We are sure that you will have a most enjoyable time and enhance your technique and artistry.

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1 Dear Summer School Dancer. Thank you for enrolling at our Summer School of Excellence. You have made a good choice! We are sure that you will have a most enjoyable time and enhance your technique and artistry. Please read the information in this package carefully. Looking forward to seeing you at Summer School. Simon Kaplan Director Please retain for your information: Letter to the Parents Letter to the Dancers What to Bring Performances Performance Awards Directions to Purchase College Map of Campus Refund Policy **Please complete and return to us: Page # 1 Photography/videos on Internet Form 2&3 Permission to Leave Campus 4 Indemnity Form 5 Physical Therapy Online Forms: Hiring, Dining and Rooming Request for transport to and from the Airport Performance Awards Enrollment Form Hotel Form Physical Therapy Form **Please ensure that all relevant pages are returned to us in the numerical sequence of the page number.

2 Dear Parent, Thank you for the enrollment in our Summer School of Excellence. You have made a good choice. A most enjoyable time is assured, while technique and performance quality are improved. I earnestly request that you return the forms to us as soon as you have downloaded them. if ing them, please send them as one attachment. Please return the forms without delay. Please keep the other forms in a safe place and read them. These forms answer practically all the questions that parents have asked over the years. Before you a question, or pick up the telephone, please check if the answer is not in these pages. CHECK-IN and CHECK-OUT Dancers who are checking out on Saturday must advise their house- mothers in advance ( see next page) All dancers (residential and day) must check-in. Day dancers may check in between 4 and 5:00pm. All dancers must attend the Orientation in the theater on campus at 7:00pm. Parents are welcome. 1 week: June 18 June 23 July 5 July 18 Check-in: Sunday, June 18 Check-out: Friday, June 23 after the performance or Sat before 11am 1 week: Check-in: Sunday, June 25 June 25 July 1 Check-out: Sat, July 1 after the performance or Sun before 11am 2 weeks: June 18 July 1 July 5 July 18 Check-in: Sunday, June 18 Check-out: Sat, July 1 after the performance or Sun before 11am 2 weeks: Check-in: Sunday, July 2 July 2 July 15 Check-out: Sat, July 15 after the performance or Sun before 11am 2 weeks: Check-in: Sunday, July 16 July 16 July 29 Check-out: Sat, July 29 after the performance or Sun before 11am 3 weeks: Check-in: Sunday, June25 June 25 July 15 Check-out: Sat, July 15 after the performance or Sun before 11am 4 weeks: Check-in: Sunday, June 18 June 18 July 15 Check-out: Sat, July 15 after the performance or Sun before 11am June 28 August 1 4 weeks: Check-in: Sunday, July 2 July 2 July 29 Check-out: Sat, July 29 after the performance or Sun before 11am 5 weeks: June 25 July 29 Check-in: Sunday, June 25 Check-out: Sat, July 29 after the performance or Sun before 11am 6 weeks: Check-in: Sunday, June 18 June 18 July 29 Check-out: Sat, July 29 after the performance or Sun before 11am DAY DANCERS MAY CHECK IN BETWEEN 4 AND 5 PM The check-in times are according to the initial letter of the last name A-D - 12:45 E-L - 1:45 M-R - 2:45 S-Z - 3:45-4:30 Orientation for all: 7:00pm

