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Tuesday, December 4, 2012
December newsletter 2012
December 2012
Its December! We are nearly half way through our year already! So proud of all the dancers and how hard they are working. Please make sure they are practicing with their cd’s at home. It really truly helps. If you need a new cd, they can be purchased for $2.
Tuition: Remember that tuition is due the first class of the month. I really hate charging late fees, so get your payment in on time. Please talk to me if you have a financial situation arise. I am more than willing to break payments down. Late fees of $10 per week are assessed after the 10th of the month. Please bring cash or make checks payable to Diva’s Dance Studio or Andrea Olsen.
Statements: Printed statements were sent home last week. If you were absent, they will receive them this week. Highlighted items are payments that are due. If you have questions, please let me know.
Christmas break: We will be having Christmas break from December 20th – January 5th. (See calendar) Classes will resume Monday, January 7th.
Potty breaks: Potty breaks during class are becoming distracting, especially in our Mini’s and Express pre-show classes! Potty breaks seem to be contagious! When one needs to go, they ALL need to go… Please make sure your dancer uses the restroom before she puts her dance clothes on. Or bring her a few minutes early and have her use the restroom here. I understand there are “potty emergencies”, but as mention, it seems to be contagious. And each time a dancer needs to go, it sets up back by about 5 minutes. Imagine 5 girls in one class need to go potty; that will set the class back 25 minutes. I remind the dancers to use the potty before they put their dance clothes on. I also remind the dancers that arrive early to use the restroom before class starts. Your help with this is greatly appreciated! I will not tell a dancer “no” if she needs to go, but would really like to limit our potty breaks to keep class moving smoothly. Thanks for your cooperation and understanding.
New technique teacher: We have a new technique teacher. Claudia, our previous teacher, was asked to join the BYU Dance touring company! She will truly be missed! But she has referred a friend of hers who danced with her on the non-touring team. Her name is Allie Olsen. We are so excited to have her, and know she will be a great addition and replacement. Welcome Allie!
Costumes and accessories: All costume money not paid in full will now begin accruing interest of 10% of the balance due per week. If you would like to work out a payment plan, please speak with me and we will work something out. Also, I sent home a few weeks ago the costume accessory lists. If you need another one, please let me know and I can get you another one. These items are required for competition, but they also make great gifts for your dancers! You do not have to order them from the website on the paper, but if you do it ensures that you receive the correct items. If you have questions, please let me know. ALL dancers have been measured for costumes and they are in the process of being ordered. I have also included a discount code for Discount Dance Supply. Follow the directions on the coupon for ordering instructions.
Calendar: A December calendar is attached to this letter. It will also be posted on the website and hung in the studio. If you ever lose your newsletter or calendar, check the studio board, or the website: www.divasdancestudio.com.
POD: Our next parent observation day will be December 10th – 14th. I encourage parents to bring any recording device to record your dancers doing their dance(s) so they can practice over the holiday break. Having 2 weeks off, they may forget if they don’t practice. Cell phones with a video recorder, Ipads or tablets, cameras or video cameras will all work!
Solos, duets, trios: This is a great way to get more competition and performing opportunities. If you would like more information about solos, duets or trios, please call or email me and I can discuss with you what is expected and what the cost is. If you are interested, all music, costumes, and choreography must be approved by me. I must know ASAP if you are interested so we can get music cut and costumes ordered. If I do not hear by December 8th, there will not be enough time left to get your music cut and the dance started.
Competition dates: We are finalizing dates for competitions. We should have dates by the first of January, if not sooner. Dates will be emailed, and will appear in the January newsletter. Any competition fees will be included in the email/newsletter. (I need to know the date of prom at Lehi High, so I can schedule around it…)
Cold weather: As the weather is starting to turn cold, please make sure your dancer dresses warm to class. I will have them take layers off as we warm up, but I want to prevent injuries, and trying to dance with cold bodies is a recipe for disaster! Let’s all stay healthy this year and dress warm for class. While attendance is very important, please use good judgment when determining on whether to send a sick child to class or not. We don’t want to spread too much around!
Studio gear: We have warm-ups ($65 for the set), t-shirts (starting at $10) for adults and dancers, duffle bags ($40), hanging costume bags ($35), and small back sacks ($4 for pink, $8 for red)! Most items on hand! If you want to have your dancers name put on an item, it’s only an additional $5 per name. These items make GREAT Christmas or birthday gifts! Any items you want embroidered for Christmas must be ordered by December 7th. Come check the items out in person! I will be sizing ALL dancers that do not currently have warm-ups, in case you want to get them any item for Christmas. If it is a gift, please specify so I know to not hand them the item when they are done.
Hip hop pre-show: It’s time to register for our hip hop classes! These are pre-show competition classes. There is an increase in tuition and extra costume and competition fees associated with these classes. In these classes they will be taught hip hop technique as well as 1 hip hop routine that they will perform at competitions as well as the recital. We do not have the price of the costumes yet. We did a census last year and many people like the idea of combining the boys and the girls together for these classes, so that is what we did! Our boys and girls hip hop classes will be together this year! We think that will be an awesome opportunity to have the classes together. Classes will be as follows: Sr. CREW (ages 12 – 18 yrs, open to boys AND girls): Saturdays 11 am – noon; Jr. CREW (ages 6 – 11 yrs, open to boys AND girls): Saturdays Noon – 1 pm. These classes will be taught by Allie Olsen, our new technique teacher. Registration for these classes is open, and there is a maximum number open for these classes, 12 dancers per class. If you would like to register, please call, email or talk with me to register your dancer. If you have any questions concerning hip hop, please don’t hesitate to ask. Classes will start January 12th and will run until the end of May.
Its December! We are nearly half way through our year already! So proud of all the dancers and how hard they are working. Please make sure they are practicing with their cd’s at home. It really truly helps. If you need a new cd, they can be purchased for $2.
Tuition: Remember that tuition is due the first class of the month. I really hate charging late fees, so get your payment in on time. Please talk to me if you have a financial situation arise. I am more than willing to break payments down. Late fees of $10 per week are assessed after the 10th of the month. Please bring cash or make checks payable to Diva’s Dance Studio or Andrea Olsen.
Statements: Printed statements were sent home last week. If you were absent, they will receive them this week. Highlighted items are payments that are due. If you have questions, please let me know.
Christmas break: We will be having Christmas break from December 20th – January 5th. (See calendar) Classes will resume Monday, January 7th.
Potty breaks: Potty breaks during class are becoming distracting, especially in our Mini’s and Express pre-show classes! Potty breaks seem to be contagious! When one needs to go, they ALL need to go… Please make sure your dancer uses the restroom before she puts her dance clothes on. Or bring her a few minutes early and have her use the restroom here. I understand there are “potty emergencies”, but as mention, it seems to be contagious. And each time a dancer needs to go, it sets up back by about 5 minutes. Imagine 5 girls in one class need to go potty; that will set the class back 25 minutes. I remind the dancers to use the potty before they put their dance clothes on. I also remind the dancers that arrive early to use the restroom before class starts. Your help with this is greatly appreciated! I will not tell a dancer “no” if she needs to go, but would really like to limit our potty breaks to keep class moving smoothly. Thanks for your cooperation and understanding.
New technique teacher: We have a new technique teacher. Claudia, our previous teacher, was asked to join the BYU Dance touring company! She will truly be missed! But she has referred a friend of hers who danced with her on the non-touring team. Her name is Allie Olsen. We are so excited to have her, and know she will be a great addition and replacement. Welcome Allie!
Costumes and accessories: All costume money not paid in full will now begin accruing interest of 10% of the balance due per week. If you would like to work out a payment plan, please speak with me and we will work something out. Also, I sent home a few weeks ago the costume accessory lists. If you need another one, please let me know and I can get you another one. These items are required for competition, but they also make great gifts for your dancers! You do not have to order them from the website on the paper, but if you do it ensures that you receive the correct items. If you have questions, please let me know. ALL dancers have been measured for costumes and they are in the process of being ordered. I have also included a discount code for Discount Dance Supply. Follow the directions on the coupon for ordering instructions.
Calendar: A December calendar is attached to this letter. It will also be posted on the website and hung in the studio. If you ever lose your newsletter or calendar, check the studio board, or the website: www.divasdancestudio.com.
POD: Our next parent observation day will be December 10th – 14th. I encourage parents to bring any recording device to record your dancers doing their dance(s) so they can practice over the holiday break. Having 2 weeks off, they may forget if they don’t practice. Cell phones with a video recorder, Ipads or tablets, cameras or video cameras will all work!
Solos, duets, trios: This is a great way to get more competition and performing opportunities. If you would like more information about solos, duets or trios, please call or email me and I can discuss with you what is expected and what the cost is. If you are interested, all music, costumes, and choreography must be approved by me. I must know ASAP if you are interested so we can get music cut and costumes ordered. If I do not hear by December 8th, there will not be enough time left to get your music cut and the dance started.
Competition dates: We are finalizing dates for competitions. We should have dates by the first of January, if not sooner. Dates will be emailed, and will appear in the January newsletter. Any competition fees will be included in the email/newsletter. (I need to know the date of prom at Lehi High, so I can schedule around it…)
Cold weather: As the weather is starting to turn cold, please make sure your dancer dresses warm to class. I will have them take layers off as we warm up, but I want to prevent injuries, and trying to dance with cold bodies is a recipe for disaster! Let’s all stay healthy this year and dress warm for class. While attendance is very important, please use good judgment when determining on whether to send a sick child to class or not. We don’t want to spread too much around!
