Assumption of Risk
In case of emergency or sudden illness, I hereby give permission for a staff member of Mary Jo's Performing Arts Academy to authorize any physician, nurse practitioner, medical personnel or hospital to render immediate emergency aid as it might be required for the undersigned student's health and safety.
I hereby declare any physical/mental problems, restrictions, or conditions and/or declare the participant to be in good physical and mental health.
It is required that all students be covered by their own family insurance and if injury occurs, it is understood that the students own policy is the only source of reimbursement.
Release of Liability
I understand that Mary Jo's Performing Arts Academy is adhering to all guidelines and procedures set forth by health authorities to keep their students, families, faculty and staff safe. The risk of injury and illness (i.e. communicable diseases such as MRSA, influenza, and Covid-19) to my child or myself from the activities involved in these programs are significant, including the potential for permanent disability and death. As the legal parent or guardian, I hereby release and hold harmless Mary Jo's Performing Arts Academy, its owners and operators from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action whatsoever, arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by the participant and/or the undersigned, while in or upon the premises or in route to or from any of said premises. I understand that appropriate physical contact is required during the instruction of dance, and I give permission for instructors to make appropriate physical contact with me or my child for such instruction. I understand Mary Jo's Performing Arts Academy reserves the right to refuse my business without notice. I understand Mary Jo's Performing Arts Academy reserves the right to refuse my business without notice.
Payments and Policies
MJPAA requires payments by credit card or bank draft to be placed on file unless all tuition and fees are paid in full. We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards.
Year-Long Tuition not paid by the 1st of the month will be assessed a $10 late fee.
A service charge of $25.00 will be assessed on all returned checks.
I understand Mary Jo's Performing Arts Academy is assessed a fee each time a credit card is declined. Therefore, I am aware if my credit card is declined I will be assessed a $10.00 charge each time this occurs. It is my responsibility to keep my credit card information current.
When each session begins, the Academy calendar is posted on bulletin boards as well as our website. Stay informed by checking the bulletin boards and our website often. It is the parents responsibility to follow up and stay informed with Academy current events. We use email as the primary source of communication.
Mary Jo's Performing Arts Academy reserves the right to place students according to their age, ability level and experience. Some classes may require pre-requisities or director approval. Mary Jo's Performing Arts Academy has the right to cancel any class with insufficient registration. I understand the schedule, instructors and prices are subject to change.
MAKE UP
When you register for a class at MJPAA, it is expected that you will make it a priority and attend each week. Make up lessons are generally not available in another class, due to instructor/student ratios that we adhere to for safety reasons. Extreme cases may be brought to the Director.
If you have any program or protocol concerns please contact us at: info@mjpaa.com or (813) 969-0240 ext. 231.
Registration
School Year-Long Classes Registration Fee is $65 per student per year. Each additional sibling is $20. Adult Class Registration Fee is $20 per year. Outreach Program Registration Fee is $25.
Credit cards are not charged at this time in order for our office to review your enrollment and make sure proper placement and discounts are applied. The credit card submitted with your registration will automatically be charged within 3-5 business days. This automatic charge includes Registration fee and first month's tuition.
Private Lessons do not have a registration fee.
Summer, Fall, Winter & Spring 6-12 week sessions do not have a registration fee. Please refer to our summer brochure for early registration, multi-week and multi-class discounts. For all summer camps and classes there is a sibling discount of 10% for each additional child. Early Registration Discounts are applicable if full payment is received by the early bird deadline. A 50% of total tuition fee will be charged to your credit card or bank draft submitted with your registration within 3-5 business days. All tuition fees must be paid in full no later than one week prior to your first day of class or camps.
Cancellation of Enrollment
I understand all fees and class tuitions are non-refundable.
Camps, Workshops and Sessions are non-refundable.
For Year-Long classes, you are responsible for tuition until enrollment is cancelled. If classes change to virtual, tuition installments and agreement remains the same.
To officially cancel enrollment in Year-Long Classes:
-A completed MJPAA drop form must be filled out and submitted to our Business Administration Office by the 20th of the month.
-If the MJPAA drop form is not received by the 20th of the month, you will be charged for the next tuition installment and then enrollment will be cancelled.
Payment Agreement
I give permission for Mary Jo's Performing Arts Academy to withdraw tuition installments from my card or bank draft I have provided.
I understand it is my responsibility to provide updated card information prior to the expiration date. I understand this method of payment can be used up to 30 days after written termination of enrollment is received by the Business Administration Office.
Failure to keep my tuition current may result in student not being allowed to participate in classes or rehearsals. MJPAA reserves the right to use the service of a collection agency or similar institution. If collection and/or litigation become necessary I will be liable for any and all collection attorney and court fees.
Year-Long Payment options:
1. Autopay- 1st of Month (Credit/debit card or bank draft)
2. Annually- Payment in full by the first day of year-long classes will receive a 5% discount.
Summer Session Payment options:
1. Summer- Autopay Full Payment (Charge my credit card or bank draft on file in full at time of registration.)
2. Summer- Run by April 30th (Charge my credit card or bank draft on file for half of the total fee at registration time. Charge the balance on my credit card or bank draft on file on April 30th to receive the early registration discount.)
3. Summer- Run Week Before Camp (Charge my credit card or bank draft on file for half of the total fee at registration time. Charge the balance on my credit card or bank draft on file one week before the first day of class or camp and receive no early registration discounts.)
Photo & Video Release
I understand and acknowledge that, from time to time throughout the year, my child may be photographed and/or videotaped while participating in classes and/or functions involving MJPAA. I do hereby authorize Mary Jo's Performing Arts Academy to use these photographs and videotapes for the purposes of illustration, advertisement and publication in any manner whatsoever.
Music Dept Private Lessons
Private Lessons MJPAA Music Department
New students may register for a $35 / 30 minute evaluation class.
Our office will contact you to finalize registration for ongoing lessons.
Private lessons are sold in packages of four. Private lessons are non refundable and no refunds or credits can be given for missed lessons. Cancellation of a private lesson must be called in via our absentee line 813-969-0240 press 3 or email attendance@mjpaa.com with at least a 24 hour advance notice. Failure to provide at least a 24 hour notice will result in being charged for the lesson and no make up opportunity will be offered.
All payments must be set up through automatic credit card/bank draft online, or with our business office. No payment may be given to instructors at any time. To assure your reserved spot will be held, credit cards or bank draft will automatically be charged prior to the student's fourth lesson. In order to cancel your private lesson agreement, a 15 day written notice must be emailed to accounting@mjpaa.com. No spot will remain reserved without advance payment.
Concert Information
I am aware any class not eligible to participate in Concert is denoted on the class description when enrolling.
Some additional electives may not participate in Concert.
