News letter
March 2023 Newsletter
Dear Students & Parents/Guardians:
Signs of spring is finally right around the corner, which means planning for our annual recital is in full swing mode. After three long years, we are so excited to have a recital at our regular venue with a stage, full lighting, dress rehearsal, beautiful backdrop and an audience in an auditorium. The theme for Miss Tanya’s School of Dance 188h annual recital is “At The Movies”. The Recital dates are: Friday, June 9th 2023 (Show 1) and Saturday, June 10th 2023 (Show 2 & Show 3) at Leominster High School. Dress Rehearsal dates are: Tuesday, June 6th and Wednesday, June 7th 2023 also at Leominster High School. There will be one show on Friday and two shows on Saturday. Most students will be in two or more shows, with the exception of the Creative Movement ages 2.5 – 3yrs (Monday 4:00pm., Saturday 10:00am and Saturday 12:00pm), Thursday 4:00pm Hip Hop/Tap ages 4-6yrs, Friday 4:00pm Ballet/Jazz ages 4-6yrs and Saturday 11:00am Trio class ages 4-6yrs will be in One show on Saturday. If a student is in two combo classes per week, they may be in two separate shows. We will do our best to schedule students that are in one class and have siblings in another, in at least one show together, so that family members may attend. If a student is in more than one dance class, they may be in two or three shows. A full recital packet, which will include ticket and wristband prices, the times of each show, routine order for all three shows, required tights, shoes, hair and make-up, photography, video, floral bouquet order forms and other important information. We will have recital gifts that can be purchased for that special dancer at the recital. This year we will again offer recital theme T-Shirts for pre-order only. More information will be given out at a later date.
A Pre-Ticket Sale for Creative Movement ages 2.5 – 3yrs (Monday 4:00pm., Saturday 10:00am and Saturday 12:00pm), Thursday 4:00pm Hip Hop/Tap ages 4-6yrs, Friday 4:00pm Ballet/Jazz ages 4-6yrs and Saturday 11:00am Trio class ages 4-6yrs will begin on Monday April 24th through Saturday, April 29th 2023. This is ONLY for the classes listed above, as these classes are in ONE show on Saturday and we want to make sure that parents, family and friends can purchase the number of tickets that they may need. Recital tickets will go on sale Monday, May 1st 2023 for all other classes. Ticket prices will be given at a later date. Wristbands for multiple shows will be available at a discounted rate. There will be no limit of the number of tickets a student can purchase. We will closely monitor if a show will sell out.
All dance recital costumes have been ordered. Costumes range in price from $68.00 to $92.00 depending on the style of costume ordered. Adult 2XL costumes will have an additional $5.00 charge. An invoice for the balance of costumes will be emailed by the end of February or the beginning of March. Payment for the costume balances must be cash or check only. Costume payments are Non-Refundable and Non-Transferable. A poster board of all the costumes, prices and shows that each class will participate in, will be posted in the wait area for all to view. Some recital costumes have started to arrive and some will not be in until late April. Tights for recital routines will be available at the front counter in Mid-April.
We do our best to size each student accordingly and allow for some room for growth. Each costume company supplies a size chart that we must follow. The most important measurement to determine the size of a costume is the girth (the measurement around the middle of a body, especially the waist). As a result, some students may be required to go to a larger costume size and some areas of the costume may need alterations. Any alterations are the responsibility of the parent.
Just a reminder that students that are participating in our annual end of the year recital will be required to pay a mandatory Recital Fee in the amount of $40.00 per student and a discounted rate of $50.00 for families who have more than one student dancing in the recital. The recital fee will include an edited video download link for ALL THREE SHOWS, free admission for the dancer to sit in the audience and enjoy the show and one appreciation medal per student. If the dancer is 3yrs and under they must sit on the lap of a parent/guardian. Miss Tanya’s School of Dance is one of the only studios in the area that allow students to sit with their families in the auditorium to watch the show, instead of remaining backstage or in a cafeteria. If you have not paid the fee yet, it is past due and your prompt payment would be greatly appreciated. Payment is cash or check only.
