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Policies & Procedures

The Edmond Fine Arts Institute is a 501c3 nonprofit committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. All classes are open to students pre-school through adults and we embrace differences in ethnicity, ability, gender identity and expression.

Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Fridays 9:00-1:00  

Creative Class Hours: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm daily
Class and/or camps may not begin earlier than 9:00 am or end later than 9:00 pm unless cleared with the office staff.

To accommodate departmental needs summer and holiday hours may vary.

The following policies are in place for classes to ensure the Edmond Fine Arts Institute is a safe space for all students to discover, create, and perform. Please remember that our policies are updated based on state and federal recommendations for best practices and are subject to change. It is ultimately up to you to decide what is best for yourself and your family. Registration indicates acknowledgment and acceptance of all Edmond Fine Arts Institute policies.

 

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These memberships support our programs

and offer a variety of benefits, including:

  • Early access to enrollment

  • Up to 20% off classes 

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Registration

  • TUITION IS DUE UPON ENROLLMENT. Only after payment is received is enrollment guaranteed. 

 

  • Classes require a minimum of three students. Should a class not reach the minimum, FAI reserves the right to cancel the class, and students will receive a full refund or credit.

 

  • Make-up classes are NOT offered if a student is absent. Tuition will not be prorated for unattended classes.

 

  • All art supplies are provided by FAI unless otherwise indicated in the class description.

 

  • Registration requires an email address that may be added to the FAI Monthly ENewsletter; however, you can unsubscribe anytime.​

Refunds 

  • Classes Refund Policy: All classes are non-refundable. However, if the office is notified at least 24 hours in advance a class credit will be given. Please be aware that we cannot issue credits once a class has started.

  • Camps Cancellation Policy:  A $50 cancellation fee applies to all camp enrollment. If cancellation is required, FAI will provide in-house credit for the tuition balance, minus the $50 cancellation fee only if notified at least seven days before the first day of camp. All tuition is forfeited with less than seven days' notice.

Student Drop Off & Pick Up

  • Children 7 and up - For your convenience, you may drop off and pick up children seven and older at the front entrance. If it is your first time in the building, please escort your child to their room for the first class.

  • Children 3-6 years - Please drop off and pick up children at their classrooms. As space in the gallery area is limited, we encourage parents to wait in our courtyard. Alternatively, parents are welcome to use this time to run errands and return for pick-up.

Cancellations

  1. Instructor-Led Cancellations: If an instructor needs to cancel a class, students will receive notification through email, text message, or phone call. We will reschedule the class later. If rescheduling is not feasible, students will receive credit for the missed class.

  2. Weather-Related Cancellations: Announcements regarding class cancellations due to weather conditions will be communicated through local news stations, Facebook, and Instagram. 

Cancellations Due to Weather

will be listed on local news stations, Facebook, and Instagram.

No make up classes or refunds are offered for classes cancelled due to weather.

 Edmond Public School closures
DOES NOT determine FAI closings.

Photo & Video Release

Unless notified otherwise, enrollment indicates agreement to the use of any photos or videos taken at FAI for educational or publicity purposes.

In the Classroom 

  • Student Independence in Artwork: We strongly encourage all students to create artwork independently, fostering creativity and personal growth.

  • Parental Presence in Children's Classes: To ensure a conducive environment for creativity and individual learning, parents are not allowed in children's classes during session times.

  • Behavioral Standards and Enrollment: FAI is committed to a positive learning atmosphere. Consequently, we reserve the right to refuse enrollment or dismiss any student whose behavior is disruptive or detrimental to this environment. Such behavior may also lead to suspension from future FAI programs or classes.

  • Class Schedules and Instructors: FAI reserves the right to modify class schedules or substitute instructors as needed. Any such changes will be communicated to students in advance.

Health 

  • Illness Prevention: To maintain a healthy environment, we request that anyone with a household member exhibiting fever or illness symptoms refrains from attending classes. Our goal is to ensure a safe and creative space for all participants.

  • Risk Acknowledgment: By enrolling at the Edmond Fine Arts Institute, you acknowledge the inherent risks of in-person attendance and agree to comply with all our health and safety measures while on the premises.

Wait Lists

Class sizes are limited but wait lists are available and are filled in the order received. Students will be contacted  when/if space becomes available.

Security Measures

  • Building Access: Ensuring student safety is of utmost importance. Outside of office hours (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday), all doors will be securely locked following student arrival. Access after-hours can be gained using the doorbells located at the main entrance and on the east side of the building.

  • Video Surveillance:FAI makes limited use of video surveillance systems on its property. Video surveillance systems are primarily used to record access at building entrances, gallery and lobby space.  Surveillance cameras are never used in areas where privacy is expected. The primary purpose of the  surveillance system is to allow the investigation of crimes committed against the organization. 

Policy Acknowledgement

Registration indicates acknowledgment and acceptance of all Edmond Fine Arts Institute policies.

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