ADMISSION POLICY . . .

Admission to the Ballet West Academy is determined by age or audition. Acceptance is based on the student’s physical capability, openness to instruction, and available space in class level.
Each student is evaluated and placed into a level at the discretion of the Academy Director, Campus Principals, and Faculty. All students, regardless of level, are taught by highly experienced faculty who strive to bring out the best in each of his or her students in each class. If you have any questions about placement or would like to schedule a placement class, please contact academy@balletwest.org.

TUITION & REGISTRATION . . .

Tuition may be paid in full at the time of registration or divided into 9 equal payments. A non-refundable deposit will be billed upon registering. As soon as the Ballet West team determines you are in the right class, we will charge the deposit. The non-refundable deposit is 50% of one monthly installment. The 2nd half of your first month's tuition will be billed on September 5, 2023.Subsequent tuition installments will be charged to the credit/debit card on file on 9/5/23, 10/5/23, 11/6/23, 12/5/23, 1/5/24, 2/5/24, 3/5/24, 4/5/24, 5/6/24. All accounts will be charged a $25 late fee after the 15th of the month. At two payments past due, the student will not be permitted to attend class until the account is made current.

A $45.00 registration fee will be charged upon registering. There are no performance or costume fees for the annual winter, spring, and Contemporary showcases.

WITHDRAWAL & DISMISSAL . . .

To withdraw a student prior to the end of the year, a Withdrawal Form https://forms.gle/q3WY3vmwS3RyJzF47 must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the student’s last day of class. Refunds or cancellation of recurring charges will be done at the discretion of Academy leadership. In all circumstances, a $25 administrative fee will be charged for withdrawals.
Any student found violating federal, state, or local law and/or Ballet West policies or codes of conduct may be reported to the proper authorities and dismissed from the program without a refund.
Ballet West Academy requires that guardians of any discharged students arrange for the student’s return home, if they are not local, within 48 hours of expulsion. Guardians bear full financial responsibility for the discharged student’s transportation. All tuition, enrollment, and housing fees paid and/or owed to Ballet West Academy on behalf of any dismissed student are forfeited.

EARLY DROP OFF/LATE PICKUP. . .

Students are expected to be dropped off or picked up within 15 minutes of their scheduled class time. Fees will be charged as listed below for students arriving early or departing late:
Early Drop Off/Late Pickup Fees
15-20 minutes – $15.00
21-30 minutes – $25.00
31+ minutes – $40 +

FINANCIAL AID . . .

Financial aid applications for the 2023-2024 school year will open on May 1, 2023 and must be submitted by August 1, 2023. Decisions will be emailed to the address on file by August 15, 2023. Applications must be registered for class(es) and have made the non-refundable tuition deposit for their application to be considered.
Financial aid applications must be submitted through School and Student Services by NAIS. Please apply at the link below, using Ballet West Academy’s code, 9010.
https://sssandtadsfa.force.com/familyportal/FamilyLoginUpdateAccount
Current tax information is required to complete the full application. There is a fee associated with this service which Ballet West is unable to waive. All applicants must successfully complete the application process, including submission of required supporting documentation before they can be considered for aid.

DRESS CODE . . .

Students are required to purchase and wear the Ballet West Academy uniform for each class and performance and adhere to hairstyle requirements. Uniform information can be found under each class description and may be purchased at each campus or from the Ballet West Boutique website at https://balletwest.square.site/.
As well as under the Information tab on our website. Please be sure to select items for your respective campus Jewelry and hair decorations are not allowed to be worn in class. Small earring studs are acceptable.
We encourage that students wear clothing that covers their dance attire and street shoes upon arrival and departure from the studio.

FACILITIES . . .

Students should show respect for the Ballet West studios and property. Food, gum, and glass bottles are not permitted in the studios (a plastic or metal water bottle with a leak-proof lid is encouraged).
We make every effort to ensure the safety of our students. Due to the timing of classes, we ask that guardians of students 14 years and below come into the building to pick up their students. We ask guardians of students under 14 years old who are comfortable with their students leaving alone send a permission email to academy@balletwest.org. Students 15 years of age and above are permitted to leave when their guardian or carpool arrives, but are required to wait inside the building and leave the building in groups of two or more.
Door codes for the Jessie Eccles Quinney Ballet Centre should remain confidential. This code is updated regularly. Doors should not be held open for any unknown individuals; each individual should enter their own code to gain access to the building.
Any security concern should be reported directly to the Academy Office or a member of the Academy Staff.

CODE OF CONDUCT . . .