The video company that we have hired to professionally video all three shows is Media Creations. They will also offer additional items once the initial media package is purchased through the recital fee, such as a DVD’s, Blu-rays, USB’s and individual routines at discounted prices that will be on their order form that will be in the recital packet emailed in April. No one will be allowed to record the recital and no flash photography will be allowed. Each show will have staff members that will be monitoring the audience and we kindly ask that you abide by this rule. Photos by Jenn will be our official photographer for the recital. She will be at both Dress rehearsals for individual photos. More information will be given out in the recital packet.
Miss Tanya’s School of Dance instructors have begun teaching recital dance routines and students will NOT be allowed to make-up missed classes. Just a reminder that students were allowed to make-up Seven Free classes in advance for their first class and One Free make-up class for each additional class taken from the months of September to February 1st 2023 to offset any missed classes due to illness, snow days, Thanksgiving Break and Recital Dates. Scheduling make-up classes is the responsibility of the student and parent. Class attendance is VERY important, as new steps are added to routines each week. We ask that students try not to miss any classes, as they will fall behind learning the recital choreography.
Just a reminder that tuition is due the 1st of each month with a grace period until the 15th of the month. If paid after the 15th a late fee will be added. June tuition is half price.
After two long years we are excited to announce that Miss Tanya’s School of Dance annual Company Showcase will be on Saturday, March 11th 2023 with a snow date of Sunday, March 12th 2023. The venue is at the Weston Auditorium at Fitchburg State University. This event is open to the public and it is a great way to watch our talented company members perform their routines on a live stage before their competition season begins. There will be two separate shows: Show 1 at 1:00pm and Show 2 at 4:30pm with new routines in each show. All ticket sales are cash or check ONLY. No Credit Cards please.
Ticket prices are as follows:
• Advance Purchase: $15.00 per ticket for adults and $12.00 per ticket for children (ages 3-12)
• Miss Tanya’s School of Dance Student discounted ticket $10.00
• Door Price: $18.00 for adults and $15.00 for children (ages 3 – 12).
• Children under the age of 3 are FREE (child must sit on the lap of an adult)
Tickets are on sale at the front counter
Please keep in mind that with the winter months means snow storms and cancellations. To check if the studio is closed. Please call the studio ONE hour prior to the start of your scheduled class, a recording will be on the answering machine regarding cancellations. You can also check our website www.Misstamyasdance.com, Facebook or Instagram. If schools are closed the studio may still be OPEN.
Thank you
MTSD Staff
February Newsletter 2023
Dear Students & Parents/Guardians,
The month of February is right around the corner and we are busy planning our 18th annual recital. The Recital dates are: Friday, June 9th 2023 (Show 1) and Saturday, June 10th 2023 (Show 2 & Show 3) at Leominster High School. Dress Rehearsal dates are: Tuesday, June 6th and Wednesday, June 7th 2023 also at Leominster High School. There will be one show on Friday and two shows on Saturday. Most students will be in two or more shows, with the exception of the Creative Movement ages 2.5 – 3yrs (Monday 4:00pm., Saturday 10:00am and Saturday 12:00pm), Thursday 4:00pm Hip Hop/Tap ages 4-6yrs, Friday 4:00pm Ballet/Jazz ages 4-6yrs and Saturday 11:00am Trio class ages 4-6yrs will be in One show on Saturday. If a student is in two combo classes per week, they may be in two separate shows. More information will be given out at a later date.
Recital costumes have been ordered and the balance for costumes will be invoiced in February. Costumes prices have increased tremendously and will range between $68.00 - $92.00 depending on the costume that was chosen. If a student would like to withdraw from a class, you will still be responsible for the balance of the recital costume, as they cannot be cancelled. Class withdrawal must be done before the NEW month begins. You can call or send an email. If you do not withdraw before the new month, you will be responsible for that month’s tuition and the balance of the costume/costumes.
Just a reminder that students that are participating in our annual end of the year recital will be required to pay a mandatory Recital Fee in the amount of $40.00 per student and a discounted rate of $50.00 for families who have more than one student dancing in the recital. The recital fee will include an edited video download link for ALL THREE SHOWS, free admission for the dancer to sit in the audience and enjoy the show and one appreciation medal per student. If the dancer is 3yrs and under they must sit on the lap of a parent/guardian. Miss Tanya’s School of Dance is one of the only studios in the area that allow students to sit with their families in the auditorium to watch the show, instead of remaining backstage or in a cafeteria. The fee is due on or before January 28th 2023 and is Cash or Check only.
