Homeschool Drama

Since 1992, Studio East has trained the children of our community in the art and craft of theater and introduced thousands of families to the joy and magic of live performance. Our Homeschool Drama program is now in its fifth year of providing high-quality, affordable classes, with outstanding and dedicated teachers, where the focus is on the whole child.

Studio East Drama classes give your child the opportunity to explore his/her creativity, develop friendships, and build skills in the performing arts.

Our current class schedule is listed below. No new enrollment is taken after the second session of class.

2010-11 Class Schedule available April 1
email the Education Director for more details

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Studio East Homeschool Drama Policies 2009-2010

Registration and Payment

• Registrations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis.  We will carry wait-lists for all classes that surpass maximum enrollment. 
• Students must be within the prescribed age range for class on September 1st, 2009.  Exceptions made only by special permission of the Education Director.
• A non-refundable deposit of $25 per student per class is due at the time of registration.  Payment options include Visa, MasterCard, check and cash. 
• At the time of registration a valid credit/debit card number or post-dated check is required for the balance of tuition, which will be processed on the established payment dates.  If registering for multiple classes and paying by check, a separate check is required for each class.
• An email reminder will be sent one week in advance of payment due dates.
• In addition to our scholarship fund, we are happy to work with families who need to make alternative payment arrangements.  Please contact Ann Guilland in advance of the payment due date to discuss a multi-payment agreement.

Withdrawal and Refund Policy

• Cancellations before the first day of class will receive a full refund less the $25 deposit.
• Withdrawal after the first or second class will receive a partial refund, pro-rated by number of classes attended, less the $25 deposit. 
• After the third class there are no refunds, but 50% of the total class tuition will be held as a credit that must be used by the end of the coming summer. 
• After the fourth class there are no refunds or credits.
• Studio East reserves the right to adjust classes and Instructors or to cancel classes based upon enrollment.  Full refunds will be given for cancelled classes.

Tuition Deadlines

• Full tuition for Fall Classes is due Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009. 
• Full tuition for Winter Classes is due Friday, December 11th, 2009. 
• Spring Mini-Classes will be offered from April 26 – May 28, 2010, and full payment will be due at the time of registration. 

Scholarships
We understand that not all families can afford full tuition for our programs.  Studio East has a Scholarship Fund which allows us to give partial scholarships to a limited number of deserving students.  If your family needs financial assistance to participate in our classes, please submit your completed Scholarship Form to the front office as soon as possible.

Work Study Opportunities
Students age 12 and older may be able to earn Tuition Trade for this and other Studio East programs by assisting classes and camps.  Talk to Laura Shepherd, Education Director, for more information. 

Drop Off and Pick Up

• Students age 8 and younger must be signed in and out at the beginning and end of class by a parent or guardian.  Please ensure you have enough time to walk your student to and from his/her classroom each day.
• We hope that all of our students will be in class promptly each day.  Please let us know if you will need to pick up your student before class ends. 
• Students may not be left unattended outside of class times.  Arriving up to 15 minutes early is encouraged, but all students must have adult supervision until the official start time of class.  Students must be picked up promptly at the end of class.  
• If you give your student permission to leave Studio East on his/her own, please provide a signed note to this effect with your student’s Emergency Form.  The Kirkland Library (closed for renovation until January 2010), Kirkland Teen Center and Parkplace Shopping Center are not a far walk from our building.

Emergency Forms
Students cannot participate without returning a fully completed and signed Emergency Form to the Studio on or before the first day of class. 

Special Needs
Studio East Instructors are usually able to create ways for children with mild to moderate disabilities to succeed.  Please write down any and all medications, disabilities and any physical, emotional or behavioral challenges your child may have on your student’s Emergency Form, and discuss them with the Education Director and/or with your child’s Instructor prior to the first day of class.  This information will make our class instruction more effective and your child’s experience more rewarding.  All staff and Instructors follow the Studio’s Confidentiality Policy, so your privacy will be protected.

Absence and Illness

• Instructors do appreciate notice if your student must miss class for any reason.  Please alert the Studio if your student will be absent by calling (425) 827-3123.  
• If your child is ill, contagious and/or running a fever, please DO NOT bring him/her to class. 
• Studio East staff and Instructors cannot dispense medication to your child. 
• If your child has a condition which necessitates carrying and/or self-administering medication during class time, please share all pertinent information with the Education Director prior to the first day of class.

 

Class Observation
Parents are not required to stay on site during Studio East classes.  Parents are allowed to observe and may be asked to assist in class from time to time in certain classes.  However, we have found that students often participate more freely in class activities without parent observation, and so Instructors may ask you to wait in the lobby if you prefer to stay on site during classes.  If you feel strongly about observing the class process, please talk with the Instructor about the best way to accommodate you without negatively impacting the students.  Please do not bring other children with you if you are observing class.

Communication
Most communication will occur via email.  Please check your email regularly for class announcements.  Studio East encourages open communication between Instructors and families.  Please feel free to reach the Instructor by leaving a message with Studio East at (425) 827-3123, or by emailing our Education Director, Laura Shepherd, at LauraShepherd@studio-east.org.  

Code of Conduct
We at Studio East value each and every individual.  In order to create an environment where each student has the freedom to grow, both as a performer and as an individual, Studio East does not tolerate the following:

• Fighting with another student, faculty, volunteer or parent
• Destruction or theft of Studio East property or materials
• Disrespect towards oneself or others
• Use of inappropriate language and/or innuendo
• Racial or sexual harassment (including inappropriate physical contact)

Student Responsibilities and Expectations
(Parents are expected to read and enforce these policies with their children)

• Plan Ahead:  Arrive on time with required materials and completed work.
• Behave Respectfully:  Treat teachers, parents, other students, and staff with respect at all times.  Respect the space you are in and keep it clean.
• Challenge Yourself:  Strive to do your best work at every class, take initiative to stay ahead of deadlines, and give 100% energy and focus to class activities.