Lynn’s School of Dance

March 2012 Newsletter

Spring Break 

There will be no classes March 12^th thru March 16^th.  Classes will resume on March 20^th.

Costumes

Each dancer will be receiving their own costume.  Please be sure that all costume balances are paid in full.  Our spring recital and dance pictures are rapidly approaching. Dancers will not receive costumes unless they are paid in full.

Pictures

Pictures will be May 1^st & May 2^nd.  Please bring your dancer to our picture session even if you will not be purchasing pictures.

We will be taking a class photo that will be displayed in our lobby for next year.

Don't forget to visit: http://www.lynnsdance.com/

Spring Recital

Our Spring Recital will be held in the Auditorium at High Desert Middle School on Saturday, May 19^th .  It is important that dancers do not miss any classes. They are learning and practicing their dances for the recital.  Please be sure that all balances are paid in full in order for your dancer to participate in our spring show.

Tickets

There will be pre sales for tickets (DTBA).  Tickets will be $8 per person for ages 4 and up.  3 and under may sit on a lap.

March Birthdays

Alexis Siegel             March 29^th

Lynn’s School of Dance

February Newsletter

Pom/Cheer Team   

On February 1^st we will be holding a clinic/tryouts for our Pom Team from 5-6:30pm.  Any child adding Pom  as a 2^nd class will receive this class at a promotional rate of $24 a month.  This clinic of February 1^st is FREE for all kids ages 5-18 so bring all your friends.

Parents/Siblings in Classrooms  

We ask that you please be considerate of the teachers and all parents and siblings wait in the designated waiting areas unless asked by the teacher to come in to view child. Children seem to do a lot better when there are no parents in the classroom.  All their attention is focused on the teacher. When a parent or sibling enter the room the teachers loses all attention of the children because the kids are busy trying to see who walked in or what they are doing. There will be exceptions for brand new students who may be nervous or timid on her 1^st lesson.

Fundraisers                                    

We try to offer at least one fundraiser per month. Fundraising can help with tuition, costumes or even boutique items.  Please see the front desk if you are interested in any fundraisers.

Valentine Grams

Valentine grams will be sold at the front desk starting January 31^st and ending February 9^th.  The grams will be delivered after class on February 14^th to the 16^th.  Valentines grams will be sold for $1 and will consist of a gram and a cookie or cupcake.  You can by one for your dancer or dancers can by for their friends. Also you can call Dedra 812-4948 or Megan 701-7710 to order a gram for your dancer to surprise her.

Bullying

Please remind children that they are expected to act the same way at dance as at school.  Dance is to be a positive environment for your child to improve self esteem.  Bullying will not be tolerated.

Up Coming Events:

Pictures                          May 1st& 2nd

Spring Recital                 May 19th

Intense Dance Camp        July 9th

February Birthdays:

Jewel Macaulay               2/1

Anne Dalley                     2/5

Mycala Stapleton             2/22

Mariah Lopez                  2/28

December Newsletter

December Christmas Production: Dancing in Whoville

The Christmas Production is just around the corner. Dancing in Whoville will be held at High Desert Middle School @ 6:30pm.

All dancers should be dropped off @ 6:00pm ready in their opening number costume.

A costume list will handed out to each dancer. The studio will provide all or part of the costume and the dancer will be need to supply part to complete the costume.

Dancers will not be able to be picked up until the Production is complete.

Ticket Sales:
· Ticket Sales begin December 7th @ 4:00pm @ the studio
· Tickets will be $8 for ages 4 and up
· All balances must be paid in full before purchasing tickets
· Tickets will be limited per dancer due to only having one production show

Rehearsal
Rehearsal will be held at High Desert Middle School on Tuesday and Thursday starting at 4:00pm. A rehearsal schedule will be handed out to each dancer.

Light Parade
Globes Annual Light parade will be held December 10th. Dancer
should be dropped off at 5:30 between the library and Cody James.

Wear your Whoville hair and costume (stay warm), have present with lights and any lights on you.

Please see front desk for Whoville costume ideas

Christmas Vacation
There will be non-company classes the week after the Christmas show

Christmas break starts Dec 19th-Jan 2nd. Classes resume Jan 3rd

Remember there are Non-Company classes held the week of the 12th

Our Christmas Production is right around the corner! There are a few things we need to do in preparation for this show.

We are excited to announce that this years Chistmas Show is a “production” not a “recital”. This means that our dancers are telling a story and are specific characters throughout the show. That being said, we need every dancer to come up with a “whoville” costume of their own. Please refer to the movie “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” with Jim Carey for costume ideas. Also you can google Whoville or Grinch Stole Chistmas or get on Lynn’s School of Dance Facebook group page for ideas. Keep in mind that your child is dancing and the costume needs to be appropriate for movement. Also as part of this production they need to have “who hair”. You will need to purchase a wig and style it “who hair”. They will be wearing this costume and wig during the whole recital except for their ballet and extra classes such as hip hop or pom. We have casted a Grinch, Cindy Lou and Max (the dog) so look to whoville towns people as your inspiration. Be creative with your costume, over the top Christmas whoville style.

Jewelry and Tights:
Please make sure your dancer has all jewelry and tights needed for recital. Last chance to order before the recital.

Company Xmas Party:
We will have our annual party after the light parade. Please keep gifts around $10. Bring a snack to share.

Tickets:
Tickets will be sold at the studio on Wednesday, December 7th from 4 to 7. Seats will be limited due to 1 show.