The video company that we have hired to professionally video all three shows is Media Creations. They will also offer additional items once the initial media package is purchased through the recital fee, such as a DVD’s, Blu-rays, USB’s and individual routines at discounted prices that will be on their order form, which will be in the recital packet emailed in May. No one will be allowed to record the recital and no flash photography will be allowed. Each show will have staff members that will be monitoring the audience and we kindly ask that you abide by this rule.
Photos by Jenn will be our official photographer for the recital. She will be at both Dress rehearsals for individual photos. More information will be given out in the recital packet.
Instructors will begin to teach recital routines in the month of February. Class attendance is very important. New steps, formation changes, etc. will be added each week. Please make sure to be present and on time for every class. Students may not miss more than 4 classes from February to the recital date in June in order to be eligible to perform in the recital.
Instructors will be videotaping the entire class for educational purposes ONLY when teaching recital routines. Videos are used as a teaching tool for students to see correct formations, choreography and musicality. Recital videos will NEVER be posted on social media, so we ask that students and parents do not post any videos on social media.
Beginning February 1st 2023, make-up classes will not be allowed. Please schedule your make-up classes now, as the month of January is the last month for make-up classes. Just a reminder that all students are given 7 FREE make-up classes for their first class and one extra for each additional class that they take. Students are allowed to schedule make-up classes from September – February. Please read the make-up class policy on our website. If students take advantage of the make-up class policy, they will gain extra classes in the season, as tuition is based on an annual free.
Miss Tanya’s School of Dance annual Company Showcase will be on Saturday, March 11th 2023 with a snow date of Sunday, March 12th 2023. The venue is at the Weston Auditorium at Fitchburg State University. If the date changes to March 12th due to inclement weather. This event is open to the public and it is a great way to watch our talented company members perform their routines on a live stage before their competition season begins. There will be two separate shows: Show 1 at 1:00pm and Show 2 at 4:30pm. All ticket sales are cash or check ONLY. No Credit Cards please.
Ticket prices are as follows:
• Advance Purchase: $15.00 per ticket for adults and $12.00 per ticket for children (ages 3-12)
• Miss Tanya’s School of Dance Student discounted ticket $10.00
• Door Price: $18.00 for adults and $15.00 for children (ages 3 – 12).
• Children under the age of 3 are FREE (child must sit on the lap of an adult)
Tickets will be on sale at the front desk in Mid-February
Just a reminder that tuition is based on an annual fee, divided into equal monthly payments and are the same each month, (with the exception of the month of June which will be half price), regardless if it is a short month (2 classes) or long month (5 classes). Monthly tuition is due on the 1st of each month, with a grace period until the 15th of the month. If paid after the 15th, an additional $15.00 late fee will be added.
The studio will be OPEN for ALL classes on Monday, January 17th 2022, Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
The studio will be CLOSED for the February School Vacation (February 20th – 255h 2023) and will reopen on Monday, February 27th 2022.
Please keep in mind that with the winter months means snow storms and cancellations. To check if the studio is closed, please call the studio ONE hour prior to the start of your scheduled class; a recording will be on the answering machine regarding cancellations. You can also check our website www.Misstanyasdance.com or our Facebook. If schools are closed the studio may still be OPEN, so please check the web-site, Facebook, Instagram, or call the studio for more information.
We are asking if your child/children have any of the following symptoms: fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion, a runny nose or diarrhea, PLEASE do not send them to dance. Our goal is to try to keep our dancers and staff healthy. Thank you for your continued support and we appreciate all of our MTSD students and families.
Thank you,
Miss Tanya’s School of Dance Staff
December & January Newsletter
It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is upon us and all the hustle and bustle that goes with it! PLEASE MAKE NOTE OF THE DATE CHANGE: The studio will be CLOSED for the holiday vacation beginning on Monday, December 19th through Monday, January 2nd 2023, re-opening on Tuesday, January 3rd 2023. The studio will be OPEN for ALL classes on Monday, January 16th 2023, Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Twinkle Toes our mischievous and funny elf is back at the studio for the holiday. She will be moving around daily, so look for her when you come into the studio. She is very clever and she loves to hide in some funny places.
Parents/Guardians that placed apparel orders through our online store will be notified as soon as we receive the order at the studio.
