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Maureen Onesti Academy

Academy Rules for 2011/2012
The Maureen Onesti Academy is affiliated to Comhdháil Múinteoirí Na Rincí Gaelacha

Update - 6th April 2012
Update regarding new rules from Comhdháil Múinteoirí Na Rincí Gaelacha
for all teachers within this organisation.

Ruling from MO to all parents within my dancing school

No parent should make contact with any minor/child from any other dancing school other than the school their child dances for
who are under the age of 16 on Facebook or any other form of social networking. If you are friends of children from other schools, can you
please delete them from you friends list or other devices.
No posting of photographs of dancers from other schools unless given permission of the children's
parents whos image appears on photographs. I will speak to all parents when the school is back to full attendance after the Easter holidays.

This ruling will apply to myself also as directed from my organisation as from their Child Protection rules.

Thanks everyone....... Maureen Onesti TCRG

Update - 29th September2011

Now that I've managed to speak to everyone who attended the meetings
this week, all rules (updated 29th Sept') are now posted below.

New Class Schedule for Wednesday & Thursday classes
Wednesday - Beginners class - 6pm till 7.15pm
Thursday - Up to U10 - 5.30pm till 7pm Everyone else 7pm till 8.30/9pm
All other classes may be subject to review.....I will let everyone know as soon
as there are any further changes.

No more 'fast food'take-aways to be brought and consumed at the dance class.
This rule applies to all dancers no matter what class you attend.
No mobile phones to be used during class time.
No dancers allowed in the kitchen area (committee rule)

Parents at the Greenock class must keep the 'going in and out' of the hall
to a minimum & kitchen door must be closed at all times to keep noise
level to a minimum also.

Other rules were also discussed at our meetings. All rules discussed must be applied at all classes.

Any parents wishing to discuss anything relating to their child may come and speak to me or Cara
privately at any time. I am also contactable on my mobile

New Rules apply at all classes............We are going to be Fit & Very Healthy Lot :)
any dancers with special dietary or medical needs are exempt from any rules relating to eating in class.

Important Information Below on Voy Forums

VOY FORUMS - CAN I ASK ALL PARENTS, DANCERS, FRIENDS OF THE MAUREEN ONESTI ACADEMY IF THEY WOULD NOT
POST ANY MESSAGES ON ANY VOY FORUM - IF ANYONE DOES FEEL THE NEED TO POST ANYTHING, IT IS MY RULE THAT NO CHILD/DANCER OR INDEED MY SCHOOL NAME BE USED ON ANY POSTINGS UNLESS I HAVE GIVEN PRIOR PERMISSION
I have informed all voy moderators to remove my name if it should appear at anytime unless I have given permission for it to be published.
I thank everyone for their co-operation in this matter but 'child protection' will always be a priority within my dancing school and I feel these voy forums, at times, are not suitable for young dancers/children to view due to their content.

The Organisation the Maureen Onesti Academy is affiliated to Comhdháil Múinteoirí Na Rincí Gaelacha have also advised, for protection, all teachers/adjudicators/members be cautious in the use of these forums due to, at times, inaccurate information being posted. Once again, the Protection of young children is and always will be our priority.

Fees - As from 1st September 2009 , there are no arrangments to pay by class - All classes are payable on a monthly basis. Only new dancers will have the opportunity to pay per class for a limited period of 1 month (settling in period) No feis fees will be accepted if class fees are not settled each month. This new arrangement applies to all dancers within the Academy. A new class register will be in use as from 1st September.
Class Attendance - No dancers will be allowed to take part in Feiseanna if the don't attend class prior to any up and coming Feiseanna. This ruling will apply to dancers who are absent for any reason. If entry fees have been paid prior to absence from class, no refunds will be given by the class teacher, however each individual can apply to the Feis organiser.

