KINDERMUSIK WITH GROW AND SING STUDIOS Classroom Guidelines
During class, the most important thing you can do for your child is to be an active and patient role model. It is not uncommon for a child to attend several classes before feeling comfortable in class. Don't be discouraged- what a child is absorbing in class is often evidenced in the comfort of the home environment rather than in a certain level of participation in class. The understanding and consistency of the parent or caregiver in class and at home are key to facilitating musical learning and growth. When you are an active, focused, enthusiastic participant in class activities, your child will model your actions and focus more fully too.
You and your child will enormously benefit from the Kindermusik experience, especially if you make active use of your At Home materials. Frequent reinforcement at home throughout the week makes all the difference in a child's comfort and participation in the classroom.
Here are a few class guidelines:
Entering Class:
Plan to arrive about 5-10 minutes early for class. Arriving a little before class provides time for your child to settle in to the musical environment as they prepare to enjoy exploring instruments, reading books, or listening to music. All classes begin on time; please try to be prompt. Occasionally, being late is difficult to avoid - please enter the classroom as quietly as possible.
Participation:
Remember that parent/caregiver participation is a key ingredient to success in any Kindermusik program. Your commitment to regular attendance and ongoing participation with your child during class will lead to more satisfaction, sense of accomplishment and enjoyment for your child and you! Please refrain from adult conversation during class time. Your child is sensitive to the adults around him/her. As a side benefit, your teacher's voice will remain in good shape if she is not having to sing or speak above the group.
Cell Phones:
Please turn off or silence your cell phone before entering into the classroom. If you should need to talk on your cell phone, please take your child with you, and step outside.
Drinks and Snacks:
Please leave juice and snacks in the car with the exception of those babies nursing or bottle feeding.
What to wear and bring:
Kids (and parents) should wear comfortable clothes; we do a lot of movin' and shakin'... We have a NO SHOES policy for parents and children, so please come prepared to go barefoot or wear socks. For the Village class only, please bring a blanket for your baby to lay on during floor activities.
Non-enrolled siblings:
Due to limited class sizes and the delicacy of the younger class settings, Village and Our Time classes can only accommodate non-enrolled siblings when the sibling is young enough to stay contented in a car carrier or stroller. . Please note, all non-registered children attending class will not be able to participate. Emergency exceptions are considered.
Makeup Classes:
You can make up as many classes as you miss, but they must be made up within the same session you are enrolled in. Makeups do not carry over to future sessions. Please schedule your makeup class with your teacher or call 407-970-2774. Please do not just show up as we only allow a certain number per week in each class to avoid overcrowding. There are no credits or refunds given for any unattended classes or for an unfinished semester. You are financially responsible for the entire class tuition amount and any home materials that you requested or ordered. Thank you.
Disruptive behavior:
Children make all kinds of sounds during the class. We call it vocalizing. However, if the child is really upset and is distracting the class, your teacher may ask you to take him/her outside for a hug and some reassurance and come back in as soon as s/he is ready. Should your child become curious about our tape player/instruments, please re-direct him/her if your teacher is unable to.
Children with special needs:
Music is a help in neurological, physical, emotional, social and cognitive development. We ask that parents talk with their teacher so that we may learn more about your child, and together we can make a decision about how to proceed.
Visitors:
We welcome visitors to class and enjoy meeting extended family and friends. When possible, please let us know in advance so we can avoid overcrowding the classroom.