Studio gear: We have warm-ups ($65 for the set), t-shirts (starting at $10) for adults and dancers, duffle bags ($40), hanging costume bags ($35), and small back sacks ($4 for pink, $8 for red)! Most items on hand! If you want to have your dancers name put on an item, it’s only an additional $5 per name. These items make GREAT Christmas or birthday gifts! Any items you want embroidered for Christmas must be ordered by December 7th. Come check the items out in person! I will be sizing ALL dancers that do not currently have warm-ups, in case you want to get them any item for Christmas. If it is a gift, please specify so I know to not hand them the item when they are done.
Hip hop pre-show: It’s time to register for our hip hop classes! These are pre-show competition classes. There is an increase in tuition and extra costume and competition fees associated with these classes. In these classes they will be taught hip hop technique as well as 1 hip hop routine that they will perform at competitions as well as the recital. We do not have the price of the costumes yet. We did a census last year and many people like the idea of combining the boys and the girls together for these classes, so that is what we did! Our boys and girls hip hop classes will be together this year! We think that will be an awesome opportunity to have the classes together. Classes will be as follows: Sr. CREW (ages 12 – 18 yrs, open to boys AND girls): Saturdays 11 am – noon; Jr. CREW (ages 6 – 11 yrs, open to boys AND girls): Saturdays Noon – 1 pm. These classes will be taught by Allie Olsen, our new technique teacher. Registration for these classes is open, and there is a maximum number open for these classes, 12 dancers per class. If you would like to register, please call, email or talk with me to register your dancer. If you have any questions concerning hip hop, please don’t hesitate to ask. Classes will start January 12th and will run until the end of May.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email me or
talk to me before or after your student’s class.
Emily Miller (pre-show instructor), Allie Olsen (technique instructor)
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
November newsletter 2012
November newsletter 2012:
We are progressing right along with our routines. CD’s were sent home last week for our pre-show classes. If you weren’t in class last week, your will be send home this week. If you need a replacement cd, they are $2. Please allow your dancer to practice. It really makes a difference in their progress.
Tuition: Remember that tuition is due the first class of the month. I really hate charging late fees, so get your payment in on time. Please talk to me if you have a financial situation arise. I am more than willing to break payments down. Late fees of $10 per week are assessed after the 10th of the month. Please bring cash or make checks payable to Diva’s Dance Studio or Andrea Olsen.
Registration forms: I am still missing several registration forms. Please return those to me asap! If you have lost yours, I will be more than happy to give you another. It is crucial to have information on hand. Also, if your information happens to change throughout the year, please let me know.
Thanksgiving break: There will be NO classes November 21st – 23rd for Thanksgiving Break.
Costumes: If you haven’t had a chance to check out our costumes, they are shown on the website: www.divasdancestudio.com under the blog tab, as well as on our Facebook page. ALL final costume payments are due by November 16th. This week I am sending home the accessories you will need for competitions. Purchasing items are easy to purchase! Purchase deadlines are on the sheet as well. You are welcome to start purchasing items now, but all items must be purchased by the deadline. How to order using the sheet: go to www.costumemanager.com and click on the “dancer” tab. It will ask for your class ID. That is the “CM-12-…..” number at the top of your sheet, click submit. The it will ask for and email and your dancers name. Enter it in and it will bring up the class name (ex: “small stars”, “minis preshow”). Click on the class and it will bring up the items. You will then select the sizes you need and finish your purchase. Its that easy!! If you have questions, please let me know. You do not have to order your items from this website, but it makes it easy for you and it will ensure that you purchase the correct items.
Fundraiser: If you participated in the fundraiser, all items have been delivered to the studio. All profits have been added to your account and the remaining balance is due. Emails have been sent showing profits and remaining balances. If you have a problem with your order, please contact Aubri Bale at 801-836-6986 or snabale@msn.com.
Calendar: A November calendar is on the back of this letter. It will also be posted on the website and hung in the studio. If you ever lose your newsletter or calendar, check the studio board, or the website: www.divasdancestudio.com.
If you have any questions, please let me know. Thanks!!
POD: Our next parent observation day will be December 10th – 14th.
Turbokick/PiYo: Our Turbokick and PiYo classes will end as of December 13th. Use your punches between now and then, as refunds will not be given.
Cold weather: As the weather is starting to turn cold, please make sure your dancer dresses warm to class. I will have them take layers off as we warm up, but I want to prevent injuries, and trying to dance with cold bodies is a recipe for disaster! Let’s all stay healthy this year and dress warm for class. While attendance is very important, please use good judgment when determining on whether to send a sick child to class or not. We don’t want to spread too much around!
Solos, duets, trios: This is a great way to get more competition and performing opportunities. If you would like more information about solos, duets or trios, please call or email me and I can discuss with you what is expected and what the cost is. If you are interested, all music, costumes, and choreography must be approved by me. I must know by November 30th if you are interested so we can get music cut and costumes ordered.
Studio gear: We have warm-ups ($65 for the set), t-shirts (starting at $10) for adults and dancers, duffle bags ($40), hanging costume bags ($35), and small back sacks ($4 for pink, $8 for red)! Most items on hand! If you want to have your dancers name put on an item, its only an additional $5. These items make GREAT Christmas or birthday gifts! Any items you want embroidered for Christmas must be ordered by December 7th. Come check the items out in person!
Andrea Olsen, 801-836-6167, divasdancestudio@gmail.com
Emily Miller (pre-show instructor), Claudia Olivia (technique instructor)
We are progressing right along with our routines. CD’s were sent home last week for our pre-show classes. If you weren’t in class last week, your will be send home this week. If you need a replacement cd, they are $2. Please allow your dancer to practice. It really makes a difference in their progress.
Tuition: Remember that tuition is due the first class of the month. I really hate charging late fees, so get your payment in on time. Please talk to me if you have a financial situation arise. I am more than willing to break payments down. Late fees of $10 per week are assessed after the 10th of the month. Please bring cash or make checks payable to Diva’s Dance Studio or Andrea Olsen.
Registration forms: I am still missing several registration forms. Please return those to me asap! If you have lost yours, I will be more than happy to give you another. It is crucial to have information on hand. Also, if your information happens to change throughout the year, please let me know.
Thanksgiving break: There will be NO classes November 21st – 23rd for Thanksgiving Break.
Costumes: If you haven’t had a chance to check out our costumes, they are shown on the website: www.divasdancestudio.com under the blog tab, as well as on our Facebook page. ALL final costume payments are due by November 16th. This week I am sending home the accessories you will need for competitions. Purchasing items are easy to purchase! Purchase deadlines are on the sheet as well. You are welcome to start purchasing items now, but all items must be purchased by the deadline. How to order using the sheet: go to www.costumemanager.com and click on the “dancer” tab. It will ask for your class ID. That is the “CM-12-…..” number at the top of your sheet, click submit. The it will ask for and email and your dancers name. Enter it in and it will bring up the class name (ex: “small stars”, “minis preshow”). Click on the class and it will bring up the items. You will then select the sizes you need and finish your purchase. Its that easy!! If you have questions, please let me know. You do not have to order your items from this website, but it makes it easy for you and it will ensure that you purchase the correct items.
Fundraiser: If you participated in the fundraiser, all items have been delivered to the studio. All profits have been added to your account and the remaining balance is due. Emails have been sent showing profits and remaining balances. If you have a problem with your order, please contact Aubri Bale at 801-836-6986 or snabale@msn.com.
Calendar: A November calendar is on the back of this letter. It will also be posted on the website and hung in the studio. If you ever lose your newsletter or calendar, check the studio board, or the website: www.divasdancestudio.com.
If you have any questions, please let me know. Thanks!!
POD: Our next parent observation day will be December 10th – 14th.
Turbokick/PiYo: Our Turbokick and PiYo classes will end as of December 13th. Use your punches between now and then, as refunds will not be given.
Cold weather: As the weather is starting to turn cold, please make sure your dancer dresses warm to class. I will have them take layers off as we warm up, but I want to prevent injuries, and trying to dance with cold bodies is a recipe for disaster! Let’s all stay healthy this year and dress warm for class. While attendance is very important, please use good judgment when determining on whether to send a sick child to class or not. We don’t want to spread too much around!
Solos, duets, trios: This is a great way to get more competition and performing opportunities. If you would like more information about solos, duets or trios, please call or email me and I can discuss with you what is expected and what the cost is. If you are interested, all music, costumes, and choreography must be approved by me. I must know by November 30th if you are interested so we can get music cut and costumes ordered.
Studio gear: We have warm-ups ($65 for the set), t-shirts (starting at $10) for adults and dancers, duffle bags ($40), hanging costume bags ($35), and small back sacks ($4 for pink, $8 for red)! Most items on hand! If you want to have your dancers name put on an item, its only an additional $5. These items make GREAT Christmas or birthday gifts! Any items you want embroidered for Christmas must be ordered by December 7th. Come check the items out in person!
Andrea Olsen, 801-836-6167, divasdancestudio@gmail.com
Emily Miller (pre-show instructor), Claudia Olivia (technique instructor)
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
October 2012 newsletter
October 2012:
We are now a month into classes! I can’t believe the improvement and hard work in just this past month. It is shaping up to be an AMAZING year. Pre-show will be starting their routines within the next few weeks, so make sure you are attending all classes. A few things:
Tuition: Remember that tuition is due the first class of the month. I really hate charging late fees, so get your payment in on time. Please talk to me if you have a financial situation arise. I am more than willing to break payments down. Late fees of $10 per week are assessed after the 10th of the month. Please bring cash or make checks payable to Diva’s Dance Studio or Andrea Olsen.
