2007–08 Lesson Schedule Music Makers teaches lessons Monday through Saturday, year-round, observing the following breaks: Labor Day Monday, September 3, 2007 Thanksgiving Break Thursday, November 22, 2007 to Saturday, November 24, 2007 Winter Break Monday, December 24, 2007 to Saturday, January 5, 2008 Spring Break / Easter Monday, March 24, 2008 to Saturday, March 29, 2008 Memorial Day Monday, May 26, 2008 Independence Day Friday, July 4, 2008 Billing / Tuition Payments Families will receive a monthly statement, due on the first of each month, 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. VISA and MasterCard are also accepted for private and semi-private lessons, and carry a $3.00 processing fee per month/student. We will continue to offer pre-authorization for monthly tuition payments by VISA or MasterCard. Please contact our office if you wish to take advantage of this service. Late Charges and Unpaid Accounts Payments are due on the first of each month. Accounts which are not paid in full by the 5th of the month will be assessed a $10.00 late fee. Students whose accounts are not paid in full by the 15th 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 with same instructor, lesson day or time. Termination of Lessons Music Makers requires 2 weeks notice in writing for termination of lessons. Students have the option to finish out the two lessons or 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 my 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 2007–08 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!