Photography/ videography:
Unless otherwise advised by written notice, ProgressDNA may use photos and videos taken in the studio or for studio purposes for our marketing and website purposes.
Any client is not permitted to share photos or videos of classes in which you can visibly see other students faces. Please be mindful of our other students online safety and privacy.
It is understood that the end of year performance will be filmed for distribution to family and friends of ProgressDNA.
Communication:
Parents and Students are not permitted to contact any teacher directly via private means including text message, social media and email in reference to studio matters. All correspondence must go through the office or an official ProgressDNA means of communication.
Communication with teachers is accessible via the Band App - all chats, posts and communication on Band App is monitored by the director for the purpose of child, family and staff safety.
Details:
All family details are private and only accessible to the director.
Band App:
Band App is a studio regulated form of communication. It is a child-safe way for parents to stay up to date on whats happening at the studio and what their children are learning in class. Videos and photos of classes will be shared in private bands for your artist's classes only. Band is made for child safety! All bands will be set to Private and Child Safe mode. Admins approval will be required to join, and only the admins and co-admins can create a Band/Band chat. The Director will monitor all activity for assured safety. All staff have strict online procedures they will follow as part of ProgressDNA's Child Safe Policy and Staff Policy on use of Social Media. Photos and videos including other children are not to be shared to personal social media accounts and any breach of this will be followed with immediate action to remove the content.
It is mandatory that parents join on behalf of their children (aged under 13 years). Seniors over 13 years old are welcome to create their own band account with parental permission. We use Band App to communicate day to day info and reminders that are relevant to your artist! The big stuff will still come by email as well (eg: concert info and account discussions). All details are strictly protected. Please view Band Apps privacy policy for further info.