Just a reminder that tuition is based on an annual fee, divided into equal monthly payments and are the same each month, (with the exception of the month of June which will be half price), regardless if it is a short month (2 classes) or long month (5 classes). Monthly tuition is due on the 1st of each month, with a grace period until the 15th of the month. If paid after the 15th, an additional $15.00 late fee will be added. Students may schedule up to SEVEN FREE make-up classes for their first class and one extra make-up class for each additional class taken from September to February 1st 2023. This is to offset any missed classes due to illness, snow days, holidays (Thanksgiving & Memorial Day) and recital dates. Students do not have to miss a class to schedule make-up classes. These 7 classes are free and we encourage students to use them, as you will gain more classes in the season. Please note that the December holiday break, February and April school vacation weeks are not included in the make-up classes as they are not part of your yearly tuition charges. Students may only schedule three make-up classes total per month and cannot be scheduled in the same class. The month of June is a SHORT month due to Dress Rehearsal and Recital. June tuition will be half price. The Dress Rehearsal will count as a class in the month of June. If you take advantage of the make-up policy, you will gain more classes during the annual season. Call the studio or email us to schedule your make-up classes. If you do not attend the make-up class that you scheduled, that class will count as one of your free make-up classes.
If a student would like to withdraw from a class, it must be done before the NEW month begins. You can call or send an email. If you do not withdraw before the new month, you will be responsible for that month’s tuition.
The Recital dates are: Friday, June 9th 2023 (Show 1) and Saturday, June 10th 2022 (Show 2 & Show 3) at Leominster High School. Dress Rehearsal dates are: Tuesday, June 6th and Wednesday, June 7th 2023 also at Leominster High School. There will be one show on Friday and two shows on Saturday. Most students will be in two or more shows, with the exception of the Creative Movement ages 2.5 – 3yrs (Monday 4:00pm., Saturday 10:00am and Saturday 12:00pm), Thursday 4:00pm Hip Hop/Tap ages 4-6yrs, Friday 4:00pm Ballet/jazz ages 4-6yrs and Saturday 11:00am Trio class ages 4-6yrs will be in One show on Saturday. If a student is in two combo classes per week, they may be in two separate shows. More information will be given out at a later date.
We have extended the Recital costume deposits due date to December 1st 2022 due to the Thanksgiving break. There is a $50.00 deposit per costume and must be CASH or CHECK only. Please do not combine costume deposits with monthly tuition. A $10.00 late fee per costume will be added if paid after the extended due date. Once an order is placed, costumes are non-refundable and you will be responsible for the balance due on the costumes that are ordered, even if the student drops a class.
During the month of December, we will be measuring and sizing students for recital costumes. The cost for costumes will range from $68.00 - $90.00, depending on the type of costume ordered and age group of the class. We do try to allow for some growth, but each company is different and all we have to go by is a size chart that is provided by each individual company. Invoices for the balance of costumes will go out in February.
Students that are participating in our annual end of the year recital will be required to pay a mandatory Recital Fee in the amount of $40.00 per student and a discounted rate of $50.00 for families who have more than one student dancing in the recital. The recital fee will include an edited video download link for ALL THREE SHOWS, free admission for the dancer to sit in the audience and enjoy the show and one appreciation medal per student. If the dancer is 3yrs and under they must sit on the lap of a parent/guardian. Miss Tanya’s School of Dance is one of the only studios in the area that allow students to sit with their families in the auditorium to watch the show, instead of remaining backstage or in a cafeteria.
The video company that we have hired to professionally video all three shows is Media Creations. We have contacted numerous video companies and all are now only doing digital video recording and this company came highly recommended and had the best price. Media Creations will also offer additional items once the initial media package is purchased through the recital fee, such as a DVD’s, Blu-rays, USB’s and individual routines at discounted prices that will be on their order form, which will be in the recital packet emailed in May.
No one will be allowed to record the recital and no flash photography will be allowed. Each show will have staff members that will be monitoring the audience and we kindly ask that you abide by this rule. Invoices will be emailed out in January and payments will be due in February. Payment is cash or check only.
Photos by Jenn will be our official photographer for the recital. She will be at both Dress rehearsals for individual photos. More information will be given out in the recital packet.