Rules regarding all dancers at the Academy :-

Dancers, the following rules apply to all

Attendance - Arrive at class on time - Dancers who do not attend class regularly will not be allowed to take part in feiseanna until deemed suitable to take part by the teacher. This decision will be made by Maureen Onesti.
Behaviour - All dancers should show respect for all within the Academy at all times
Uniform - Wear correct attire at all times during class (a list can be found at the bottom of this page)
Hair should be neatly tied up and away from face
Health & Safety - please ensure the teacher is appraised of any health conditions that should be known and update this section within your 'class registration' document as required....This information is kept 'strictly Private & Confidential'
Eating & Drinking - bring plenty to drink whilst at class to prevent dehydration - No eating allowed whilst dancing.
Only fruit or yogurts allowed at class - No crips or sweeties allowed at any class unless medically advised to do otherwise
Practice - Use any 'free time' to practice at a free zone area within each hall
Mobile Phones - No mobile telephones to be used during class

Fees - Monthly fees should be settled by the date as per monthly invoice handout - Please Note~Unused fees from one month is not transferable to another month.
Fees - Monthly Class Fees cover each class and not the time spent at class. ie Fees cover Beginner Class
and Fees cover Intermediate/Open Class. The length of each class is deemed by the teacher as required for that
grade of dancer.
Class Structure - With immediate effect, beginner/primary dancers will only take part in their designated class, ie beginner class. All beginners will cover all steps and dances required within their allocated class time. This rule
applies to all beginner dancers up to age Under 10 or unless deemed otherwise by the teacher.
Practice ~ Practice ~ Practice....Remember there is no such word as 'I can't do that'
Dancers - Remember our motto "We're all in this together"

Rules will be updated regularly as required - Please keep checking this page for any updates!

Rules for all parents -

Parents - All parents should assist in the above rules regarding dancers
Dancer Information - If any parent has any concern regarding anything within the Academy, can I ask they please make contact with me and only me as a matter of great urgency so it can be dealt with quickly and confidentially
Dancers Well-being - All parents should appraise Maureen of any medical conditions immediately. These details will be held securely on file and kept strictly 'Private & Confidential'
Your Child - your child or children will be taught at a pace that is suited to their ability and are comfortable with and they will also be taught steps appropriate to the grades they have achieved.
Some Classes are 'parent free' e.g (Lithuanian Club & Port Glasgow classes) this is purely down to not having enough room for parent to sit in on class.
Can I ask all parents to comply to this rule. This rule is for all and no one should take it upon themselves to do
as they please. This rule applies to all dancers at the classes mentioned, ie (beginner & inter/open dancers)
Assistance - Can I ask all parents to refrain from discussing 'class private business' either within the class during class time or out with class time. It has been proved on many occasions in the past, that any business discussed either within the class or out with the class by parents is never accurate and can be wrongly 'over' exaggerated, and through no fault of their own many are given inaccurate details, which always comes to light in time! Most of the time, in experience, these people are knowingly trying to cause bother by causing unrest within the Academy. Any parent or dancer who is found to be using this method of causing unrest will be ask to leave immediately, as has been done in the past.
Always......If in doubt, please do not hesitate asking Maureen at any time as it's important that correct and accurate information is given to all.
Advice....if in doubt, ask Maureen
Emphasis should be placed at all times on making sure your child has an enjoyable experience when attending
the Maureen Onesti Academy, any assistance from any parents is always appreciated in this matter.
Fees - can I ask all parents to assist in timely fee payments for their child as per ' payment to be received no later than date'
instruction on their monthly invoice. Please Note~Unused fees from one month is not transferable to another month.
Fund Raising - your participation with all fund raising within the academy will be gratefully appreciated. Although, at certain times, your child may not benefit from certain types of fundraising, ie, Fund Raising for World Qualified Dancers, your child will one day be funded for various other ventures within the Academy. Can I please ask all parents to bear this in mind when they do not participate in fundraiser's which do not directly at that time involve their own child. Golden Rule - Fund raising will benefit all dancers within the Academy, if not today, then definitely tomorrow!!! Please Note - No parent shall take it upon themselve to arrange any displays or any other activity which will involve dancers 'in a display of show' capacity, from the Maureen Onesti Academy until approval is sought by Maureen.
Parents & Friends remember our motto - "We're all in this together"

Rules will be updated regularly as required - Please keep checking this page for any updates!