3 NEW YORK OFFICE To transfer our computers, files and office equipment to Summer School, the NY office will close on June 14. We will not be able to answer s or telephone calls until June 16. CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT * Dancers who live on the West Coast, or overseas dancers who are not able to check in by 5:00pm on their check-in day should arrange to arrive at the College on the previous Saturday. If this was not done on the Enrollment Form, please call or the office. * The check-in location is in the "Outback" dorm - number 3 on the campus map. * All dancers (residential, and day) must attend Orientation in a theater on the campus at 7:00p.m. Parents are welcome to have dinner in our dining hall, and attend the Orientation. If so, please complete the on-line form by clicking on this link: Payment for dinner is to be made at check-in. Please do not mail a check in advance. * The check-in schedules are according to the initial letter of the dancer's last name. * At check-out, dancers will be required to return their keys, and character skirts (if hired), and leave their rooms in a clean, and tidy state. *Nearer the time you will receive an giving directions where to park etc. PARENTS ADMISSION TO THE DORM AND SATURDAY CHECK-OUT If you intend packing your children s clothes, please do so while they are at rehearsal from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm on Saturday. When the dancers return from the rehearsal, they will rest in preparation for the performance. It is not fair to expect them to dance their best, if they have not had an opportunity to rest. Parents will not be admitted to the dorm after the rehearsal. This arrangement is in the best interests of the dancers. If these times are not convenient, then packing can always be done after the performance. Your cooperation will be greatly appreciated. CONTACT BY TELEPHONE The telephone number for the AAB Summer School is A member of our staff will be available to receive calls each day from 9:00 am 10:00 am and from 7:30 pm 8:30 pm, except during performances and group activities. An answering machine will take your call when we are not available. Messages received will be posted on the bulletin board. MAIL AND PACKAGES **Dancers may receive correspondence and packages at the following address: As there are no deliveries on Saturdays please send your packages in good time. Name of Student AAB, c/o Facilities Management Purchase College SUNY 735 Anderson Hill Road Purchase, NY Any large parcels (such as bedding and suitcases) that will be shipped out at the end of your session must arrive with a pre-paid call tag.

4 MEDICAL INFORMATION A form requesting information regarding allergies, medication, injuries etc. will be sent at a later date. TRANSPORT INFORMATION From JFK Airport, LaGuardia Airport, or Newark Airport: Please complete the online form at the following link and click submit: online form does not apply to the White Plains airport. Summer School is a short taxi-ride from the airport. The fare is about $100 per trip each way. If travelling with a friend, the fare is shared. From Westchester Airport, White Plains, New York: Dancers may take a car service or taxi from the airport to the College. The car service is Limousine Service of Westchester, located in the airport, in the baggage claim area. Cars are available at all times, with no reservation required. Their contact number is: The fare from the airport to the college is approximately $25. Unaccompanied minors: Parents should check with the airline for its particular requirements as each airline has its own rules. Dancers will be met at the baggage claim exit. Look for the AAB sign. KEY, CHARACTER SKIRT AND ROOM DAMAGE DEPOSITS **You will need to bring 2 separate checks made out to Purchase College. Overseas dancers can give credit card details. The checks are: $50.00 key deposit ($150 for the village) and $50.00 damage deposit. The checks will be destroyed when we receive confirmation from Purchase College that 1) the keys have been returned and that 2) the room had no damage and was left in check-in condition. NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED. Please have the checks ready BEFORE you reach the check-in desk! If a character skirt is hired, you will need to bring a check made out to AAB for a $40 deposit. Overseas dancers can give us credit card details. The check will be destroyed if the skirt is returned. The hire fee of $10 will be paid when the skirt is issued. (see the rooming and hiring online form OPEN DAYS Parents and friends are invited to visit Summer School and observe the classes, which start at 9:30 a.m. Lunch will not be served to parents. Dancers may not leave the campus. Open Days are: (from 9:30-12:45) Saturday, July 8 th : Saturday, July 22 nd : PARENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO VISIT THE DORM OTHER THAN ON CHECK-IN OR CHECK-OUT DAYS. SUPPLIES A dance shop will be visiting Summer School. It will have most things that the dancers need, including pointe shoes. On campus there is an ATM machine, and a Store that sells stamps, most toiletry requirements, snacks, etc. SPENDING MONEY: LOGO WEAR **Dancers may require spending money for: Skirt rental (if needed), snacks. AAB T-shirts, pants etc. which will be on sale. If a Performance Awards entry has not been paid, cash, check or credit card to pay the entry fee will be needed.

