Attendance
Being present is one of the greatest ways dancers show commitment to themselves and their teammates. Attendance is one of the most important commitments a Company dancer makes.

• We support well-rounded students and understand that important school events, activities, dances, and work commitments are part of growing up. At the same time, Company requires commitment, and outside conflicts should remain occasional rather than routine.
• Company dancers are expected to prioritize Company classes, rehearsals, performances, and events throughout the season.
• Students must attend all Company classes, rehearsals, performances, and events.
• Communicate conflicts as early as possible.
• Attend part of class rather than missing entirely when possible.
• Missing original choreography forfeits a dancer's place in that routine. Missing additional choreography, rehearsals, or performances may result in removal from a section, routine, or performance.
• Injury, ongoing medical condition, or extended health-related absence: contact CDDS and see Health, Injury & Medical Leave.
• Attendance concerns, including excessive tardiness, repeated early dismissals, and frequent absences, may affect choreography, performances, leadership opportunities, placement, or Company status.

Company Miss Policy

• Submit a Company Miss for any date a dancer is unavailable for an appropriate reason, even if they do not normally have class that day or the Studio is closed.
• Submit as early as possible; many events are scheduled weeks or months in advance.
• Company Misses are considered when scheduling, but accommodations are not guaranteed. Company schedules are developed around the needs of the entire program.
• Company Misses are intended for important educational, family, religious, or medical commitments.
• Company dancers are expected to schedule optional activities around Company commitments whenever possible.

Examples of appropriate Company Misses include:

• Required school/academic events
• Religious services, classes, or observances
• Immediate family weddings
• Sibling graduations
• College orientation
• Family funerals or memorial services
• Medical appointments that cannot reasonably be scheduled at another time
• Family trips during school vacations or summer breaks that do not conflict with mandatory Company dates
• Major ticketed events, milestone celebrations, or unique opportunities may be submitted but are not prioritized like the above commitments.

Company Misses should generally not be used for:

• Social events
• Birthday parties (unless your own)
• Sports games
• Work shifts (We encourage dancers to be dependable employees, but Company scheduling cannot be planned around individual work schedules. Communicate conflicts early.)
• Outside dance classes, rehearsals, conventions, workshops, or performances
• Vacations during mandatory Company events
• Choosing another activity over Company

How to Submit a Company Miss:

• Email: info@carolyndutradancestudio.com   
• Subject: Company Miss – Dancer Name – Company Name
• Include: Date(s), Time(s) Reason for absence
• A confirmation email will be sent once the absence has been recorded.

Make-Up Classes

• All missed Company classes must be made up within one month through an approved recreational class (no charge) or private lesson (additional fees apply).
• Make-ups do not replace missed choreography, rehearsals, performances, or Company events.
• Private lessons may be required for missed choreography.
• Request make-ups in advance; class availability is not guaranteed.
  • Email: info@CarolynDutraDanceStudio.com
  • Subject: Company Make-Up Request – Dancer Name – Company Level
  • Include: Requested class, date/time, location
• Note absence/choreography make-up when requesting a private lesson.

Sick Policy 

• Do not attend the Studio, rehearsals, or events when sick, experiencing symptoms, or potentially contagious.
• Return after 24 hours fever-free without fever-reducing medication.
• Dancers who arrive sick or become unwell will be sent home.
• Report absences in advance when possible; include dancer's full name, class, and location.
• Day-of absences require both an email and phone call to the Studio.

*If you will be out due to illness or a last minute challenge, you must CALL the Main Office 401-737-6565.  
*Do NOT email day of absences as we cannot guarantee receipt in time.