Registration forms: I am still missing several registration forms. Please return those to me asap! If you have lost yours, I will be more than happy to give you another. It is crucial to have information on hand. Also, if your information happens to change throughout the year, please let me know.
Fall break: There will be NO classes on October 11th – 15th for Fall Break.
Music: I will be sending CD’s home by the end of the month. You will not receive your CD until your registration fee, costume security fee for all dancers is paid, and tuition is current. I am sending home one per family. You are welcome to make copies or download it to your computer. If you lose your copy and need a new one, there is a replacement fee of $2 per CD. Having your dancer’s music is an important part of her growth and improvement. When they can practice at home, their retention and memory of the routines is so much greater than those who do not practice. Even if it doesn’t look like they remember, they associate different parts of the music with movements. Please allow your dancer to practice often. The older you are, the more you need to practice!
Costumes: We have finalized all costumes. They are shown on the website: www.divasdancestudio.com under the blog tab, as well as on our Facebook page. I have emailed the cost of the costumes. You are welcome to start making payments towards costumes, though. If you would like to pay extra, just either write in on the memo line, or write it on a note when turning in your tuition. The accessories you will need for each costume is listed under each costume. I will be sending home an instruction sheet with easy purchase instructions and deadlines. You are welcome to start purchasing items now, or wait for the instruction sheet to make sure you purchase the correct items.
Fundraiser: We have started our first fundraiser this month. We will be doing a Scentsy, Velata fondue, and Grace Adele purse fundraiser from October 1st – October 28th. (We will be doing a cookie dough fundraiser from February 1 – 25th.) You are welcome to do both fundraisers, or pick just one. Fundraisers are totally optional, they only benefit YOU! We are doing the “Scentsy” fundraiser before Christmas so people can buy the products to give as Christmas gifts. You will receive 25% of sales from the Scentsy fundraiser and 50% from the cookie dough. I will be sending home packets to the ones who requested them. If you would like to start the fundraiser, you are welcome to come pick up a packet anytime, but remember that ALL packets are due by September 28th, NO exceptions. Orders turned in after the deadline will NOT be eligible to count towards the fundraiser. You will have one family packet, but if you would like more than one packet, please let me know. Please read all the information in the packet completely to understand to fundraiser. This fundraiser will help to pay for costumes. Anything you make extra will go towards your tuition or warm-ups or travel accessories. The cookie dough fundraiser we do in the spring will help pay for competition fees, any tuition left for the year, or towards warm-ups, t-shirts and bags!
Halloween: Wednesday, October 31st is Halloween! We WILL have class that day, but we will be combining our Juniors and Express classes from 4 – 5:30 pm. We encourage dancers to wear their costumes. We will be “dancing” that day, so make sure your dancer can still move in her costume. Dancers may bring a treat to share if they would like.
Statements: Statements will be emailed out after the 10th of the month. If you would like a statement at any time, you can email me at divasdancestudio@gmail.com and request one and it will be emailed to you. You are also welcome to email me with and questions or concerns you might have.
Calendar: An October calendar is on the back of this letter. It will also be posted on the website and hung in the studio. If you ever lose your newsletter or calendar, check the studio board, or the website: www.divasdancestudio.com.
If you have any questions, please let me know. Thanks!!
Andrea Olsen, 801-836-6167
Emily Miller (pre-show instructor), Claudia Olivia (technique instructor)
We are now a month into classes! I can’t believe the improvement and hard work in just this past month. It is shaping up to be an AMAZING year. Pre-show will be starting their routines within the next few weeks, so make sure you are attending all classes. A few things:
Tuition: Remember that tuition is due the first class of the month. I really hate charging late fees, so get your payment in on time. Please talk to me if you have a financial situation arise. I am more than willing to break payments down. Late fees of $10 per week are assessed after the 10th of the month. Please bring cash or make checks payable to Diva’s Dance Studio or Andrea Olsen.
Registration forms: I am still missing several registration forms. Please return those to me asap! If you have lost yours, I will be more than happy to give you another. It is crucial to have information on hand. Also, if your information happens to change throughout the year, please let me know.
Fall break: There will be NO classes on October 11th – 15th for Fall Break.
Music: I will be sending CD’s home by the end of the month. You will not receive your CD until your registration fee, costume security fee for all dancers is paid, and tuition is current. I am sending home one per family. You are welcome to make copies or download it to your computer. If you lose your copy and need a new one, there is a replacement fee of $2 per CD. Having your dancer’s music is an important part of her growth and improvement. When they can practice at home, their retention and memory of the routines is so much greater than those who do not practice. Even if it doesn’t look like they remember, they associate different parts of the music with movements. Please allow your dancer to practice often. The older you are, the more you need to practice!
Costumes: We have finalized all costumes. They are shown on the website: www.divasdancestudio.com under the blog tab, as well as on our Facebook page. I have emailed the cost of the costumes. You are welcome to start making payments towards costumes, though. If you would like to pay extra, just either write in on the memo line, or write it on a note when turning in your tuition. The accessories you will need for each costume is listed under each costume. I will be sending home an instruction sheet with easy purchase instructions and deadlines. You are welcome to start purchasing items now, or wait for the instruction sheet to make sure you purchase the correct items.
Fundraiser: We have started our first fundraiser this month. We will be doing a Scentsy, Velata fondue, and Grace Adele purse fundraiser from October 1st – October 28th. (We will be doing a cookie dough fundraiser from February 1 – 25th.) You are welcome to do both fundraisers, or pick just one. Fundraisers are totally optional, they only benefit YOU! We are doing the “Scentsy” fundraiser before Christmas so people can buy the products to give as Christmas gifts. You will receive 25% of sales from the Scentsy fundraiser and 50% from the cookie dough. I will be sending home packets to the ones who requested them. If you would like to start the fundraiser, you are welcome to come pick up a packet anytime, but remember that ALL packets are due by September 28th, NO exceptions. Orders turned in after the deadline will NOT be eligible to count towards the fundraiser. You will have one family packet, but if you would like more than one packet, please let me know. Please read all the information in the packet completely to understand to fundraiser. This fundraiser will help to pay for costumes. Anything you make extra will go towards your tuition or warm-ups or travel accessories. The cookie dough fundraiser we do in the spring will help pay for competition fees, any tuition left for the year, or towards warm-ups, t-shirts and bags!
Halloween: Wednesday, October 31st is Halloween! We WILL have class that day, but we will be combining our Juniors and Express classes from 4 – 5:30 pm. We encourage dancers to wear their costumes. We will be “dancing” that day, so make sure your dancer can still move in her costume. Dancers may bring a treat to share if they would like.
Statements: Statements will be emailed out after the 10th of the month. If you would like a statement at any time, you can email me at divasdancestudio@gmail.com and request one and it will be emailed to you. You are also welcome to email me with and questions or concerns you might have.
Calendar: An October calendar is on the back of this letter. It will also be posted on the website and hung in the studio. If you ever lose your newsletter or calendar, check the studio board, or the website: www.divasdancestudio.com.
If you have any questions, please let me know. Thanks!!
Andrea Olsen, 801-836-6167
Emily Miller (pre-show instructor), Claudia Olivia (technique instructor)
Saturday, September 22, 2012
Pre-show costumes!
Here are our 2012 - 2013 pre-show costumes! Below each picture is the accessories needed for each costume. I will send home a more detailed list and a website you can easily purchase them from in a few weeks. You can start purchasing them when receiving the list. There will be a due date on the list. Items must be purchased by the date. I will also be emailing out the total cost for the costumes.
Minis jazz. Will need tan, non-shimmery footed tights and WHITE ballet slippers.
Minis lyrical (in yellow). Will need tan, non-shimmery footed tights with WHITE ballet slippers.
Express jazz. Will need tan, non-shimmery, footless or stirrup tights and nude foot undeez (with or without rhinestones).
Express lyrical. Will need tan, non-shimmery, footless or stirrup tights and nude foot undeez (with or without rhinestones).
Juniors jazz. Will need tan, non-shimmery footless or stirrup tights, black seamless fishnet tights, and black jazz shoes (no laces).
Juniors lyrical. Will need tan, non-shimmery footless or stirrup tights and nude foot undeez (with or without rhinestones).
Seniors jazz. Will need tan, non-shimmery footless or stirrup tights and nude foot undeez (with or without rhinestones).
Seniors lyrical. Will need tan, non-shimmery footless or stirrup tights and nude foot undeez (with or without rhinestones).
Expres, Juniors, and Seniors SHOW: "Covering Michael"! Express will wear green, Juniors will wear red, Seniors will wear purple. All will need tan, non-shimmery footless or stirrup tights with nude foot undeez (with or without rhinestones).
Friday, September 21, 2012
STARS SHOW TEAM 2012 2013 COSTUMES!
Stars Show Team 2012 - 2013 costumes! Listed below each costume are the accessories needed for each costume. I will send home a detailed accessory list with the website to purchase items and the date they need to be purchased by. If you have any questions, please ask.
Small Stars hip hop. Will need tan, non-shimmery stirrup tights and black sequin sneakers.
