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General Questions
Before you register, please review our FAQ’s so you’re clear about what to expect.
Registration Process
How do I enroll my child?
- Fill out the form completely and if not already selected, choose your desired class.
- Enable E-Payments. Please add a debit or credit card to your account to pay online. We do not accept cash or checks at this time.
- Once registration form is submitted, click here to access the Parent Portal to see your child’s schedule, manage your online payments and more.
- Watch Parent Portal tutorial video HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIpdLox0Zrk
My child turns 6 or 10 years old in the fall; can I register them for the age-appropriate class?
My child turns 6 or 10 years old in the fall; can I register them for the age-appropriate class?
Yes, students are allowed to register for the age-appropriate class as long as they turn 6 or 10 years old by December 31st of the current calendar year.
Can I register for Fall or Spring classes only?
No, we are functioning on a full year model (September to June). As class capacity allows and approval from the Program Director, families may register through the second week of January. For any registration after December 31st, please email Program Director cdaninthe@ifetayo.org for approval.
What about uniforms?
Various Locations
Uniform items are listed for each class. All families will receive a uniform order sheet via the parent portal on August 15. The cost per item is included in the order sheet.
My child turns 6 or 10 years old in the fall; can I register them for the age-appropriate class?
Scholars are allowed to register for the age-appropriate class as long as they turn 6 or 10 years old by 12/31/2026.
Can I pay in cash or check?
Tuition and registration payments are collected via e-payment directly through Jackrabbit, our new classroom management software.
For our special events, classes, and select merchandise, we use a mixture of Eventbrite, Jackrabbit, and/or Square. WE DO NOT ACCEPT PAYMENTS VIA CASH, CHECKS, CASHAPP, VENMO, ZELLE, OR APPLE PAY.
Does Ifetayo offer scholarships?
Various Locations
Currently, we do not have a general scholarship fund in place. However, if a family is experiencing financial hardship, please email the Cultural Arts Program Director at cdaninthe@ifetayo.org to discuss potential solutions.
Can I register for Fall or Spring classes only?
Various Locations
No, we are resuming our full year model as prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Families may register through January 16, 2027, as class capacity allows.
Understanding Payments & Fees
Is there a registration fee to participate in Ifetayo programs?
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Yes, there is a one time registration fee of $85 per student. Registration fee is paid in full once per year at the time of registration and is valid for all on site programs.
What does the registration fee cover?
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In this acting class, scholars cultivate technical skills and an appreciation for acting as an instrument for educating, entertaining and “voicing” culture. Using published works within the diaspora, scholars learn characterization through dramatic and comedic portrayals. At the foundation level, scholars are introduced to basic stage and performance terminology and begin cultivating their personal stage voice, stage presence, and overall stage etiquette under the guidance of experienced theater professionals.
Which programs also require tuition?
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Ifetayo’s Cultural Arts Program (CAP), After-School Program & School Break Camps require tuition. Tuition covers student instruction for the length of the program they are enrolled in.
Are there any additional fees?
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Yes, additional fees vary depending on the program and activities the registered student participates in. These fees are communicated to families in advance. Program-related fees may include class tuition, uniforms, performance costumes, performance tickets, special events, and or class supplies.
What is the culminating ticket fee for CAP?
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Our annual capstone culminating event is a critical part of our Cultural Arts Program, where students are celebrated by the community as they showcase all they have learned over the course of the year. Ifetayo encourages families to pre-purchase 5 tickets for the culminating event to guarantee a full house that is a diverse and equitable representation of the community honoring all of our children’s accomplishments. Pre-purchased tickets may be shared with or sold to friends, family, and community members.
Tickets are made available in the parent portal on November 15th. Unpaid culminating ticket fees will be automatically processed on December 15th..
What about costume fees for CAP?
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Costume fees are $65 per class. Costume fees are posted in the parent portal on November 1st. Unpaid costume fees will be automatically processed on January 15th.
Can I pay in cash or check?
