STEPS NEWSLETTER
NOVEMBER 2008

• WELCOME TO THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER!
  Can you believe it!?
  
  
  Time is flying by! It’s already November, and it’s the season for giving thanks! At NPAC we’re thankful for being able to do what we love to do ….every day! And that is teaching your beautiful children! We hope your season is off to a great start, and that everyone enjoys a healthy and happy November!
  
  
  
• AT NPAC, our students are...
  
  N - Noticeable for who they are..
  P - Patient with themselves
  A - Achieving their dreams
  C - Creating their future!
  
  
  
• SWEATSHIRTS!
  Yes, there is still time to order your NPAC Sweatshirts!! You’ve seen them on many of our dancers, and they really are the perfect gift! Our sweatshirts are zip front hoodies in either grey or black with any color embroidery… you choose! Your dancers name will be embroidered on the sleeve! Sweatshirts are $40 for Child sizes and $44 for Adult sizes. They also make great Holiday gifts … we suggest that orders are placed no later than November 20th for Holiday delivery. Order forms were sent via e-mail, but you may request one to be sent again! Our NPAC Sweatshirts are a really great gift! Order yours today!
  
  
• COSTUME DEPOSITS ARE DUE ON NOVEMBER 15TH!!
  It’s hard to believe, but it’s that time already!! Costume deposits for our 2009 performance will be auto-posted on Saturday November 15th! This is a $30.00 deposit per dancer, per class. It is important to note that costume deposits and balances are non-refundable, and costumes cannot be ordered without a deposit. Our performance is tentatively scheduled for Thursday June 25, 2008!
  
  
• DANCE-O-GRAMS are coming soon!
  Dance-O-Grams are an important little packet! Not only do they explain the ins and outs of our annual performance, but they also announce the much anticipated theme of our show! They’ll be distributed before you know it! Our Dance-O-Grams contain specific details, but for general information, you can visit the “performance” page of our website at any time!
  
  
• DANCEWEAR and Our Dress Code!
  Legwarmers are a great idea for the changing weather! As we move into the month of November, we do expect to see our dancers wearing the proper attire to class. This includes wearing the correct shoes! Pink split sole ballet slippers are to be worn to ballet classes. Black jazz shoes are worn to jazz, and tap shoes are worn to tap. Foot undies are for contemporary and lyrical classes, and black dance sneakers are for Hip Hop.
  
  Leotards and tights must be worn for each class. Please DO NOT allow your dancer to come to class with bare legs. Sport shorts are NOT allowed in class. Please be sure to order the required dance shorts through our office! These are fitted black dance shorts and are reasonably priced at under $20. We can order them for you! For a complete listing of the required dancewear, please visit our office.
  
  
• IMPORTANT REMINDERS!
  Here are some dress code reminders to keep teachers, parents and students dancing to the same beat!
  
  1. At no time are any oversize sweatshirts, zipper fromt sweatshirts, hooded sweatshirts, fleece pull-overs or coats allowed in class. Sweatpants and pajama bottoms are NOT allowed. These are considered street clothes and are not a part of our dress code. Dancers will be asked to change.
  
  2. Please remember that ALL dancers are required to wear a leotard and tights to class at all times, no matter what the season. ALL dancers must have their hair pulled up.
  
  3. If a dancer is wearing black dance pants for tap, jazz or hip hop, please be sure they are hemmed properly. Long hems can cause dancers to slip and fall, and can also impede tap sounds.
  
  4. Dancers in multiple classes will not be allowed to change leotards and tights in between classes.
  
  It is our goal to provide the very best education possible to every student enrolled with us, whether they plan to dance on Broadway or not!
  
  2008-2009 YEARLY DRESS CODE NOTES
  All registered students will be expected to follow the dress code. This includes wearing leotards and tights to class, as well as the proper shoes for your lesson. All dancers must have their hair pulled up for class. Dancers will be asked to change and to pull their hair up if they arrive unprepared for their lesson. Black leotards, pink tights and fitted black dance shorts are required for ALL ballet classes. NO DANCE PANTS are allowed for ballet! Dancers may wear fitted dance pants in Tap, Jazz and Hip Hop classes ONLY.
  Although our Hip Hop program allows for a more relaxed dress code, dancers may NOT wear jeans and/or pajama bottoms! Tank tops and yoga/dance pants are allowed and dance sneakers must be worn. No street shoes. Please do not wear your hip hop sneakers outdoors! They are for the dance room only! Please remind dancers of the dress code, as it is an important part of the discipline in the classroom!
  
  If you have any questions as to what the proper attire is for your class(es), please call our office and request a complete a listing of the required dance wear. It is imperative that all dancers follow the required dress code at NPAC. Your required dancewear is an important part of your learning experience with us and we want it to be a great one!
  
  For your convenience, you may order from our office for all your dancewear and activewear needs! Forms are available in our reception area, and include all of the required and approved dancewear for our classes.
  
  
• ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITY exclusively for our parents!!
  Parents of our dancers are given the opportunity to advertise their business in our monthly E-newsletter! The cost is only $20/month!! Your business card will become part of our monthly newsletter, and will reach the homes of each family at NPAC! This is a month to month advertising opportunity, and there is no contract involved! You can advertise for one month or every month! The choice is yours!
  We know the current economy has many businesses, big and small, limiting the amount of advertising dollars they are spending. This is just our way of helping our dance families spread the good word about their businesses to our community at a very reasonable rate! Advertisements in our monthly E-newsletter are a great way to showcase your business to hundreds of people from our area! Advertising Forms will be available in the reception area, and can be sent to you via e-mail at your request! We really hope you enjoy this opportunity!
  
  ENJOY A WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING WITH YOUR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS!