All CPT members are required to commit to at least 4 hours of training at the studio every week. If you are selected for a Select or Elite piece you will be required to train at the studio for at least 5 hours every week. These hours can be achieved easily through the CPT classes, any of our rec classes and any private lessons or Rock Star class. Once your performer is enrolled in all the CPT classes you may need to add a half hour or an hour to add to your students training for CPT. These classes will start the week of September 10th and run through June.

attendance EXPECTATIONS

This is a very important part of being on CPT. Attendance is mandatory. While we understand that things do happen – someone gets hurt or sick, family emergencies – we expect that CPT is given high priority. When one person is not there, the entire team suffers. When performers are not in class, they are not progressing in the routine and other students are also not learning the correct routine because formations, vocals and staging are negatively impacted when one person is missing. This requires extra time from our teachers to re teach parts, making sure nothing is out of sync and everyone has the ability to give their very best performance.

STUDIO BEHAVIOR & ETIQUETTE

We pride ourselves on creating and maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all kids to explore their potential. To support us in maintaining this vision, we expect parents and kids alike to bring a positive attitude and smile into the studio! Be respectful of your teachers and fellow students who are all there to learn and have a good time. If at any time you have questions or frustrations regarding something you have experienced at Big Star please do not hesitate to contact studio owner/director, Corey Schwarz.

TEAM PARENT EXPECTATIONS

For this to be a successful year we need your trust and support. Your children look to you for validation. Please remind them that they have been placed where we feel is the best fit for them as a performer. As always if you have questions we are here for you. Student/Parent/Teacher conferences are available upon request. It is imperative that conversation stay positive! If you have any concerns about anything involving Big Star please contact Corey directly. Although venting to fellow parents is a natural reaction, in this environment it only promotes gossip. Please help us continue to keep Big Star a positive place for everyone!

COMPETITION EXPECTATIONS

Students are expected to arrive at least 1.5 hours before their first scheduled performance (or when the doors open) with hair and makeup complete. You can leave the competition but if you have another performance you need to be back 1.5 hours before your next piece. Competitions are known for running both ahead and behind so please do not have expectations they are running on time. Although it is not required we encourage students to stay and support fellow team members at least on the same day they perform however, it is required for students to stay for their awards ceremony.

Please make sure your performer checks in with Chris or Kathy upon arrival and knows when and where they need to meet prior to heading backstage. There is no excuse for forgetting any costume pieces.

Remember from the moment you step out of your car until the moment drive away you are representing Big Star Studios. Big Star jackets should be worn at all times when you are at a competition unless you are performing.  Jackets need to be worn on stage at all awards ceremonies. Trophies and awards need to be given to a Big Star teacher or representative to be displayed at Big Star Studios with the exception of solo awards may go home with your performer. We want Big Star to be thought of as a kind and respectful studio so please be on your best behavior at all times.