5 ATTENTION: LEAVING THE CAMPUS DANCERS WILL BE ALLOWED TO LEAVE THE CAMPUS ONLY ON CERTAIN DAYS. SEE PAGES 3 AND 4 This is because we are regulated by the NY State Dept. of Health who monitors the presence of the dancers on campus. A request for a dancer to leave the campus MUST be made on the proper form and within the time specified. or telephone requests will not be valid. PLACEMENT CLASSES Placement classes will be held on July 3 and July 17 to place the dancers in a class where they will benefit most. Several of the classes will be of the same standard. Dancers may speak to me if they feel that their class is not right for them. Please do not or call me. Dancers in the Ballet Intensive weeks will initially be placed by age. Dancers may not move from their allocated class without permission. DAY DANCERS ** 1) Must check-in on their check-in day, and be at the orientation. They may check-in between 4 and 5pm not according to the alphabetical schedule. 2) Must check-in at the dorm daily at 9:00 a.m. 3) Must be collected in the evening from the dorm at these times: Weeks 1 and 2: 6:00pm except on performance days. If there is an evening event, dancers will be notified. Other weeks: Depending on the schedule which will be advised daily. **Frequently Asked Questions** May I bring a small refrigerator? YES, but not necessary May I bring a microwave? NO May I bring a TV? NO May I bring a goldfish?! NO May I bring a cell phone? YES, but turn it off during class, and talk to your fellow dancers not into your phone May I video the performances? NO, There is copyright involved and videotaping is illegal. DVDs may be purchased from the official videographer. SPECIAL REQUESTS FOR PARENTS Please do not call your child after 9:30 p.m EST and do not ask your child to call you after this hour. LOCATION OF SUMMER SCHOOL Please note, that the Summer School is at Purchase College in Purchase and not at our New York City office address. (Every year dancers arrive at the office, instead of at Purchase College). DANCERS: EXERCISE BEFORE SUMMER SCHOOL It is most important that dancers are in good physical shape when they attend Summer School. If not, they will find that not only will they lack the stamina to keep up with the class, but they may incur sprains or muscle fatigue. Nearer the time I will an exercise schedule for the dancers. I will be grateful if parents will ensure that these exercises are diligently performed.

6 THE DAYS BETWEEN For dancers at Summer School for the two-weeks June 18 to June 23, and June 25 to July 1, there are two days (Sat June 24, and Sun June 25) between the sessions. Dancers who live in the area may go home, provided that the Permission to Leave Campus form has been submitted. (See page 4) Dancers who remain on campus will have a class on Saturday morning. Sunday will be a day to relax. SIESTA Day dancers may rest in the common rooms in the dormitory during the siesta before the afternoon program starts at about 3:00pm. JULY 4 There will be regular classes on July 4. HOTEL ACCOMMODATION If you intend spending the night in a hotel before proceeding home after Summer School check-in or checkout, we have a special rate at the Dorral Arrowwood hotel which is minutes away from Summer School. The rate is $155 per night, including breakfast for two. Please complete this form and return it to us before April 30 to secure this rate. Click on this link: Please return the listed forms AS SOON AS POSSIBLE either by mail or (1 attachment). Please re-read this paperwork paying special attention to anything marked ** before calling the office to ask questions. We look forward to welcoming your dancer at Summer School. We are sure that the experience will be most enjoyable. With best wishes for a wonderful Summer School, Simon Kaplan Director 250 West 90 th Street, #3B New York, NY Tel: Fax: aaboffice@gmail.com

7 Dear Summer School Dancer, I am glad that you have chosen our Summer School of Excellence. I am sure that your excitement increases with each day that brings Summer School nearer! This letter is to give you a few details: Class schedules and roommate assignments will be given to you when you arrive. Therefore please DO NOT call for schedules or roommate assignments. (complete the online form for roommate assignments at the following link: Several fun competitions are planned in the evenings. The competitions are: Talent, Solo Dance, Fouette, and Walk the Runway. Prizes are awarded. Parents and friends are welcome. Details to follow. ATTENTION: IMPORTANT You should be in good physical shape when you come to Summer School (especially if you are not accustomed to dancing for 5 to 6 hours a day) or you will find that you lack the ability to keep up. If you are on vacation from your regular classes, please do ballet or aerobic exercises in preparation for Summer School. Nearer the time, an exercise schedule will be ed to you. BODY PIERCING This is not acceptable at Summer School (except for small earrings). Dancers who have rings through their noses, lips etc. will be required to remove them. SUNDAYS There are no classes on Sundays. This is the time to rest, hang out, or do your laundry. COMPUTER ACCESS There is WiFi in the dance building and dining hall. There is no WiFi in the dormitory. Bring an Ethernet cable to access the internet in your room. NUT ALLERGY The dormitory is a nut-free zone. Because of the severe effect that nuts can have on dancers who are allergic to nuts, it is earnestly requested that you do not bring any nuts or nut chocolates into the dormitory. Please do not walk on the campus in flip-flops FLIP-FLOPS Looking forward to seeing you at Summer School. Best Wishes, Simon Kaplan Director

