Friday FYI

The Pointe's Friday FYI - 2/13/26

Friday FYI
February 13, 2026•9 min read

Happy Friday, PSD Families!


This Friday FYI email is our primary method of communication to studio families - please save it for a time when you can read through it thoroughly and bookmark it for reference!

New & Urgent this week:

  • Summer 2026 Class and Camp Registration is OPEN NOW! See all details below.

  • Our Recital 2026 Webpage is LIVE! Bookmark this page for all important updates as we prepare for our June Recital. New this week: Quick Reference Guide, Tight & Shoes Guide, Dancer Shout Outs, Business Ad Order Forms

  • Check out our new merchandise items to celebrate 10 seasons of The Pointe School of Dance! See details below.

  • Wiggle Wednesdays at The Pointe are back! See below for all information and registration for our free dance & story time program.

  • We are continuing our Mini Acro Private Lessons for a few sessions in the spring. See details below!

  • Stay tuned to these regular email updates - this is your primary source for all studio news!

Important Dates

Find all of the important dates for the year here: www.thepointeschool.com/policies - we list upcoming dates within the next few weeks in the Friday FYI as well for your convenience!

  • February 18 - Wiggle Wednesday (11:15-11:45 AM) (see more & sign up here)

  • February 25 - March Tuition and Costume Payments Process

  • February 28 - Summer Camp Early Bird Registration Discount Ends

  • February 28 - Mini Acro Private Lessons (9 AM-12 PM)

  • March 9-14 - Skills Testing

  • March 16-22 - Spring Break; CLOSED

  • March 25 - April Tuition and Costume Payments Process

  • March 27 - Spring Evaluations Sent Home

  • March 27 - 2026-2027 Rollover Registration Process Begins

summer

Regular class registration for Summer 2026 is now OPEN! Visit thepointeschool.com/summerdance for access to all of the class schedules and to get your dancer signed up before spots fill up!

A few important things to know:

  • Priority class registration for current PSD students will open on February 8! Registration will open to the community on February 10th. See below for more information on class selection.

  • Over the summer, we fit classes into just 4 days per week, so we have some combined-level classes. These allow us to offer more schedule options for families. A Level 3/4 class, for example, is suitable for dancers recommended for either Level 3 or Level 4. These are not new levels (Level 3/4 is not "in between Level 3 and Level 4" - it is a mix of dancers in both levels).

  • We are still offering packages for classes (this is the best way for your dancer to get the most out of their time at the studio and the best value for tuition!). Register for all of the classes in the package you want, then our team will adjust your tuition manually so you get the discounted package price.

  • At registration, there is a $20 deposit due per dancer. This is nonrefundable, holds your spot in classes, and will be credited back to you when summer tuition is processed.

  • Questions about summer registration? We're happy to help you by email, over the phone, or at the front desk!

Class Selection:

  • If your dancer is 1 or 2, register for My First Dance Class for class with a parent or Mini Movers if they're ready to come in to class independently!

  • If your dancer is currently in Mini Movers and will be 3 by July 1, enroll in Dance & Discover 1/2 and/or Hippity Hop.

  • If your dancer is currently in Dance & Discover 1, enroll in Dance & Discover 1/2 OR Dance & Discover 2/3 and/or Hippity Hop.

  • If your dancer is currently in Dance & Discover 2, enroll in Dance & Discover 1/2 OR Dance & Discover 2/3 and/or Hippity Hop.

  • If your dancer is currently in Dance & Discover 3, enroll in Level 1 classes (we recommend the Level 1 Core Class Package + any specialty classes)

If your dancer is in a Graded Technique class, you may want to wait to register until class recommendations and evaluations come out March 27th. Here's a tip: register for your their current level (ex: a dancer in Ballet/Tap/Jazz 1 this year should register for Ballet/Tap/Jazz 1/2, they will either be in Level 1 or 2). We will be happy to work with you to find the best class fit for your dancer if they need to make a change after evaluations are sent home!

SUMMER CAMPS

Summer Dance Camps are active and creative fun for kids. We are thrilled to have several brand new camp themes this year!

K-Pop, Wicked, Toy Story, Intensives, and more: registration is open now! Save by registering early: Early Bird Camp pricing ends February 28th!

Check out all things Summer Dance & Camps and register by visiting www.thepointeschool.com/summerdance

It's going to be an amazing summer at The Pointe, and you'll want to be sure to sign up early to be a part of it!

recital

It's time to start preparing for Recital 2026 on June 6th at the Paramount Theatre! Our Recital webpage is now LIVE! You will find everything you need to prepare you and your dancer for a successful Recital season. Check out thepointeschool.com/recital-2026 regularly for updates.

