POLICIES & GUIDELINES- outdoor, online and in person classes

 MUSICAL MUNCHKINS, CLASS POLICIES AND GUIDELINES

GENERAL POLICIES FOR ALL CLASSES

CLASS CANCELLATIONS -  Classes may be canceled due to teacher illness or inclement weather.  For closings or delays due to inclement weather the day of class or the evening before, please log onto our website: musicalmunchkins.net or go to our Facebook page after 8:00 a.m. 

 OUTDOOR CLASSES- If it is a rainy day we will hold class on our zoom platform for the same time and place. You will receive a zoom link the morning of our class time.

INDOOR CLASSES- If schools in your location are closed we usually will be as well, however,  if schools in your location are delayed, we might be delayed or cancel, so please check our website.  We will make every effort to reschedule lost classes at the end of the session. Please check the calendar schedule for the updated calendar.

We will also send you an email 

REGISTRATION – Thankyou for registering in our classes. Payment in full is required before class session starts. We are looking forward to making music with you and your child.  

TUITION REFUNDS: Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis and classes tend to fill up quickly.  Please register early to get your first choice. tuition will only be refunded prior to the first week of classes. (credit towards future semesters may be issued in exceptional circumstances. A $30.00 service fee will be charged for returned checks

 CONFIRMATION -   Once your registration is complete you will receive an email from mainstreetsites.com that confirms your class day, time and location and further guidelines for either outdoor, indoor, or online classes.  If for some reason the class has insufficient enrollment, a change in time or day or start date, you will be notified before the class starts. 

MAKE-UPS -  If you miss one of your weekly classes due to illness or any other reason you may make it up in one of our other locations.  Go to the make-up scheduler on our website to schedule a make-up.    You will find that on our front page under schedules.     Make-ups must be taken within the semester and may not be carried over to the following session. Please note we cannot guarantee makeups in all situations.

ILLNESS -If you or your child is sick or showing signs of sniffles, or flu like symptoms, we ask you to please refrain from attending classes in order to ensure the well-being of all of our families.  If your children or yourself have been exposed to a contagious ailment, please notify the office immediately so that we can inform the rest of the parents in the class.     We wash instruments and props, but, especially during the flu season, we encourage you to wash your hands before and after class or use antiseptic wipes.

INDOOR CLASSES - If you are enrolled in a class with your 1, 2 or 3-year-olds, you may bring a small baby to class for free. However, once the baby begins toddling and becomes an active member of the class , you would need to register your child at that time in class.  We offer family and friends classes, and we also on a case-by-case basis, allow siblings of different ages in toddlers swing and kids jamboree classes.I understand that with school closings and holidays, you may need to bring your older child on occasion.  This is permitted.  However, we ask that you enroll them in the class if they will be coming every week.

PRO-RATE -  If you are joining late, we will be happy to pro-rate your tuition after the 2nd  class as long as there is room, otherwise You can make up classes that have been missed in any of our locations. Late enrollment fee: and additional $5.00 will be added to your prorated tuition.

HOLD HARMLESS- All registrants understand that Musical Munchkins and affiliates, including the location center in which classes are held, are not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged property, or personal injuries or illness. I release Musical Munchkins or any affiliate of the Center from any and all liability past, present, or future as the laws pertaining in this matter may allow.

RELEASE OF PHOTOS TAKEN IN CLASS: I hereby grant permission to Musical Munchkins, LLC to use my photographs taken in class on its Website, Facebook page or in Musical Munchkins LLC   publication (s) without further consideration. At no time will the names of children be used.  I will make no monetary or another claim against Musical Munchkins, LLC for the use of the photograph(s)/video. I also acknowledge Musical Munchkins may choose not to use my photo at this time but may do so at its own discretion at a later date. If you do not wish any photos to be taken of your child, please indicate on the registration form in the comment section.  Thank you. 

GUIDELINES FOR CLASSES WITHOUT PARENT

• Please take off your shoes when a child is entering the classroom
• no drinks or food are permitted in the classroom area
• Please have a child leave any favorite stuffed animals or toys with you before entering the classroom. thx
• I will have a parent helper in our class to help with the bathroom and any other issues that might come up
• Inform your children that you will now be in the big kids class, so they are aware you will be not attending with them. If your child is experiencing separation anxiety and has difficulty with this- please note you can stay in the back of the class until he or she feels comfortable. 
• Parents of three-year-olds are asked to stay in the lobby for the duration of the class.
• I will ask, especially in the first weeks that parents join us for our last musical activity about 5 minutes before class ends and we will call you into the classroom.

GUIDELINES FOR PARENT   CLASSES

• PARENT PARTICIPATION: We ask that all adults fully participate with their children in classes. You will be singing, dancing and moving with your child.  Children learn best from role models, and you are your child’s best teacher. We also ask that you refrain from chatting with other adults during the class, so you can put your full attention on your child.  This is a very special way of spending true quality time with your child, and you don’t want to miss any of it.  We will give you ample time to visit before and after classes.  Thank you for your cooperation.                                                                                                                                                                      INDOOR CLASSES-
• CLOTHING AND SHOES: NO OUTSIDE SHOES PERMITTED in carpeted rooms or dance studios, bare feet, socks or dance slippers only. Please do not have your children wear boots or thongs in classes.  These can hamper movement and can be dangerous when running.   Comfortable clothing is the best.
• FOOD, DRINKS & SNACKS: Please do not give your child food, gum or drinks in class.  No eating or drinking is permitted in the classroom, except in the baby classes.
• THE CRYING OR OVER EXCITED CHILD: If your child becomes overly upset in class (crying or throwing a tantrum), you may need to take your child outside the classroom until they calm down, then come back to continue.  It may take several weeks before children at this age feel totally comfortable in a group setting and understand the parameters set in the classroom. Don’t worry; children have their own time tables.  Our experienced teachers will help you along with this learning process. Please feel free to talk to your teacher if you have any concerns or questions.
• TOYS: Please do not bring Toys to class.  They interfere with your child’s clapping, patting and otherwise expressing the beat.  They can also distract other children in a class. This also goes for any older siblings attending class.
• CELL PHONES: Please be sure to turn off your cell phones or set them to vibrate.  If you need to take a call we ask that you step outside the classroom.  Thank you for your cooperation.
• DIAPER CHANGES: Please use designated changing areas only, if available. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please take soiled Diapers with you, or place in an outside dumpster.

My goal is nothing less that a wonderful experience for all.  If you have any concerns or questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thanks for your cooperation.
Andrea Soberman (“Miss Andrea)

Thank you for reading our policies and guidelines.  When you go to the registration page you must sign that you have read and agree to the policies and guidelines set forth by Musical Munchkins, LLC. 
If you have any questions regarding such policies please feel free to TEXT ME  at 802-3987900 or EMAIL- [email protected] Thank you.