Ballet West Academy requires all students, parents, and guardians to abide by the following Code of Conduct. Any violation of these rules may be grounds for dismissal from the program.
• Students are expected to attend all regularly scheduled classes, rehearsals, and performances. Illness or injuries must be communicated to Ballet West Academy as soon as possible. Repeated excused or unexcused absences may be grounds for dismissal or recasting.
• Ballet West Academy will not tolerate tobacco, drugs, alcohol, or the consumption or distribution of these substances at any time while attending Ballet West Academy.
• No parent/guardian or student will harass, demean, tease, abuse, assault, or gossip about another person.
• No student shall tamper with or take the personal property of others.
• Inappropriate or disrespectful behavior or language will not be tolerated. Each student is a representative of Ballet West Academy and must present himself or herself in the best manner possible both inside and outside the studio.
•Students are required to follow the Ballet West Academy dress code and guidance for clothing outside of the studio.
• For security reasons, students are required to remain inside the building when waiting for pickup.
• Parents/guardians and students should respect the expertise and decisions of the Ballet West Academy faculty.
• Utah code title 76 strictly prohibits photographing and filming in the locker rooms, changing rooms, or bathrooms.

ABSENCES AND MAKE-UP CLASSES . . .

All absences should be emailed to their respective campus email address
• Ballet Centre (Downtown SLC Upper School): academy@balletwest.org
• Trolley Corners (Downtown SLC Lower and Middle School): trolleycorners@balletwest.org
• Thanksgiving Point (Lehi): thanksgivingpoint@balletwest.org
• Park City: parkcityacademy@balletwest.org
Please have the subject line read "Last Name, First Name, Absence. and date of absence" and place the reason for absence in the body. Ballet West Academy offers no refunds for students who are unable to attend class. Makeup classes may be arranged for excused absences in the level below the student’s current level.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS . . .

All students who have any health problems or injuries are asked to notify the office and their instructors; all information will be kept confidential. The Ballet West Academy promotes good nutrition and fitness for all our students, and any student who needs help in this area may consult with their Campus Principal or the Academy Director.
Following acceptance to the Academy, students who have trouble meeting the physical conditioning standards necessary for ballet may be provided with referrals to health care specialists where counseling may help the student to reach his or her goals in achieving and maintaining optimum physical conditioning.
If a student is injured and unable to participate in class, rehearsals or performances, the student will be required to observe class. The Academy must receive written notification of the student’s medical diagnosis and a medical release must be obtained from the attending physician before the student may resume class.

ADVANCEMENT . . .

Advancement within the Academy is based on the following criteria:
Attendance: Regular attendence is expected. Students or a parent/guardian must report all absences to the Academy office prior to class time. Students with excessive excused or unexcused absences may jeopardize their placement, scholarship eligibility, and position in the program.
Skill Development: Technical skill development is evaluated in relation to the student's class level. Student's technical skills include: proper alignment and placement, use of turn-out, physical strength, coordination, classical line, musicality, cleanliness, and clarity of movements and positions, movement quality, and performing skills (in class, rehearsals, and during performances).
Attitude: Students should come to class with a positive attitude, develop a good working relationship with instructors and other students, and show a willingness to receive corrections and comments from their instructors. Students are expected to display social development and maturity appropriate to their level placement.
Promotions: Students are promoted on an individual basis. It is normal for students to be placed in the same level for two or more years. Students will be promoted to a higher level as determined by and at the sole discretion of the Academy Director and the faculty.

CONFERENCES . . .

Faculty will notify parents of any major progress issues throughout the year. A conference may take place at any time throughout the year in order to update parents/guardians on their student’s progress. All faculty members involved with teaching the student will have input into each student’s evaluations and conference. During the conference, teachers will discuss the student’s progress within his or her individual curriculum.
Students or parents/guardians may contact the Academy Administrator to schedule a conference with the Academy Director and/or faculty. BWA does not permit unscheduled conferences with the faculty; please do not approach faculty between classes.

PARENT OBSERVATION . . .

We encourage attendance during scheduled Parent Observation dates. This is a unique opportunity for parents or guardians to view their student in their learning environment. Please plan to stay for the entire class, be attentive (no talking or texting), and make arrangements for younger siblings outside of the studio. Food and drink are not permitted in the studio. To protect the privacy of all of our students, taking photographs and video recording are not permitted in the studio.

HARASSMENT AND BULLYING POLICY . . .

It is important that all members of the Ballet West Academy community (faculty, staff, students, and families) recognize that behavior, either verbal or physical, which disregards or demeans the self esteem of others is unacceptable. Any individuals engaging in such behaviors will be subject to disciplinary action, which may include suspension, expulsion, or dismissal without advance notice. Other examples of misconduct include: cyber bullying; theft; smoking on the premises; physical or verbal aggression; or possession, distribution, or use of illegal drugs in any Ballet West Academy facility. Ballet West Academy is enriched by the diversity of its members. It recognizes and respects individual differences in culture, race, ethnic origin, religion, gender, and sexual orientation, and provides a welcoming environment of respect and sensitivity. We rely on all of our staff, faculty, students, and families to work proactively to build and maintain this environment. To report a concern please submit a report in writing, speak to Academy Leadership or Human Resources Director.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY . . .

Ballet West Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students of the Ballet West Academy. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, or national and ethnic origin in administration of its admission policies, educational policies, and other programs.