november newsletter

Dancers and their families have continued to do an excellent job wearing their masks in classes and following protocols to help keep everyone safe and our classes running smoothly.  As a reminder, please visit this link frequently to stay up to date with the newest symptoms and instructions. Do not bring your dancer to the studio if they are displaying any of the listed symptoms, if you are waiting for covid-19 test results, or if your family has been in close contact with a positive covid-19 case. 

• Nov 11 – Remembrance Day Classes Cancelled
• Nov 9-15 – Fall Break, Regular classes (except for November 11)
• Nov 15 – Competition Fees Due
• Nov 14, 15 - 1820 Dance Convention, Fantasyland Hotel 
• Dec 15-21 – Pajama Week
• Dec 15 – Costume Fees Due
• Dec 21 – Last Day of Classes – Christmas Break

Dance Attire
All dancers are expected to wear appropriate, fitted dance attire to classes.  Teachers prefer bodysuits and tights for most classes, always with hair pulled back.  For ballet, dancers must have their hair in a neat bun.
Competition Fees
Competitions have been hard at work to secure venues and come up with strategic plans that help to ensure dancer safety.  As a reminder, competition fees will be charged to your account Nov 15.  Competition credits from 2020 will be posted to your accounts Nov 15 as well.
Parking Lot Safety
With the use of exterior entrances, the parking lot at Step By Step, as well as the street, are even busier than normal. 

• Please drive slowly and with caution. 
• Remind your dancers about parking lot safety – including NO running through the parking lot.
• Avoid using the road for parking or pick ups/drop offs.  There have been a number of close calls with dancers crossing the road.  A walkway will be available on the west side of the building for parents and dancers to use.
• Parents are NOT permitted to drive in the back parking lots for pick up or drop off.

We understand that many families may be in a rush but your diligence in slowing down and driving safely helps ensure that everyone gets home safely!
Late Pick Ups or Arrivals
As always, dancers and families are encouraged to be on time for dance classes.  With the cooler weather and darker evenings upon us, dancers whose parents are late should go to the front lobby to wait inside until their ride arrives.  Dancers should not wait outside alone for their ride.  Dancers that arrive late should knock loudly on their studio door to let their teacher know they are waiting.
Outdoor Gear
Hangers for winter jackets will be available in each studio starting soon.  Dancers should also do their best to wear footwear that is quick to slip on and off. 
DPA Fundraisers
The Dance Parents Association is excited to offer 2 new fundraisers.  Both would make fantastic Christmas gifts and will be picked up from the studio in December (date tba).
Epicure Seasonings Weeknight Dinners Collection
This offer is 5 easy meal solutions and 1 dessert option. The collection includes:

• Taco Seasoning
• Sweet & Sour Stir-Fry Seasoning
• Pulled Chicken Seasoning
• Southern Baked Gluten Free Crumb Mix
• Mac & Cheese Seasoning
• Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix

To purchase Epicure Seasonings packets, please see attached brochure and order form.  Please return your completed order form to your dance teacher no later than November 22nd.
Note: Cheques must be made out to SBSDPA (Step By Step Dance Parents Association).
Jacek Chocolates
This offer is for many of the decadent chocolates created by Sherwood Park’s very own Chocolatier.
To make purchases for Jacek Chocolate, please click on the link below.  All orders need to be completed by November 22nd.
When you are done shopping, go to your cart and enter the code: SBS2020.   https://fundraising.jacekchocolate.com
Office Hours:
Weekdays – 3:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday – 8:30am-2:00pm
Please call and speak to the front desk before entering the studio. 
(780) 464-3788

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