DFW Performing Arts Conservatory

All students must apply for and be granted admission to our curriculum to either Calvert or Keystone, depending on grade level. Application will be made through the administrative operation of The PAC. Admission to Calvert or Keystone and thus the Academic Programs of The PAC, will be done by Calvert and Keystone. The student may have to comply with certain tests prior to admission. The PAC will notify the student when tests are required and coordinate with the student, parent and Calvert or Keystone for the completion of those tests. This will be evaluated on a case by case by the administration of The PAC working with the counselors or administrators of Calvert and Keystone.
Textbooks will be furnished to the student by The PAC and will be signed out to each student for his or her use during the school semester. Once the semester is completed, the student will return the textbook in an undamaged condition to The PAC. If the books are damaged, the parent will be billed the cost of those books. All textbooks will remain the property of The PAC.

The method of instruction will be a self-paced independent study for each student either using the Calvert or the Keystone delivery systems. The courses are designed so each student may begin at any time and the student can control the pace at which they learn. The PAC and the student will also decide when to submit the progress tests. This flexible format is perfect for a variety of students. Although the pace is determined by the student, The PAC is acutely aware of the need for a timeline for each student to keep them on pace for graduation.

At The PAC all course study will reflect The PAC’s dual mission of a pre-professional and college preparation program regardless of the grade level of the student. As the student moves from grade to grade, the student will be expected to develop a strong foundation in the performing arts and excellent skills in academics. The general requirements are listed below under the grade level headings.

The PAC Grades 3 through 8 Requirements:

The 3rd through 8th grade requirements are based upon Calvert’s requirements according to how the student tested on their placement test upon enrolling in DFW PAC.

The PAC High School Graduation Requirements:

Keystone has set forth a minimum of 21 credits for graduation from High School. Our goal at The PAC is for our students to graduate with at least 23 credits to be prepared to attend the college of their choosing. If a student elects the 21 credit hour plan, he or she may be still be eligible for admission to college, but usually the choices are more limited. Without that notification, the 23-hour credit plan will be automatically assumed to be selected.

Once a student enters The PAC, a complete review of the existing transcript will be top priority to determine the proper classification. From that review a year--by--year graduation plan will be developed.

In general students taking Keystone courses are required to have 4.0 credits each in English, Mathematics,
Science and Social Sciences. Added to that will be requirements in Languages, Fine Arts, Health and Electives. There is a wide array of electives from which the student may select. The PAC will provide a list of those courses to the student and the parent.

Dual Diploma: All students will take courses in all four areas of the Fine Arts with an emphasis on his or her declared arts specialty. Our goal is to get two of the Fine Arts courses offered by The PAC to be credited to the student on his or her transcript. The PAC is working with both to attempt to get its courses approved, but this is a lengthy and long--term project and The PAC cannot assert when this will be available.

Homework:

For both Calvert and Keystone students, homework is a requirement. A student who works at an average pace will have 4-5 hours of homework per week. As you know, some students work at a slower pace and will need to spend more time on homework.

Benchmarks:

This year classes will begin August 22nd. This year our schedule will be as follows:
September 16th = 25% benchmark
October 14th = 50% benchmark
November 18th = 75% benchmark
December 16th = 100% benchmark

Christmas break will be from December 19th through January 1st. The fall semester will end on January 13th, 2012.

The spring semester will begin on January 17th, 2012. The spring benchmark dates will be February 17th, March 16th, April 13th and May 11th. School will end June 1, 2012.

FINE ARTS:

We are excited to offer to your student the best in instruction in four Fine Arts Disciplines. Students will be required to take all four disciplines; however, each student will receive intensive training in the Fine Arts Discipline of his or her specialty.

The core will be comprised of dance - all styles, vocal - both Broadway and contemporary, drama - theatre and commercial, instrumental music - keyboard, guitar and percussion. Musical theory will be also taught at the core level of instruction.

At the PAC seasoned, working professionals will train students using cutting edge industry standards. Some of the courses offered are taught by professionals with Dallas Summer Musicals, a former Radio Disney vocal coach, an Acting coach to some of today’s Disney stars, a Grammy affiliated music instructor and some of the Nations top dance instructors.

In a public school setting normally 35 to 40 hours per week will be devoted to academics and limited electives (sports, band, etc). At the PAC we believe your student's time can be better divided between academics (20 to 24 hours per week) and his or her preferred Fine Arts Discipline (24 to 26 hours per week). Most students after spending a full day in public school (35 to 40 hours) will supplement his or her fine arts desire with after hours classes which can last until 8 pm most evenings. At the PAC we believe a more concentrated effort on academics and fine arts can be done within normal public school hours.

By becoming a member of The PAC, the student is offered uncompromising academic educational opportunity rounded out by an unparalleled professional opportunity in fine arts. Just imagine how your student will grow in the industry based on devoting 24 to 26 hours per week during the school year.

Why can't you get this training in school? You can if you join The PAC?

We are excited to offer to your student the best in instruction in four Fine Arts Disciplines. Students will be required to take all four disciplines; however, each student will receive intensive training in the Fine Arts Discipline of his or her specialty.

The core will be comprised of dance - all styles, vocal - both Broadway and contemporary, drama - theatre and commercial, instrumental music - keyboard, guitar and percussion. Musical theory will be also taught at the core level of instruction.

At the PAC seasoned, working professionals will train students using cutting edge industry standards. Some of the professionals will included courses offered by Dallas Summer Musicals, former Radio Disney vocal coach, Grammy affiliated music instructor and some of the Nations top dance instructors.

In a public school setting normally 35 to 40 hours per week will be devoted to academics and limited electives (sports, band, etc). At the PAC we believe your student's time can be better divided between academics (20 to 24 hours per week) and his or her preferred Fine Arts Discipline (24 to 26 hours per week). Most student after spending a full day in public school (35 to 40 hours) will supplement his or her desired fine arts desire with after hours classes which can last until 8 pm most evenings. At the PAC we believe a more concentrated effort on academics and fine arts can be done within normal public school hours.

By becoming a member of the PAC, the student is offered uncompromising academic educational opportunity rounded out by an unparalleled professional opportunity in fine arts. Just imagine how your student will grow in the industry based on devoting 24 to 26 hours per week during the school year.

Why can't you get this training in school? You can if you join the PAC?

Non-refundable registration/supply fee $450.00

Non-refundable audition/application fee $100.00

3rd, 4th and 5th Grade
$7,960

6th, 7th and 8th Grade
$9,460

9th and 10th Grade
$11,400

11th and 12th Grade
$12,980

All tuition is fully earned and no prorate or refunds will be given.

Tuition is due in full by July 15th, 2011
If paid in full by July 1st, receive 5% off tuition.

5 month plan option (if you choose this plan, it MUST be done by auto draft) - Due first of each month (August - December 2011).

If monthly plan drafted by check, there are no additional fees.

If monthly plan drafted by credit/debit card, a 5% fee will be added each month.

There will be a $50 late fee for any payments made after the 10th of each month.

Limited scholarships are available. Please inquire within.

MINIMUM ENROLLMENT:

The minimum enrollment for Fall 2011 PAC is 15 students for grades 3rd - 12th. For grades 3rd - 5th, there must be a minimum of 3 students in each grade. PAC will evaluate this minimum at its sole discretion and may choose to commence classes at a later date or begin the conservatory with fewer students. Should the conservatory begin later, the student will have the option of attending his or her current school until such time as PAC begins. Tuition will be prorated and returned to the parents if PAC begins at a later date. The application/Audition Fee and Registration Fee are non-refundable.