Student Policies
Make-Ups and Cancellations
No make-up lessons are scheduled for student-initiated cancellations. In case of an illness, make-up lesson consideration will be given.
Teachers will make up a lesson they cancel at a mutually convenient time.
Multiple absences or unpaid lessons for three consecutive weeks will result in losing your regular lesson time.
There is a 30-day required notice for discontinuing lessons. The final bill will include tuition for the last month of lessons; e.g., for students who give discontinuation notice on April 1, the final bill will run through April 30.
Health & Safety
Please do not bring sick children to lessons. This will help stop the spread of seasonal illnesses such as flu and Covid. Contact your teacher if your child is sick to ensure a make-up lesson. If the student arrives sick, the teacher reserves the right not to hold the lesson.
In case of inclement weather, contact your teacher to see if a lesson will be taught in-person or online.
Good Practices
Bring all books and materials to the lesson each week. Students who come without books or instruments cannot be taught.
Students should arrive five minutes early for their lessons. A late start means a shorter lesson; it is the student’s responsibility to ensure they receive their full allotted lesson time.
Nails should be trimmed before the lesson, as appropriate to the instrument. Hands should always be kept clean.
Consistent practice is crucial to the student’s progress and success. Take your teacher’s at-home practice instructions seriously and make them part of your weekly schedule. Each student is expected to practice at least five days a week. Details on the practice routine will be provided by your teacher.
The SMMA may use students’ names, photos, and videos in promotional and educational materials.
Please check the SMMA Calendar for holidays, breaks, recital dates, etc.
By paying tuition, you confirm acceptance of these policies.