Young Dancers Program Dorchester Enrollment Application 2024-25

Diversity and inclusion are at the core of José Mateo Ballet Theatre’s mission and commitment to the community. Gathering the information listed below allows us to improve the customer service that we give to all families. In addition, this information will further our diversity and inclusion efforts.

This information will be kept anonymous and only be used to meet the needs of the families we serve.

in José Mateo Ballet Theatre’s Young Dancers Program.

I understand that payment is due in full at the time of enrollment, or in nine installments (the first due at the time of enrollment, with subsequent installments due October 1, November 1, December 1, January 1, February 1, March 1, April 1, and May 1).

I understand that, should the student, for whatever reason, be unable to participate, withdraw from the program, be dismissed with cause, or be absent from the program, payments will not be refunded. For students paying in installments, any remaining installments will still be due.

I understand that class schedules are subject to change based on enrollment.

I am aware that ballet training and the exercises associated with it can place stresses on the body and can risk physical injury. On behalf of the above named student and myself, I assume this risk and agree that José Mateo Ballet Theatre will not be liable in any way for injuries sustained during participation in the program or related activities.

I grant José Mateo Ballet Theatre the right to make and use photographic and audiovisual documentation of my child to be used for philanthropic, promotional, and other mission related purposes. In no case will the child’s identity be disclosed without written parental consent.

I understand that the primary method of communication from José Mateo Ballet Theatre is email through Constant Contact or Gmail in order to send announcements and other pertinent studio information.

José Mateo Ballet Theatre Young Dancers Program Students must:

• Remain committed to attending the full program or the portion of the program for which they have enrolled.

• Comply with all rules and regulations of José Mateo Ballet Theatre including, but not limited to, dress code, punctuality, and class etiquette.

• Attend and be on time to all scheduled classes. Students may not be late to class more than three times or have more than three unexcused absences during the course of the program.

• Participate in all scheduled classes, activities, and other organizational programs.

• Seek and receive permission from artistic staff before enrolling in additional dance classes or accepting a performance engagement.

Failure to comply with these policies may affect a student’s eligibility for performance opportunities and financial aid. We understand that some circumstances may make these policies difficult. We ask that you communicate honestly with us about any challenges that may prevent your child from participating fully in the program. We will do our very best to work with you to help your child to get the most out of the program, and we are thrilled to have them dance with us.