Junior Division Resources
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Announcments
Summer Intensive 2020 Announcements
Plans are still moving forward for this year’s Summer Intensive to be a safe, healthy and excellent learning experience for all our students. Please read the statement below regarding tuition and/or deposit refunds.
Tuition Withdrawal/Refund Policy: In regard to the tuition withdrawal policies, it is understood that sometimes unexpected issues arise making it impossible for a child to participate. Therefore, as stated in our published refund policy, the $300 tuition deposit is always non-refundable regardless of the reason for cancellation (COVID-related exceptions are stated below). Should a student withdraw from the Summer Intensive before the first day of the program, all tuition paid above the $300 will be refunded. Written notice of the withdrawal must be received in writing before the first day of the program.
Housing Withdrawal/Refund Policy: As stated in our published refund policy, housing deposits are always non-refundable regardless of the reason for cancellation (COVID-related exceptions are stated below).
COVID19 Related Withdrawals/Cancellations: Should The Ailey School, and/or Centers for Disease Control (CDC), or other government health recommendations require us to cancel the 2020 Summer Intensive, all tuition, fees and housing payments made would be fully refunded. Additionally, should international students be unable to attend due to travel restrictions and/or bans, or the inability to obtain the necessary entry visas due to government restrictions, all tuition, fees and housing payments made would be fully refunded.
The Ailey School is closely monitoring and following recommendations from the CDC, state, and federal governments. In the meantime, we hope this guidance provided by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will help everyone’s efforts to keep health, safety and security a top priority.
Dear Parents and Students,
We hope that you are keeping healthy and continue to follow the safety guidelines of the CDC regarding the coronavirus outbreak. Since our last communication sent on Friday, March 13, 2020, there have been several updates regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and mandatory closures throughout the city. Mayor Bill de Blasio has ordered the closing of all nightclubs, movie theaters, theaters, and concert venues. Restaurants, bars and cafes can do take out business only. In addition, the NYC Department of Education has closed school buildings for instruction.
To limit your family's risk of exposure to the coronavirus, we feel it is best to adhere to the policies and guidelines established by the City officials. The Ailey School will not reopen on March 30th. Administrative staff will work remotely and all Junior Division classes will be suspended until, at least, Monday, April 20th.
These are unprecedented times. Please know that decisions to close are not made lightly. The health and safety of all members of the Ailey School community continues to be our main priority. We know that you will miss coming to classes. Unfortunately, at this time, we are not equipped with the resources required to offer remote instruction for Junior Division students. We will issue refunds for the cancelled classes after classes resume. The Ailey School will continue to communicate with you regarding any updates via email. This page will be updated regularly with new developments as well. Also feel free to reach out to your parent liaison should you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Tracy Inman and Melanie Person
Co-Directors of The Ailey School
Evaluations
Fall 2019 Evaluations are in the process of being sent, and should be received via USPS or E-mail by mid-February. Please see below the FAQs for the Fall 2019 Evaluations:
Fall 2019 FAQ's
Junior Division Important Dates and Orientation Schedules
First Steps and Bounding Boys Creative Movement Program
First Steps / Bounding Boys Orientation Schedule
Pre-Professional Training Program (Ailey Athletic Boys Dance and Levels I-VII)
Ailey Athletic Boys Orientation Schedule
Level III-IV Orientation Schedule
Level V-VII Orientation Schedule
Absences
Students in the Junior Division Program are permitted three absences per semester. Please fill out the appropriate Absence Notification Form below prior to the date of the absences and no later than within 48 hours of the class(es) missed. If you have any questions, please email juniordivision@alvinailey.org.
First Steps & Bounding Boys Absence
Pre-Professional (Levels I-VII & AABD) Absence
Preferred Dancewear of The Ailey School
Use code VEBZMG to order your dancewear online
and BLOCH will donate a portion of the proceeds to The Ailey School.