Dear New Student/Parent:
This policy is provided for you in order to have a clear understanding of what is expected from you and your child as well as what is expected from me as your teacher. By following these guidelines, we will optimize the lesson time and keep the learning enjoyable and productive.
ATTENDANCE: Students are expected to continue lessons for a full academic year (September 1 – June 8). Students are expected to arrive for lessons in a timely manner, with all required materials and music.
TUITION: Tuition is paid by the semester via bank transfer (Zelle—preferred) You can find me on Zelle by my email:（）, or phone number:（）.Tuition includes lessons, class lessons and recitals. It also covers piano maintenance, continuing education. Festivals and competitions are billed separately based on participation. (possible exceptions would be Primer level. Adults are not required to take the theory tests) Music books are not included in tuition and are to be purchased by parents at my recommendation/request. Payment of tuition indicates acceptance of these policy terms.
SUMMER LESSONS: Lessons are also offered during the summer (June 15 – August 31). Students will have the option of taking weekly or bi-weekly lessons during those weeks.
RECITAL: Students are required to participant in the yearly Spring Recital in April. Once the student is assigned music in January, they are expected to have it fully prepared and memorized by the beginning of April. Other performance opportunities may be available at other times during the year.
MAKEUP LESSONS: An absence due to illness, accident, or family emergency is excused provided the teacher is notified at least 24 hours in advance. Lessons missed due to family vacations are excused provided notification is given a month in advance. It is the student’s responsibility to sign up for a rescheduled lesson time if desired; however, reschedule lessons cannot be guaranteed due to the teacher’s limited availability. Group lessons cannot be rescheduled.
TEACHER ABSENCES: The teacher reserves the right to miss lessons due to illness or professional commitments. The teacher can hire a substitute teacher or reschedule such lessons.
PRACTICE: The piano should be located in a quiet room away from distractions. Students are required to practice a minimum of five days per week and meet the minimum practice time requirement as determined by the teacher.
BEHAVIOR Students are expected to conduct themselves in a courteous, respectful, and cooperative manner. Since many students are still young, I ask the help of parents to ensure that their child behaves well so that we maximize learning and fun.
LESSON TERMINATION: Students may be asked to discontinue lessons at the end of a semester if they have an excess number of absences or unprepared lessons, at the discretion of the teacher. Lessons may also be terminated for unpaid tuition.
TUITION AND PAYMENT: Tuition during the academic year is $ 40for each half-hour lesson. Students have the option of paying weekly tuition (due at the time of the lesson), or paying monthly tuition (due at the first lesson of the month).Students should notify the teacher of their chosen method of payment at the first lesson. Both cash and personal checks are acceptable. Unexcused absences may not receive credit/reimbursement, at the discretion of the teacher. In the event that that an excused absence occurs, any pre-paid tuition will be applied toward a lesson in the following month. Students are expected to pay for all music books and materials. The teacher reserves the right to raise fees at the beginning of each new teaching year.
PARENT PARTICIPATION: Parents are encouraged to attend and quietly observe lessons once a month if they so desire. Parents are asked to encourage students and to be active participants during piano practice at home.
OFFICE HOURS: The teacher may often be unable to discuss student progress with parents before or after the lesson since other students have lessons at those times. Parents should call or schedule an appointment with the teacher, if they have concerns or questions. The most convenient time to reach the teacher is Monday through Friday from 10:00am to Noon at [phone number]. Email messages ([email address]) are encouraged.
Jingyi Bai reserves the right to terminate lessons at any time for any reason.