MARCH NEWSLETTER
MARCH 2014

Hello Chipps! 
Can you believe that it is already March? Soon enough we will be sitting at the Andover Collins Center enjoying our 35th annual production "EXCELERATION"! But before we get to the recital there are some preparations and reminders that need refreshing. Below you will find all the important things going on in the month of March as we all prepare for the recital. We take great pride in our studio's ability to organize each student's recital details and our faculty and staff will be here to help you every step of the way. Please read below and let us know if you have any additional questions or concerns. Thank you for your continued support!
MARCH VISITOR'S DAY
March 1-7th, 2014
Parents are invited to watch your dancers during the last 5 minutes of each class this week! Your dancers will be showing you some of the things that they have been working on in each of their classes and teachers will be going over important announcements at this time. We hope to see you there!
RECITAL PACKAGE
You will be receiving your detailed recital information package when you pay your March tuition. Please make sure that you read through this information thoroughly and ask our administrative staff any additional questions. 

The following information is included in your Recital Package

-Recital Packet explaining every step of the recital process and important dates
 
-Which show your child will be participating in on Saturday, May 17, 2014
(Show Times are 10:00am, 1:00pm, 4:00pm or 7:00pm) and each show order

-What he/she needs for shoes, tights and hair styles for each routine

-Individual Picture Information & sign ups procedures

-Recital DVD & T-Shirt Order Forms

-2014 Summer Workshop Schedules & Registration Information

-2014-2015 Dance Registration Information

-2014-2015 Competition Team Audition Dates/Times

-"Jump The Line" Survey

COSTUME BALANCES & CREDITS
Applied to All Accounts March 1, 2014
Recital costume prices have been finalized. This means that all costume credits and balances have been applied to your dancer account. Please check in with the front desk before sending in your March Tuition for your correct total.
RECITAL LOTTERY TICKET
Pick your Lottery Number March 1st - 31st
When your March tuition is paid, each student will pick a lottery number at random. This will determine your appointment time to purchase recital tickets at the studio. We will post your appointment times at the beginning of April and all appointments will be held April 28th-May 3rd. For more information please refer to your recital package. Our administration will help guide you along the way.
SUPPORT TEAM CHIPPS
March 14-16th, Starpower Competition, Andover, MA
The 2014 Nancy Chippendale Competition Team travels to Andover on March 14-16th to compete at Starpower and then to Onstage NY, March 21st-23rd in Lowell, MA. Come support the CHIPPS as they compete against some of the best dancers in New England. Visit out website for details regarding the 2014 Competition Tour!

Competition Calendar

COMPETITION TEAM PEP RALLY
Friday, March 7, 2014 6:00-9:00pm
It's that time of year again...COMPETITION SEASON is here! Don't miss your opportunity to hang with your fellow CHIPPS as they get psyched for the season. All members of the Nancy Chippendale Competition Team are invited to attend. Dancers will be served pizza and showcase their competition dances to the whole 2014 Comp Team! Please wear your dance clothes and bring all dance shoes and a drink. GO CHIPPS!
$7 SATURDAY with ALEX FETBROTH
Open Hip Hop Master Class - Ages 9 and Up
March 8, 2014 - 10:30-12:00pm

Alex Fetbroth is originally from the Boston area and is now dancing professionally in Hollywood, CA. He can be seen dancing with today's hottest musicians on tour, at music festivals and at awards shows. Film/TV credits include Hannah Montana The Movie, The Today Show, So You Think You Can Dance. Alex has worked with many notable choreographers including Tabitha and Napoleon, Jamal Sims, Dave Scott, Kevin Maher, Misha Gabriel, Nick Bass, Kenny Wormald and many more. Alex also teaches regularly at Millennium Dance Complex in Los Angeles.

 

Sign Up Today at the Front Desk

FUNDRAISER @ THE 99 RESTAURANT 
March 14-16th, 2014
Team CHIPPS will be hosting a fundraiser at 99 Restaurant, Andover, MA, March 14th-16th, 2014. All proceeds will benefit the NYCDA College Scholarship Foundation. See you there!
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
Next Visitor's Day April 1st-7th, 2014
 
*March 15,2014 is the LAST day to add or drop techniques classes for the 2013-2014 Dance Season

In This Issue
Congratulations Sarver Family!
Congratulations to the SARVER Family for winning the February Valentine's Raffle Basket!
Do You Feel Lucky?
Do you have the luck of the Irish this St. Patrick's Day? Take a chance at winning $100 in scratch tickets in the March Raffle. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. Buy your raffle tickets today at the front desk. All proceeds will benefit the NYCDA Scholarship Foundation.
WIN BRUINS TICKETS
LAST CALL for your chance to win a pair Bruin's tickets! Raffle tickets available in the front lobby for $10 a chance or $25 for 3 chances. All proceeds will benefit the NYCDA College Scholarship Foundation.
Win a Lunch with 
The Carberry Sisters
One lucky winner and three of their friends of their choice will be invited on a very special lunch date with the Carberry Sisters. Raffle Tickets Available at the Front Desk March 18th - April 1st. All proceeds to benefit the NYCDA Scholarship Foundation.
International Dance Students: Host Family Opportunity
Nancy Chippendale's has more than 50 dancers flying in from around the world this summer to train at our dance studio. We invite all CHIPPS families to join us as host families. If interested please email [email protected] for more information.
Suggestions, Questions, Concerns?
Feel free to contact us. We want to hear from you!
Call: 978 685 5533

Our Administrative Team is always available to assist you. Below are the hours of operation at the front desk.

Monday 3:15pm - 8:45pm
Tuesday 9:00am - 8:45pm
Wednesday 9:00am - 8:45pm
Thursday 9:00am - 8:45pm
Friday 9am-12noon & 3:15pm - 7pm
Saturday 9:00am - 4:30pm

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