Instructors will begin to teach recital routines in the month of February and make-up classes will not be allowed. Instructors will be videotaping the entire class for educational purposes ONLY when teaching recital routines. Videos are used as a teaching tool for students to see correct formations, choreography and musicality. Recital videos will NEVER be posted on social media, so we ask that students and parents do not post any videos on social media.
Winter is here, which means snow storms and cancellations! If schools are closed, the studio may still be OPEN, as we do not always follow the school schedule. To check if the studio is closed, please call the studio ONE hour prior to the start of your scheduled class and a recording will be on the answering machine regarding cancellations. You can also check our web-site www.Misstanyasdance.com or the studio Facebook page.
At this time Miss Tanya, Miss Tammy, Mr. Dylan, Miss Brianna, Miss Alexxis, Miss Brittany, Miss Leah,
Miss Mary and Miss Brooke and the front desk staff, Emma & Judy would like to wish everyone a wonderful Holiday and a very happy and safe New Year!!!!!
October & November 2022 Newsletter
The fall season is upon us and the first month of dance has gone very well! Students are settling into their class schedules. It is great to see smiling faces and hearing laughter and music coming from all three studios again!!
As a reminder tuition is due on the 1st of each month, with a grace period until the 15th. If tuition is paid after the 15th of the month, an additional $15.00 late fee will be added. This policy will be strictly enforced. Again, this season we DO NOT offer the automatic payment option. Payments can be made at the studio, on our website or it can be sent in an envelope (check or cash) with the student and given to their instructor.
All students should have the proper dance attire and shoes by October 8th 2022. Required shoes can be purchased at Dancers Boutique located on John Fitch Highway in Fitchburg, MA. NO STREET SHOES ARE ALLOWED in the studios.
IMPORTANT DATES TO MARK ON YOUR CALENDAR!!
The studio will be OPEN on Monday, October 10th 2022 (Columbus Day)
Wear Your Halloween Costume to Class for all Creative Movement classes, Pre-School Combo classes and beginner classes ages 5+. Listed below are the classes:
The week of October 24th through October 29th 2022 the following classes will be allowed to wear their costumes to class. We ask that students wear costumes that they can dance in, as they will not take them off. We will play Halloween dance games and each student will receive a coloring page to bring home. Creative Movement ages 2.5 – 3yrs (Monday 4:00pm & Saturday 10:00am), Pre-School Combo classes ages 4-6 (Thursday 4:00 Hip Hop/Tap, Friday 4:00 Ballet/Jazz and Saturday 11:00am Trio class, Monday 5:00pm Intro Ballet/Jazz ages 5&6, Saturday 9:00am Acro ages 5+, Tuesday 4:00pm Ballet ages 6+, Tuesday 5:00pm Jazz ages 6+, Wednesday 5:00pm Hip Hop ages 6+ and Saturday 12:00pm Hip Hop ages 6+ classes ONLY. Unfortunately, due to Covid guidelines and some students with allergies, the studio will not give out any candy.
The studio will be CLOSED on Monday, October 31st 2022 – Halloween. Please schedule a make-up class.
The studio will be OPEN on Friday, November 11th 2022 (Veterans Day).
The studio will be CLOSED for the Thanksgiving break, beginning on Wednesday, November 23rd through Saturday, November 26th 2022.
Make-up Class Policy
Students may schedule up to seven free make-up classes for their first class and one make-up for each additional class taken from September 2022 to February 2023 to offset any missed classes due to illness, snow days, Holidays (that we are closed), Thanksgiving Break and Recital dates. Students may only schedule three make-up classes per month and cannot be scheduled in the same class for two consecutive weeks. Please take advantage of this benefit, as you will gain more classes in the annual season. It is your responsibility to call to schedule individual make-up classes.
We are a “paperless” studio (with the exception of some company notices). Please check with the front desk staff to make sure that we have a correct email on file to receive important information including newsletters, recital information, any weather-related class cancellations, etc.
We are asking that parents/guardians please be on time to drop -off and pick-up your child/children, as we are not allowed to have them wait in our wait areas due to Covid guidelines. Students will NOT be allowed in a class if they are 10 minutes late. If you are going to be late to pick-up your child/children, please call the studio so that we can make arrangements. If a parent is more than 5 minutes late, you will be charged a fee unless a phone call has been made to the studio.
