Class Policy
Registration and Tuition Policy
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Tuition payments can be made by ACH or credit card. No transaction fee for all Electric Check (ACH) payments. 3.5% transaction fee for all credit card payments.
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Early registration is highly encouraged to ensure a spot of your choice with early registration discount benefits. Only upon reception of your payment will registration be complete and your class spot reserved.
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Most NYSA classes have rolling admissions. We continue to accept registration throughout the semester. The tuition will be adjusted accordingly.
Attendance and Make-up Policy
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Students must notify NYSA via email regarding any absences at least 24 hours in advance.
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Make-ups cannot be guaranteed, however, we will try to accommodate you. Maximum two (2) make-ups per session (9-10 weeks). Make-ups do not carry over to the next session.
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All make-up classes must be arranged with the instructor prior to attending.
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Classes can be canceled due to inclement weather conditions. No make-up classes will be arranged if weather-related cancellations occur.
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Any student absences cannot be credited, refunded, or roll over to the next session.
Discounts & Cancellation Policy
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Registration fees and credit card transaction fees are non-refundable for any cancellations.
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Sibling / Multi-Class Discount: If two or more siblings are enrolled simultaneously in the same semester, a tuition discount will be granted to the students and/or their families. Five (5%) percent tuition discount for all siblings.
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A registration fee ($20) will be charged even if your registration fee is waived before any cancellations.
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100% refund: Two weeks prior to the class start date.
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75% refund: Within one week after the first class start date.
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50% refund: Within two weeks after the first class start date.
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No refund: Two weeks after the first class start date.
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NYSA may cancel any class with insufficient registration before the first class start date.
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Discounts are not applied for any supplies, materials, required technology, equipment fees, and products.
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Discounts cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts.
Student Drop-Off and Pick-Up Policy
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Parents must escort students to the main entrance of NYSA.
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Parents cannot stay in the classroom during the classes.
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Students can be dropped off 5 minutes prior to the start of class.
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Students can be picked up at the end of class.
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Students will not be allowed to leave without a parent or guardian.
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Please be prompt. All classes start and end on time.
Photography Rights
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I realized that any photos or videos taken of my child and/or artwork during NYSA programs become property of New York School of Arts, and may be used in printed literature or marketing materials. I am aware there will be no compensation for the use of said photos or videos.
After School Pick-up Policy ( *After School Pick-up Students only)
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No school pick-up: 2 Hour student early release days, teacher workdays, student holidays, & any severe weather condition days
Conduct
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The NYSA reserves the right to refuse admission and to expel any disruptive student.
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Cell phone usage is not permitted in the classroom. Cell phones should be set to vibrate in the studios.
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Students will be respectful to each other, the facility, the staff, and the property of others.
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Students must use respectful language at all times.
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Students must follow teacher’s instructions and guidelines.
Release Agreement
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I agree to the fullest extent to be responsible for any medical bills that may incur resulting from illness or injury during my child or my participation at NYSA. I release NYSA from any and all liability and/or claims or damages arising out of personal injury of any kind. I have read and understand the contents of the Registration and Tuition Policy, including the Attendance and Make Up Policy, the Cancellation Policy, the Student Drop-off and Pick-up, the Photography Rights Policy, as well as the Release Agreement.