Class Attire

A new class uniform to be worm at all classes is currently under discussion, but in the meantime, please follow the guidelines below. These guidelines will apply at all classes regarding 'class attire'

Shorts - Dancers should wear comfortable lycra type shorts either worn with poodle socks or over black tights for the older dancers. Shorts with our Academy logo will be available shortly....Samples above
Vest Tops / T-Shirts - All dancers should wear a Vest Top or loose fitting T-Shirt. No short crop tops are allowed in class - A new selection of Vest Tops & T-Shirts with our Academy logo will be available shortly.
Tracksuits - All types of tracksuits can be worn at class, especially our new Academy Tracksuit, however, no tracksuit bottoms should be worn when dancing during class lessons. It has been known for tracksuit bottoms to wrap around your legs whilst dancing causing serious injuries. No tracksuit bottoms allowed during lessons . Alternative is thick black tights.
Hair & Jewellery - Hair should be tied back from the face. No jewellery which could cause injury should be worn during class lessons.
Footwear - appropriate footwear should be worn at all times during class.

All Irish Dancing accessories can be found at the Irish Jig Shop in Coatbridge - Click Here

All Irish Dancing Wigs can be found at Camelia Rose (Roseanne normally attends most Feiseanna also) - Click Here

Our Class Costume can be ordered directly from Tony at Celtic Yarns in Coatbridge - Click Here

Our Latest Class Costume

If any parent or dancers has any concerns regarding any details contained on this page,
then please do not hesitate contacting me.

Details can be found on the contact us page

All rules have been created by Maureen Onesti T.C.R.G
The Maureen Onesti Academy is affiliated to Comhdháil Múinteoirí Na Rincí Gaelacha

