Canton Ballet School Handbook 2007-2008

The table of contents is shown below for reference. The full handbook may be viewed or downloaded using the link in the right column.

I. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 – 3

II. MISSION GOALS & OBJECTIVES 4-5
Mission Statement
Goals of School of Canton Ballet
Canton Ballet’s Ballet Technique
Pointe Shoe Policy

III. GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATION 6 - 7
Board of Trustees

IV. FACULTY, ARTISTIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF 8-10
Artistic Staff
Faculty
Guest Master Teacher
Musicians
Production Staff
Administration

V. WHO’S IN CHARGE? - A Guide for Parents 11

VI. WHOM DO YOU CALL? – A quick reference for Parents 12

VII. DIVISIONS OF THE SCHOOL 13-21
Chart
Explanations, Definitions, Information
Early Childhood through Elementary
Intermediate
Advanced Placement, Company, Teen/ Adult
Pointe Work
Guidelines for Advancement
Regional Dance America / Festival

VIII. ROUTINES AND PROCEDURES 22-23
Attendance
Arrival
Tardiness
Weather Policy
Makeup Classes
Security
Parking
Picking up Your Dancer

IX. HEALTH 23
Injury Procedure
Infectious Diseases
Medical Absences

X. CLASSROOM AND BEHAVIORAL MATTERS 24-27
Progress Reports
Home / School Communications
Conferences
Problems
Discipline
Teaching Method
Corrections
Ballet Etiquette
Class Observation
Waiting Areas During Class Time
Visitors
Exams
Citizenship
Code of Ethics
Statement Against Discrimination
Statement Against Sexual Harrassment

XI. INFORMATION / REGISTRATION 28-32
Calendar
Registration
Classroom Attire
Hair
Valuables
Class Assignments
Nutcracker
School Performance
Casting
Videos and Photographs of Performances
Electronic Devises
Email Notices
Lockers
Costume Dress-Up Week
Parent Participation Week
Bring a Friend to Class Week
Parties – Class and Private
Summer School
Dance Camp
Intensive Workshops
Work Study Program

XII. SCHOOL PERFORMANCES 33-35
Nutcracker Participation
School Student Showcase Performance

XIII. COMMUNITY OUTREACH 36-37
Theatre Performances
In-School Lecture Demonstrations
In-School and After School Dance Classes
Joy of Movement
Backstage Tours
Educators’ Night at the Ballet

XIV. BUSINESS MATTERS 37-38
Paying Tuition
Billing
Returned Checks
Discounts and Savings
Financial Assistance
Boy’s Scholarships
Late Fees
Refunds / Tuition Credits
Withdrawal

XV. TUITION & FEES 39

XVI. DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS 39-41
Membership
Performance Patrons
Corporate Sponsorships
Nutcracker Ball
Endowments

XVII. CANTON BALLET BARRE ASSOCIATION 42-43