Small Stars jazz top, left; Small Stars jazz pants fabric, right. Will need tan, non-shimmery stirrup tights and tan jazz shoes (no laces).
Small Stars lyrical, Small Stars lyrical head piece (in black). Will need tan, non-shimmery stirrup tights with nude foot undees WITH rhinestones.
Star Burst hip hop. Will need tan, non-shimmery stirrup tights with silver sequin sneakers.
Star Burst Jazz top; Star Burst jazz pants (not the shoes). Will need tan, non-shimmery stirrup tights with black jazz shoes (no laces).
Star Burst lyrical. Will need tan, non-shimmery stirrup tights and nude foot undeez WITH rhinestones.
Super Stars hip hop. Will need tan, non-shimmery stirrup tights with black sequin sneakers.
Super Stars jazz. Will need tan, non-shimmery stirrup tights and nude foot undeez WITH rhinestones.
Super Stars lyrical. Will need tan, non-shimmery stirrup tights with nude foot undeez WITH rhinestones.
ALL STARS SHOW TEAM PRODUCTION COSTUME: "Bring on the Rain"
All dancers will need tan, non-shimmery stirrup tights with tan jazz shoes (no laces).
(We will also have a yellow rain coat and boot covers, not shown.)
Sunday, September 9, 2012
September newsletter 2012
September
newsletter, 2012:
WOW! Summer flew by, at least for me! It’s time to get back to dance! J Every month you will receive a newsletter that will let you know what’s coming up. Please read it and know what’s coming up. If you happen to lose it, you can find it on our website: www.divasdancestudio.com under the blog tab. Every month a calendar will be posted as well.
Packet contents: In this packet is your newsletter, the “Student Oath and Commitment” page (which just explains the qualities I believe a dancer should have and the commitments I ask of the students), a “Rules of the Dance Room” page (which gives guidelines on proper etiquette in the dance room as well as dance wear), and the registration form to fill out and return. The only paper form this packet that I need returned is the registration form. Please fill it out and return by the end of September.
What do I owe right now?: Everyone will owe September tuition. If you have a referral, your free/discounted months will start in October. If you referred someone, please make sure that I have that down to give you proper credit. Your registration fee is also due this month: $25 for one dancer, $40 for more than one dancer. A costume security fee of $25 per dancer is also due this month ($50 per dancer for Stars team members). If you need to split up payments, you can pay half the first half of the month, and the remainder the 2nd half of the month. Tuition is due the first class of the month, no later than the 10th of the month. After the 10th, a late fee of $10 per week will be added to your account. If your account is past due after 2 months, your student may not be allowed to attend class until account is made current. Return checks are subject to a $25 fee per check. After 2 returned checks, you will be required to bring cash for the rest of the dance year. If you have a problem one month, please talk to me ahead of time to work out a payment schedule. Also, you are welcome to make extra payments towards costume. Tuition will always be taken from your payments first, and then any additional payments will be put towards costumes or other payments to your account. When writing a check, please make payable to Andrea Olsen and write your dancers name on the memo line. Many times there are dancers with the same last name, or last name of the dancer is different from the name on the check and I want to be sure that I credit the correct payments. If bringing in cash, either put it in an envelope with your dancers name on it or paperclip it together with a little note with your dancers name on it. This will ensure proper credit. (Sorry, at this time I do not accept credit cards.)
Attendance: I cannot stress how important attendance is. Your dancer needs to be to every possible class. If your dancer is going to miss, please let me know. It truly makes a difference in the materials that we teach. Even when one student misses, it changes the materials we teach. We understand that there will be times when dancers are ill, or other things come up. Please try to keep these at a minimum. Just a courtesy phone call, text, or email will be great to let us know if your student will be missing a class. Stars team members, please refer to the attendance policy. Thank you for understanding.
Parent observation days: This policy has worked out very well the past few years, so we are doing it again. I am asking that parents not stay for the entire class of their dancer. I feel that your dancer does better when she has to rely on herself and does not have a parent there to distract her. Many times a dancer will be paying more attention to their parent to see if they are watching than paying attention to what is going on in class. So that’s why the parent observation days were implemented. This will be held every other month generally on the last day of the month of your dancer’s class. I will allow parents to come and watch for the entire class to see the progress your dancer has made. The first observation day is October 29th for Monday classes, October 30th Tuesday classes, October 31st for Wednesday classes, the 1st of September for Thursday classes and the 2nd of September for Friday classes. If your child is really struggling, you may be asked to come more often, but this is not open to everyone. This is only if I notify you about your dancers struggle with separation. I appreciate your cooperation with this.
Pick-up and drop-off: Since we are located in a residential area, please be courteous to the houses around the studio. Do not park in or block other driveways; be courteous to others that may be picking up or dropping off their dancer; watch for children, as there will be quite a few around. Please do not speed down the street. Often times there are children at play, so please be considerate and courteous and watch for children at play. I know parking can be crazy, but be courteous to each other, and things will go smoothly. Also, please be prompt when picking up your dancer. I and the other teachers cannot be responsible for watching your dancer after her class is over. We have many classes and students, and will be busy with all of them. ALL Mini’s will need to be picked up from class by a parent or older sibling. Parents, you will need to come inside to get them, or send in an older brother or sister to get them. They will be seated along the back wall of the studio. All other classes will be excused to wait for you either outside or in the entry way. It is especially important to be prompt in picking up your dancer, especially as the weather turns cold. Thanks for your cooperation with this.
WOW! Summer flew by, at least for me! It’s time to get back to dance! J Every month you will receive a newsletter that will let you know what’s coming up. Please read it and know what’s coming up. If you happen to lose it, you can find it on our website: www.divasdancestudio.com under the blog tab. Every month a calendar will be posted as well.
Packet contents: In this packet is your newsletter, the “Student Oath and Commitment” page (which just explains the qualities I believe a dancer should have and the commitments I ask of the students), a “Rules of the Dance Room” page (which gives guidelines on proper etiquette in the dance room as well as dance wear), and the registration form to fill out and return. The only paper form this packet that I need returned is the registration form. Please fill it out and return by the end of September.
What do I owe right now?: Everyone will owe September tuition. If you have a referral, your free/discounted months will start in October. If you referred someone, please make sure that I have that down to give you proper credit. Your registration fee is also due this month: $25 for one dancer, $40 for more than one dancer. A costume security fee of $25 per dancer is also due this month ($50 per dancer for Stars team members). If you need to split up payments, you can pay half the first half of the month, and the remainder the 2nd half of the month. Tuition is due the first class of the month, no later than the 10th of the month. After the 10th, a late fee of $10 per week will be added to your account. If your account is past due after 2 months, your student may not be allowed to attend class until account is made current. Return checks are subject to a $25 fee per check. After 2 returned checks, you will be required to bring cash for the rest of the dance year. If you have a problem one month, please talk to me ahead of time to work out a payment schedule. Also, you are welcome to make extra payments towards costume. Tuition will always be taken from your payments first, and then any additional payments will be put towards costumes or other payments to your account. When writing a check, please make payable to Andrea Olsen and write your dancers name on the memo line. Many times there are dancers with the same last name, or last name of the dancer is different from the name on the check and I want to be sure that I credit the correct payments. If bringing in cash, either put it in an envelope with your dancers name on it or paperclip it together with a little note with your dancers name on it. This will ensure proper credit. (Sorry, at this time I do not accept credit cards.)
Attendance: I cannot stress how important attendance is. Your dancer needs to be to every possible class. If your dancer is going to miss, please let me know. It truly makes a difference in the materials that we teach. Even when one student misses, it changes the materials we teach. We understand that there will be times when dancers are ill, or other things come up. Please try to keep these at a minimum. Just a courtesy phone call, text, or email will be great to let us know if your student will be missing a class. Stars team members, please refer to the attendance policy. Thank you for understanding.
Parent observation days: This policy has worked out very well the past few years, so we are doing it again. I am asking that parents not stay for the entire class of their dancer. I feel that your dancer does better when she has to rely on herself and does not have a parent there to distract her. Many times a dancer will be paying more attention to their parent to see if they are watching than paying attention to what is going on in class. So that’s why the parent observation days were implemented. This will be held every other month generally on the last day of the month of your dancer’s class. I will allow parents to come and watch for the entire class to see the progress your dancer has made. The first observation day is October 29th for Monday classes, October 30th Tuesday classes, October 31st for Wednesday classes, the 1st of September for Thursday classes and the 2nd of September for Friday classes. If your child is really struggling, you may be asked to come more often, but this is not open to everyone. This is only if I notify you about your dancers struggle with separation. I appreciate your cooperation with this.
Pick-up and drop-off: Since we are located in a residential area, please be courteous to the houses around the studio. Do not park in or block other driveways; be courteous to others that may be picking up or dropping off their dancer; watch for children, as there will be quite a few around. Please do not speed down the street. Often times there are children at play, so please be considerate and courteous and watch for children at play. I know parking can be crazy, but be courteous to each other, and things will go smoothly. Also, please be prompt when picking up your dancer. I and the other teachers cannot be responsible for watching your dancer after her class is over. We have many classes and students, and will be busy with all of them. ALL Mini’s will need to be picked up from class by a parent or older sibling. Parents, you will need to come inside to get them, or send in an older brother or sister to get them. They will be seated along the back wall of the studio. All other classes will be excused to wait for you either outside or in the entry way. It is especially important to be prompt in picking up your dancer, especially as the weather turns cold. Thanks for your cooperation with this.