8 WHAT TO BRING Dancers, please bring the required items. The performances will look odd if dancers are not uniformly attired. * Tights must be worn for all classes. * Dancers may not wear shorts either with or without tights. * No leg-warmers may be worn. *It is suggested that a name tag be sewn into your clothing and your name written inside your pointe shoes. * All leotards to have spaghetti straps. GIRLS The number of leotards and shoes depends on how often you launder and how heavy you are on your shoes. Pointe classes are held on most days. For performances, leotards should be plain, with no criss-cross straps, lace, halter necks etc. Please bring minimum stage makeup for the performances. For Dancers Coming to Summer School for: 1 week Ballet Intensive (June 18 June 23 or June 25 July 1) Black leotards - Pastel leotard (pale pink, lilac, mint green or blue). No strong colors like red Pink tights (Pastel leotards may be worn on Wednesdays and Saturdays) Soft ballet shoes, pointe shoes See all dancers on next page For Dancers coming to Summer School for: 2 weeks (July 2 15), 3 weeks, 4 weeks (June 18 July 15), 5 weeks, and 6 weeks Black leotards Pastel leotard (pale pink, lilac, mint green or blue). No strong colors like red Pink tights Soft ballet shoes, pointe shoes Black Jazz shoes Heeled character shoes for Folk/Spanish (preferably black but beige is ok) Fully gathered knee-length skirt for Folk/Spanish*. A character skirt is made of plain black cotton fabric (not glossy) with 3 rows of ½ colored ribbon about 6 above the hem. (Pastel leotards may be worn on Wednesdays and Saturdays) *NOTE: Skirts are available for hire at $10. Please complete the online form by clicking on this link See all dancers For Dancers coming to Summer School for: 2 weeks (July 16 July 29), 4 weeks (July 2 July 29), 5 weeks, and 6 weeks In addition to the above: Plain white leotard with spaghetti straps (No halter tops or criss-crossed straps, lace, halter neck etc.) See all dancers on next page

9 BOYS It is essential that boys come to Summer School with the proper dance apparel, as listed below: Please do not omit to bring any of the following: Plain white short sleeve T-shirts (no printing). No sleeveless T-shirts (Singlets) Black socks, and a black short sleeve T-shirt White socks, black tights, ballet shoes. White ballet shoes for performances Black character shoes or black lace-up dress shoes with leather heel and sole (No rubber).these are essential for the Spanish and Folk dances. Long-sleeved plain white button-up shirt It is requested that you shave daily, and do not have a beard or moustache ALL DANCERS Rain jacket (preferably with a hood) Shoes for walking on campus. ( no flip-flops on campus). Water Bottle Note: Tights must be worn for all classes. No dancer may wear a skirt or shorts either with or without tights. RESIDENTIAL DANCERS 1 set of bedding: 2 twin-size sheets (extra long or deep pocket)*, 1 pillowcase* 1 pillow* & 1 blanket* 1 bath towel* Class towel* Detergent for the laundry (The fee for the washing machines is paid by AAB) Soap for your bathroom Coat hangers *To hire these items, please complete the online form at this link:

10 Performances Event Date Location Time Ticket Price Performance Performance Friday June 23 Saturday, July 1 Dance Theater Lab Dance Theater Lab 2:00pm General Admission* Tickets $10.00 (*see note) 2:30pm and 7:00pm General Admission* Tickets $10.00 (*see note) Performance Awards Thursday, July 13 Dance Theater Lab 6:45pm $5.00 at the door Performance Saturday, July 15 Dance Theater Lab 2:30pm and 7:00pm General Admission* Tickets $10.00 (*see note) Performance Awards Thursday, July 27 Dance Theater Lab 6:45pm $5.00 at the door Gala Performance Saturday, July 29 Pepsico Theater 8:00pm General Admission Tickets $40.00 at the door from 7:15pm Seniors and children under 12: $30.00 Click the links below to reserve online, or pay at the door. *Seating is limited for each performance. See below for reservations, or pay at the door The Dance Theater Lab is in the Dance Building. The Pepsico Theater is in the Performing Arts Center on campus. SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WHEN ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY For reservations click on the date: Friday, June 23, 2:00pm Saturday, July 1, 2:30pm & 7:00pm Saturday, July 15, 2:30pm & 7:00pm Saturday, July 29, 8:00pm

