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Code Of Conduct

Lesson Expectations

• Dancers should aim to arrive on time for classes. Please arrive 5 minutes before the scheduled start time and use the back room to get your shoes on before the lesson begins. 
• Please note the entry/exit system in place at both the start and end of classes. It ensures a prompt start to all classes. Children will be dismissed from their lesson and are to be collected from the back room. Children will be supervised at all times inside the building, however please aim to be punctual when collecting your children.
• We expect initiatives, plans and tasks set by NMA to remain confidential. Appropriate platforms on WhatsApp/Instagram/Class Manager will be provided which are intended for use by groups of NMA students and parents where necessary. 

At Feises

• We will support our fellow dancers at all times, particularly at competitions. We will be happy and proud of them when they succeed, and congratulate them.
• When we are at a feis we understand that we are representing NMA and the way we act is a reflection of the values we promote. We will always present ourselves well and act in an appropriate manner. ALL wigs/costumes/shoes must be approved by teachers.
• When at a competition, dancers must use designated changing areas. As per CLRG rules, girls should not be walking around in kick pants. 
• When we are competing, we will not boast to other dancers, we are all equal.
• No parent/child from NMA to sit on the front row at Feises. Likewise no children to congregate around the judges table whilst competitions are taking place.

Expected Behaviour 

• We will always treat others how we want to be treated.
• We will NEVER talk negatively about other dancers at any classes or at a feis/competition. (All dancers deserve the same respect).
• ABSOLUTELY NO form of bullying will be tolerated: talking negatively behind someone's back/ to their face or through internet or phone contact.  An coimisiun operates a strict anti-bullying policy which supports its dancers and also its teachers/ adjudicators. Anyone found breaching this policy will be asked to leave the school.
• We will always respect our teachers.
• We will not talk about our teacher in a negative manner/ question their decisions. If students are placed in a particular class in the School, they must accept and respect the decision of their teacher(s) and understand that each student as Nadine Martin Academy is assessed and assigned to the class(es) the teachers deem appropriate. We strive to give ALL our students the time and attention they require.  We also appreciate parents accepting all our decisions pertaining to their child(ren’s) dancing. 
• This will also include teams – students should accept the team they are chosen to be in. Students and parents should understand that the teachers take into consideration what is best for each student and each team as a whole when making difficult decisions on teams.
• Students and parents are encouraged to refrain from questioning teachers on decisions regarding material/steps, team placement, and eligibility for competitions.
• Do not contact dressmakers without asking the teachers first.
• All holidays to be submitted using the holiday form the month prior to the holiday so that they can be discounted from your monthly class fees.
  Two weeks of holiday granted per child, per calendar year.
• Any dancing related questions/queries should be directed to the Parents Info WhatsApp group. Anything that needs my attention I (Nadine) am made aware of.
• If the query from the point above cannot be answered in the group, or if the nature of the message is confidential, please send a message via Email/Class Manager to Nadine directly. Emails will be answered on Sundays (unless urgent). All Facebook/Text Message/Snap Chat messages will remain unanswered.

• Any breach may result in possible exclusion from class.
• A second time breach of the code of conduct will result in further repercussions and possible dismissal from NMA.

DANCERS PROMISE

To practise all dances & techniques that I am taught in between classes.

To be sure of all my steps before entering a feis and understand if I do not practise my teachers may withdraw me from entering the feis.

I must attend all classes two weeks before any competition.

I will always be respectful to fellow dancers and teachers.

I promise to always promote positivity not negativity.