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• Respect: Treat instructors, staff, and fellow students with kindness and professionalism. Bullying, harassment, or discrimination will not be tolerated.
• Professionalism: Arrive on time, be prepared, and follow all instructions from instructors and staff.
• Appropriate Language: No foul, inappropriate, or offensive language.
• Personal Responsibility: Take care of personal belongings and respect class materials.
• Zero-Tolerance for Physical Contact – Any physical contact that is aggressive, harmful, or inappropriate towards another student, teacher, or staff member is strictly forbidden and may result in immediate disciplinary 
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Theater Etiquette:

• Respect the Space: Do not touch props, costumes, or stage equipment without permission.
• Backstage Behavior: Maintain silence offstage to avoid disrupting rehearsals and performances.
• No Unauthorized Use of Equipment: Lighting, sound, and musical instruments may only be used under staff supervision.
• Cell Phone Use: Phones must be silenced and stored away unless approved for educational purposes.
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Studio and Performance Space Policies:

• No Food or Drinks: Only water in a sealed container is allowed. No gum permitted.
• Proper Attire: Wear appropriate class attire, including dancewear and closed-toe shoes when required.
• Cleanliness: Clean up after yourself in classrooms, studios, dressing rooms, and common spaces.
• Attendance: Regular attendance is required. Notify instructors in advance of absences.

Health and Wellness:

• If a student shows signs of illness (coughing, fever, runny nose, fatigue), they must stay home.

Respect for Casting Decisions:

• Casting is a thoughtful process. Students and families must respect decisions and approach them with maturity and professionalism.

Consequences for Policy Violations:

Violations may result in:

1. A verbal warning from an instructor or staff member.
2. A meeting with the student and their parent/guardian.
3. Suspension from class or performances.
4. Dismissal from the program for severe or repeated offenses.

By enrolling in SSPA, students and families agree to follow these policies, ensuring a positive and professional environment for all.

Thank you for being part of the Spindrift School of Performing Arts community!