POLICIES
Attendance
If a student is unable to attend class for any reason, please call or email the studio office before the scheduled class time
Missed classes may be made up during the same quarter as the missed class
Students must inform the office when a class is made up
Students should make up classes in the same style and level as the missed class
If an alternate class is not available, please speak with the office manager to confirm which classes are available for make-up
Refunds are not given for missed classes except in cases of serious/long-term illness or injury, with a Doctor’s note
After 3 consecutive missed classes in any quarter without notification to the office, a student will be removed from the class
Please notify the studio office if a student decides to no longer take class, as this opens the spot for another dancer
Students who miss the first two classes of the quarter without notifying the office will be withdrawn from the class
Students are automatically enrolled in the following quarter unless the office is notified of intent to discontinue classes
Closings & Holidays
In case of dangerous or inclement weather, the studio may cancel classes, depending on severity
Families will be notified by 2pm through email, social media, and Remind if classes are canceled
If a notification has not been sent by 2pm, assume classes will run normally
Call (937) 492-3767 or email sharonsschoolofdancesidneyoh@gmail.com for further information
The following breaks are observed for holidays and SDC production weeks:
Fall Break
(Thanksgiving)
November 27 – November 28
(Wednesday - Thursday)
Winter Break
(Christmas/New Year)
December 23 – January 2
(Monday - Thursday)
SDC Spring Show
March 3 - March 6
(Monday - Thursday)
Spring Break
(Easter)
April 17
(Thursday)
Class Levels
Level placement for all classes is determined by Instructors and the Director
Placement is based on many factors, including but not limited to age, maturity level, amount of previous training, and appropriate technique
Questions or concerns should be brought to the attention of the Director
Dress Code
Sharon's School of Dance follows a dress code for all classes
The dress code allows instructors to accurately assess students' body placement and alignment for proper technique and safety
Students are less distracted and less competitive with other students when they all wear the same attire
Proper dance clothing and shoes are important for students' safety and ability to execute dance steps and choreography
Hair for ballet, pre pointe, and pointe classes should be in a bun, if possible
Hair for all other classes should be in a braid or ponytail and always pulled back from the face
Warm-up clothing may only be worn for the first 3 barre exercises in ballet, and only during warm up for all other classes
No jewelry except small stud earrings may be worn in class
Dance attire and shoes may be purchased through our virtual store (but not required)
Watch Weeks
Parents and family members of students are invited to watch class(es) during the LAST week of each quarter
Parents and family members are encouraged to attend Watch Weeks to observe students' progress
Pictures and videos may be taken during Watch Week classes
Watch Week will NOT take place during the last week of 4th quarter due to Recital performances
Parents are not permitted to sit in the dance studio during regular classes as it is distracting to the students
Parents and family members may utilize the studio lounge and hallway seating during classes
Electronic Devices & Social Media
Cell phones are NOT allowed in the classroom
Phones must be turned off or silenced and must be left in bags in the dressing room or waiting areas
Pictures and videos may be taken ONLY with instructor's approval and during Watch Weeks
Choreography may not be copied, reproduced, or used in any way outside of the studio without the instructor's explicit consent
Social media posts that include the studio name, location, or reference to classes, performances, or any other services must be respectful and avoid use of inappropriate words, images, or context, subject to Studio Director's approval
Lost & Found
Sharon's School of Dance is not responsible for lost or stolen property
Students and visitors should take precautions and are advised not to bring valuables into the studio
A lost and found bin is located in the studio lounge and will be emptied of all unclaimed items at the end of each quarter
Injuries
Sharon's School of Dance is not responsible for injuries sustained during classes, rehearsals or performances
Students & parents must follow all health and safety requirements, including dress code, hair and shoe requirements and any other health precautions that may arise throughout the year
Serious or long-term injury will require a Doctor’s approval to return to class