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NYC High School Admissions Changes

1/17/2021

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High school applications open the week of January 18, 2021, with the deadline to apply coming during the week of February 22, 2021.

The SHSAT, the entrance exam that determines admission to eight of the city's nine specialized high schools, will be administered to students in their local middle schools, though parents will need to register their children. Registration for that opens Monday, December 21, 2020, and closes Friday, January 15, 2021. 

Unlike middle schools, high school's geographic admissions priorities are being phased out over a two-year period. For this admission cycle, district priorities have been eliminated; geographic priorities, like borough residency requirements, can still be utilized but will be eliminated in the 2022-23 admissions cycle.
High schools can also rely on admission screens, utilizing a combination of 2018-19 test scores, previous years' grades, or other measures determined by each school. Schools must post their full admissions rubric online.

Auditions for performing arts high schools have shifted online, too. Students can produce one audition piece to submit to multiple schools. 

How to Apply to NYC's Public Schools
All families must set up a MySchools Account to process applications, whether applying to 3K or high school or any grade in between. Questions about the process can be addressed by your child's current school, by reaching out to the Family Welcome Center in your home district, or by calling 311.
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NYC Middle School Admissions Changes

1/10/2021

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The middle school application opens the week of January 11, 2021, and closes the week of February 8, 2021. While middle schools can provide geographic priority for in-district students to keep younger kids closer to home, all other admissions priorities must be dropped for this admissions cycle. Schools with more applications than available seats will utilize a lottery system to determine which students receive offers.
The removal of screens will be reevaluated prior to the next admissions cycle and affects 196 schools citywide that use some sort of screening in their admissions process.
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​How to Apply to NYC's Public Schools
All families must set up a MySchools Account to process applications, whether applying to 3K or high school or any grade in between. Questions about the process can be addressed by your child's current school, by reaching out to the Family Welcome Center in your home district, or by calling 311.
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Bad Mask Breath: Does It Tell You Something About Your Health?

1/5/2021

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By Libby Hastert TrueNorth
​What Causes Bad Breath?
Halitosis, the medical term for bad breath, is caused by several things.

Bacteria inside the mouth is the most common cause of bad breath. Bacteria grows as a result of poor dental hygiene.

What you put in your mouth is another underlying factor in bad breath. If last night’s dinner is still lingering, garlic or onions might be to blame. Drinking alcoholic beverages or coffee can also leave you needing a breath mint or three. And if you followed your meal with an after-dinner cigarette, your breath might really be in trouble.
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When Bad Breath Won't Go Away
If bad breath is chronic, lasting more than a few days, an underlying health problem may be at the root of the issue.

Bad breath is sometimes caused by:

- Chronic acid reflux
- Chronic dry mouth
- Kidney failure
- Tooth decay or gum disease, which results from plaque build-up
- Uncontrolled diabetes
- Untreated tonsilitis, allergy-related postnasal drip or respiratory infections like sinusitis or bronchitis 


How to Treat Bad Breath
The good news is that while bad breath can be frustrating, it’s often short-term and treatable.
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Quick fixes include:

Brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing daily
Eating healthy 
Staying hydrated
Stopping the use of tobacco products
Treating allergies to reduce postnasal drip
If your bad breath lasts more than a few days, call your doctor. Because conditions like diabetes and kidney failure pose a serious risk to your overall health, it’s important to discuss chronic bad breath with a medical professional.

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Applications for New York State Rent Relief Program Reopen

1/3/2021

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The second application period runs from Dec. 18 through Feb. 1 and previous applicants do not need to reapply. The state will re-evaluate all past applications based on the new criteria.
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COVID-19 Rapid Testing

12/28/2020

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Free rapid COVID tests are available at these Test & Trace Clinic locations:
  • Central Harlem: 2238 5th Ave., 1st floor 
  • Chelsea: 303 9th Ave.
  • Riverside: 160 W. 100th St.
  • Washington Heights: 600 W. 168th St., 3rd floor
Schedule an appointment online here. Appointment slots are available up to a week in advance.


