Heritage Academy of Music and the Arts
Welcome to Heritage Academy of Music and the Arts!
Check in with us right on this site to get your name on the scheduling list for private
lessons and classes.  The teachers will do all they can to accommodate your family
needs and schedules.  We welcome private students for piano, organ, violin, viola,
drawing,.  Please see Courses for schedules and course descriptions.


INTRODUCTION
    Welcome to the Heritage Academy of Music and the Arts.  Our mission is to
    provide an affordable opportunity for children, adults and families to develop
    skills in musical and artistic expression as an avenue to nurturing intellectual
    and emotional growth.

POLICIES

    NON-DISCRIMINATION
    Classes and lessons are open to all people regardless of race, sex, religion, age,
    disability or national origin.

    REGISTRATION FEES
    An academy registration fee is charged each semester (fall/winter and summer)
    and is non-refundable unless a class is cancelled by the Academy.  This fee is to
    be paid at the time of registration. Please make checks payable to Peace in
    Christ.
    Semester (Sept & Jan):  $25.00 ($30.00 for 2 children, $35.00 for 3, etc)
                                            Yearly:  $45.00 ($55.00 for 2 children, $65.00 for 3, etc)

    TUITION
    One-third tuition due at the time of registration. Balance is due on the first day
    of class. A three–installment payment plan is available upon request. For
    students taking private lessons, tuition for the first month is due at the time of
    registration. Private lessons will be billed on a monthly basis. Please make
    checks payable to Peace in Christ.

    SCHOLARSHIPS
    Scholarships are available, on a limited basis, to those who           demonstrate a
    need. We welcome scholarship students to apply. Contact the office for
    additional information.

    MATERIALS FEE
    Some classes require a materials fee to cover the cost of books, other supplies
    or costume attire. These fees are paid directly to the instructor on the first day
    of class. Please make your check payable to the instructor, unless otherwise
    indicated.

    REFUNDS
    Refunds for tuition are given only when a student withdraws, in writing, five
    days prior to the first scheduled class. No credits or refunds will be given after
    that time. Registration fees are non-refundable.

    CLASS SIZES
    Class sizes are limited allowing each student to receive individual attention
    appropriate for their age and skill level. Acceptance into a class is on a first-
    come basis. When a class limit is reached, you may request to be added to a
    waiting list. In the event a student cancels, or if a new class is added, those on
    the waiting list will be contacted. You will receive a call ONLY if a space
    becomes available.

    CONFIRMATION
    Registration will be confirmed by E-mail.

    DROP OFF AND DISMISSAL
    Parents will be required to complete a medical release form for their
    child/children at the first class. Parents and caregivers are required to sign
    children in and out of class if they are not participating in the class along with
    their child. If someone other than a parent is picking up your child, you must
    send a written note with details. Please be sure to pick him/her up promptly
    after class. Administrative staff are not responsible for supervising children
    outside of teaching time.

    MISSED CLASSES
    A make-up lesson or class will be scheduled if the missed session is due to
    unforeseen scheduling conflict with Peace in Christ (e.g., funeral) or teacher
    absence. Make-up classes will be added at the end of the semester. Missed
    classes due to student’s absence are not made up. Those taking private lessons
    will receive a credit for missed classes, if they have notified their instructor in
    advance of their intentions to miss a lesson.

    HOLIDAYS
    Classes and lessons will not be held
    March 20—28 for Easter/Spring Break

    INCLEMENT WEATHER
    If Frederick County Schools are closed due to inclement weather, classes and
    lessons will be canceled for that day as well. Those scheduled for weekend
    classes will be contacted directly by the instructor.
Intricately weaving the skills of the past into future generations.