2008–09 Lesson Schedule Music Makers teaches lessons and classes Monday through Saturday, throughout the entire year. Students may register for private lessons at any time during the year. Group class registration procedures will be advertised via mailings and the website. Please refer to the Calendar on the Home Page for additional dates and events. Billing / Tuition Payments Families will receive a monthly statement that covers lessons provided for that month as well as books, contest fees, etc. Payment may be made by check and sent to our P. O. Box or dropped off at our office. Tuition is prepaid and due on the first of the month. Late Payments and Unpaid Accounts Payments are due on the first of the month. Accounts that are not paid in full by the 5th of the month will be charged a $10.00 late fee. Students whose accounts are not paid in full by their second lesson of the month will be taken off the schedule. Reassignment will be made only after the account is paid in full, and cannot be guaranteed enrollment with same instructor, lesson day or time. Termination of Lessons Music Makers requires 2 weeks notice in writing for termination of lessons. Students are charged for their last two weeks of lessons, even if they choose to forfeit them. Missed Lessons and Make-Up Lessons Private Lessons Students are allowed one excused absence during each of the Fall, Spring and Summer sessions at the discretion of the instructor. Make-ups will be considered for the one excused absence only if there is 24-hour advance notice. Make-up dates and times will be determined and scheduled through individual instructors. If a make-up lesson is granted, the student has the option to attend or forfeit the lesson. Unattended make-up lessons will not be rescheduled or credited. There will be no credits given for any student-missed lessons. Semi-Private and Group Lessons Students absent from a class are not granted make-up lessons or credits. Students missing these lessons may call the office to find out what music was assigned during the missed lesson. Instructor Absences / Rescheduling If an Instructor misses or cancels a lesson, he/she has the option to (a) schedule a substitute instructor to teach that day's lessons, or (b) schedule a make-up lesson. If a student is unable to attend a make-up lesson under these circumstances, a credit will be applied to the student's account at the end of the semester. Credits will not be given for regularly scheduled lessons taught by a substitute instructor. Music / Books for Lessons Students are required to purchase music for use in lessons. Students must remember to bring their music to lessons, as we are unable to lend music. All music/books will be charged to your account on the day it is received. Special Events Music Makers provides students several opportunities throughout the year to participate in performances and competitions. These events are not mandatory, but are strongly encouraged! All of our enrolled families will be notified of events via our 2008–09 calendar and inserts in monthly statements. Practice, Practice, Practice... To build skills learned in each lesson, it is vital that students maintain a frequent and consistent practice schedule. We have found that the establishment of a daily routine, with practice at about the same time every day, is the most effective way of including this important activity in students' busy lives. Music Makers appreciates your cooperation in adhering to our Studio Policies. Please direct any questions you have to our office at (708) 246-8222. Thank you and have a great year!