or in person to the school Office: school@sfballet.org FAX

14 SAN FRANCISCO BALLET SCHOOL School Year Tuition Registration Fee All students pay a $200 registration fee. Tuition Level 1 $ 3,250 Level 2 $ 3,900 Level 3 $ 4,400 Level 4 $ 5,250 Level 5 $ 6,000 Level 6 $ 6,800 Level 7 $ 7,400 Level 8 $ 7,520 Scholarships and Financial Aid Payment Plan Options For tuition and fee payments, San Francisco Ballet School accepts checks, cash, money orders, or the following credit cards: Visa, MasterCard or American Express. Parents may pay by automatic payments charged to their credit card or may request to receive statements. Those who choose to make more than one annual payment for the school year tuition will incur a $25 processing fee per payment. The following are the payment plan options for the School Year: One Payment *no processing fee applied Full payment and registration fee due August 18, 2017 Two Payments *processing fees apply 1st payment and registration fee due August 18, 2017 Balance due December 1, 2017 Four Payments *processing fees apply 1st payment and registration fee due August 18, nd payment due October 1, rd payment due December 1, 2017 Final payment due February 1, 2018 Merit Based Scholarships SF Ballet School offers a limited number of scholarships available to intermediate and advanced-level students, based on the potential to achieve a professional career in ballet. Scholarships are awarded at the time of invitation to the program. Scholarships are awarded for a limited time, either one school year and/or summer program. All students pay the $200 registration fee. Community Scholarship Program, Continuing Scholarship (formerly Dance In Schools Continuing Scholarship) Select students from the one-year Community Scholarship Program class (CSP), who show exceptional aptitude for classical ballet, are awarded a full tuition scholarship for continued attendance at SF Ballet School as long as the student progresses as necessary up though level 5. After level 5, when the CSP Continuing Scholarship is no longer available, families will be responsible for the regular tuition. Students may be awarded a merit scholarships based on their potential to achieve a professional career. Additionally, any family may apply for financial aid. All students pay the $200 registration fee. Financial Aid SF Ballet School offers a limited amount of need-based financial aid to students enrolled in Levels 1-8. Financial aid is not available for other programs including Pre-Ballet. The number of awards is dependent upon contributions and careful consideration is given to all requests for assistance. Families may apply once their student has received their invitation for the school year or summer program. Registration Fees will not be covered by financial aid. Financial aid is awarded for a limited period of time either one school year and/or summer program. Families must reapply each year to be considered. Families may apply for financial aid by using the TADS Financial Aid Assessment, an online tool specifically tailored to evaluate financial need for SF Ballet School. Print the TADS Worksheet to help gather all the necessary information. The Financial Aid Application Deadline for returning families was May 1, 2017; The deadline for new families is two weeks following the student s invitation to the school year program. Families are highly encouraged to apply as early as possible. All students pay the $200 registration fee. Families who are applying for financial aid should pay the Registration Fee to hold their child s spot in the class while the financial aid application in in process. TADS Financial Aid Application: 13

