SEPTEMBER UPDATES

Updates and news for September

Spring has sprung and we are now approaching the end of Term 3!

There is quite a lot happening in the next few weeks - Open Days, Townsville Eisteddfod and Sydney ADA Championships - so we thought you would appreciate an update.

• Our Term 3 Open Days will be held in the last week of classes. Most classes are working hard on their recital items, or polishing their Eisteddfod groups, so in the majority of cases, parents will only come into the studio for the last 15 minutes or so of the lesson. Some classes have opted not to have an Open Day, as they have just begun recital work and don't feel they have enough to really show off just yet. Tiny Tots families are welcome to come along for the entire lesson. For new families, once a term we invite parents and family members to come into the studio to see what their child has been working on in class. You are welcome to take photos and videos during the Open Day, but please be mindful of the privacy of others if sharing.
• The Townsville Eisteddfod Dance week commences on 20th September. We have dozens of students performing in solos, duos and trios, as well as 15 groups in Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical and Tap. We wish all our students well and hope they enjoy showing off all their hard work! There will be some extra rehearsals for the Eisteddfod Groups from 20th September. Eisteddfod group costumes can be collected from the Pirani Hall office on Friday 5th September 2pm-5pm and Saturday 6th September 9am-12pm. Please note that all fees and costume invoices must be paid before the costume can be issued.
• On 27th September, Miss Jane and Andre will be heading to Sydney with a group of 44 dancers to perform at the Australasian Dance Association Championships. Our students will compete with students from around Australasia in groups, solos, duos and Syllabus sections proudly representing Townsville and our school. They will also have a few days to enjoy the sights of Sydney and take in a performance of "Back to the Future - The Musical".
• There will be NO CLASSES FROM SATURDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER TO SUNDAY 5TH OCTOBER. Afternoon and Evening classes will resume on Monday 6th October. Teenies, Tiny Tots and other morning classes will resume on Tuesday 7th October.
• Once we are back in Term 4 the rest of the year will fly by as we head towards the Annual Recital in December. Please remember to check your emails regularly for any important information. You can also join our private Facebook group - Ann Roberts In the Loop - as we post all information there as a back-up communication tool. We also try to keep our website up to date and post any updates on our 'News' page.
• As we approach the end of Term 3, it's a good idea to check your term fees are up to date and costume invoices are paid. If you are unsure, please email our office.

If at any time you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to send us an email. We are always happy to help.