Preschool Parent Handbook

V1. 2/2017

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 Table of Contents
Philosophy/Goals/Curriculum.............................................................3

Communication............................................................4

Non-Discrimination Policy.4

Hours of Operation/Holidays..5

Natural Disaster/ Emergency/Inclement

Weather...............................................................5

Tuition
Policies.6-7

Class Rules.............................................8

Missed Classes...8

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Philosophy
ACT OUT at Front and Center Stage is designed to educate, inspire,
and enhance creativity among our future generations in the early
childhood education setting.

Goals
Our philosophy is reflected through these following goals:
To foster social, cognitive, and emotional development
To promote a childs self-esteem and self-worth
Exploring the diverse characteristics of individuality and
imagination
Provide a safe and nurturing environment that allows a child to
freely express themselves
Introduce basic theatre terminology
Develop positive recreational outlets for the future
Encourage confidence and ease when in public settings

Curriculum
ACT OUT offers a child-centered and developmentally appropriate
program for three through five-year-old children with a theatrical
twist. Each session is created by taking a theatrical concept and
interpreting its meaning to children through the means of
structured and unstructured play. The teachers use their own
experiences and techniques, to present each lesson which in turn
corresponds with the curriculum and nurtures each childs
creativity. Our sessions schedule will incorporate instructional
components seen in the realm of early childhood education such as:
circle time, literacy, social skills, the arts and much more!

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Communication
When parents, teachers and the community work together as a
team, children derive and benefit the most. ACT OUT strives to
make sure all lines of communication are open and clear. All means
of communication regarding class cancellation etc. will go through
your childs school. Any communication regarding billing will come
from your assigned Act Out rep. Our means of communicating with
our ACT OUT families are email or telephone.

Non-Discrimination Policy
All children without regard to color, race, gender, religion, national
origin, sexual orientation, disability, handicap, etc., will be accepted
by ACT OUT. We adhere to all applicable local and state laws
governing non-discrimination in schools. This policy applies to all
conditions and terms of enrollment, incorporating, but not limited
to, placement, development, admission, withdrawal or dismissal,
and childcare.

We explicitly prohibit any form of unlawful harassment based on

color, religion, race, sexual orientation, gender, national origin,
handicap, disability, and age. We will not tolerate any
inappropriate interference with the ability of a child to develop
and thrive.

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 Hours of Operation/Holidays
Hours of Operation
ACT OUT
Administration Mon-Fri 8:00am to 3:00pm
Office
ACT OUT Monday-Friday
Sessions Times vary by preschool location

ACT OUT will not hold sessions in observation of the following

holidays:
New Years Eve and New Years Day
Martin Luther Kings Day
Presidents Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Columbus Day
Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Please note: if any sessions are on any of these days a make-up class
will be held.

Natural Disasters/Emergencies/
Weather Closures
In the event of any three of the categories listed above ACT OUT
will attempt to reschedule with the Director or Program Manager to
have a make-up class. If a make-up class is not able to be scheduled
a refund will be sent to all participating families. If this is director
billing a partial refund will be returned to the school.
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 PRICING INFORMATION
ACT OUT! is excited to offer extremely competitive rates for
our in-school sessions. We want to ensure that every child and
every center has the opportunity to experience the fun and engaging
educational program we offer.

School Prices
$80.00 Per Child (8 Sessions $10.00 per session)

Billing Options
Director Billing: Parent Billing:
Grand total of classes is Grand total of classes is
billed to the center. 50% billed to the individual
Deposit Due parent.

Acceptable forms of Payments:

Check
All checks can be written out Front & Center Stage Inc. Please be
sure to put your childs first and last name in the memo line.

Credit/Debit Card
Can be paid visiting www.actoutva.org/
*Click on the tab that says pay tuition
**please be sure to create an account**

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Payment/Payment Plan
Full payment for the eight-week session is required at the time of
enrollment. At ACT OUT! we do understand that financial
hardships do take place. In this case if a full payment is not able to
be made please contact your ACTOUT Rep and a possible split
payment can be made. If this payment is agreed upon you will be
required to make an upfront payment of the first half of the tuition
and the decided date of an automatic withdrawal of the second
payment will be discussed. Students will not be permitted to
participate unless payment is received.

Returned Check
There is a $35 charge for any returned checks or payments using
credit or debit cards.

Refund Requests
All refunds will be paid by check within 30 days.

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Class Rules
Each school may have specific class/school policies in order to
participate in this program. We ask that all children come dressed
appropriately for movement. Due to the physical nature of theatre
arts, dancing/movement we ask that all students come to each
session with closed toe shoes. Students without closed toe shoes
may be asked to sit out of the more physicals parts of the class.

Missed Classes
There will be no reimbursement/prorated fees or make-ups for
classes missed due to personal matters, including (but not limited
to): vacations or social events. Parents of students who will miss
more than one class sequentially due to illness or injury should
contact their ACTOUT! Rep to discuss billing and make-up options.
Act Out Inc. is a vendor to the school and as such is not responsible
for the condition of the school's facilities, nor for any actions taken
by the school which might in any way change or impact the Act Out!
classes. In this case a refund or reimbursement will not be given.

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