15 SAN FRANCISCO BALLET SCHOOL UNIFORM Students appearance in class must be neat and clean at all times. Dancewear is to be kept in good repair and laundered on a regular basis. Students are expected to observe good personal hygiene habits. GIRLS / WOMEN See page 18 for retail information Hair Hair should be in a neat high bun (without center or side parts) No Fly-aways: Please use HAIR NETS and hairspray. No hair accessories (bows, scrunchies, colorful barrettes, etc.). For short hair, students should wear a headband to secure hair away from the face and neck. Accessories and Warm-ups No nail polish or jewelry, including earrings (small studs are acceptable), watches, necklaces, and rings. Sweatpants/shorts and plastic pants/shorts may not be worn during any portion of the class. Level 1 2 Girls Leotard: Shoes: Tights: Level 3 Girls Leotard: Shoes: Tights: Locker Room: Level 4 Girls Leotard: Shoes: Tights: Music: Locker Room: Level 1 - Ainsliewear: Style AW101, Princess plain front in LIGHT PINK Level 2 - Ainsliewear: Style AW101, Princess plain front in LAVENDER Bloch 203: Split sole, leather, ballet slipper with canvas arch insert or Bloch 205: Full sole leather ballet slipper. If applicable, please remove the double elastic X and sew a single elastic over the arch of the foot. Bloch 1921G: Girls Pink Footed Tights Ainsliewear: Style AW101, Princess plain front in SEAFOAM Bloch 203: Split sole, leather, ballet slipper with canvas arch insert with Freed ballet shoe ribbons. 3A Girls should wear their ballet shoes just as they come to the first class. Their teacher will provide instruction on how to remove the elastics and sew the ribbons. Students will be expected to prepare their shoes by the start of the second week of classes. Pointe shoes: Once the Director has determined that the class is ready to begin pointe work, 3A girls will be given a directive from their teacher about obtaining pointe shoes. This will likely not occur before the spring semester. DO NOT purchase new pointe shoes until you have received instructions to do so. 3B Girls should prepare their technique shoes in advance of the first class: remove pre-sewn elastics and sew on ribbons with matte side facing out. Pointe shoes: If you need to purchase new pointe shoes, please bring them in for teacher approval during the first week of classes. Pointe work will begin in the 2 nd or 3 rd week of classes. Freed pointe shoes are preferred; If Freed is not available in your size, please consult with your teacher during the first week of classes. Bloch 1921G: Girls Pink Footed Tight or Capezio 1916: Women s Transition Tight in BALLET PINK (BPK) All students must have a lock to secure their belongings in a locker during class. Ainsliewear: Style AW101, Princess plain front in BREEZE Bloch 203: Split sole, leather, ballet slipper with canvas arch insert with Freed ballet shoe ribbons. Level 4 girls should their prepare shoes in advance of the first class: remove pre-sewn elastics and sew on ribbons with matte side facing out. Pointe shoes: If you need to purchase new pointe shoes, please bring them in for teacher approval during the first week of classes. Pointe work will begin in the 2 nd or 3 rd week of classes. Freed pointe shoes are preferred; If Freed is not available in your size, please consult your teacher during the first week of classes Bloch 1921G: Girls Pink Footed Tight or Capezio 1916: Women s Transition Tight in BALLET PINK (BPK) 1 binder with loose leaf paper and a pencil are required for all music classes All students must have a lock to secure their belongings in a locker during class. 14

16 GIRLS / WOMEN UNIFORM Continued Level 5 Girls Leotard: Tights: Shoes: Pointe Shoes: Character: Music: Contemporary: Mat Class: Locker Room: Level 6 Girls Leotard: Tights: Shoes: Skirt: Character: Music: Contemporary: Mat Class: Locker Room: Ainsliewear: AW101 Princess plain front in TEAL Bloch 1921G: Girls Pink Footed Tight or Capezio 1916: Women s Transition Tight in BALLET PINK (BPK) Bloch 203: Split sole, leather, ballet slipper with canvas arch insert with Freed ballet shoe ribbons. Prepare shoes in advance of the first class: remove pre-sewn elastics and sew on ribbons with matte side facing out. Freed pointe shoes and ribbons are preferred. If a student needs to try a different brand of shoes, please see your teacher for recommendations on other shoes to try. Class leotard and tights Black character skirt (not chiffon) just below the knee inch black character shoes 1 binder with loose leaf paper and a pencil are required for all music classes Students may wear t-shirts/tank tops, leggings, or shorts over their Level 5 uniform. Barefoot or with socks. Girls hair should be pulled back (bun, ponytail, braid) Class leotard and tights All students must have a lock to secure their belongings in a locker during class. Ainsliewear: AW101P Princess pinch front in CRANBERRY Capezio 1916: Women s Transition Tight in BALLET PINK (BPK) Shoes must be clean and in good repair. No shiny ribbons, matte side of Freed ribbons is preferred. Ladies need a pair of pink LEATHER ballet slippers, brand of your choice, sewn with ribbons, no elastics. Ladies need a pair of de-shanked pointe shoes, sewn with ribbons, no elastics. Pointe shoes: FREED pointe shoes are preferred. If you need help finding Freed pointe shoes, please speak with your teacher. OPTIONAL for Pointe/Rep classes only: Light weight wrap skirt in black, no pattern Class leotard and tights Black character skirt (not chiffon) just below the knee inch black character shoes 1 binder with loose leaf paper and a pencil are required for all music classes Students may wear t-shirts/tank tops, leggings, or shorts over their Level 6 uniform leotard and tights Girls hair should be pulled back (bun, ponytail, braid, etc.) Class leotard and tights All students must have a lock to secure their belongings in a locker during class. Level 7 8 Women, Trainee Women: Leotards: Level 7 Ainsliewear: AW101P Princess pinch front AUBERGINE for Technique Ainsliewear: AW101P Princess pinch front BLACK for Pointe/ Pas de Deux / etc. Level 8 Ainsliewear: AW101P Princess pinch front NAVY for Technique Ainsliewear: AW101P Princess pinch front BLACK for Pointe/ Pas de Deux / etc. Trainees Ainsliewear: AW101P Princess pinch front BLACK for ALL classes All Level 7-8 Women and Trainee Women Tights: Capezio 1916: Women s Transition Tight in BALLET PINK (BPK) Shoes: Shoes must be clean and in good repair. No shiny ribbons, matte side of Freed ribbons is preferred. Ladies need a pair of de-shanked pointe shoes, with ribbons sewn, no elastics. Ladies also must have a pair of pink LEATHER ballet slippers, brand of your choice, with ribbons sewn, no elastics. Pointe shoes: FREED pointe shoes are preferred. If you need help finding Freed pointe shoes, please speak with your teacher. Tutus: ProPractice black tutu for Pas de Deux and Rep. Skirts: OPTIONAL for Pointe/Rep classes only: Black light weight wrap or pull-on skirt (solid, no pattern) Conditioning: Bath towel, running shoes, and work-out clothes are required. 15