Referrals: Thanks to all those
who have referred new students this year! We continue to grow and get better
every year, mostly because of the amazing parents we have! Registration will be
open until the 1st of October, but many classes are near capacity so
have your referrals call quickly! Remember that you receive free and discounted
months for referring someone.
What dance clothes does my dancer need?
This is a question that many of you may have. Dance wear can be anything from a
tank top and dance pants to a leotard and tights. We just need to be able to
see the alignment of the dancers’ body. All dancers need to either have bare
feet or dance shoes. NO socks or tights
without shoes will be allowed. It is just too dangerous. Your dancer may be
asked to sit and watch if she does not have correct footwear. I would recommend
for the Mini’s class to get the pink leather dance shoes from Payless. As far
as other classes, we will have specific shoes for competition, but any shoes
are acceptable for class. (Nude Foot undeez are GREAT for dancers in Express
and up!) If you have any questions concerning dance wear or shoes, please talk
to me. You may be asked to buy certain shoes and tights for competition, for
those in the pre-show and show teams. We also have t-shirts, warm-ups, but they
will be completely optional. Tees range from $10 - $20, Warm-ups are $65 for
the pants and jacket, and $5 for each name embroidered on it. We also have
duffle bags available for $40, $45 with name. These make great gifts for
birthdays, Christmas, and rewards for your dancer. If you are interested, feel
free to ask me. I have most sizes available on hand to try on and take home
now.
Hip hop master class: We have been invited to participate in a hip hop master class. It is open to any dancers interested in learning from professional hip hop instructors. The date will be October 13th, from 8 am – 5 pm. The cost is $80 for the day, $100 if paid after October 1st. Any dancer interested in participating needs to get a registration form from me. I will be sending out more info via email within the next week or so.
Teachers: We have a great line-up of teachers this year. I am very excited to welcome two new teachers: Claudia Olivia and Emily Roberts! Claudia will be teaching our technique classes and Emily will be teacher our Express, Juniors, and Seniors pre-show classes. Check out our website for our bios on our website. We are excited to have these two wonderfully talented dancers on our team! We know they will add a lot to those classes. Please welcome them into the studio.
SHOW routine: Last year our show routine was exciting! Thanks for all the parents (and especially my husband) that helped put it together and make it a success. If you are new, a show routine is one big, and sometimes long, dance that the nearly the whole studio dances in. (Mini’s will not be performing in the show routine.) Our theme this year for pre-show is… “??????”! Our Stars Show Team show production is… “Bring On The Rain”! While this is not the official name (yet), we will be doing a compilation of songs that have to do with rain. You will LOVE it!
Music: I will be sending home cd’s with their music next month. There will be 1 cd per family. If a replacement cd is needed, you will be charged $2 per cd. It is so very important to have the music at home to practice. You are welcome to make as many cd’s as you need.
Hip hop master class: We have been invited to participate in a hip hop master class. It is open to any dancers interested in learning from professional hip hop instructors. The date will be October 13th, from 8 am – 5 pm. The cost is $80 for the day, $100 if paid after October 1st. Any dancer interested in participating needs to get a registration form from me. I will be sending out more info via email within the next week or so.
Teachers: We have a great line-up of teachers this year. I am very excited to welcome two new teachers: Claudia Olivia and Emily Roberts! Claudia will be teaching our technique classes and Emily will be teacher our Express, Juniors, and Seniors pre-show classes. Check out our website for our bios on our website. We are excited to have these two wonderfully talented dancers on our team! We know they will add a lot to those classes. Please welcome them into the studio.
SHOW routine: Last year our show routine was exciting! Thanks for all the parents (and especially my husband) that helped put it together and make it a success. If you are new, a show routine is one big, and sometimes long, dance that the nearly the whole studio dances in. (Mini’s will not be performing in the show routine.) Our theme this year for pre-show is… “??????”! Our Stars Show Team show production is… “Bring On The Rain”! While this is not the official name (yet), we will be doing a compilation of songs that have to do with rain. You will LOVE it!
Music: I will be sending home cd’s with their music next month. There will be 1 cd per family. If a replacement cd is needed, you will be charged $2 per cd. It is so very important to have the music at home to practice. You are welcome to make as many cd’s as you need.
This year is
going to be great, and we are looking forward to working with your dancers. If
you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me via email or
phone or talk to us after class. That about wraps up your first newsletter and
you can look forward to receiving one at the beginning of every month. Thanks
for the opportunity to teach your dancer.
Andrea
Olsen, director: (801) 836-6167, dancerandylynn@gmail.com
Emily
Roberts, Claudia Olivia
September Stars newsletter 2012:
This is dedicated for our Stars Show Team. All the
information in this section is important for the team members.
* Proper dance
wear: Please remember to wear proper dance attire to class. Technique
days you can wear anything, but make sure it is appropriate and they you are
able to dance and move in what you are wearing. Company days, Monday’s or
Tuesday’s, you MUST wear your red top with your black shorts with zebra trim.
If you do not wear your company uniform it will count as a tardy towards your
attendance. If you would like to order a 2nd company outfit to have,
just in case, they can be purchased for $30 from me. Please let me know ASAP if
you would like a 2nd outfit so I can get them ordered. You are
welcome to wear your warm-ups while you are warming up, but you will need to
take them off after, so make sure you have your correct clothing on. You are
welcome to wear tights as well, but it is not required. You must also have
proper footwear. Socks or tights only are NOT allowed. You must wear a dance
shoe of some sort. Foot undeez are always acceptable. As soon as I finalize
costumes, I will send home the info on their dance shoes as well.
* Travel packages: Those who ordered travel packages, the items will take 2 – 4 weeks to get here. Company outfits should be done within the next week or so. Until then, just wear regular dance clothes to company classes. We will also have the back sacks, or drawstring bags, available now! Many people asked for them, and now we will have them! I will send an email when they are available and the price.
* Hip hop class: As mentioned in the email we will be attending the hip hop master class. It will be October 13th. ALL Stars team members are required to go. You will need to wear your company outfit. You can wear tights, and suggest wearing tennis shoes or hip hop shoes. You will need to bring a sack lunch as well, and a water bottle. I will send more info soon. Payments of $80 must be made before October 1st. Any payments not received will be $100 after the 1st of October.
* Costumes: I am finalizing our costumes. As soon as I do I will let you know what the cost will be.
* Music cd’s: I will have music cd’s in a few weeks. As soon as they are finished, I’ll send them home.
* Attendance: Remember to keep your absences and tardies to a minimum. I do not want to release anyone from the team this year. I know it’s going to be a great year, but we need everyone to give 100% in every class. Remember that YOU are the only one that can improve yourself. If you’re not as flexible as you want to be, then YOU need to be working outside of class to make yourself better. Let’s work hard to make this year GREAT!
* Travel packages: Those who ordered travel packages, the items will take 2 – 4 weeks to get here. Company outfits should be done within the next week or so. Until then, just wear regular dance clothes to company classes. We will also have the back sacks, or drawstring bags, available now! Many people asked for them, and now we will have them! I will send an email when they are available and the price.
* Hip hop class: As mentioned in the email we will be attending the hip hop master class. It will be October 13th. ALL Stars team members are required to go. You will need to wear your company outfit. You can wear tights, and suggest wearing tennis shoes or hip hop shoes. You will need to bring a sack lunch as well, and a water bottle. I will send more info soon. Payments of $80 must be made before October 1st. Any payments not received will be $100 after the 1st of October.
* Costumes: I am finalizing our costumes. As soon as I do I will let you know what the cost will be.
* Music cd’s: I will have music cd’s in a few weeks. As soon as they are finished, I’ll send them home.
* Attendance: Remember to keep your absences and tardies to a minimum. I do not want to release anyone from the team this year. I know it’s going to be a great year, but we need everyone to give 100% in every class. Remember that YOU are the only one that can improve yourself. If you’re not as flexible as you want to be, then YOU need to be working outside of class to make yourself better. Let’s work hard to make this year GREAT!
If you have any questions, please let me know. Thanks!
Andrea Olsen
Andrea Olsen
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Stars Show Teams
Here are our 2012 - 2013 Stars Show Teams:
Small Stars:
Adisyn John
KacieJean Nicholes
Lexie Schaeffer
Lilly Robison
Trinity Bale
Stars Burst:
Ashlyn Searcy
Callie Mosher
Fallon Nicolson
Kaitlyn Chappell
Marlee Reed
Taylor Pizzuto
Tylar Olsen
Super Stars:
Alyssa Rangel
Felicia Nicolson
Jaci Archer
Jade Pace
Kelcy Bang
Madison Guest
Oaklie Fullmer
Talia Hope
Class times are as follows:
Small Stars: Tuesdays 4 - 5:30 pm Company, Thursdays 5:45 - 7:15 pm Technique I
Star Burst: Mondays 5:45 - 7:15 pm Company, Fridays 5:45 - 7:15 pm Technique II
Super Stars: Mondays 4 - 5:30 pm Company, Fridays 4 - 5:30 pm Technique III
Mandatory measurements and warm-up fitting: Wednesday August 22nd from 5 - 6:30 pm. You can come any time during that time, you do not need to stay the whole time. We will be measuring for costumes and fitting warm-ups. ALL dancers MUST attend. You will also need to sign your company contract that evening. I will have them available at the studio. If you were a Stars member last year, please check your warm-ups and company practice out fit to make sure they fit. If they do not fit, you will need new ones. Also make sure that your bags are in good order. If they are not, you may need to order new ones.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email me. Thanks!!!
