Fall 2011 Updates!

Happy October, Dance Families!

I'm sure I'm not the only one that thinks that September went by too fast. Your dancers have been doing an amazing job of learning dance class etiquette, limiting talking and distractions, and are already showing improvements in dance technique. It's awesome!:)

Please remember:

• Tuition is due on the 1st. $10 late fee will be added after the 15th.
  
• Dancers must have hair up in a ponytail or bun, especially if they have long hair. I have been stopping class to put hair up, this isn't fair to the others in the class.
  
• Dancers need to wear proper attire and shoes to class. Please have your child try on his/her shoes. Some are already complaining that their shoes are too tight!
  
• Please put names on your child's shoes, bags, etc. Any items left at the studio will be put in a lost and found box.
  

Now for a few calendar updates:

Oct. 19 & 20: I have just found out that I need to be out of town on Wednesday (19) and Thursday (20) to present at a Statewide conference for my day job. I am working on finding a dependable backup instructor.

In the event that I cannot find a replacement, I might have to cancel the classes on those evenings. I will contact the families of the Wed. and Thursday classes if we do decide to cancel those dates. I will give you options to make up the cancelled classes. If you know of anyone that would be a great fit as a back up dance teacher, please encourage them to contact me! :) Thanks!

Oct. 24- Oct. 27: Costume Week!

I love holidays and Halloween was always one of my favorites. While it is not required, dancers are encouraged to wear a costume to class during the week. It makes for great photos and a fun memory. Dancers may go barefoot if necessary, no street shoes, boots, or "costume" feet- as those may be too slick or damage the studio floor.

Oct. 30: Talent On Parade Dance Directive (Master Classes)

While this is not a Studio Event, Miss Haley and Miss Michelle plan to attend. We wanted to share the information with anyone that might be interested. This Master Class is an excellent opportunity for dancers interested in expanding their dance background. Dancers will be exposed to various dance styles, national instructors, while being challenged and inspired in many areas of dance! Prices and length of the workshop varies with age and ability. Please contact the studio for registration information. Fees and registration will be due Oct. 11.

Nov. 14- Nov. 17: Observer & Food Bank Week!

The studio lobby will be open to Parents and Grandparents during observer week. It's a special time for you to see what your dancer(s) do during a normal dance class. We ask that if you can, please bring a food item to be donated to the Wellington Food Bank. Please remember: With the open layout of the studio, any talking or movement in the lobby is extremely distracting to the dancers. Young siblings may attend, but must remain quiet and off the dance floor.

Looking Ahead:

Nov. 23- Nov. 24: Thanksgiving Break - No Classes

Dec. 12- Dec. 15: Christmas Week & Observer & Food Bank Week!

Dec. 16- Jan. 1: Christmas Break

Jan. 2: Classes Resume!

If you have any questions or need anything- please contact Michelle via phone, email, or any other way! I appreciate all of you and thank you for allowing your dancers to dance with our studio. :)

Michelle (Herpich) Crittenden, Owner/Instructor
Michelle's Encore Dance Studio Enroll NOW!
cell: 785-466-6338 • home: 620.326.6401

http://www.encoredancewellington.com

This email is sent to you because you have requested information from Michelle's Encore Dance Studio. If you would like to be removed from the email list, please reply and ask that we remove you. Thanks! -MLH

Fall Enrollment Dates

2011 Fall Dance Classes

** Registration --> Sat. 8/6, Mon. 8/8, and Wed. 8/10! **

Fall classes begin Sept. 1, 2011!

2011 Class Descriptions/Dress Code | Contact the Studio

** Please Note: Class schedule subject are to change. We reserve the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment, or close a class that is full. We reserve the right to change class times, and/or days. Classes must have a minimum of 2 students, maximum varies with class.**

Backup Dancer

Ok, I kind of tricked you. I need a backup dancer; but not for performance. I need a back up DANCE TEACHER!

I am looking for a talented, reliable, energetic, dance teacher to fill in at Michelle's Encore Dance Studio (Wellington, KS) during the upcoming dance year. If you know of someone with experience teaching and a passion for working with dancers of all ages, please spread the word and have them contact with me: info@encoredancewellington.com

Thank you and have a fun-filled and safe summer!- Michelle

Wheat Festival Parade and Summer Dance

Happy Summer, Dance Families! I hope you are enjoying your summer break and are able to find time to relax! Here are some updates for summer stuff.