Important Dates to Remember!!

Friday Rehearsal Nov 18th
Thanksgiving Break Nov 21-24
On stage rehearsal Dec 6th
Tickets go on sale Dec 7th
On stage rehearsal Dec 8th
RecitalDec 9th
Light Parade Dec 10th
Company x-mas party Dec 10th

November Birthdays
Rayonna Hernandez 1st
Allie Roberts 9th
Sorrin Garcia 18th
Nicole Renon 23rd
Gabriella Guerrero 25th

December Birthdays
Bryonna Splane 3rd
Audrianna Hernandez 7th
Shanae Price 30th

Fundraisers
Every month we will have a different fundraiser that all dancers are invited to participate in. These fundraisers can be checked out at the front desk. The money earned can go towards your dancer’s tuition, costumes or boutique items.

Costumes
Costume deposits were due September 1st. There is a $30 non-refundable costume deposit per class. If you have not already done so please pay your deposit a.s.a.p. Costume balances are due November 1st.

Monthly Tuition
Monthly tuition is due the 1st of every month. Late fees will be applied if not paid by the first of each month. If our office is closed you can put your payment in an envelope and put it in the drop slot by the front door. You can also mail it or pay by phone.

Christmas Recital
Our Christmas recital will be here before you know it. Please make sure your account is paid in full by the 1st of December. If your account is not current your dancer will not be able to participate in our Christmas recital.

Attendance
Attendance is very important because teachers are beginning to work on Christmas routines. We are approaching cold and flu season. Although it is important that your child is in class please do not send them when they are sick or running a fever. Please call and notify the front desk if your child will not be attending class.

Upcoming Dates to Remember
10/7 Homecoming Parade
10/31 Halloween
11/1 Costume balances due
11/21-11/25 Thanksgiving Break
12/07 Tickets go on sale
12/9 Christmas Recital

12/10 Light Parade

October Birthdays
Eva Mark 10/4
Alexis Salter 10/5
Aubree Gardner 10/16
Averie Gardner 10/12
Presley Martinez 10/29

October 2011 Company Newsletter

Gila County Fair
Everyone did a great job performing at the Gila County Fair. If you are missing any items please see the front desk. There were a couple of items left behind.

Costumes
Some of the costumes from Intense Dance Camp have come in. Please make sure you have paid in full your intense dance costumes. The balances on these costumes were due August 15th. Make sure they are tried on and that they fit.

$100 deposit on Company classes were due September 1st. Balances on these costumes are due November 1st. There is an additional $30 deposit due on non company classes.

Derrick Schrader
Derrick Schrader workshop has been postponed until March. If you paid for this workshop we can use your money to go towards costumes, tuition, boutiques items or leave it for the next workshop.

Fiday Rehersals
Once a month we will be having a Friday rehearsal from 8am to noon. These are mandatory for company kids. These are very important because we are practicing our intense numbers and for upcoming performances. Dancers need to wear black tights, black leo and black spankies with hair in a ponytail and bring all dance shoes to these rehearsals.

Important Dates
Payment for 2012 trip due 10/4
Home Comeing Parade 10/7
U of A Jazz Workshop 10/7-10/9
Friday Rehearsal 10/21
Costume Balances due 11/1
Payment for 2012 trip due 11/8
Friday Rehearsal 11/18
Thanksgiving Break 11/21-11/25
Tickets on Sale 11/29
Company Rehearsal 12/9
Christmas Recital 12/9
Light Parade 12/10

September 2011

Welcome back dancers! We are excited about a new dance year. As you have seen our studio has been under construction and has had lots of new and exciting changes. The studio is still under renovations so please bare with us. We hope these changes will help to enhance your child’s dance experience.

Bring a Friend Week. September 13th, 14th, & 15th is bring a friend week. Dancers can bring a friend to their dance class to try out a class for free. Also, dancers are welcome to come try out a Cheer/Pom class for free on Wednesdays. See the front office for times on pom classes.

Pom Team. We are excited about our pom team this year. This class is a combination of cheer/pom and jazz techniques. This year we have a new instructor. Her name is Desi Guevara. The pom team will be involved in parades & other communities performances along with our Christmas & Spring recital. Come try out a pom class for free.

Adult classes. We offer an Adult Tap/Jazz class. This class is on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. This is a fun class and a good workout. We also have a step aerobic class on Mondays at 6:00 p.m. Zumba class is on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m.

Lockers. The lockers have a new look this year and the children are excited to put them to use. We will be issuing lockers, please make sure that your dancer does not put a pad lock on a locker until it has been issued to them. Soon we will be getting new flooring in the back lobby and will issue lockers at that time.

Tuition. Tuition is always due at the 1st day of the month. If tuition is not paid by the 1st of each month there will be a $20 late fee assed to your account. Please take advantage of our auto pay system. The tuition comes out of your account on the 1st day of each month and you don’t have to worry about late fees or standing in long lines at the front desk. If you choose to opt out make sure your payment is in by the 1st. If we are closed on the 1st there is a drop slot next to the door or you can mail payment to us.

Happy Birthday!!!
Breanna Velarade 8/1
Krista Ramos 8/6
Nevaeh Noriega 8/18
Camryn Hayes 8/24
Mya Porto 8/29
Angeline Dalton 8/29
Mackenzie Anthony 9/15
Alexis Springer 9/1
Jazlyn Grice 9/8
Nevaeh Quiroz 9/17