Travel accessories:
Option A: Warm-ups (with name on jacket and pants), practice outfit (to be worn to Company class weekly), duffle bag (with name), and costume hanging bag (with name) = $190
Option B: Warm-ups (with name on jacket and pants), practice outfit (to be worn to Company class weekly), and costume hanging bag (with name) = $160 (may need to add $5 if you need your name embroidered on your duffel bag.)
Select
which option of travel accessories:
(Please note: you may ONLY choose option B if you already have a duffle bag with your name on it. If you have a bag and do not have your name on it, you will need to bring your bag in to have it put on. A $5 charge will apply. If you have a bag with your name on it already, but would like the “new” style of names put on it, please bring it in as well and $5 and we will have it put on.) Money for travel accessories is due no later than September 30th.
Small Stars:
Adisyn John
KacieJean Nicholes
Lexie Schaeffer
Lilly Robison
Trinity Bale
Stars Burst:
Ashlyn Searcy
Callie Mosher
Fallon Nicolson
Kaitlyn Chappell
Marlee Reed
Taylor Pizzuto
Tylar Olsen
Super Stars:
Alyssa Rangel
Felicia Nicolson
Jaci Archer
Jade Pace
Kelcy Bang
Madison Guest
Oaklie Fullmer
Talia Hope
Class times are as follows:
Small Stars: Tuesdays 4 - 5:30 pm Company, Thursdays 5:45 - 7:15 pm Technique I
Star Burst: Mondays 5:45 - 7:15 pm Company, Fridays 5:45 - 7:15 pm Technique II
Super Stars: Mondays 4 - 5:30 pm Company, Fridays 4 - 5:30 pm Technique III
Mandatory measurements and warm-up fitting: Wednesday August 22nd from 5 - 6:30 pm. You can come any time during that time, you do not need to stay the whole time. We will be measuring for costumes and fitting warm-ups. ALL dancers MUST attend. You will also need to sign your company contract that evening. I will have them available at the studio. If you were a Stars member last year, please check your warm-ups and company practice out fit to make sure they fit. If they do not fit, you will need new ones. Also make sure that your bags are in good order. If they are not, you may need to order new ones.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email me. Thanks!!!
Travel accessories:
Option A: Warm-ups (with name on jacket and pants), practice outfit (to be worn to Company class weekly), duffle bag (with name), and costume hanging bag (with name) = $190
Option B: Warm-ups (with name on jacket and pants), practice outfit (to be worn to Company class weekly), and costume hanging bag (with name) = $160 (may need to add $5 if you need your name embroidered on your duffel bag.)
Option C: Warm-ups (with name on jacket
and pants) = $90
Option D: Practice outfit (to be worn
to Company class weekly) = $30
Select
which option of travel accessories:
Option A: Option B: Option C: Option D:
(Please note: you may ONLY choose option B if you already have a duffle bag with your name on it. If you have a bag and do not have your name on it, you will need to bring your bag in to have it put on. A $5 charge will apply. If you have a bag with your name on it already, but would like the “new” style of names put on it, please bring it in as well and $5 and we will have it put on.) Money for travel accessories is due no later than September 30th.
Financial
Obligations:
* Monthly tuition is due the 1st class of each month, or by the 10th. (September-May) A $25 check return fee will be added to all return checks.
* A costume deposit of $50.00 is due by August 31st. Costumes must be paid off by November 10th.
* Competition Team warm-up suits, practice outfits and duffle bags with names will be mandatory. See Andrea for list of prices. Travel accessories must be paid in full by September 29th.
* All competition fees are due by February 1st. All entry fees are non-refundable in accordance with the rules and regulations of each competition.
* A $10.00 late fee per week will be applied and strictly enforced to all late tuition payments. Accounts with balances past the due date will accrue 10% financing fees per week until paid in full. The child of anyone holding an overdue balance at the time of the recital will not be allowed to perform and participate in the recital.
* Monthly tuition is due the 1st class of each month, or by the 10th. (September-May) A $25 check return fee will be added to all return checks.
* A costume deposit of $50.00 is due by August 31st. Costumes must be paid off by November 10th.
* Competition Team warm-up suits, practice outfits and duffle bags with names will be mandatory. See Andrea for list of prices. Travel accessories must be paid in full by September 29th.
* All competition fees are due by February 1st. All entry fees are non-refundable in accordance with the rules and regulations of each competition.
* A $10.00 late fee per week will be applied and strictly enforced to all late tuition payments. Accounts with balances past the due date will accrue 10% financing fees per week until paid in full. The child of anyone holding an overdue balance at the time of the recital will not be allowed to perform and participate in the recital.
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Lagoon Nationals schedule
Lagoon
NATIONALS
Stars
Show Team
#630: 3:00 pm – Small Stars – Jazz – “Footloose”
#652: 4:10 pm – Star Burst – Jazz – “Beat It”
#666: 4:55 pm – Super Stars – Jazz – “Sweet Dreams”
#684: 5:35 pm – Small Stars – Hip hop – “Buzzin’”
#691: 6:00 pm – Star Burst – Hip hop – “Don’t Stop The
Music”
#718: 6:27 pm – Small Stars – Lyrical – “Time After Time”
#729: 7:00 pm – Star Burst – Lyrical – “The Rose”
#711: 8:55 pm – Super Stars – Hip hop – “Girls On The Dance
Floor”
#742: 9:30 pm – Super Stars – Lyrical – “Stranger”
9:45 pm – Awards
Notes:
·
Dancers must meet at the changing tent arrive at least 1 hour prior to their first
routine time with hair and make-up done. (Ex.: Small Stars must arrive at
school NO later than 2:00 pm.) I
would like ALL Stars to be
to all the routines to cheer on their team. All dancers must attend awards.
·
You will need to wear: your tan tights (NO
underwear), a black team shirt or a plain black shirt or tank top, and your
team warm-ups. We will be wearing our warm-ups for awards too. Please make sure
your tights are free from holes and runs.
·
Please make sure you have ALL costumes and props
before leaving for competition.
·
No admission fee for dancers. Spectators’
admission prices: $11/ person. If spectators are riding rides, they will need
to be responsible for purchasing a ride pass. Dancers must either have their
ride pass or their complimentary pass. If you want to purchase your spectator
pass online please visit www.lagoonpark.com/tickets.
Your will enter the promo code DANCE and click “GO” and it will give you
options to buy spectator passes, discounted ride passes and discounted parking
passes. Look for the “National Championship Discount passes” tab, buy your
tickets online and print them out! You’re good to go!
·
We will be competing in the “Canyon” pavilion
(see map). I have reserved the “Juniper” pavilion for just our studio. You will
be able to bring coolers and drop them off at our pavilion. You can also bring
your stuff there and leave it for the day. We will also have a large white tent
that we will use to change into our costumes where you will leave your costumes
and dance bags. You must meet at the pavilion an hour before performance time
listed above. Any dancer that is late may not perform. We really need all
dancers to be ready and on time for the magnitude of this performance. Also, I
know that many of you will be riding rides, please do not tire yourself out so
that you do not have enough energy to give each dance your all. You are welcome
to bring a cooler with food and drinks. You will be responsible for your own
food and drinks.
·
I know we are at Lagoon, but please don’t let
your dancers wear themselves out. They need to be rested and ready for
competition!