Wheat Festival Parade: Friday July 8: For ANY of you interested in being a part of the parade- (current, past, and FUTURE dancers!!)
We will meet at the studio by 7:15 p.m. The group will walk from the studio to the truck, which will be waiting for us in the parade line up. If you are late, you can call or text me - 785-466-6338, and I will let you know WHERE the truck is. Little ones will ride in the back of the truck and the Jr Hi + will walk and hand out flyers, candy, etc! Dancers should wear our black studio shirt, teal recital shirt, or any dance outfit! The parade will begin at 8:00 pm. (Sorry- we have to line up so early!! They begin judging at 7:30- that's why we have to line up so, so early!)

Summer Dance Classes: For those that are interested in taking summer dance classes. We are still taking enrollment for our summer session.  Click here to go to the website. The studio will be open this weekend for registration -> Saturday, June 25, from 9-12. You can also take care of registration at our Wheat Festival Booth on Saturday, July 9 @ Sellars Park– 10 am - 2 pm. You can also just email me and I'll put your name on the list!

PAYPAL! I'm attempting to use paypal to take payments this summer. If you would like to pay with this option- please email me, and I will send you the total and you will just have to click the button and pay through paypal! :)

I'd also like to invite you to join ME and the Studio on Facebook. I post updates and questions frequently to our Facebook Fans. It is also a great way for you to contact me with a quick question or last minute idea! (If you are like me, you are probably on FB more than your email!)

Enjoy the rest of your summer! We will have our Fall Schedule Available in August. If you have any other questions- please email, call, or FB me! Thank you for all that you do!

Michelle Herpich, Owner/Instructor
Michelle's Encore Dance Studio
Enroll NOW!
cell: 785-466-6338  •  home: 620.326.6401

http://www.encoredancewellington.com

 

This email is sent to you because you have requested information from Michelle's Encore Dance Studio. If you would like to be removed from the email list, please reply and ask that we remove you. Thanks! -MLH

Save the Date: Summer Updates!!

We have some exciting things planned for the summer!

RELAY FOR LIFE:

The studio will be performing at Relay For Life again this year. This is not required but is a great cause, and it is always fun for our dancers. The event is Friday, June 10 at 6:00pm. (Performance time to be Announced.) We will perform our recital dances on the football field, very laid back performance. Please "RSVP" by June 1. We will have a few "refresher" practices so your dancers can review the dance(s). Once we get our list of dancers, we will decide what to wear... costumes/recital tshirts?? We have a signup sheet at the studio.

WHEAT FESTIVAL PARADE:

We will be in the Wheat Festival Parade, July 8(?). We will have a truck for the little ones to ride in, and the older girls can walk and hand out candy and dance flyers. Please sign up at the studio if you are interested. I will send more information closer to the event. This is not required but it is very fun, and creates great memories!

SUMMER DANCE SAMPLER!

Summer Dance Sampler is a 4-week summer session (July 11- Aug. 3) that will cover all styles of dance! Class meets once per week. You dancer will get to try jazz, hip hop, pom, ballet, tap, without the long term commitment or the expense of buying special shoes! :) I'm attaching a flyer with more information and the schedule. Please email me and I'll put your dancer on the list. Please submit payment to secure your spot in the class. Space will be limited!

Thank you for everything that you do! If you have any questions. Please email, call, for find me online! :)

 

Summer Dance Sampler

Are you ready to register now? Cool, click here!

Parent Helpers Needed - Refreshments and Backstage Help

Michelle's Encore Dance Studio

Parent Helpers Needed - Refreshments and Backstage Help

To sign up for the backstage help and/or refreshments,

please come into the studio and sign up for the

items of your choice. Thank you!

Dear Parents,

At our Spring Recital, we want to make the recital experience for our dancers of all ages as positive, safe, and enjoyable as possible. 

In order to do this, we need parent helpers to volunteer backstage in assisting with bathroom visits, keeping the class together, and getting the dancers ready when it is their turn to perform.  You will also be with the class to escort them to and from the stage.

It is a delight and lots of fun to be backstage with the children.  There is another kind of show behind the scenes!  

You will be with the children from your child's class for the entire time of the show and be in the wings while they perform so you see them up close and personal!   

It is fun and rewarding to volunteer your time and efforts to the backstage team.  Without your help the show would not go on!

After the performance, we like to celebrate with refreshments. We ask that each family signs up to bring something for this fun part of the night. 

