Noah’s Art Studios Art Camp Information

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 What to Bring to Art Camp

Noah’s Art Studios, LLC, complies with Virginia State Law, for with the most recently updated health guidance. As of 2/13/2024, in accordance with the updated Virginia law, mask-wearing is optional for students and campers. We highly respect each family to make their own decisions for their child/teen. Students may continue to wear masks if they choose to, but masks will not be required.

Noah’s Art Studios Teachers and program staff always have, and will continue to respect the decisions of each individual family. Our mission is to provide a welcoming, safe, and nurturing environment for every parent, student, and employee.

Restrooms are sanitized, and surfaces are cleaned frequently. Children wash hands with soap & water frequently. Classes/camps are 2-3 hours maximum duration.

For the 2023-2024 Summer, outside drop-off and pick up will be implemented. Parents will one at a time sign- in and out children for pick- ups and drop-offs. Only enrolled students/campers may enter the studio unless for pre-arranged tours or otherwise specified.

 

Snacks are available during classes and camps

Staff members are supervising at all times.

 

Sickness/Ilness – if your child has a fever or symptoms of any illness, please keep him/her at home and let us know how we may help. If your child becomes ill during any class or camp, your child will be assisted and comforted, and you will be required to pick up your child. We have CPR and First Aid trained staff in the facility.

Thank you!

Emails are sent from: noahs.art.studios@gmail.com and Contact@noahsartstudios.org

 

Emergency Forms: The Emergency Information Form must be completed by the first day of every camp. ( Email Studio for forms that you need for your child)

 

Medical Notice: Noah’s Art Studios staff are not authorized to administer medications on a regular basis. If a student is to self-carry a medication for use in the event of an emergency, it must be noted on the Emergency Information Form, and written instructions on the administration of medicine must be provided by the parent or legal guardian on the Emergency Medication Permission Form. ( Email Studio for forms that you need for your child)

 

 

 

If your child has an allergy of any kind, it is important to inform Noah’s Art Studios staff on the first day of camp. If your child has a serious life-threatening allergy, we welcome you to remain onsite while your child is participating in the program. In the event of an emergency, Noah’s Art Studios Staff will respond to the situation promptly and accordingly; 

Transportation non-liability Waiver form- If you will like Noah’s Art Studios staff to transport your children to field trip sites the form will have to be filled out before field trips.

 

Art Supplies

All art supplies and materials are provided

 

Snack and Lunch

 

Nut- Free Snacks are Provided.  Students are required to pack their own lunch daily 

Noah’s Art Studios staff members supervise lunch and snack break.

 

Food Allergies

Please avoid any foods that may contain traces of peanuts or tree nuts for snack and/or lunch. Be mindful of others and aware that many children have life threatening food allergies; inform your child that we do not share food at the studio for the safety of other campers.

Check-In and Check-Out Procedures Check-In

Sign your child in at the beginning of every class by initialing the attendance sheet provided by the teacher. Do not drop children off outside the studios without signing them in. If your child is not signed in, Noah’s Art Studios will contact you immediately to pick your child up. To ensure you sign your camper in correctly, you or an authorized person must walk your child to the studios every morning and fill out the attendance sheet.

 

Ages 13 -17: Student’s ages 13-17 enrolled are  permitted to sign themselves in and out of each class with written permission from parent, guardian, or caregiver.

 

Check-Out: Please wait patiently outside of the studio until class has ended and someone has notified you to enter; students need time to finish projects, clean up, and review the day’s lesson. Art Camp staff will ask all adults to initial beside the child’s name on the attendance sheet to verify pick-up. A photo ID is required for an adult (other than the regular parent, guardian, caregiver) to pick up a child.

 

Drop off and Pick-up Times

Noah’s Art Studios does not offer any before or after care. However, Let us know if you need flexibility in advance if you need to drop off or pick up earlier or later. If a camper is not picked up within 15 minutes of the camp’s completion time Noah’s Art Studios staff will attempt to contact the parent/guardian and emergency contact. If Noah’s Art Studios staff cannot reach contacts 30 minutes past the camp’s completion time the proper authorities will be notified.