Our tentative dates for our 18th annual recital are Friday, June 9th and Saturday, June 10th 2023 at Leominster High School. There will be two separate dress rehearsals. The tentative dates are: Tuesday, June 6th and Wednesday, June 7th 2023 at Leominster High School.
An invoice for recital costume deposits in the amount of $50.00 per costume will be sent out via email in October and payment will be due on or before Monday, November 26th 2022, if you are planning on participating in our annual recital. If paid after the due date, a $10.00 late fee per costume will be added weekly thereafter. Cash or Checks ONLY made payable to Miss Tanya’s School of Dance are accepted. NO credit cards please!!! You may come into the studio or send in a payment in a sealed envelope with the student’s name on it. Students will give envelopes to their instructor. We are also asking that you not include monthly tuition with costume deposits. We will send out separate invoices in October with the amount that will be due for each student’s costume deposits. We will be measuring students in the month of December and we do try to allow for some growth. Unfortunately, once costumes are ordered, they CANNOT be cancelled for any reason. Parents/guardians are responsible for all costume balances, even if the student decides to drop out of a class or if the studio is ordered to close by the state of Massachusetts or if we cannot have an in-person recital. An invoice for the recital costume balances will be sent by email in the month of February.
Let’s all work together to try and stay healthy this season. If your child has a fever, chills, cough, muscle & body aches, sore throat, runny nose, vomiting or diarrhea, please do not send them to class. Call and schedule a make-up class. While we have procedures for the studio to follow today regarding Covid, we may be required to change in the future based on the recommendations of the state of Massachusetts, CDC and medical professionals. If there are any changes, we will update them on our website and send out emails. Our number one priority is the safety and health of our students, families and staff.
Winter is right around the corner, which means snowstorms and cancellations. To check if the studio is closed, please call the studio one hour prior to the start of your scheduled class or check our website www.misstanyasdance.com and our Facebook page. It is your responsibility to check if the studio is open. Unfortunately, we cannot call all students to notify them of cancellations. If schools are closed, the studio may still be OPEN.
Thank you
MTSD Staff
September 2022
We at Miss Tanya’s School of Dance, would like to welcome and thank you for choosing us to educate your child/children in the art of dance! We hope that your child/children will have a wonderful experience, filled with lots of fun, while gaining dance knowledge and making new friends! During these unprecedented times, we hope to bring some normalcy back into our students lives.
Miss Tanya’s School of Dance teaches five basic dance philosophies:
1.To provide the finest dance environment for students to succeed to the best of their individual ability.
2.To treat and work with each student as an individual.
3.To realize physical and mental strengths and weaknesses of each student.
4.To provide an environment that encourages confidence, self-esteem and technical growth.
5.To provide a qualified and certified staff to teach proper technique and self-worth.
Classes begin on Monday September 12th 2022. September tuition due date will be extended until Saturday, September 24th 2022. If payment is made after the extended date a $15.00 late fee will be added. You can pay on our website (the payment button is at the very bottom of the home page on our website) or send a check or cash in a sealed envelope with the students name clearly written on it and they can give it to their instructor. Parents are always welcome to come into the studio to make a payment. The new parent portal will be delayed until November.
Tuition is based on an annual fee, divided into 10 monthly payments from September 2022 - June 2023. Vacation weeks and some holidays are taken into calculation when establishing tuition prices and you are not charged for them. Payments are the same for the months of September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April and May. June tuition is half price. Tuition is not prorated if a month only has 2 weeks or increased if the month has 5 weeks. The average yearly season is based on 33.5 weekly classes. Dress rehearsal in the month of June is considered a class. Tuition is non-refundable and will not be prorated to accommodate for missed classes. Tuition is due the 1st of each month with a grace period until the 15th of the month, with the exception of the month of September and June. Payments can be cash, check or credit card for tuition only. Competition fees, competition costumes, recital costume deposits and recital costume balances are cash or check only. We are accepting payments on our website or you can come into the studio.
Emails were sent out to students that were missing some of the required forms or had not paid the registration fee. If you received an email, please send back the forms as soon as possible. The Covid in-studio form is required to allow a student in the classroom.
Newsletters will be sent by email again this season; no hard copies will be distributed through the studio. If you have changed your email address, please let the front counter staff know, so that we can update it in your account. Newsletters will be posted on our website.