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Free Neighborhood Covid Testing Sites in Harlem

12/22/2020

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Free Neighborhood Testing Sites:

Manhattan School of Music, 120 Claremont Avenue

Manhattan Borough President's list of testing sites

NYC Health & Hospital Sites

https://www.nychealthandhospitals.org/covid-19-testing-sites/

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New Supermarket-Style Food Pantry Open On Upper East Side

12/17/2020

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By Gillian Smith Patch
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Run by a new nonprofit called the Urban Outreach Center, the site includes a supermarket-style food pantry that allows visitors the comfort of being able to choose from available foods, adding dignity and a sense of normalcy for people receiving fresh produce and healthy staples from the pantry.

The Urban Outreach Center is at 1745 1st Ave., between East 90th and 91st streets. While hours will expand after the new year, it is currently open Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., on the sidewalk in front of the building.
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The location also includes community dinners on Tuesday evenings, offering hot, restaurant-quality meals to food-insecure families senior citizens and low-income New Yorkers.
There are also clothing rooms, mail distribution services and a job center.
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First Coronavirus Vaccine Shot In State Goes To NYC Nurse

12/14/2020

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Seasonal Jobs Now Hiring

11/16/2020

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How to Get Your Bad Mask Breath Under Control

11/6/2020

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By Jennifer Logan, MD, MPH Livestrong
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​When it comes to mask annoyances, you probably never thought stink-to-high-heaven breath would be on the top of your list. But more than 80 million people suffer from chronic halitosis, according to the Academy of General Dentistry, a condition you may not normally be able to sniff out on your own.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Calming Anxiety

10/25/2020

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By Meghan T. Walls, PsyD KidsHealth
​If you feel stressed about coronavirus, you're not alone. Coronavirus (COVID-19) has had ripple effects into almost every aspect of our lives. It's affected the way we live every day. So much has changed in such a short time.

It's natural to feel anxiety when we face a crisis, the unknown, or sudden change. It's a normal reaction to feel the need for safety, certainty, predictability, and control.

Anxiety is a normal emotion and serves as a signal to pay attention so we can protect ourselves. Anxiety alerts us. It prompts us to adapt. But when we're overwhelmed by anxiety, it sometimes can do more harm than good.

When anxiety becomes overwhelming, we're less able to rise to a challenge, and sometimes we get stuck.

Here are some tips that can help you cope with anxiety and give you a sense of control even during an uncertain time. Many are simple techniques with proven benefits.

Follow the advice of experts. First, know what to do to avoid the spread of germs. This not only helps keep you safer, it gives you and your kids a sense of control! Follow the expert guidelines for health and safety. Wash your hands well and often. Keep surfaces clean. Stay at home when you can. If you need to go out, wear a mask and keep a safe distance from others. When you do these things, you protect yourself, your family, and your community.

Notice, label, and accept your emotions. When you feel anxious, quietly say to yourself, "OK, there's my anxiety again." Just putting a label on what we feel helps reduce our concern.

Accept anxiety as one of your many emotions. Don't ignore it, fight it, reject it, or be afraid of it. Don't judge yourself for feeling it. Be kind. Give yourself permission to be human.

Keep it in perspective and notice the good. Don't let anxiety run the show. It's one part of your emotional life, but it's not the whole thing. Leave room to challenge yourself: Is there anything going well? What positive things have happened that make me think this anxious thought might not be accurate?

Direct your attention or practice mindfulness. When you notice anxious thoughts, know that you don't have to dwell on them. Direct your attention to things that help you feel calm. You can use techniques such as guided imagery (easily found on YouTube or Google Video) or mindfulness practices that help you focus on being in the moment.

Practice breathing. Just pausing to take a breath can calm you in a difficult moment. It can help you pause before you react, and choose how to react. Specifically, "belly breathing" or diaphragmatic breathing is most helpful. Practice for 5–10 minutes a day. Try an app like "Belly Bio" that is free to download.

Reach out to others. Staying in touch with friends and family is good for you and for them. Feeling close to others reduces anxiety, and has been known to boost the immune system. Even though we're staying home more, we can reach out by phone, video chat, or social media. We can feel close, even while we're apart. Practice physical distancing, but social togetherness.

Practice gratitude. Noticing what we're grateful for is a powerful remedy to anxiety. Showing gratitude is another way to feel close to others. It benefits your mood and your health. Say a simple heartfelt thank-you. Make a list of what you're grateful for. Send a letter to someone who's helped you. Let loved ones know how much they mean to you.

Be awed by nature. Even 5 minutes spent appreciating nature can lower anxiety and blood pressure. It raises emotional well-being. It reminds us we are part of something bigger than ourselves.