11 PERFORMANCE AWARDS The Performance Awards are a marvelous program unique to the AAB. It was composed by our founder Mignon Furman, whose charming choreography is the main reason why ballet schools all over America, and in 10 overseas countries, have incorporated the program into their schools. The program is a delight to dance. It is a series of ballet compositions of increasing complexity. Dancers make remarkable progress in their technique, and enhance their stage presentation It is an option for dancers who are attending for longer than the Ballet Intensive weeks. They will receive extra coaching in the evenings, and perform their dances, which includes a solo dance, in a theater on campus before an audience. Parents and friends are welcome. Each dancer will receive a medal (gold or silver), and a certificate of achievement. For enrollment, please click to open and complete the online form: Medal line-up at Performance Awards at Summer School 2016 LEVEL APPROX FEE $ and older 125 The Levels comprise: Level 6: Port de bras, adage, allegro, solo dance Level 7-9: add: Pirouettes Level 10-11: add: Batterie, pointe option Level 12: Port de bras, Solo dance: A Silent Tear ; variation from a classical ballet; 3 codas. (This level is for dancers who have an advanced all-round technical and presentation ability). Note: 1. Dancers may participate in a Level, higher or lower, than indicated by their age. 2. Dancers who are at Summer School for 4 weeks (July 2 July 29), 5 or 6 weeks may participate in both the Performance Awards sessions. They may then dance a different Level at each session. See page 5.

12 Directions to Purchase College From New York City, Southern Westchester, and Long Island: Take the Hutchinson River Parkway north to Exit 28 (Lincoln Avenue). Turn Left onto Lincoln Avenue and proceed approximately one mile to Anderson Hill Road (2nd traffic light). Turn right onto Anderson Hill Road. The campus is immediately on the left. From Rockland County and northern New Jersey (via the Tappan Zee Bridge): Take I-287 (Cross Westchester Expressway) to Exit 8E. Shortly after first traffic light, bear left onto Anderson Hill Road. Proceed approximately 2.5 miles. The campus is on the left, just after intersection at Lincoln Avenue. From Northern Westchester: Take I-684 south to Exit 2 (Route 120), drive over the bridge and turn right onto Route 120 south (Purchase Street). Follow Route 120 south, 3.2 miles to Anderson Hill Road (1st traffic light) and turn left. Turn left at 2nd traffic light into campus. From Connecticut: Take the Merritt Parkway south (which becomes the Hutchinson River Parkway in New York State) south to New York Exit 28, Lincoln Avenue (Note: Do not get off at Exit 28 in Connecticut). Turn right onto Lincoln Avenue and proceed approximately one mile to Anderson Hill Road (2nd traffic light). Turn right onto Anderson Hill Road. The campus is immediately on the left.

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14 As published in the brochure and on the website Refund Policy No refunds will be made of any amounts paid unless a medical doctor s certificate evidencing the inability of the applicant to attend Summer School is submitted. The certificate must be received before June 1, In such cases, a refund less 30% will be made. No refunds will be made if the application for a refund is received after June 1, 2017.

15 American Academy of Ballet Founding Director: Mignon Furman Photographs, Videos at Summer School At the request of the management of the American Academy of Ballet, I agree to remove any comments, photographs, videos or any other images of any person or event at the Summer School of the American Academy of Ballet posted on the internet, and for which I am responsible, and which are deemed to be inappropriate by the management of the American Academy of Ballet. I hereby consent to the use in the American Academy of Ballet brochure, poster, advertising or website of any photograph, video or other image in which I appear. Signature of Dancer Date Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian Date 250 West 90 th Street, Suite 3B New York, NY Telephone (212) Fax (212) aaboffice@gmail.com Page 1