17 GIRLS / WOMEN UNIFORM 7, 8, Trainee Women Continued Locker Room: Swimming: All students must have a lock to secure their belongings in a locker during class. 1-piece swimsuit and a towel are required for swimming. Additional uniform items may be assigned to Trainee Women during the school year. Level 7-8 Women only Music: 1 binder with loose leaf paper and a pencil are required for all music classes. Character: Class leotard and tights Black character skirt (not chiffon) just below the knee inch black character shoes Contemporary: Students may wear t-shirts/tank tops, sweatpants, or shorts over their uniform. Barefoot or with socks. BOYS / MEN UNIFORM Students appearance in class must be neat and clean at all times. Dancewear is to be kept in good repair and laundered on a regular basis. Students are expected to observe good personal hygiene habits. Hair Hair should be in short, neat, conventional cuts. No facial hair. Accessories and Warm-ups No jewelry (includes earrings, watches, and rings). Sweatpants/shorts and plastic pants/shorts may not be worn during any portion of the class. Level 1 2 Boys Leotard: Shorts: Socks: Shoes: Wear Moi: Alton WHITE V-neck leo with built in full seat dance belt Wear Moi: Paco BLACK cotton dance shorts Freed: Soxs THIN WHITE ankle socks (Other similar brands are OK, please no bulky athletic socks) WHITE leather full sole ballet slippers with a single elastic. Level 3 4 Boys Leotard: Wear Moi: Alton WHITE V-neck leo with built in full seat dance belt Shorts: Wear Moi: Paco BLACK cotton dance shorts Socks: Freed: Soxs THIN WHITE ankle socks (Other similar brands are OK, please no bulky athletic socks) Shoes: WHITE leather full sole ballet slippers with a single elastic. Music (Level 4 only) 1 binder with loose leaf paper and a pencil are required for all music classes Locker Room: All students must have a lock to secure their belongings in a locker during class. Level 5-6 Boys Leotard: Tights: Shoes: Character: Strengthening: Contemporary: Music: Locker Room: Wear Moi: Ivan WHITE v-neck leo with built-in dance-belt Wear Moi: Solo footed GRAY tights Wear Moi: WM406, GRAY LEATHER ballet slippers Uniform leotard BLACK sweat pants that gather at the ankle BLACK lace-up jazz shoes with BLACK socks Class uniform Students may wear t-shirts/tank tops, sweat pants, or shorts over their uniform. 1 binder with loose leaf paper and a pencil are required for all music classes All students must have a lock to secure their belongings in a locker during class. 16