Be active. Even though we are staying at home more, find ways to be active every day. There are plenty of ways to be active outdoors and still practice social distancing (also called physical distancing). Exercise relaxes you. It generates hormones that boost the body's immune system. If you can't get out, take a fitness class online.

Keep your balance. Calming anxiety doesn't mean ignoring problems. It's about finding our balance so we can cope well; so we can help ourselves and each other though this situation. We can find calm and well-being even when we face great uncertainty.

Know when to reach out for help. If your anxiety seems overwhelming — if you're having trouble sleeping, eating, or interacting in the ways you normally would — get help. Most behavioral health providers are offering telehealth visits during this time and can schedule with new patients. Don't be afraid to reach out for help during this stressful time!
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How To Make Your Makeup Last Under A Face Mask

10/12/2020

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Self Care Worksheet For COVID-19

10/10/2020

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Everything You Need to Know About Maskne & How to Treat It

10/3/2020

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Get Tested For COVID-19

9/23/2020

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Symptoms Of COVID-19

9/17/2020

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Free School Meals

9/9/2020

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Find a Free Meal Location Near You
- Free "Grab and Go" meals are available for all New Yorkers
- Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 1:30 pm 
- Meals Hubs will operate for children and families from 7:30 am to 11:30 am, and for adults from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
- No one will be turned away at any time
- All adults and children can pick up multiple meals at once
- No registration, ID, or documentation required
- No dining space is available, so meals must be eaten off premises.
- Parents and guardians may pick up meals for their children
- View sites that offer exclusively kosher certified meals
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Get The Facts: Coronavirus

9/7/2020

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9 Breathable, Reusable Face Masks For Non-Essential Workers, All Under $10

9/5/2020

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By Rhea Saravanan Odyssey
  1. SwaddleDesigns Chambray Mask
    SwaddleDesigns, a blanket making company founded by an RN, has transitioned into making face masks. Each mask is only $5.99, and there is an option to buy in bulk for $110 for 100 masks. All masks are designed by a nurse and feature a double layer of soft, breathable cotton.

  2. Vera Bradley Pleated Mask
    The Vera Bradley $8 pleated face mask with adjustable elastics is 100% cotton. It includes a pocket for disposable filters, which are sold separately on the website. The masks are available in seven floral patterns. As of now, the pleated masks have a 4.4-star review.

  3. Champion Cotton Wicking Mask
    The Champion $10 cotton wicking face mask with a logo patch is also 100% cotton. It utilizes X-temp technology that keeps you cooler and drier by adapting to the temperature. The masks are available in black, khaki, and navy blue.

  4. American Eagle Outfitters Mask
    The American Eagle Outfitters $9.95 3-pack of reusable face masks consist of three levels of breathable fabric. Each mask in the 3-pack has a different pattern, and there are a total of 6. The mask has an adjustable nose wire that increases comfort.
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  5. Joann Cotton Mask
    Joann's 100% cotton double-layered face masks are only $3.99 with free curbside pickup. There are 18 patterns available including dainty floral and gingham designs. The mask provides extra filtration while also allowing breathability.

  6. Pacsun Tonal Mask
    The Pacsun Tonal Face Mask comes in a variety of patterns from solid colors to tie-dye designs for only $9.95. It's 100% cotton jersey and includes a built-in filter pocket with elastic ear loops. The mask has a lightweight build making it breathable without compromising protection.

  7. Old Navy Triple Layer Cloth Mask
    The Old Navy mask is 100% cotton poplin, and it consists of three layers. It is made from excess fabric from Old Navy clothing, making it sustainable. Masks come in a variety of fun colors and prints.

  8. Alice & Olivia Protective Mask
    The Alice & Olivia mask is double layered with removable stitching to insert a filter. It consists of 96% Viscose and 4% Elastic. The mask can be machine washed and tumble dried on low heat. It takes approximately two weeks for delivery.

  9. Vida Protective Mask
    The Vida Protective Mask consists of double-layered 100% cotton material. It includes two layers of melt-blown filter and one layer of carbon activated filter. The adjustable straps allow the mask to fit kids, teens, and adults.
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Reopening Plan

9/3/2020

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Hello GWM Community, 

As we reopen for the fall, we would like to emphasize that our first and foremost commitment is to the health and safety of our students, faculty, staff, extended families, and community. Our ability to conduct in-person learning rests on our collective commitment to be diligent regarding all the new policies and procedures as well as personal health and hygiene.