 

 What to Wear

Campers should wear clothes that parents/guardians won’t mind them getting messy in or bring an old shirt or smock.

 

Photographing Studio Activities

Art Camp studio activities may be photographed for future promotional use by Noah’s Art Studios.

 

Noah’s Art Studios Rules, Expectations, and Consequences

Campers will:

1. Practice safety in the studios and follow teacher instructions.

2. Participate in all activities.

3. Be kind and respectful to Instructors, assistants and classmates.

4. Help in cleaning up after every activity.

5. Have fun!

If a rule or expectation is broken:

1st offense: Instructor/Assistant speaks with students about inappropriate behavior.

2nd offense: Student is taken away from class for quiet time and instructor/assistant speaks with parent/guardian. 3rd offense: Students may only be readmitted to Art Camp class at the discretion of the Noah’s Art Studio staff.

Note: Please do not allow your child to bring toys and other distractions into the studio. Students cannot use smartphones

 

during camp, unless permitted by the instructor/assistants. If your child carries a smartphone, it must be on vibrate.

Cancellation Policy

It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to record course start dates of registered camp(s). You will receive confirmation upon registering for camp. In the unlikely event that a course is canceled, you will be notified as soon as possible. Refunds are only available if a course is canceled by Noah’s Art Studios due to low enrollment. Art Campers canceling enrollment before the registration deadline will receive a tuition credit, which may only be applied to another class or camp at Noah’s Art Studios.

Evaluations

We value your opinion and would appreciate your taking the time for comments or suggestions.

Questions?

 

Please contact noahs.art.studios@gmail.com

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REFUND POLICY:

No refunds are available for Summer and School - Year classes not taken.

No Refunds if Noah’s Art Studios, LLC. cancels a session due to unforeseen circumstances, weather disasters, sicknesses\illness, or any other occurrences. Case by case basis will allow for credits for future class and camps only

GUESTS:

In order to not disturb the class, and to strictly observe our “STUDENTS ONLY” policy, ONLY registered students may remain in the studio. Thank you for your understanding.

WAIT LIST:

Our classes are sized to ensure the maximum standard for students. If a class becomes filled, we will place your child/children on a waiting list and notify you when space becomes available.

PICK-UP POLICY:

We take the safety of your children very seriously.  An enrollment form and information packet must be completed and signed for each child registered prior to leaving your child in the studio. NO exceptions. Parents/guardians are required to accompany students when arriving and departing and are required to sign in and out with the instructor/staff of the studio at every class. Older siblings may not drop off or pick up children unless they are 18 years or older, and the studio has been notified in writing of the name of an authorized individual. Any and all changes to the information contained on the enrollment form must be submitted in writing for said changes to take effect. We are able to accommodate your child 15 minutes prior to class time as we  prepare materials for his/her class. Please pick up your child promptly at the end of class. Let us know if flexibility is needed for pick- up in advance.

DRESS CODE:

We like to get messy with our creativity! Art overflows onto clothing!  Please bring an old shirt in a gallon sized zip loc bag or similar for your child. Please have your child dressed appropriately for class.

EMAIL:

We send out important notices regarding upcoming events, class happenings, and registration information throughout each session. Please check your email and our Facebook regularly for updates. Information and updates will be on Facebook, and specified information to personal emails. please give us your most current email address.

Emails are sent from noahs.art.studios@gmail.com

 

INCLEMENT WEATHER CLOSINGS:

 If severe weather is imminent, a message will be sent via email, announcing any closings of the inclement weather. It is your responsibility to check the Social Media page for information. There are no make-ups for inclement weather unless in certain circumstances. In these cases, you will be notified. Please check spam filters on your email provider to ensure that you are receiving our communications: noahs.art.studios@gmail.com

 

ELECTRONIC DEVICES:

Because the success of the studio is based on the interaction among the students and with the teacher, cell phones may NOT be used in class, unless in a verifiable emergency, or Break Time. NO other electronic devices are permitted during class, unless we are on a field trip, during breaks, and pick-up time.