RATES
Below are our 2023-2024 tuition and registration rates for the season. Please be sure to visit our "Policies" page in order to assure great communication and a smooth, happy season of Performing Arts Instruction!
* Classes meet one time per week.
* Classes are billed individually by length of time for each class.
* Registration Fees: A yearly fee of $36 for one student & $16 for each additional sibling is due at the time of registration.
Group Class: Quarterly Tuition (8 weeks):
30 min. $96
45 min. $128
60 min. $145
70-75 min. $150
90 min. $158
Private Voice = $187 per quarter
Semi-private voice w/ 2 people = $140 per quarter
Semi-private voice w/ 3 people = $122 per quarter
Costume Fees for Spring Performance for dance and group voice classes (Boogie Babies do not need costumes):
Costume charges range between $60-$65. These are added on to the statement at the beginning of Quarter 2, and need to be paid by December 15th. They can be paid all at once or as installments, whatever works best for your family.
Discounts:
A. 10% discounts are given to siblings and students taking multiple classes (Does not include Private Lessons)
B. 5 Class Package: $590 per quarter up to 5 Group Classes (Does not include Private Lessons)
C. 6+ Class Package: After reaching the 5 Class Package Rate, continue to add on at only $35 per additional class!
Please note:
* We have a NO REFUNDS policy. Upside: We also do not require contracts or drop out fees:)
* There is a $15 late fee for past due accounts. Students will be unable to participate if accounts are more than two weeks passed due.
* There is a $25 returned check fee.
* Classes meet one time per week.
* Classes are billed individually by length of time for each class.
* Registration Fees: A yearly fee of $36 for one student & $16 for each additional sibling is due at the time of registration.
Group Class: Quarterly Tuition (8 weeks):
30 min. $96
45 min. $128
60 min. $145
70-75 min. $150
90 min. $158
Private Voice = $187 per quarter
Semi-private voice w/ 2 people = $140 per quarter
Semi-private voice w/ 3 people = $122 per quarter
Costume Fees for Spring Performance for dance and group voice classes (Boogie Babies do not need costumes):
Costume charges range between $60-$65. These are added on to the statement at the beginning of Quarter 2, and need to be paid by December 15th. They can be paid all at once or as installments, whatever works best for your family.
Discounts:
A. 10% discounts are given to siblings and students taking multiple classes (Does not include Private Lessons)
B. 5 Class Package: $590 per quarter up to 5 Group Classes (Does not include Private Lessons)
C. 6+ Class Package: After reaching the 5 Class Package Rate, continue to add on at only $35 per additional class!
Please note:
* We have a NO REFUNDS policy. Upside: We also do not require contracts or drop out fees:)
* There is a $15 late fee for past due accounts. Students will be unable to participate if accounts are more than two weeks passed due.
* There is a $25 returned check fee.
FORTE POLICIES & PROCEDURES
Please read over our policies and procedures page carefully, as there is a lot of information covered throughout. On this page you can access important information on our Financial policies, Communication, Expectations, our Holidays calendar as well as our Snow Policy and Drop off and Pick Up information.
Financial
1. Registration -There will be an annual non-refundable registration fee of $35 per student ($15 for each sibling) which must be paid in full before a student is placed on the class list and allowed to participate.
2. Tuition Payments – Quarterly tuition payments will be due at time of registration and then again in Nov., Jan. & March
3. Late Fees- A $15.00 late fee will be added to ALL accounts that are 7 days past due. Payments are expected to be on time regardless of whether or not your child has been in class.***Students will not be allowed to participate in class if accounts are more than 2 weeks late and no payment arrangements have been made. Students will not be allowed to participate in any performances if accounts are not up to date.****
4. Returned Checks- A charge of $25 will be billed to your account for any returned checks.
5. Refunds – Forte Studios has a NO REFUND policy. If your student decides to stop participation, they may finish out that quarter’s worth of classes. No refunds will be given if they choose not to finish with the quarter. If your student is dismissed from classes for any reason,there will be no refund.
6. End of Year Show (Dancers & Singers) – There are additional costume costs involved in performing at the end of the year. You will receive a separate costume bill with Quarter 2 tuition. All costume balances are due by December 15th. Once costumes are ordered, no refunds can be given. We have to pay in full at the time of the order and companies will not allow refunds. (NOTE: Boogie Babies do not have costume charges, as they have in studio performances.)
2. Tuition Payments – Quarterly tuition payments will be due at time of registration and then again in Nov., Jan. & March
3. Late Fees- A $15.00 late fee will be added to ALL accounts that are 7 days past due. Payments are expected to be on time regardless of whether or not your child has been in class.***Students will not be allowed to participate in class if accounts are more than 2 weeks late and no payment arrangements have been made. Students will not be allowed to participate in any performances if accounts are not up to date.****
4. Returned Checks- A charge of $25 will be billed to your account for any returned checks.
5. Refunds – Forte Studios has a NO REFUND policy. If your student decides to stop participation, they may finish out that quarter’s worth of classes. No refunds will be given if they choose not to finish with the quarter. If your student is dismissed from classes for any reason,there will be no refund.