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Competition schedule May 5th
Utah Valley
Dance Competition, May 5th, Payson High School
Pre-show and Stars Show Team
Pre-show in blue, Stars in red
Pre-show and Stars Show Team
Pre-show in blue, Stars in red
#8 – 9:21 am – Super Stars – Jazz ”Sweet Dreams”
#12 – 9:33 am – Juniors pre-show – Jazz “Rescue Me”
#15 – 9:43 am – Minis pre-show – Jazz “Real In Rio”
#20 – 10:00 am – Juniors pre-show – Lyrical “Dream”
#27 – 10:22 am – Tinys pre-show – Jazz “All Shook Up”
#35 – 10:47 am – Minis pre-show – Lyrical “Cowboy Take Me Away”
#36 – 10:50 am – Super Stars – Lyrical “Stranger”
#40 – 11:03 am – Seniors pre-show – Lyrical “Fireworks”
#46 – 11:23 am – Small Stars – Jazz “Footloose”
#55 – 11:50 am – Tinys pre-show – Lyrical “I See The Light”
#57 – 11:56 am – Super Stars – Hip hop “Girls On The Dance Floor”
#58 – 12:00 pm – Express pre-show – Jazz “You Got It”
#61 – 12:10 pm – Star Burst – Hip hop “Don’t Stop The Music”
#67 – 1:10 pm – ALL Stars Show Team – SHOW “Broadway”
#68 – 1:18 pm – ALL Pre-show – SHOW “Mission: Impossible”
#81 – 2:16 pm – Small Stars – Hip hop “Buzzin’”
#83 – 2:23 pm – Jr. girls pre-show hip hop “Party In The USA”
#85 – 2:30 pm – Jr. CREW boys pre-show hip hop “DJ Got Us Fallin’”
#88 – 2:39 pm – Small Stars – Lyrical “Time After Time”
#90 – 2:45 pm – Seniors pre-show – Jazz “Cobrastyle”
#95 – 3:00 pm – Sr. CREW boys pre-show hip hop “Hit The Lights”
#97 – 3:06 pm – Sr. girls pre-show hip hop “All I Do Is Win”
#100 – 3:26 pm – Star Burst – Lyrical “The Rose”
#114 – 4:13 pm – Star Burst – Jazz “Beat It”
#120 – 4:33 pm – Express pre-show – Lyrical “I Will Be Me”
#12 – 9:33 am – Juniors pre-show – Jazz “Rescue Me”
#15 – 9:43 am – Minis pre-show – Jazz “Real In Rio”
#20 – 10:00 am – Juniors pre-show – Lyrical “Dream”
#27 – 10:22 am – Tinys pre-show – Jazz “All Shook Up”
#35 – 10:47 am – Minis pre-show – Lyrical “Cowboy Take Me Away”
#36 – 10:50 am – Super Stars – Lyrical “Stranger”
#40 – 11:03 am – Seniors pre-show – Lyrical “Fireworks”
#46 – 11:23 am – Small Stars – Jazz “Footloose”
#55 – 11:50 am – Tinys pre-show – Lyrical “I See The Light”
#57 – 11:56 am – Super Stars – Hip hop “Girls On The Dance Floor”
#58 – 12:00 pm – Express pre-show – Jazz “You Got It”
#61 – 12:10 pm – Star Burst – Hip hop “Don’t Stop The Music”
#67 – 1:10 pm – ALL Stars Show Team – SHOW “Broadway”
#68 – 1:18 pm – ALL Pre-show – SHOW “Mission: Impossible”
#81 – 2:16 pm – Small Stars – Hip hop “Buzzin’”
#83 – 2:23 pm – Jr. girls pre-show hip hop “Party In The USA”
#85 – 2:30 pm – Jr. CREW boys pre-show hip hop “DJ Got Us Fallin’”
#88 – 2:39 pm – Small Stars – Lyrical “Time After Time”
#90 – 2:45 pm – Seniors pre-show – Jazz “Cobrastyle”
#95 – 3:00 pm – Sr. CREW boys pre-show hip hop “Hit The Lights”
#97 – 3:06 pm – Sr. girls pre-show hip hop “All I Do Is Win”
#100 – 3:26 pm – Star Burst – Lyrical “The Rose”
#114 – 4:13 pm – Star Burst – Jazz “Beat It”
#120 – 4:33 pm – Express pre-show – Lyrical “I Will Be Me”
5:15 pm – Final Awards!
Notes:
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Dancers must arrive at least 1 hour prior to their first routine time with hair and
make-up done. (Ex.: Super Stars must arrive at school NO later than 8:15 am.) I would like ALL Stars
to be to all the routines to cheer on their team. All dancers must attend
awards. Please be in the dressing room 20 numbers before your routine, and get
into costume. Once in costume do not leave the dressing room unless directed to
do so by your teacher.
·
You will need to wear: your tan tights (NO
underwear), a black team shirt or a plain black shirt or tank top, and your
team warm-ups. We will be wearing our warm-ups for awards too.
·
Please make sure you have ALL costumes and props
before leaving for competition.
·
Competition is at Payson High School in Payson:
1050 S. Main Street in Payson. Please leave yourself plenty of travel time.
Mapquest the address is you need to. (Mapquest says it takes about 40 minutes,
so please plan accordingly.) Directions: Head South on I-15, take exit 248
(Walmart exit, 800 S.) turn East. Stay on this road for about 1 mile until you
get to Main Street and turn right (heading South). The school will be on the
right (West) side of the road. You will park in the south parking lot.
·
No admission fee for dancers. Spectators’
admission prices: $5/person, children under 5 free.
·
We will be competing in the gym. Awards will
also be in the gym.
·
Our dressing room will be in the Boys locker
room in the gym. We will keep all costumes, bags and props in the dressing
room. We must also keep it clean and in good order. If someone is found
vandalizing or being destructive, you will be charged a minimum of $75 for
cleaning and repair.
Sunday, April 29, 2012
May newsletter 2012
May 2012:
Dear dancers and parents, here is our FINAL newsletter of the year. I just want to say how impressed and happy I have been with your dancers. We have watched as so many of them have come out of their shell, and developed in so many ways. We look forward to continuing your dancers’ progress. Our summer schedule is up! (See below.) We are still working on our 2012-2013 schedule. I will email it, post it on Facebook, and send a printed schedule home as soon as it is finished. A May calendar is attached to the newsletter.
Tuition: Tuition is due this week, or by the 10th. (Please make checks payable to Andrea Olsen.) Any balances that you owe on your account must be paid in full by May 10th. Statements can be made available by emailing: dancerandylynn@gmail.com . Also, if your phone, address, or email has changed, please send changes to that email as well.
Competitions/Recitals: I have the final dates of competitions:
* May 5th Payson High School. (Teams that are competing: Tiny’s, Mini’s, Express, Juniors, Seniors, Jr. Diva’s hip hop, Sr. Diva’s hip hop, The CREW Jr. hip hop boys, The CREW Sr. hip hop boys, ALL Stars Teams.)
* May 14th: Stars Show Team Spring Showcase, Willowcreek Middle School: I have finally solidified the recital dates. The Stars Show team will be on May 14th. Doors open at 6:15 pm. The show will start at 6:45 pm and the show will end approximately 8:30 pm. Our combo classes will be performing this night as well. Any solos, duets, or trios that would like to perform as well, please let me know ASAP. (No Monday classes.)
* May 15th: Pre-show Spring Showcare, WIllowcreek Middle School: The pre-show teams and combo classes will on May 15th. Doors open at 6:15 pm. Show starts at 6:45 pm and will end approximately 8:30 pm. Both recitals are FREE, so anyone is welcome to attend both shows! I will send home the order of performances. (No Tuesday classes.)
We are looking for sponsors to put in our program. If you know of a business that would like to be featured in our program, please let me know. Cost is $50 and will feature the company name in the program, as well as being mentioned throughout the evening. Also, if you would own a business and would like to set up a small table/booth at the recital, please let me know.
Important dates: Here are a few important dates. These dates are also on the calendar:
* May 5th – Competition at Payson High School
* May 7 – 11th – Pictures during class
* May 9th – Pictures for Tinys, then regular technique classes
* May 10th – all accounts paid off.
* May 14th – Stars and Combo recital (see below), no regular Monday classes
* May 15th – Pre-show and Combo recital (see below), no regular Tuesday classes
* May 16th – NO Tinys or technique classes, Stars on location photos
* May 19th – Nationals at Lagoon (more info soon!)
*May 21st – 25th – Final classes! Pictures will be handed out this class.
* May 21st – All SOF money paid in full
Pictures: We will be doing studio pictures during regular class times the week of May 7 – 11th at the studio. They will be “glamour” shots. Hair does not have to be done in “competition” style. I would recommend make-up, but you don’t have to do the heavy “competition” make-up. Every student will take a picture, even if you aren’t ordering pictures. Megan Wintle will be doing our pictures again. We are delighted she is able to do them again. Order forms are attached to the newsletter, but we will also have some available at the studio for the day of pictures. There is one order form PER DANCER, but you can make one check out for all your dancers. Stars will also be doing an outdoor photo shoot on Wednesday, May 16th, more info in the Stars newsletter below. Please note: you will NOT be allowed to bring your own camera into the studio to take your own pictures.
Summer classes: Attached to the newsletter is the summer scheduled. Get registered today before classes fill up. We recommend taking some form of summer classes to help from losing your flexibility and technique. Also, taking summer classes would be recommended, especially if you are interested in trying out for the Stars team next season.
SOF: The remainder of your SOF money is due by May 18th.
Warm-ups, t-shirts, and duffle bags: You can still order your Diva’s swag! If you would like to see what we have, come on in and I would be happy to show you…We’ve got warm-ups for your dancer AND mom’s (great way to travel to and from competitions); t-shirts for all ages, dancers and the siblings of dancers to show support; cute v-neck tees or regular tees for moms; and even MEN’s tees so dad’s can show support too!! Come check them out! J Tees start at just $10 and go from there, warm-ups are $65 for the set, duffle bags are a great way to keep all your dancers stuff together and are just $40. We also have hanging costume bags for $35. These are great to have for competitions!! Get your early to make sure we have the sizes you need. We have a few gently used items that are for sale at a lower price than new. If you are interested in these items, let me know. Also, if you have gently used items you would like to re-sale, let me know.
If you have any questions, please call, email or text me. Thanks!
Andrea Olsen, dancerandylynn@gmail.com, 801-836-6167
Nicole Taylor, Ashley Kimsey
Dear dancers and parents, here is our FINAL newsletter of the year. I just want to say how impressed and happy I have been with your dancers. We have watched as so many of them have come out of their shell, and developed in so many ways. We look forward to continuing your dancers’ progress. Our summer schedule is up! (See below.) We are still working on our 2012-2013 schedule. I will email it, post it on Facebook, and send a printed schedule home as soon as it is finished. A May calendar is attached to the newsletter.
Tuition: Tuition is due this week, or by the 10th. (Please make checks payable to Andrea Olsen.) Any balances that you owe on your account must be paid in full by May 10th. Statements can be made available by emailing: dancerandylynn@gmail.com . Also, if your phone, address, or email has changed, please send changes to that email as well.
Competitions/Recitals: I have the final dates of competitions:
* May 5th Payson High School. (Teams that are competing: Tiny’s, Mini’s, Express, Juniors, Seniors, Jr. Diva’s hip hop, Sr. Diva’s hip hop, The CREW Jr. hip hop boys, The CREW Sr. hip hop boys, ALL Stars Teams.)