Students may schedule up to 7 free make-up classes in advance for their first class and one make-up class for each class taken from September 2022 – February 2023 to offset any missed classes due to illness, snow days, holidays (Thanksgiving & Memorial Day) & Recital. Make-up classes must be scheduled in advance by calling the studio 978-343-7700 or coming in.
The wait areas will remain closed this season. We have discovered that with less noise and distractions coming from the lobby, our students have stayed more focused and remain in the classroom without curiosity of what may be happening in the lobby. Parents are always welcome to come into the studio to make payments, inquire about their account or check on their child/children.
There will be a drop-off and pick-up only policy for students. Students may only be dropped off 3 to 5 minutes prior to the start of their class and please pick students up on time, as we cannot have them in the lobby area. All students will enter through the main entrance. Cubies will be used for student’s belongings. Water only is allowed in the studio, but NO food.
*Guidelines for the Creative Movement class ages 2.5 – 3yrs (45-minute class) – One parent/guardian will be allowed in the class with their child.
*Guidelines for classes ages 4-6, Intro Ballet/Jazz ages 5&6 and all 5+ Classes (such as Acro) – The first & second week of class, one parent/guardian will be allowed in the studio to get the child settled in the class. Once the child is in their designated area, parents are required to leave the wait area. We are asking that parents remain in the parking lot for the first few weeks, just in case we need to call you regarding any issues with your child, such as bathroom use as our staff is not allowed to take them to the bathroom. The first week of class, please leave a phone number where you can be reached at the front counter.
All students are required to have the proper dance attire and shoes by the third week of class. Please visit our web-site www.Misstanyasdance.com for the required dress code under each class description. Street Shoes are not permitted in any studios. Shoes must be carried into the studio, not worn in from the outside. Dancers Boutique on the John Fitch HWY has our complete dress code and required shoes.
Please make note: An In-Studio Covid 19 waiver form is required to be filled out and signed directly online. The “In Studio Waiver” forms can be found on our website, under “Recent News” on the home page. This form MUST be filled before their first class.
There are a few Covid guidelines that we must follow, as the safety of our students, families and staff is our number one priority. We closely monitor policy changes and public health organizations and will continue to make changes, as necessary. Please keep in mind that these guidelines mentioned in this letter could change tomorrow, due to the new Covid variants. Even with all of the precautions, Miss Tanya’ School of Dance Inc. cannot guarantee that you or your child/children will not become infected with COVID.
1. The studio will have touchless sanitizer station that will be in the lobby for use and there will be touchless sanitizer stations in each classroom and throughout the studio. We will follow the Fitchburg Board of Health and CDC guidelines for cleaning and sanitization. We have purchased the correct cleaning products recommended by the CDC and are EPA approved for all hard surfaces, bathrooms and also for our Marley floors.
2. We have H13 HEPA Air purifiers for all three studios and one in the lobby area.
3. There will be no chairs in the wait areas, all water coolers are removed from the classrooms. Students may bring in their own water (ONLY) labeled clearly with their name. The NO FOOD policy will be strictly enforced.
4. The bathrooms will be cleaned multiple times during the day and evening. There is anti-bacterial soap and hand sanitizer for use.
5. The changing room will remain closed. Students will be required to come in full attire or can use the rest rooms to change.
6. The cubbies for student’s belongings will be used for the 2022- 2023 season
7. Students will enter and leave through the main entrance. The studio will no longer use separate entrances.
8. Students may only be dropped off 3 to 5 minutes prior to the start of their class.
9. There will be a drop-off and pick-up only policy for students. Please Park in the Miss Tanya’s School of Dance parking lot. Parents are always welcome to come into the studio to make payments, ask questions or check on their dancer.
10. Dancers or staff experiencing any health symptoms should not attend class. The symptoms include; fever, cough/shortness of breath, excessive sneezing, fatigue, loss of taste or smell, body aches or headache.
There will be NO lost and found basket this year. Please clearly mark your child’s shoes, water bottles, etc. as anything left behind will be disposed of.
We are so happy to be dancing back in the studio and are excited to see new and familiar smiling faces. We look forward to dancing through the 2022- 2023 season with you!!
Thank you
Miss Tanya & Miss Tammy
We now accept payments online via any credit card or debit card - by clicking the graphic. Please include the student's name you are making the payment for in the field "Student Name" so we can credit the correct account. Thank you!