Here are new updates to the website this week:

Family Dance Registration is OPEN!: Create memories you and your dancer will cherish for a lifetime - dance with them in their Recital!

We are SO excited to be continuing a special tradition in Recital 2026, the Family Dance! We have had so much fun putting this together, and we are thrilled to watch this experience continue to grow.

The Family Dance is a special Recital performance created for a dancer and ONE adult family member. Parents, aunts or uncles, family friends, or any important adult are welcome to perform with their dancer. This structure gives more of our studio families the option to get involved in this performance opportunity - and the more the merrier! The dancer and their chosen adult will learn and perform the routine as a pair.

To learn more about the requirements and commitments that go along with the Family Dance please visit our Recital page at thepointeschool.com/recital-2026 All registrations are due Sunday, March 15th.

Recital Handbook: This contains all the information you need for a successful Recital, and will be updated regularly as we finalize more details.

Recital Music and Practice Videos: Choreography is being taught in class, so your dancer should be practicing at home! See our music and practice videos folders on the webpage to access the cut music and choreography videos for your class. We make these tools accessible at home to set your dancer up for success!

Quick Reference Guide and Tights and Shoes Guide: Find ALL the Recital information for your dance in one place in our Quick Reference Guide! Check out the Tights and Shoes Guide to see the assignments for your dancer's routines.

COMING SOON: Finale Details, Costume Alterations, Tights & Foundations Sale

merch

New merchandise has dropped to celebrate 10 years of The Pointe School of Dance! Get yours today by visiting theturningpointeboutique.com

wiggle

Wiggle Wednesday is a free monthly story time and dance demo at The Pointe School of Dance! Children aged 1-5 are welcome to visit the studio for a short story, dance activities, and movement games. Wiggle Wednesdays are active, creative FUN for your little one! Parents are invited to come into the studio room to participate with their child, or wait in our comfortable lobby. Spaces are limited and registration is required - sign up today at thepointeschool.com/wiggle

Our next event is Wednesday, February 18th from 11:15-11:45 AM!

acro

We are now extending our monthly Mini Acro Private Lessons with Miss Laura through the beginning of the spring semester! These are great for students looking for individual feedback for a specific skill or working towards a specific goal. These lessons are only offered on the specific dates below - giving the benefits of a private lesson at a great value.

These lesson dates are:

Saturday, February 28th- 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

  • These will be 20 minute private lessons offered once a month and will focus in on 1-2 specific skills of your choice. **With teacher discretion - for example, we will not have your dancer work on aerials if they cannot do a cartwheel.

  • All lessons are $25 + tax, due with this form at sign up.

  • All time slots are first come, first serve.

  • If you cannot make these dates or want more frequent lessons - please reach out to request a standard private lesson.

  • Please fill out one form for each lesson if you are signing up for multiple dates.

To sign up for a lesson and claim your spot, please fill out this form.

winter weather

As we get into winter weather, a few reminders about winter weather cancellations and protocols at the studio :)

  • We do not necessarily follow any school district closures - schools consider busses, walking students, and the morning commute - where we do not have busses or walkers, and most of our classes start after the school day is over.

  • If we need to cancel classes, we will notify families by email, the studio-wide BAND app, and on our public Facebook page by 8 AM for morning classes and 2 PM for afternoon/evening classes. We may not be able to reply to questions about possible weather closures before those times (if we spent the whole day replying to every individual question, we wouldn't be able to make progress on our other important work for the studio!)

  • Canceled classes for weather are not rescheduled - to make up missed classes, dancers are welcome to attend any class at a similar or lower level within 2 weeks of the missed class. Dancers can just come to the class they'd like for a makeup - no need to check with the office in advance. Questions about what classes would be great options for your dancer? We're happy to help :)

  • Every family has a different commute and level of comfort with winter driving conditions - please always make the best decision for your family. If we are open and you don't feel comfortable driving, no worries - stay home and safe. Makeup classes are always available.

Trial Classes

Did you know that we offer free trial classes for new-to-The-Pointe families - and we have a sweet deal for you if you refer a friend to our program? Families can schedule a trial class easily - just have them send us an email and we'll take care of it!

When a family you've referred signs up, please have them list your name in the "Where did you hear about us?" form in online registration. We will send them a $20 gift card to our boutique to help them get the gear their dancer needs for class - and as a thank you, we'll send one to you, too! Trial classes are easy to schedule online, and are FREE for a limited time!

reminders

Have a wonderful weekend!
- Miss Vanessa & your PSD Staff

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