Vassiliev Academy of Classical Ballet
CEO/Founder/Artistic Director: Andrei Vassiliev
ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICANT BY VASSILIEV ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL BALLET
The Vassiliev Academy of Classical Ballet, is committed to a policy of providing scholastic opportunities to all qualified people and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.
Upon review of the information contained in this Application, the Vassiliev Academy may thereafter either ‘Accept’ or ‘Deny’ any Applicant for enrollment into the Academy. The Applicant shall then by notified in writing of any such decision by the Academy in a timely fashion. An Applicant who is ‘Accepted’ into the Vassiliev Academy shall thereinafter be called a “Student”.
Upon Acceptance into the Academy, both Student, as well as his/her Parent(s)/Guardian(s), hereby expressly agree to, and by signing, to be jointly and severally liable for, the Total Cost of Student’s enrollment accommodation at the Academy, as described herein.
STUDENT WITHDRAWAL FROM THE ACADEMY CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
The Academy hereby reserves the right to require the withdrawal from the Academy of any Student who fails to make satisfactory progress and conduct, subject to the class-specific performance standards and satisfactory progress and conduct as described and required by the
If a withdrawal is desired by the Student (or the Parent(s) or Guardian(s)), one full term’s notice in writing must be given to permit a withdrawal of the Student from the Should any Student withdraw without this prior written notice given, this Agreement requires that the Student (or the Parent or Guardian(s)) shall pay the full amount of fees and costs owed to the Academy (not just the Parental Contribution) for the subsequent term, in addition to any current fees or costs for the term during which the Student withdraws.
Any Student choosing to withdraw from the Academy after the commencement of classes is to provide written notice to the Director of the notice must include the expected last date of attendance, and be signed and dated by the Student.
Only under special circumstances, a Student may request, in writing, a leave of absence from the Academy, which shall include the date the Student anticipates the leave beginning and Should the Student fail to return from a leave, the expected return date as anticipated by the Student shall thereinafter constitute the withdrawal date of the Student from the Academy.
A Student will be considered withdrawn from the Academy if the Student misses seven consecutive instructional days and all of the days are
Other than those specifically defined in this Agreement, the Academy will not issue any other refunds on tuition or fees.
Health and Safety Procedures
The Vassiliev Academy has done everything possible to provide a safe and healthy place of work. It is important that the changing rooms, studios and student recreational areas are kept clean and tidy. Please remember to wear shoes at all times around the building.
Injuries
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All injuries must be reported as soon as possible and an appointment made with the physiotherapist.
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Students are allowed to consult other outside specialists. Please keep the Vassiliev Academy stuff informed of appointments, treatment and feedback.
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Students who are injured should still attend class as an observer. In some cases a rehabilitation program will have been designed for them to work on in the body conditioning rooms during class time. If this is the case the student must ensure that the class teacher has been informed.
Nutrition
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Students are expected to maintain healthy eating and drinking habits. The Vassiliev Academy Nutritionist visits on a weekly basis and is available for consultation.
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Supplies of water are available throughout the building. Healthy snacks can be purchased from the vending machines in the Common Room.
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Students, whose physical condition is causing concern, will be referred to the Nutritionist for advice.
Emergency procedures
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All students will be informed of the arrangements in the event of a fire. Please make sure that you are aware of the position of fire exits and evacuation procedures. Regular fire drills will be held once you join the Academy.
Alcohol, Tobacco and Drugs
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Smoking is discouraged and is not allowed on Vassiliev Academy premises or at the Academy’s residential accommodation at any time. Students should remember that they help to create the image of the Vassiliev Academy and should therefore desist from smoking on their way to and from Academy and while representing the Academy on official visits.
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Alcohol is not allowed on Academy premises or at the school’s residential accommodation. Students must not consume alcohol at any stage of the Academy day and are advised that should they be found to be in possession of alcohol they are likely to be suspended from the Vassiliev Academy of Classical Ballet.