The following comprehensive plan has been established to allow Groove With Me, Inc. to welcome our students, faculty, and staff back into the studios. This plan outlines how we can return to the studios while mitigating, to the best of our ability, the risk of transmission of the COVID-19 virus. These policies and protocols are based on guidance from the Center for Disease Control and the NY State Department of Health.

The health and safety of our students and employees is of paramount importance to Groove With Me, Inc. We are fully committed to continually updating and revising this plan as new information about the virus becomes available.

All families who wish to participate this fall must read our policies and precautions. Please click the link below to learn more. 

GWM COVID POLICY AND PRECAUTIONS

Thank you so much to the 52 people who answered our survey about returning to classes.  We are so happy to work with you to address your needs and concerns. You are about to receive all our policies for the fall.

To answer some specific questions, we would like to highlight the following: 
  1. All dancers must have an updated or unexpired physical prior to the first day of classes. No child will be allowed to participate without a physical. 
  2. No parents will be allowed upstairs in the studio. 
  3. Everyone must comply with all safety precautions. There will be no exceptions. 
  4. Parents will fill out our Health survey form before class. Please refer to the Health Survey Form section below. 
  5. We are using germicidal, disinfection, and virudial cleaning products. 
  6. We will report to you after the first week and throughout the fall that all policies are being followed and are working. 
  7.  We are strategizing ways to engage the age groups not included in our first enrollment. 

Registration:
Registration is on September 8th, 2020. A GWM staff member will contact you. If you have an updated phone number, please email us. REGISTRATION IS NOT IN PERSON. No one is at the studio, 212-987-5910 is inoperable at this time. 

Ages 7- 9 will receive a call between 11:00AM-1:00PM
Ages 10-12 will receive a call between 1:00PM-3:00PM 
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  • Families must be available during the suggested time. 
  • Children can only be registered for one class this semester or until further notice.
  • We encourage families to have a class in mind prior to their call.
  • Please have a back up class in case classes become full. Below is the fall schedule.​
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Health Survey Form:
All families are required to fill out this form prior to class. You can access this form on any device. In the event that you do not, we will have printouts available. 


Health Survey Form Link
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Gyms Are Back

9/2/2020

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Gyms can reopen starting today once the owner has submitted a Gym and Fitness Facility Inspection Request and Attestation Form. If your gym is reopening, read our latest guidance to learn more about the steps you need to take to reopen safely: https://t.co/E7waq7MTuE pic.twitter.com/ljHZQOVXwZ

— nychealthy (@nycHealthy) September 2, 2020
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NYC Delays Start of School to Ready for In-Person Classes

9/2/2020

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​#ReturnToSchool2020 NEWS: on Monday, September 21, 2020 all schools will begin full-day teaching and learning. Students in blended learning will begin to report to buildings, depending on their in-person schedule. All students in 100% remote learning will begin full-day learning.
​Las escuelas de @NYCschools comenzarán las clases a tiempo completo el lunes, 21 de septiembre de 2020. Entre el 16 y el 18 de septiembre, los estudiantes se conectarán a distancia durante parte del día para una orientación sobre la enseñanza. Visite http://schools.nyc.gov/returntoschool2020.
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GWM Politica y precauciones de COVID

9/1/2020

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NUEVAS MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD EN EL ESTUDIO:
  • Distanciamiento social al entrar y salir del edificio.
  • Todos los miembros de nuestro personal deberán usar una máscara en todo momento mientras estén en el estudio.
  • No usaremos nuestros el vestuario. Las bailarinas deben traer sus bolsas de baile o pertenencias al estudio y tendrán lugares separados a seis pies para sus pertenencias. Limite la cantidad que trae al estudio.
  • Las bailarinas deben venir vestidas para la clase con la excepción del cambio de zapatos en el que se hará a seis pies de distancia.
  • No se utilizará la fuente de agua. Por favor traiga su propia botella de agua etiquetada con su nombre.
  • Nuestros baños serán desinfectados al principio y al final del día.
  • Las bailarinas deben lavarse las manos con agua y jabón antes y después de la clase usando un dispensador sin contacto.
  • Nuestros estudios se limpiarán y desinfectarán antes y después de cada clase.
  • Las barras se limpiarán entre clases.
  • “Six-Feet-Safe” en las clases. El piso está marcado para mostrar a las bailarinas dónde pararse.
    No se utilizarán accesorios al comienzo de nuestra reapertura.
  • Contamos con suministros, equipos y materiales desinfectantes especiales que hemos estado utilizando para garantizar la limpieza y la seguridad. Utilizamos productos de limpieza germicidas, desinfectantes y virudiales.
  • Los horarios de clases pueden modificarse para los tiempos de transición y para limitar el número de personas en el edificio.