16 American Academy of Ballet Founding Director: Mignon Furman PERMISSION TO LEAVE CAMPUS In response to many requests from dancers, it has been decided to give dancers permission to leave the campus on Sunday July 9, 16 and 23, subject to the following conditions: 1. This form MUST be completed and sent to us at least 1 week before the requested date. No or telephone requests will be accepted 2. The dancer is 16 years of age or older. 3. This consent form has been signed by a parent or guardian of the dancer, and by the dancer. 4. The dancer may not leave the campus before 8:00 am and MUST return to the campus by 8:00pm on the same day. We are required to inform the NY State Dept. of Health of the absence of any dancer whose absence is not approved. 5. The American Academy of Ballet, assumes no responsibility for the safety, or well-being of the dancer whilst away from the campus. The dancer will not hold the American Academy of Ballet, its faculty, staff, or any other dancer liable in any way whatsoever for any injury or illness, how ever caused that may occur to the dancer while away from the campus, or any related or consequential costs or damages, or for the loss of personal property. 6. The only dates to which this consent applies are Sunday July 9, 16 and This is not a group outing. The dancers will be on their own or with friends. I the parent or legal guardian of a dancer at the American Academy of Ballet Summer School, hereby give my consent to her/him leaving the campus under the conditions above-mentioned on the following date/dates.. Signature of parent or guardian Date I undertake to conduct myself in a civil and responsible manner, that will not foreseeably cause any personal injury to me or to any other student who may be accompanying me. I also undertake to safeguard my personal property Signature of dancer Date Page 2

17 PERMISSION TO LEAVE CAMPUS FOR A WEEKEND This form MUST be completed and returned to us at least a week before the requested date. No or telephone requests will be accepted. We are required to inform the NY State Dept. of Health of the absence of any dancer whose absence is not approved. For local dancers staying for 2,3,4,5 or 6 weeks (where applicable) Dancers may return home after the performance. This can be arranged by filling in the form below: Leave after the performance on June 23, returning on Sunday June 25 before 6:00pm Leave after the performance on July 1 returning on Sunday July 2 before 6:00pm Leave after the performance on July 15 returning on Sunday July 16 before 6:00pm Dancers who do not leave the campus will attend classes on Saturday. If the dancer is being met by his or her parent or guardian: I the parent or legal guardian of will arrange to take him/her home and return him/her to the College before 6:00pm on the above dates. I will assume full responsibility for his/her care. Signature of parent or guardian Date print name of parent or guardian If the dancer is not being met by his or her parent or guardian, please complete the following: I the parent or legal guardian of agree to him/her leaving the campus with (name of person who will meet the dancer and who will produce ID#. Without this ID, the dancer will not be allowed to leave the campus). Page 3

18 American Academy of Ballet Founding Director: Mignon Furman INDEMNITY FORM I agree that the American Academy of Ballet Inc. ( AAB ), its faculty, staff, Purchase College SUNY, or any of its employees shall in no way be liable to me or any other party for any injury sustained by me or illness contracted by me, or any consequent losses or costs, while at Summer School. I also indemnify the AAB, its faculty, its staff, Purchase College SUNY and its employees, against any claims or costs arising out of any acts or omissions by me, which may be construed to have caused injury to any person while at Summer School. I undertake to safeguard my personal property and will not hold the AAB, its faculty, its staff, Purchase College SUNY, or any of its employees liable for any loss. Student s Signature Date Student s Name (Please print) Parent/Guardian s Signature Date Parent/Guardian s Name (Please print) Telephone No. (day) (evening) American Academy of Ballet 250 West 90 th Street, #3B New York, NY Tel: Fax: aaboffice@gmail.com Page 4

19 Physical Therapy at Summer School The American Academy of Ballet offers onsite injury care sessions by a physical therapist. These sessions are meant to care for any minor strains sustained during the course of the dancer s participation at Summer School. The parents are not charged for these sessions. Once again, we advise dancers to be fit for Summer School. This will reduce the strain on muscles and tendons. EXISTING INJURIES If dancers come to Summer School with an existing injury we will make every effort for them to be seen by the physical therapist. For these sessions you will be charged a nominal fee of $65 a session. If the dancer has an existing injury, please click on the link below. If no injury exists, skip this section. Page 5