6. End of Year Show (Dancers & Singers) – There are additional costume costs involved in performing at the end of the year. You will receive a separate costume bill with Quarter 2 tuition. All costume balances are due by December 15th. Once costumes are ordered, no refunds can be given. We have to pay in full at the time of the order and companies will not allow refunds. (NOTE: Boogie Babies do not have costume charges, as they have in studio performances.)
Communication/Holiday/Snow Days
1. Communication - Email is our main source of communication. Parents are responsible for being informed of upcoming events, tuition deadlines, rehearsals, etc. regardless of email status. Please let us know if your email address changes or you think you are not receiving messages!
2. Questions/Concerns – We do our best to provide the most professional, organized and friendly atmosphere possible. If you have a question or concern, please do not approach the instructor during class time or between classes. Leave a message at the front desk &/or send us an email with your concerns. Your input is very valuable to us. This gives us time to hear what you are saying and take the next step in resolving things. Often there is simply a miscommunication. If you are not satisfied with the results, the directors will be happy to arrange a time to meet or talk on the phone.
3. Withdraw – PLEASE let us know ASAP if you are withdrawing so that we can adjust our class plans and allow a new student to fill the empty space. If a student misses 2 weeks in a row with no notice, we may assume he/she is not returning. We may fill the spot with a new student. No refunds will be given.
4. Holidays – We DO NOT always follow the same holiday schedule as Mt. Horeb Schools. Please check the website “Important Dates” page for Forte’s holiday schedule.
5. Snow Policy – Forte Studios DOES NOT follow any school district closing for inclement weather. If we cancel, we will update our voicemail and website home page immediately. We will make a decision by 2:00pm if the weather is questionable.) Normal voicemail and website means that we have not cancelled. You are always welcome to schedule a make-up class if you feel unsafe or if we do cancel. No refunds will be given for snow days.
2. Questions/Concerns – We do our best to provide the most professional, organized and friendly atmosphere possible. If you have a question or concern, please do not approach the instructor during class time or between classes. Leave a message at the front desk &/or send us an email with your concerns. Your input is very valuable to us. This gives us time to hear what you are saying and take the next step in resolving things. Often there is simply a miscommunication. If you are not satisfied with the results, the directors will be happy to arrange a time to meet or talk on the phone.
3. Withdraw – PLEASE let us know ASAP if you are withdrawing so that we can adjust our class plans and allow a new student to fill the empty space. If a student misses 2 weeks in a row with no notice, we may assume he/she is not returning. We may fill the spot with a new student. No refunds will be given.
4. Holidays – We DO NOT always follow the same holiday schedule as Mt. Horeb Schools. Please check the website “Important Dates” page for Forte’s holiday schedule.
5. Snow Policy – Forte Studios DOES NOT follow any school district closing for inclement weather. If we cancel, we will update our voicemail and website home page immediately. We will make a decision by 2:00pm if the weather is questionable.) Normal voicemail and website means that we have not cancelled. You are always welcome to schedule a make-up class if you feel unsafe or if we do cancel. No refunds will be given for snow days.
Class & Student Expectations
1. Class Placement -- Forte Staff reserves the right to place students in the classes we feel are most appropriate for that student regardless of age. Ages, Grade levels, and skill levels are all taken into consideration when placing students. We want them to have the best experience possible. Respecting our expertise in this area is greatly appreciated.
2. Class Contracts – Many classes will be implementing age appropriate “Class Expectation Agreements”. A copy of the agreements will be posted in the studios at the start of the season.
3. Attendance – In order to have the best experience, regular attendance is a must. Classes WILL NOT be refunded or credited due to student absences or snow days. PLEASE CALL TO INFORM US OF ANY ABSENCES. We need to know that our students are safe. We often need to revise our class plans based on a student’s absence. We understand that some absences are unavoidable. Call or email to schedule a make-up lesson.
4. Tardiness – Students are expected to be dressed and in the studio ready to go at the start of class time. Early is even better. Tardiness is disruptive to everyone involved in the class. PLEASE CALL TO INFORM US IF YOUR STUDENT WILL BE LATE. Continual tardiness may result in dismissal from class. No refund will be given.
5. Dress Code/Class Behavior – Students are expected to follow the Forte Dress Code and Class Expectations Agreements. Continuous disruptive, inappropriate or rude behavior will result in dismissal from class. No refunds will be given. No gum, candy, food, drinks other than water, or street shoes are allowed in the teaching area.
6. Parental Supervision – Students in 2nd grade and younger should have a parent present at the beginning and end of class. Students in 3rd grade and older, may wait without a parent, provided they are able to remain quiet in the halls and respectful at all times.
7. Pick Up –For safety reasons, students waiting to be picked up, should wait inside the front door.
8. Lobby Noise – The lobby needs to remain as quiet as possible while classes are in session. Private voice students and office staff are especially affected by the loud noises in the lobby.
9. No “Hanging Out” – While we love all of our students, they are not allowed to use Forte as a place to hang out! We simply do not have the space for that. If they do not have a class, then they should not be here.