Website Designed and Developed by Maureen Onesti ~ www.rincewebdesigns.co.uk

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	Our Motto - "We're all in this together" Maureen Onesti Academy Academy Rules for 2011/2012 The Maureen Onesti Academy is affiliated to Comhdháil Múinteoirí Na Rincí Gaelacha Update - 6th April 2012 Update regarding new rules from Comhdháil Múinteoirí Na Rincí Gaelacha for all teachers within this organisation. Ruling from MO to all parents within my dancing school No parent should make contact with any minor/child from any other dancing school other than the school their child dances for who are under the age of 16 on Facebook or any other form of social networking. If you are friends of children from other schools, can you please delete them from you friends list or other devices. No posting of photographs of dancers from other schools unless given permission of the children's parents whos image appears on photographs. I will speak to all parents when the school is back to full attendance after the Easter holidays. This ruling will apply to myself also as directed from my organisation as from their Child Protection rules. Thanks everyone....... Maureen Onesti TCRG Update - 29th September2011 Now that I've managed to speak to everyone who attended the meetings this week, all rules (updated 29th Sept') are now posted below. New Class Schedule for Wednesday & Thursday classes Wednesday - Beginners class - 6pm till 7.15pm Thursday - Up to U10 - 5.30pm till 7pm Everyone else 7pm till 8.30/9pm All other classes may be subject to review.....I will let everyone know as soon as there are any further changes. No more 'fast food'take-aways to be brought and consumed at the dance class. This rule applies to all dancers no matter what class you attend. No mobile phones to be used during class time. No dancers allowed in the kitchen area (committee rule) Parents at the Greenock class must keep the 'going in and out' of the hall to a minimum & kitchen door must be closed at all times to keep noise level to a minimum also. Other rules were also discussed at our meetings. All rules discussed must be applied at all classes. Any parents wishing to discuss anything relating to their child may come and speak to me or Cara privately at any time. I am also contactable on my mobile New Rules apply at all classes............We are going to be Fit & Very Healthy Lot :) any dancers with special dietary or medical needs are exempt from any rules relating to eating in class. Important Information Below on Voy Forums VOY FORUMS - CAN I ASK ALL PARENTS, DANCERS, FRIENDS OF THE MAUREEN ONESTI ACADEMY IF THEY WOULD NOT POST ANY MESSAGES ON ANY VOY FORUM - IF ANYONE DOES FEEL THE NEED TO POST ANYTHING, IT IS MY RULE THAT NO CHILD/DANCER OR INDEED MY SCHOOL NAME BE USED ON ANY POSTINGS UNLESS I HAVE GIVEN PRIOR PERMISSION I have informed all voy moderators to remove my name if it should appear at anytime unless I have given permission for it to be published. I thank everyone for their co-operation in this matter but 'child protection' will always be a priority within my dancing school and I feel these voy forums, at times, are not suitable for young dancers/children to view due to their content. The Organisation the Maureen Onesti Academy is affiliated to Comhdháil Múinteoirí Na Rincí Gaelacha have also advised, for protection, all teachers/adjudicators/members be cautious in the use of these forums due to, at times, inaccurate information being posted. Once again, the Protection of young children is and always will be our priority. Fees - As from 1st September 2009 , there are no arrangments to pay by class - All classes are payable on a monthly basis. Only new dancers will have the opportunity to pay per class for a limited period of 1 month (settling in period) No feis fees will be accepted if class fees are not settled each month. This new arrangement applies to all dancers within the Academy. A new class register will be in use as from 1st September. Class Attendance - No dancers will be allowed to take part in Feiseanna if the don't attend class prior to any up and coming Feiseanna. This ruling will apply to dancers who are absent for any reason. If entry fees have been paid prior to absence from class, no refunds will be given by the class teacher, however each individual can apply to the Feis organiser. Rules regarding all dancers at the Academy :- Dancers, the following rules apply to all Attendance - Arrive at class on time - Dancers who do not attend class regularly will not be allowed to take part in feiseanna until deemed suitable to take part by the teacher. This decision will be made by Maureen Onesti. Behaviour - All dancers should show respect for all within the Academy at all times Uniform - Wear correct attire at all times during class (a list can be found at the bottom of this page) Hair should be neatly tied up and away from face Health & Safety - please ensure the teacher is appraised of any health conditions that should be known and update this section within your 'class registration' document as required....This information is kept 'strictly Private & Confidential' Eating & Drinking - bring plenty to drink whilst at class to prevent dehydration - No eating allowed whilst dancing. Only fruit or yogurts allowed at class - No crips or sweeties allowed at any class unless medically advised to do otherwise Practice - Use any 'free time' to practice at a free zone area within each hall Mobile Phones - No mobile telephones to be used during class Fees - Monthly fees should be settled by the date as per monthly invoice handout - Please Note~Unused fees from one month is not transferable to another month. Fees - Monthly Class Fees cover each class and not the time spent at class. ie Fees cover Beginner Class and Fees cover Intermediate/Open Class. The length of each class is deemed by the teacher as required for that grade of dancer. Class