Chewning School of Music Policy Document

Fall Semester 2025 PoliciesOur Responsibilities:

‍We will teach your child the language and enjoyment of music. Our studio has a positive, enthusiastic and inspiringenvironment. Curriculum is tailored to match each student’s specific learning needs.

‍Student & Family Responsibilities: Students agree to arrive at each lesson punctually, well-prepared, and with their assignment books and music. To make good progress, quality practice is necessary. We want your child to completely understand every assignment. Please ask questions. If your child is experiencing anything at home or at school that might interfere with their ability to focus and learn during their lesson, please notify us so that we can accommodate the needs of your child. A quick text on the way to lesson can make the difference between a great lesson and a difficult one. (Did Max just find out that he didn't get the part in the play? Give us a heads up. Was Jane hospitalized on your recent trip to Thailand? Let us know!) We don't expect personal/private details, but even a general idea gives us the ability to adjust our approach for your child.

‍Make Up Policy• Any lesson that a teacher cancels will be made up.• Should a student miss a lesson, they can sign up for one of our group make up sessions offered throughout the year. Group make ups can be any class of their choice, not necessarily the instrument they are studying. Dates and titles of the sessions will be made available each semester.

‍Termination PolicyIn the event a student decides to terminate lessons, a two week notice is required, along with any fees that are dueup to the point of termination. If a student decides to take a break for a month or more, they will loose their spot,(teacher, day/time of lesson). However, if they take off and continue to pay, not only can they take advantage of the group make ups, they will also get to keep their current spot. When a student discontinues lessons, all make up credits are terminated.

‍Inclement Weather​In the event we are experiencing a weather event to include flooding, tornado warnings, snow and/or ice onthe roads and lessons are cancelled, they will be made up at a later date within the semester.

‍TuitionTuition for a 30-minute lesson for the semester is $820 and consists of a total of 22 lessons. Number of lessonsand tuition will be adjusted for those enrolling in the middle of the semester.

Tuition payment scheduleoptions are:
• Six (6) monthly payments of $136.50 due on the 1st of each month;
• One (1) payment of $795.00 due July 1st (a 3% discount)Tuition for a 45-minute lesson for the semester is $1230 and consists of a total of 23 lessons. Number oflessons and tuition will be adjusted for those enrolling in the middle of the semester. Tuition payment scheduleoptions are:
• Six (6) monthly payments of $205 due on the 1st of each month;
• One (1) payment of $1193 due July 1st (a 3% discount)A late fee of $35 will be added to tuition that has not been paid by the 7th of each month for those choosingthe six (6) monthly payment option. Fees remitted past the 10th of the month will incur a $50 late fee.Tuition fees may be paid through the monthly emailed invoice, or:
• Cash• Check
• Venmo - @ChewningSchool
• PayPal - www.paypal.me/ChewningSchoolA one time “trial” 30 minute lesson is $40, and a 45 minute lessons is $55.

Fees at PRIMROSE for a group lesson will be $74 per month.

‍Fall 2025 Calendar

‍The semester begins Monday July 7 and goes through Monday December 22. There are no lessons on the following dates: September 1, October 6-10, November 24-28. New students may enroll for lessons at Chewning School of Music any time of the year. If a new student enrolls mid-session, tuition is adjusted from the date of enrollment through the end of the term.

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