 

To sign up for the backstage help and/or refreshments,

please come into the studio and sign up for the

items of your choice. Thank you!

THANK YOU for helping us create a safe and happy environment for the dancers!

Thank You- Michelle

** Costume/Photo Week April 18-23 **

** Costume/Photo Week April 18-23 **
We will take recital photos during class time of April 18-23. We ask that all students wear their recital outfit, with proper hair and make up to class. I will take a group photo and individual photo of each dancer.

ALL CLASSES:

• * Hair off of face - A MUST!!
•  Ballet/Tap Combo, Ballet Classes: BUN
•  Jazz/Pom, Tap, and Pom Team: Ponytail or Bun
• Hip/Hop: Style will vary by class. More details will come home with your students!
• * No loose strands of hair around face or in front of ears
• * If costume has a bow, ribbon, or accessories please use it.

Hair and Makeup Tips Here. (We will have print outs of this tip sheet at the studio.)

Parents are invited to watch the last 15 minutes of class during this time. It will be great practice for the recital!

Recital Countdown is on!

March Updates

My goodness how time has flown by! Here are a few things on my mind... (I'm sure I will think of something else after I send this. :) I will send another update later in the month for April.)

• • St. Patty's Parent Watch Week! • •

We will be opening the studio lobby to visitors the week of March 14-19. For those that can give, we'd like to ask that you bring a food item to be donated to the Wellington Food Bank, so our students can have an active role in giving to those in need.

During this week we will hold our normal classes and you will get to have a sneak peek at the recital numbers! 
In celebration of St. Patty's Day- Dancers are encouraged to wear their GREEN!

• • Recital Updates! • •

Recital: April 30

The recital will be held on Saturday, April 30 at the Old Junior High Auditorium. We will have a dress rehearsal at 10:00 am that morning. The performance will begin at 6:00 pm. After the short and sweet show, we will enjoy refreshments.

Costumes

Costumes will be going home with dancers in the upcoming week. Please try the costumes on your dancers. Most fit well, others will need some minor alterations or hems. You will get the costume and  a pair of tights (for most costumes.)We have a couple of classes that costumes are still on order... we will get these to you as soon as we can!

Pom Poms

If your student is in a pom class, you have the option to purchase their poms to keep! I will put the cost information for the poms in your tuition envelope. 

Recital T-Shirts!

I'm super excited for this... your recital/costume fee includes a recital t-shirt and recital cd for each dancer! The shirts have a design on the front, and has all of our dancer names on the back. If you would like to order any additional T-shirts, you must let me know by March 10. Adult Shirts are $15, Youth are $12. (I will send an email later this week with NAMES that will appear on the shirt so you can make sure I spell them correctly!!!)

Recital Photos

Recital photos are a great keepsake for our dancers. I am still considering all options for quality and price. I will post a recital photo date and time in the near future! Stay tuned...

Sign Up Sheets

Putting on a recital takes a lot of work. I will once again be asking that each dance family signs up to help with different things, from bringing refreshments, to helping backstage. I will send more information about each "duty" and will post a sign up sheet at the beginning of April.

---------------------------------------------------------------

Thanks for everything you do! :) As always call, email, or facebook me if you have any questions, concerns, or issues! :)

Michelle Herpich, Owner/Instructor
Michelle's Encore Dance Studio Enroll NOW!
cell: 785-466-6338  •  home: 620.326.6401

http://www.encoredancewellington.com

 

This email is sent to you because you have requested information from Michelle's Encore Dance Studio. If you would like to be removed from the email list, please reply and ask that we remove you. Thanks! -MLH

Hi Dance Families!

It's been a snowy 'ucky' start to February, so I want to add a little fun to the next week! So we are declaring it "Valentine's Week" at the Studio - Feb. 12 - Feb. 17.

Your dancers can wear any outfit that shows that they LOVE DANCE! Crazy or fun! Maybe a Red Leo with Pink Tights? Tank top with hearts on it? Fluffy Pink and Purple Tutu? Tight or socks with hearts on them? Not required, but it will be fun!

We will not be trading valentine cards, but just a fun "theme" for the week.

**Due to the weather- I'm extending the deadline for Feb. Tuition payments! Any payments are due on Wed., Feb. 16, by 8:30pm – to avoid $10 Late Fee. We will try to set up some make up class dates for all these missed snow days! :( **

Thank you for everything that you do! If you ever have questions or concerns, don't hesitate to email or call!