Policy 

Policy & Notes

Lesson Scheduling & Attendance:

• Consistency is Key: Weekly lessons are strongly encouraged to ensure steady progress. Most students find one lesson per week is ideal for maintaining a strong learning rhythm and allowing enough practice time between sessions.

• Rescheduling & Cancellations: If you need to cancel or reschedule a lesson, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice. As a traveling instructor, I kindly ask for your consideration, as I coordinate multiple locations and schedules. While there is no late cancellation fee or loss of lesson, cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice may require rescheduling at a less convenient time, based on my limited availability.

• Missed Lessons: In cases of illness or emergencies, I will do my best to accommodate make-up lessons based on availability. However, missed lessons without prior notice may not be rescheduled.

At-Home Lesson Requirements:

• For in-home lessons, students must have the necessary equipment, including a music stand, instrument, and any required lesson materials (method books, sheet music, etc.).

• Students will be provided with a list of required materials before and after their second lesson.

Payment & Billing:

Lessons are billed on a weekly rate. Payment is due after each lesson unless otherwise arranged. Parents may opt for monthly payments, as long as all previously scheduled lessons have been completed before a new statement is issued.

Payments can be made via:

• Cash

• Checks: Payable to Jennifer M. Lacy

• Venmo: @MarieDreams

• Cashapp: $MarieDreams

Lesson Location:

• In-Studio Lessons: Lessons held at my studio in Marlin, TX.

• Traveling Lessons (In-Person): For students located outside of Marlin, there is a monthly $10 travel fee for lessons. This fee covers travel costs for students in the Killeen, Belton, Temple, Waco areas.

• Online Lessons: Available for students who prefer remote learning or need flexible scheduling.

Additional Notes:

• Students enrolled in the Flute High School Preparatory Program will receive complimentary piano accompaniment for their auditions or performances.

• Sewing Projects: For our sewing lessons, special project-based sessions may be available, especially during summer, where students will work on a single project over several lessons.

Health & Safety:

• Please inform me of any health or safety concerns (allergies, injuries, etc.) that might impact lessons or the learning environment.

• All students must adhere to the health guidelines for in-person lessons (masking, social distancing, etc.) as required by local regulations.