My child is almost 4 may I enroll them in classes?
Kaleidoscope does not admit students younger than 4 years old, and they must be four by the first day of class. If your child is not the correct age they will not be allowed to continue in a class, and tuition will not be refunded. Back to Top of Page My child has a late birthday, or should be in the next grade, may I enroll them in those classes?
Kaleidoscope registers according to the grade the student is officially enrolled in. Back to Top of Page My child is very talented, can they be enrolled in the older classes?
Kaleidoscope has so many talented children, in order to be fair to everyone students must register for the grade they are officially in. Class sizes are small,and teachers will strive to give their more advanced students extra challenges within the scope of the projects. Back to Top of Page What grade is Junior High?
Kaleidoscope considers 6thgrade to be junior high level. Back to Top of Page During the summer what grade is my child considered?
Summer classes are assigned by child's age only, not grade level. Back to Top of Page Do you have make up classes?
We are sorry, but we are unable to provide make up classes. For a variety of reasons students need to miss class, but unfortunately we are not able to accommodate make ups. Most often we do not offer the same class with the same instructor, so there is not really a "make up time." Different classes and instructors would be working on different projects and oftentimes projects overlap from week to week. Additionally,classes are often full and there may not be room to accommodate an additional student. If your child will miss class please inform the instructor or the office. If your child is sick, please do not send them to class.
Back to Top of Page What is Your Cancellation Policy?
All changes and cancellations are subject to a service charge. If you need to change or cancel prior to the cancellation date there will be a 10% service charge. After the cancellation date there is a 50% service charge if we are unable to fill the spot. Three days before the first day of class there are no refunds, no credits. (Check the brochure for cancellation date for the session) Back to Top of Page The class I want is full, is it worth going on a waiting list?
Absolutely! Although it is always unpredictable, waiting lists do work! We often have changes and cancellations, especially during the summer months. Back to Top of Page How does the wait list work?
Leave the student's name and the best number to contact you and we will let you know if we have an opening. If your plans have changed in the interim,there is no obligation to enroll in the class. There is no rhyme or reason as to when changes and cancellations occur,sometimes it happens as late as the first day of class. Although you are welcome to check your waitlist status, the Kaleidoscope office will contact you if there is an opening. Occasionally if we have a lengthy waiting list, an open room, and an available teacher we may even be able to add a class. Back to Top of Page Will I receive a confirmation?
Kaleidoscope does not send out confirmations. Please mark your calendar when you sign up for a class. A receipt and/or copy of your registration can be mailed upon request. Back to Top of Page Does my child need to have experience or natural ability to attend classes?
Students age four and older at any skill level are welcome to attend. It is important to place your children in art classes only if they are interested and enthusiastic about attending. In order to maintain a friendly and creative environment conducive to learning it is crucial that students understand thatdisruptive behavior inhibits their ability to learn as well as interfering with the enjoyment of other students in the class.
Back to Top of Page What class should my child take first?
It is not necessary to take classes in any particular order. Enroll your student in the classes they are most interested in. Back to Top of Page Do Classes Repeat?
Kaleidoscope's instructors are always coming up with wonderful new projects to keep the curriculum fresh and exciting. Students may take the same class again and again, and the class will not repeat. Like playing a sport or an instrument, your child will improve in skill, appreciation, and confidence.
(Exceptions to this would be a very specific class such as "Nativity in Clay" where the class is focused on creating that particular project. Even in this case we have had students repeat so they could share their wonderful artwork with a lucky grandparent!)
Back to Top of Page What if I forgot to pick up my child’s artwork?
Due to the large number of students we have we cannot keep artwork indefinitely. Kaleidoscope's policy is to keep the artwork for two weeks following the end of the session or special show. If more than two weeks have passed you can still come in or call the office to check for unclaimed artwork. Some art may be hanging on a wall, or out in the Kaleidoscope garden. It's worth a look! Back to Top of Page Can my child accompany me when I attend an adult class?
We are sorry, but children are not permitted to accompany their parents to adult classes. Back to Top of Page Who is eligible for scholarships?
During the difficult times art can make a difference in our lives. Students in financial need or in crisis may apply for a Kaleidoscope Art Scholarship. There is a short form to fill out. Kaleidoscope requests those who are able, pay for a portion of the class fee. If this is not feasible students may apply for full scholarship. If you receive a scholarship you are expected to attend all classes unless there is an illness, or other unavoidable circumstance.
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