DEJAR Y RECOGER:
  • No se permitirá a los padres subir las escaleras. Para limitar el número de personas en el edificio, solo las estudiantes, el personal y los maestros podrán entrar al estudio.
  • Todos los padres dejarán a sus hijas con un miembro del personal de GWM en el primer piso o en las escaleras.
  • La temperatura de las niñas se tomará antes de entrar.
  • Un empleado de GWM los llevará arriba. Los padres seguirán el mismo protocolo al final de la clase. Un empleado de GWM llevará a las niñas al vestíbulo o por las escaleras. Por favor llegue a tiempo ya que somos un personal pequeño y necesitamos despedir a cada niña de una a una.
  • Agradecemos la cooperación de todos en este asunto.
  • El personal asignará a cada bailarina su "Parking Spot" (lugar de estacionamiento) en el estudio para sus pertenencias y "Dancing Spot" (lugar de baile).
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QUIEN NO DEBE ASISTIR A CLASE:
  • Cualquier bailarina que se sienta enfermo debe quedarse en casa. (Fiebre, tos, estornudos, secreción nasal, etc.)
  • Cualquier bailarina que viva con un familiar enfermo debe quedarse en casa.
  • Cualquiera que sienta que no puede cumplir con todos los procedimientos también debe quedarse en casa.
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Estos son los protocolos y procedimientos que seguirá el estudio en este momento.
Se pueden hacer modificaciones según sea necesario durante la temporada.
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GWM COVID Policy And Precautions

9/1/2020

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NEW SAFETY MEASURES AT THE STUDIO:
  • Social-Distancing upon entering & exiting the building.
  • All of our staff members will be required to wear a mask at all times while in the studio.
  • We will not be using our dressing rooms. Dancers are to bring their dance bags or belongings into the studio and will have spots six feet apart for their belongings. Please limit the amount you bring into the studio. 
  • Dancers must come dressed for class with the exception of shoe changing in which will be done six feet apart.
  • The water fountain will not be used. Please bring your own water bottle labeled with your name. 
  • Our restrooms will be disinfected at the beginning and end of the day.
  • Students are to wash their hands with soap and water both before class and after class using a touchless dispenser. 
  • Our studios will be wiped down, cleaned and disinfected before and after each class.
  • Barres will be wiped down between classes if used at all.
  • “Six-Feet-Safe” in the classrooms. The floor is marked to show dancers where to stand. 
  • Props will not be used in the beginning of our reopening.
  • We have special disinfectant supplies, equipment and materials that we have been using to assure cleanliness and safety. We are using germicidal, disinfection, and virudial cleaning products. 
  • Class times may be modified for transition times and to limit the number of people in the building.
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DROP-OFF & PICK-UP:
  • No parents will be allowed upstairs. To limit the number of people in the building, only students, staff and teachers will be allowed in the studio.
  • All parents will drop off their children to a GWM staff person downstairs in the lobby or the stairs.
  • Children’s temperature will be taken at the lobby. 
  • A GWM employee will bring them upstairs. Parents will then follow the same protocol at the end of class. A GWM employee will bring the girls to the lobby or out the stairs. Please be on time as we are a small staff and need to dismiss each child one at a time.    
  • We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in this matter. 
  • Staff will assign each dancer their “Parking Spot” in the studio (for their belongings) & “Dancing Spot”.

WHO SHOULD NOT COME TO CLASS:
  • Any dancer feeling ill should stay home. (Fever, coughing, sneezing, runny nose, etc.)
  • Any dancer living with a family member who is ill should stay home.
  • Anyone who feels they cannot comply with all procedures should also stay home.​
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These are the protocols and procedures that the studio will follow at this time.
Modifications may be made as needed during the season. 
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Positivity During COVID-19

8/25/2020

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