Structure - With immediate effect, beginner/primary dancers will only take part in their designated class, ie beginner class. All beginners will cover all steps and dances required within their allocated class time. This rule applies to all beginner dancers up to age Under 10 or unless deemed otherwise by the teacher. Practice ~ Practice ~ Practice....Remember there is no such word as 'I can't do that' Dancers - Remember our motto "We're all in this together" Rules will be updated regularly as required - Please keep checking this page for any updates! Rules for all parents - Parents - All parents should assist in the above rules regarding dancers Dancer Information - If any parent has any concern regarding anything within the Academy, can I ask they please make contact with me and only me as a matter of great urgency so it can be dealt with quickly and confidentially Dancers Well-being - All parents should appraise Maureen of any medical conditions immediately. These details will be held securely on file and kept strictly 'Private & Confidential' Your Child - your child or children will be taught at a pace that is suited to their ability and are comfortable with and they will also be taught steps appropriate to the grades they have achieved. Some Classes are 'parent free' e.g (Lithuanian Club & Port Glasgow classes) this is purely down to not having enough room for parent to sit in on class. Can I ask all parents to comply to this rule. This rule is for all and no one should take it upon themselves to do as they please. This rule applies to all dancers at the classes mentioned, ie (beginner & inter/open dancers) Assistance - Can I ask all parents to refrain from discussing 'class private business' either within the class during class time or out with class time. It has been proved on many occasions in the past, that any business discussed either within the class or out with the class by parents is never accurate and can be wrongly 'over' exaggerated, and through no fault of their own many are given inaccurate details, which always comes to light in time! Most of the time, in experience, these people are knowingly trying to cause bother by causing unrest within the Academy. Any parent or dancer who is found to be using this method of causing unrest will be ask to leave immediately, as has been done in the past. *Always......If in doubt, please do not hesitate asking Maureen at any time as it's important that correct and accurate information is given to all. Advice....if in doubt, ask Maureen* Emphasis should be placed at all times on making sure your child has an enjoyable experience when attending the Maureen Onesti Academy, any assistance from any parents is always appreciated in this matter. Fees - can I ask all parents to assist in timely fee payments for their child as per ' payment to be received no later than date' instruction on their monthly invoice. Please Note~Unused fees from one month is not transferable to another month. Fund Raising - your participation with all fund raising within the academy will be gratefully appreciated. Although, at certain times, your child may not benefit from certain types of fundraising, ie, Fund Raising for World Qualified Dancers, your child will one day be funded for various other ventures within the Academy. Can I please ask all parents to bear this in mind when they do not participate in fundraiser's which do not directly at that time involve their own child. Golden Rule - Fund raising will benefit all dancers within the Academy, if not today, then definitely tomorrow!!! Please Note - No parent shall take it upon themselve to arrange any displays or any other activity which will involve dancers 'in a display of show' capacity, from the Maureen Onesti Academy until approval is sought by Maureen. Parents & Friends remember our motto - "We're all in this together" Rules will be updated regularly as required - Please keep checking this page for any updates! Class Attire A new class uniform to be worm at all classes is currently under discussion, but in the meantime, please follow the guidelines below. These guidelines will apply at all classes regarding 'class attire' Shorts - Dancers should wear comfortable lycra type shorts either worn with poodle socks or over black tights for the older dancers. Shorts with our Academy logo will be available shortly....Samples above Vest Tops / T-Shirts - All dancers should wear a Vest Top or loose fitting T-Shirt. No short crop tops are allowed in class - A new selection of Vest Tops & T-Shirts with our Academy logo will be available shortly. Tracksuits - All types of tracksuits can be worn at class, especially our new Academy Tracksuit, however, no tracksuit bottoms should be worn when dancing during class lessons. It has been known for tracksuit bottoms to wrap around your legs whilst dancing causing serious injuries. No tracksuit bottoms allowed during lessons . Alternative is thick black tights. Hair & Jewellery - Hair should be tied back from the face. No jewellery which could cause injury should be worn during class lessons. Footwear - appropriate footwear should be worn at all times during class. All Irish Dancing accessories can be found at the Irish Jig Shop in Coatbridge - Click Here All Irish Dancing Wigs can be found at Camelia Rose (Roseanne normally attends most Feiseanna also) - Click Here Our Class Costume can be ordered directly from Tony at Celtic Yarns in Coatbridge - Click Here Our Latest Class Costume . If any parent or dancers has any concerns regarding any details contained on this page, then please do not hesitate contacting me. Details can be found on the contact us page All rules have been created by Maureen Onesti T.C.R.G The Maureen Onesti Academy is affiliated to Comhdháil Múinteoirí Na Rincí Gaelacha © Maureen Onesti Academy 2008 Email - onestidancing@aol.com Website Designed and Developed by Maureen Onesti ~ www.rincewebdesigns.co.uk