* May 14th: Stars Show Team Spring Showcase, Willowcreek Middle School: I have finally solidified the recital dates. The Stars Show team will be on May 14th. Doors open at 6:15 pm. The show will start at 6:45 pm and the show will end approximately 8:30 pm. Our combo classes will be performing this night as well. Any solos, duets, or trios that would like to perform as well, please let me know ASAP. (No Monday classes.)
* May 15th: Pre-show Spring Showcare, WIllowcreek Middle School: The pre-show teams and combo classes will on May 15th. Doors open at 6:15 pm. Show starts at 6:45 pm and will end approximately 8:30 pm. Both recitals are FREE, so anyone is welcome to attend both shows! I will send home the order of performances. (No Tuesday classes.)
We are looking for sponsors to put in our program. If you know of a business that would like to be featured in our program, please let me know. Cost is $50 and will feature the company name in the program, as well as being mentioned throughout the evening. Also, if you would own a business and would like to set up a small table/booth at the recital, please let me know.
Important dates: Here are a few important dates. These dates are also on the calendar:
* May 5th – Competition at Payson High School
* May 7 – 11th – Pictures during class
* May 9th – Pictures for Tinys, then regular technique classes
* May 10th – all accounts paid off.
* May 14th – Stars and Combo recital (see below), no regular Monday classes
* May 15th – Pre-show and Combo recital (see below), no regular Tuesday classes
* May 16th – NO Tinys or technique classes, Stars on location photos
* May 19th – Nationals at Lagoon (more info soon!)
*May 21st – 25th – Final classes! Pictures will be handed out this class.
* May 21st – All SOF money paid in full
Pictures: We will be doing studio pictures during regular class times the week of May 7 – 11th at the studio. They will be “glamour” shots. Hair does not have to be done in “competition” style. I would recommend make-up, but you don’t have to do the heavy “competition” make-up. Every student will take a picture, even if you aren’t ordering pictures. Megan Wintle will be doing our pictures again. We are delighted she is able to do them again. Order forms are attached to the newsletter, but we will also have some available at the studio for the day of pictures. There is one order form PER DANCER, but you can make one check out for all your dancers. Stars will also be doing an outdoor photo shoot on Wednesday, May 16th, more info in the Stars newsletter below. Please note: you will NOT be allowed to bring your own camera into the studio to take your own pictures.
Summer classes: Attached to the newsletter is the summer scheduled. Get registered today before classes fill up. We recommend taking some form of summer classes to help from losing your flexibility and technique. Also, taking summer classes would be recommended, especially if you are interested in trying out for the Stars team next season.
SOF: The remainder of your SOF money is due by May 18th.
Warm-ups, t-shirts, and duffle bags: You can still order your Diva’s swag! If you would like to see what we have, come on in and I would be happy to show you…We’ve got warm-ups for your dancer AND mom’s (great way to travel to and from competitions); t-shirts for all ages, dancers and the siblings of dancers to show support; cute v-neck tees or regular tees for moms; and even MEN’s tees so dad’s can show support too!! Come check them out! J Tees start at just $10 and go from there, warm-ups are $65 for the set, duffle bags are a great way to keep all your dancers stuff together and are just $40. We also have hanging costume bags for $35. These are great to have for competitions!! Get your early to make sure we have the sizes you need. We have a few gently used items that are for sale at a lower price than new. If you are interested in these items, let me know. Also, if you have gently used items you would like to re-sale, let me know.
If you have any questions, please call, email or text me. Thanks!
Andrea Olsen, dancerandylynn@gmail.com, 801-836-6167
Nicole Taylor, Ashley Kimsey
Stars
Competition Team try-outs for 2012 – 2013 teams:
*”Small Stars” team try-outs: 6 – 9 yrs, August 13th 2012, 5 – 7 pm
*”Star Burst” team try-outs: 10 – 13 yrs, August 14th 2012, 5 – 7 pm
*“Super Stars” team try-outs: 14 – 18 yrs, August 15th 2012, 5 – 7 pm
* 2nd round call backs, if needed: various ages, August 16th 2012, 5 – 7 pm
*”Small Stars” team try-outs: 6 – 9 yrs, August 13th 2012, 5 – 7 pm
*”Star Burst” team try-outs: 10 – 13 yrs, August 14th 2012, 5 – 7 pm
*“Super Stars” team try-outs: 14 – 18 yrs, August 15th 2012, 5 – 7 pm
* 2nd round call backs, if needed: various ages, August 16th 2012, 5 – 7 pm
Note: If you were on the Stars Team last season, you ARE
NOT automatically on the team this year. You will need to try out this year.
Please try out in the class you were in last year. We will be adjusting classes
on a per dancer basis. These dates are tentative and may change. You will be
notified if there is a change in dates.
Stars
information: This section is more information for our Stars
Show Team company members.
* Attendance: As we prepare for
Nationals, please make sure you attend every class.
* Proper dance wear: Please remember to wear proper dance attire to class. Technique days you can wear anything, but make sure it is appropriate and they you are able to dance and move in what you are wearing. Company days, Thursday’s, you MUST wear your red top with your black shorts with zebra trim. If you DO NOT wear your practice outfit on Thursday’s, or wear only a part of it, you will receive a tardy for each week that you don’t wear it. If you need a new practice outfit, you can purchase one for $25. You are welcome to wear your warm-ups while you are warming up, but you will need to take them off after, so make sure you have your correct clothing on. You are welcome to wear tights as well, but it is not required. You must also have proper footwear. Socks or tights only are NOT allowed.
* Competition dates: Here are our remaining competition dates:
* May 5th: “Utah Valley Dance” at Payson High School in Payson. Time TBA
* May 14th: Stars Show Team Spring Showcase at Willowcreek Middle School. Doors open at 6:15 pm, performances start at 6:45 pm. Show ending approximately at 8:30 pm.
* May 15th: Pre-show Spring Showcase at WIllowcreek Middle School. You are not performing, but we would love for you to come support our other dancers. Doors open at 6:15 pm, performances start at 6:45 pm. Show ending approximately at 8:30 pm.
* May 18th: “America On Stage” at LAGOON! (We will NOT be taking our SHOW to Lagoon.) Time TBA. I’m trying to find out more info concerning Lagoon…I’ll let you know as soon as I know more.
*Pictures: We will be doing our team pictures in our costume on Thursday, May 10th. We will also be doing outside Stars Team pictures on Wednesday, May 16th! We will be wearing blue jeans with either a white or black shirt (your shirt color is listed below), and red accents. Accents can be anything red. Ex: necklace, earrings, bracelet, hair bow, shoes, scarf, etc. Hair and make-up can be done however you would like, but please keep it out of your face. We will be meeting at the entire Stars team at 4:30 pm at the Lehi Railroad Station, 225 E. State Road. We will begin taking pictures at 4:45 pm. We will be doing individual pictures, team pictures and the entire Stars team! You are welcome to purchase these pictures, but it is not mandatory, but you need to come get pictures taken. You will not be permitted to bring your own cameras and take pictures during the photo shoot. Prices and order forms are attached.
* Proper dance wear: Please remember to wear proper dance attire to class. Technique days you can wear anything, but make sure it is appropriate and they you are able to dance and move in what you are wearing. Company days, Thursday’s, you MUST wear your red top with your black shorts with zebra trim. If you DO NOT wear your practice outfit on Thursday’s, or wear only a part of it, you will receive a tardy for each week that you don’t wear it. If you need a new practice outfit, you can purchase one for $25. You are welcome to wear your warm-ups while you are warming up, but you will need to take them off after, so make sure you have your correct clothing on. You are welcome to wear tights as well, but it is not required. You must also have proper footwear. Socks or tights only are NOT allowed.
* Competition dates: Here are our remaining competition dates:
* May 5th: “Utah Valley Dance” at Payson High School in Payson. Time TBA
* May 14th: Stars Show Team Spring Showcase at Willowcreek Middle School. Doors open at 6:15 pm, performances start at 6:45 pm. Show ending approximately at 8:30 pm.
* May 15th: Pre-show Spring Showcase at WIllowcreek Middle School. You are not performing, but we would love for you to come support our other dancers. Doors open at 6:15 pm, performances start at 6:45 pm. Show ending approximately at 8:30 pm.
* May 18th: “America On Stage” at LAGOON! (We will NOT be taking our SHOW to Lagoon.) Time TBA. I’m trying to find out more info concerning Lagoon…I’ll let you know as soon as I know more.
*Pictures: We will be doing our team pictures in our costume on Thursday, May 10th. We will also be doing outside Stars Team pictures on Wednesday, May 16th! We will be wearing blue jeans with either a white or black shirt (your shirt color is listed below), and red accents. Accents can be anything red. Ex: necklace, earrings, bracelet, hair bow, shoes, scarf, etc. Hair and make-up can be done however you would like, but please keep it out of your face. We will be meeting at the entire Stars team at 4:30 pm at the Lehi Railroad Station, 225 E. State Road. We will begin taking pictures at 4:45 pm. We will be doing individual pictures, team pictures and the entire Stars team! You are welcome to purchase these pictures, but it is not mandatory, but you need to come get pictures taken. You will not be permitted to bring your own cameras and take pictures during the photo shoot. Prices and order forms are attached.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact me.
Thanks!
Your shirt color for pictures is: __________ for __________
Your shirt color for pictures is: __________ for __________
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