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The possession of drugs and the use of drugs is not only damaging to your health but is also illegal. The Vassiliev Academy will take a very serious view on anyone found in possession or under the influence of illegal drugs or other substances. The Vassiliev Academy of Classical Ballet has zero tolerance of the use of illegal substances.
Aim
The policy aims to make clear the Academy’s approach to the problem of drugs. It sets out the policy on drug education and makes clear the procedures that should be followed in responding to drug-related incidents.
All staff, students and parents should be clear about the action that will be taken in any drug related incident.
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Staff should ensure that all cases of misuse of drugs, or suspected misuse, are reported to the Director or another member of the leadership group.
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In all instances involving substance misuse or supply on the school’s premises the Vassiliev Academy will seek to inform parents and ask for their co-operation.
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The Vassiliev Academy will consider each drug incident separately however, the Director believe that it’s essential that parents and students are clear about the normal sanctions that will be applied in particular instances, as follows:
A student who supplies any illegal drugs on the Vassiliev Academy premises will normally be permanently excluded for a first offense. In the case of the supply of a drug which is legal (including over-the–counter drugs) the Director will assess the seriousness of the incident before deciding whether to exclude permanently or for a fixed period. ‘Supply’ includes retailing drugs on the premises, communicating with a drug dealer on behalf of another student of the school, introducing fellow students to a drug dealer, and any other instance of procuring legal or illegal drugs for him/herself or other students. ‘Supply’ includes supplying for money or free-of-charge.
A student who has any legal or illegal drug in his/her possession will normally be excluded for a fixed period FOR A FIRST OFFENSE. The Vassiliev Academy will also determine what counseling needs to be provided and/or other action needs to be taken during or after the exclusion. As a condition of the student returning to Academy the student may be required to undergo regular or random tests for drug misuse, under the supervision of medically qualified staff.
For a SECOND OFFENSE the Director will determine whether a further fixed term exclusion is appropriate, or whether it is appropriate to exclude permanently. In coming to a decision the Director will take into account any medical/police/social service/ drug adviser reports that may be available, and consider whether further counseling or testing is appropriate.
Offenses during the holidays
If a student is involved in a drug-related incident during the Vassiliev Academy holidays the Director will assess the implications for the student and the Academy and determine the best course of action bearing in mind the interests of the student and the interests of the Academy and wider community. The Vassiliev Academy will consult the appropriate Police Officer or other agencies before making a decision.
Health and Safety Procedures
In line with all other schools we have drawn up an anti-bullying policy and a complaints procedure. It goes without saying that no form of anti-social behavior will be tolerated at the Vassiliev Academy of Classical Ballet. We enjoy a civilized atmosphere in the Vassiliev Academy and anyone found to be spoiling this through their unreasonable behavior to others can expect to be treated most severely.
Anti-Bullying Policy Aims
We wish to make it clear to all students and staff bullying is always unacceptable.
We are trying to establish an environment free from threats of any kind and from any source.
We want to allow all members of our community the opportunity to develop their skills and abilities, to be happy and to feel secure.
We want all members of our community to have confidence that, if they are bullied, their complaints will be received sympathetically, investigated promptly, and treated in a sensitive manner which respects confidentiality.
Definition:
Bullying involves a deliberate and hurtful act of intimidation, humiliation or malice carried out by a person or group in a strong position against a person or group in a weaker position. It usually, but not always, involves repetition rather than a single isolated incident. It can be overt (e.g. name calling) or covert (e.g. ignoring somebody).
The three main types of bullying are:
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Physical hitting, kicking, biting, pinching, taking or hiding property
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Verbal name calling, teasing, insulting, writing nasty notes
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Emotional excluding, isolating, tormenting, spreading rumors
‘Missing Students’ & ‘Uncollected Students’ Policies
In line with all other schools we have drawn up an anti-bullying policy and a complaints procedure. It goes without saying that no form of anti-social behavior will be tolerated at the Vassiliev Academy of Classical Ballet. We enjoy a civilized atmosphere in the Vassiliev Academy and anyone found to be spoiling this through their unreasonable behavior to others can expect to be treated most severely.