COVID-19 UPDATE for 2020-2021
As we plan for fall at the Art’s House Schools, we’d like to give you an update on our path to reopening. Under New York State and CDC guidelines and recommendations, we will reopen AHS in three distinct phases:
Phase1: All programs will be delivered virtually.
Dance Parents- If you want your child to have the studio experience at home, we believe dancers will have a better virtual learning experience if they are provided with in-studio tools. While it is not mandatory, we recommend investing in a portable dance floor (and ballet bar, if taking ballet lessons). Purchasing these items is an investment Art’s House Schools are willing to share the cost for; we will cover the cost of one month’s tuition or the price of the dance floors and bar, whichever is less. (Floors– https://www.rubberflooringinc.com/dance-flooring/practice-dance-tile-kits.html, https://www.dancesocksbcn.com/home-dance-floors/ Portable Ballet Bars – https://www.costway.com/4ft-portable-height-adjustable-freestanding-ballet-barre.html?piid=9229300, http://www.toroidalsnark.net/barre.html, )
Phase 2: When deemed safe to have classes in-person, we will move into Phase 2. During this phase, programs will be delivered in a hybrid format blending in-person and online classes. We will provide more information on this hybrid programming at a later date.
Phase 3: When we can safely increase the capacity for in-person classes, AHS will move into Phase 3. While we will continue to offer online instruction, most students will take courses in person.
As always, safety is our priority. The health and well-being of our students, staff, and families are our top priority. If you have any questions regarding the phasing plan, please feel free to call us at 718-996-2000.