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WE DO NOT ACCEPT PAYMENTS VIA CASH, CHECKS, CASHAPP, VENMO, ZELLE, OR APPLE PAY. Registration, Tuition, and other program-related fees are collected via monthly e-payments directly through your Jackrabbit Parent Portal. For special events, public classes and select merchandise, payments may be collected via Eventbrite, Zeffy, Jackrabbit or Square.
Payment Schedule
How do I make program payments?
All accounts registered online are automatically set up for e-payment, and you authorize Ifetayo Cultural Arts Academy to use the provided payment method for all billing, including registration fees, tuition, costume fees, culmination tickets, and other related items. NOTE: Tuition is not pro-rated for absences or academy closures.
What is the payment schedule?
Unless otherwise specified to the Program Director, automatic payments are processed on the 15th of each month. Monthly payment amounts (usually from September to May – but depends on when a student is registered) are calculated to ensure your account balance is paid in full by April 15. See a sample payment schedule HERE.
NOTE: Families are able to make additional payments at any time during the month through their online Parent Portal via credit or debit card.
Can I adjust my payment schedule?
If you wish to pay in full or would like to be on a different monthly payment plan please contact the Program Director at cdaninthe@ifetayo.org
Program Discounts
Do you offer class and sibling discounts for CAP tuition?
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Yes, multi-class and multi-student discounts on tuition fees are available. Individual students registered for 3 or more classes receive $300 off each additional class. Multi-student discounts start at $30/off tuition for 2 students.
How are MULTI-CLASS discounts applied for CAP tuition?
Add up the classes and use the tuition discount rate listed for the total number of classes:
Class 1: $0.00
Class 2: $0.00
Class 3 & up: $300.00 off/class
Multi-class discounts cannot be applied by family, only per student
How are MULTI-STUDENT discounts applied for CAP tuition?
Add up the students in the family and use the tuition discount rate listed for the total:
Student 1: $0.00
Student 2: $30.00
Student 3: $40.00
Student 4 & up: $50.00 off/child
When is the multi-student discount applied for CAP tuition?
The discount is applied to the original tuition amount at the time of registration.
If a CAP family/account is eligible for both multi-class and multi-student discounts, will they receive both?
Yes, if eligible, both discounts will be applied.
Are there any referral discounts available for CAP tuition?
Yes, for every new student you invite who registers for a Cultural Arts Program (CAP) class, you’ll receive $35 off your child’s tuition. Welcome up to 5 new students and save up to $175!
How do my referral discounts get applied to my account?
- Share Ifetayo with your community.
- New families list you as their referral during registration
- For each new family that lists you (up to 5 families), $35 is taken off your tuition for up to $175 in savings)!
- Discounts are applied to your account when your referred family registers.
Does Ifetayo offer full or partial scholarships for CAP?
We are currently restructuring our scholarship process. Please keep an eye out for scholarship announcements via our social media, public newsletter and messages sent to enrolled Families. You can also email questions to dgordon@ifetayo.org
Uniforms
What are the required uniforms for each class?
- ALL Ifetayo Academy program (except After-School Program) require each child to wear an Ifetayo T-shirt and pants.
- Ballet special uniform – Leotard (color depends on class level), flesh-colored tights, and flesh-colored canvas ballet shoes.
- African Dance uniform: Leotard (color depends on class level), a lapa/shokoto, and flesh-colored tights
- Capoeira uniform: white Ifetayo T-shirt and white pants (baseball or abadas).
Where do I purchase the uniforms?
All families will receive a uniform order sheet via the parent portal upon registration.
How much do uniforms cost?
The cost per item is included in the order sheet. (please note that one Ifetayo t-shirt is already included in your registration fee).
Do I have to purchase uniforms through Ifetayo?
- Ifetayo T-shirts and African Dance Class lapa/shokotos MUST be ordered through Ifetayo links.
- For other required uniform items, such as leotards, dance shoes, tights, and Capoeira pants, we strongly recommend using the suggested retailer links provided at registration. However, families may purchase these items from another retailer as long as they meet the class-specific uniform requirements.
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