Our Philosophy Positive Image Performing Arts aka PIPA’s philosophy is to provide a positive & fun-loving environment in which students are taught to achieve their own unique ability & talent. We strive to meet the needs of all students by offering numerous disciplines of dance and performing arts on many levels. Our dedicated staff teach with positive reinforcement and our teachers promote positive thinking, self-discipline, confidence and goal setting. Our students are encouraged to develop creativity, poise, technique and self-esteem. Many friendships and good memories develop over the years. Whether you are a recreational or serious minded dancer, our mission is to provide the best education available at an affordable cost.

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Please read PIPA News and Updates for important information about our programs and events... PIPA Emails: Remember, always review/read the Weekly PIPA emails for more information. Dance Moms: Check us out on Lifetime TV’s, “Dance Moms”, Episode 5, Season 4! ANNOUNCEMENTS! WELCOME TO THE A SEASON OF DANCE & CHARM! Please read below to get info on our PIPA Recital, Dress Code, Fundraising that you can start TODAY, WSSU Homecoming Parade, Parent Observation, Payment Info, etc. OUR MISSION: Our mission is to provide a positive, fun loving environment in which the students are taught to achieve their own unique abilities and talents. We strive to meet the needs of all students by offering numerous disciplines of dance and performing arts on many levels. Our dedicated staff of positive images, teach with positive reinforcement and our teachers promote positive thinking, self-discipline, confidence and the setting of goals. Students learn to work within a group to achieve that goal. Our students are encouraged to develop creativity, poise, technique and self-esteem. Many friendships and good memories develop over the years. Whether you are a recreational or serious-minded dancer, our mission is to provide the best education available at an affordable cost. OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Thursday 6:15pm-8:00pm Please remember our office hours by patiently waiting for us to set up and by not waiting until 8pm to ask a question or make a payment. The desk will close promptly at 8pm. COMMUNICATION: P.I.P.A .wants YOU to be informed! Parents who drop their dancer off at the door should stop by the studio at least twice per month in order to stay up-to-date on current events, payments, etc. The following are additional ways you and your dancer can stay in the know... * Studio news and updates are emailed * Check out our studio Facebook page for special social media discounts, incentives, pictures, videos and news * Use our website www.pipartsnc.com We post a lot of info there. * It is very important for parents and instructors to keep lines of communication open to ensure each student is getting the most out of his/her learning experience. If you ever have questions or ideas, please make an Parents will be able to observe classes the last class of the month starting in November. We know that you are excited to see how much your kids are learning, however, parents & friends sitting through class is not allowed, as it will disturb valuable practice time. Please take advantage of each parent observation day. DRESS CODE: A dancer should always be properly dressed and groomed. It is part of the self-discipline, which goes hand-in-hand with dance training itself. Students MUST wear the proper attire listed for their specific class. All dress codes will be enforced. Should a student come without proper attire they will be asked to borrow items from our “lost and found box” or sit out of class. CLASS DRESS CODES: Combo Classes (Ballet, Jazz and Tumbling) – any color leotard with pink tights (all dancers will need to have a black leotard at some point). Dance skirts, leggings, booty shorts, and gauchos can be worn as cover ups. All dancers will need pink ballet shoes. Praise Dance – leggings, T-shirts, dance skirts and any type of athletic wear. Hip Hop & Tumbling– dancers need to wear any type of fitted athletic wear and sneakers. For tumbling, loose fitting clothes can be a safety hazard. LOST & FOUND: P.I.P.A. is not responsible for lost items. If you are missing something, please check the lost and found basket. *Please put your child's name on all of their dance items. *Check your child’s dance bag daily Email pipartsws@gmail.com if you need us to order your items for you. PIANO LESSIONS: Beginning fundamentals for Piano, Learning Scales, small pieces to work on!  EVERYBODY CLAP YOUR HANDS!: This is a video that features our girls that was choreographed by Courtney Porter! PIPA KUDOS: Click on these great articles and recognition awards for info about Positive Image Performing Arts!

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