18 BOYS/MENS UNIFORM 7, 8, Trainee Men Continued Level 7 8 Men Leotard: Tights: Shoes: Music: Contemporary: Conditioning: Swimming: Character: Locker Room: Wear Moi: Ivan WHITE v-neck leo with built-in dance-belt Wear Moi: Solo footed GRAY tights Wear Moi: WM406, GRAY LEATHER or Canvas ballet slipper (Leather is preferred) White canvas shoes of choice may be painted gray if needed. 1 binder with loose leaf paper and a pencil are required for all music classes Students may wear dance clothing of their choice if it does not restrict movement. Bath towel and running shoes are required. Students may wear work-out clothing of their choice. A swim suit and towel are required for swimming Uniform leotard BLACK sweat pants that gather at the ankle BLACK lace-up jazz shoes with BLACK socks All students must have a lock to secure their belongings in a locker during class. Trainee Men Leotard: Tights: Shoes: Conditioning: Locker Room: Wear Moi: Condor BLACK leotard (zipper) with built-in dance-belt BLACK footless tights (no specified brand) FLESH colored ballet slippers, brand of choice Bath towel and running shoes are required. Students may wear work-out clothing of their choice. All men must have a lock to secure their belongings in a locker during class. Additional uniform items may be assigned to Trainee Men during the school year. Uniform Retail Information SF DANCEWEAR SF Dancewear has all of the boys and girls uniform items in stock at their San Francisco store. Items can be purchased in-store, online, or by phone: IN-STORE 659 Mission St San Francisco, CA Mon-Sat 10:00am - 6:00pm Sun 12:00pm 4:00pm Notify the store clerk at check-out that you are a SFBS student for the SFB discount. ONLINE SFBS Promo code: SFB PHONE Mon-Sat 10:00am-5:00pm Sun 12:00pm- 3:00pm Notify the store clerk that you are a SFBS student for the SFB discount. If you are unsure of your size, you are encouraged to visit the store. Place your order early to assure you will have you uniform before the start of classes. 17

19 SAN FRANCISCO BALLET SCHOOL School Calendar September 11, 2017-June 2, 2018 Subject to change Friday, July 15, 2017: Online registration form with $200 registration fee is due. All students must be registered by this date to ensure their place in the program. Once enrollment is finalized, families will receive their enrollment packets. Friday, August 18, 2017: All enrollment forms and 1 st tuition payment is due. NOTE: Students will not be permitted to take class unless enrollment forms and fee payments are complete. Monday, September 11, 2017 Classes begin Student Orientations will take place in class during their first week. Parent Orientation dates and times will be distributed in August. Saturday-Monday, October 7-9: Columbus/ Indigenous People s Day Weekend, No School classes November 2017 Class observations for parents will take place in November before Thanksgiving. The observation schedule will be distributed after the school year begins. Wednesday-Sunday, November 22-26: Thanksgiving Break, No School classes NOTE: Students involved in Nutcracker will likely have mandatory rehearsals on Saturday and Sunday. Friday, December 22 Sunday, January 7: Winter Break, No School classes NOTE: Students involved in Nutcracker are obligated through December 30. Monday, January 8, 2017: Classes resume Monday, January 15: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, No School classes Saturday- Monday, February 17-19: Presidents Day Weekend, No School classes NOTE: Students in Levels 7, 8, and Trainees may have Company rehearsals during this time. Friday-Sunday, March 30-April 1: Spring Holiday, No School NOTE: Students in Levels 7, 8, and Trainees may have Company rehearsals during this time. 18

20 May 10, 12, and 19: Student Showcase Mandatory Rehearsals at SFBS, specific times TBD Monday and Tuesday, May 21 and 22: 2018 Student Showcase Mandatory Rehearsals at YBCA, specific times TBD Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, May 23-25: 2018 Student Showcase Rehearsals and Performances; specific times TBD Saturday-Monday, May 26-28: Memorial Day, No School classes May 29-June 2: The final week of classes follows Student Showcase and Memorial Day. The last day of classes is on Saturday, June 2, Student Showcase Students in levels 2-8 participating in the 2018 Student Showcase may be required to attend additional classes and rehearsals in the month leading up to the Showcase performances. A detailed rehearsal and performance schedule will be ed to participants by late April, Students who are not participating in Showcase can expect a modified class schedule. Level 1 students do not participate in Student Showcase. The date for the Level 1 presentation for families will be announced in the spring Summer Session 2018 Summer Session programming and dates will be announced in November Students enrolled in the school year are invited to participate and do not have to audition. 19