Financial Aid and Application Checklist

MUSIC SCHOOL

1/21: Spring private lessons begin 2/4: Group music classes begin 2/20: Presidents Day (building closed) 4/9: Easter Sunday (building closed) 4/11-15: Workshop Week (no lessons or classes) 5/27-29: Memorial Day Weekend (building closed) 6/5: Spring private lessons and classes end

ART SCHOOL

2/19-25: Winter break (no classes, camps run) 2/20: Presidents Day (no classes, camps run) 2/20-24: Winter break camps (no classes) 3/20: Winter art classes end 3/26: Spring art classes begin 4/9: Easter Sunday (building closed) 4/10-14: Spring break camps (no classes) 5/26: Spring art classes end 5/27-29: Memorial Day (building closed)

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Information Guide

• Registration Guidelines and Policies 18 • Programs and Services 19 • COVID-19 Safety Precautions 19

How to Apply for Financial Aid

We believe everyone should have access to an arts education. Our mission at CSMA is to inspire excellence through art and music education for people of all ages and abilities.

CSMA offers financial aid to students who meet HUD income guidelines. Financial aid is available for all CSMA classes, private lessons and camps. Aid is offered based on family size and income.

Financial aid is approved on a rolling basis as applications are received. Financial aid must be approved before recipients can enroll. As some programs fill up quickly, we recommend applying at least one to two weeks before the start of your lesson, class or camp.

For more information about financial aid or how to apply, please contact: Emma Tecson, registrar, at info@arts4all.org or 650-917-6800 ext. 0.

Para ayuda en español comunicarse con nuestra oficina de Servicios al Estudiante ya sea en persona, por correo electrónico a info@arts4all.org, o llamando al 650-917-6800 ext. 0.

如需中文协助﹐请与我们的学生服务处联系﹐电子邮件地址为

info@arts4all.org 或致电 650-917-6800 ext. 0.

of our schools in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties received financial support from CSMA

By the Numbers

40% $391K

in financial aid awarded to underserved students and schools

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

Follow the steps below to complete CSMA’s Financial Aid Application, which is available online at Arts4All.org.

Parents/legal guardians/applicants need to provide photocopies of qualifying documentation: Option 1 Federal tax return (first page only). W2 forms documenting all income on tax return and previous two months pay stubs for all wage earners in the family. Option 2 Free and reduced price meals (FRPM) letter Option 3 Housing/Section 8 voucher

Email the completed application with qualifying documentation to etecson@arts4all.org or mail it to the following address: Student Services Finn Center 230 San Antonio Circle Mountain View, CA 94040

Financial aid approval is usually determined within two business days.

Students who are awarded financial aid need to email Student Services at: info@arts4all.org to register.

As a member of the National Guild for Community Arts Education, CSMA is committed to making arts education available to all.

Music

CSMA offers a comprehensive music education program for students of all ages. Young students are introduced to music concepts and experiences in small, activity-focused classes. School-age students through adults can explore the instrument of their choice, voice and songwriting in preparation for private lessons. Our private lesson program offers weekly lessons in over 20 instruments and is complemented by participation in small group music theory classes. Studio recitals and group ensembles provide performance opportunities.

95%

SATISFACTION RATE

While serving 800+ private lesson students, CSMA achieved a 95% satisfaction rate! Respondents said they were satisfied or very satisfied with their teacher and the learning environment was positive and supportive.

Private Lessons

• 20+ Instruments • Outstanding

Faculty

Musicianship

• Music Theory

PRIVATE LES SONS

M U S I CIANSHIP PERFOR M A N C EComplete Music Education

Performance

• Ensembles • Recitals

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

At CSMA’s Music School, you’ll find: • Faculty of internationally recognized professional musicians • Classical, jazz and contemporary styles • Classes in music theory, instrumental technique and special topics • Music workshops and master classes • Fun, challenging and rewarding music classes for all ages

In keeping with our commitment to Arts4All, CSMA offers tuition assistance to qualified students. To apply, contact our Student Services office or download the forms at Arts4All.org.

Currently, CSMA music classes are held in person at Finn Center. Class schedules are subject to change. Please visit Arts4All.org for the most up-to-date information. • Registration: Online enrollment now open at Arts4All.org. • Ages: Students must meet age/grade requirements indicated. • Class size: Maximum class size varies. Classes are subject to enrollment minimums. Classes that do not meet the minimum enrollment will be canceled. CSMA reserves the right to cancel the course or to offer the class with an adjusted tuition rate, length and/or number of class meetings. We recommend that all students enroll in classes by Jan. 15 for spring semester. • Attendance: Success depends upon regular student attendance, participation and practice. Please notify teachers in advance of absences. There are no make-up classes for student absences. • Calendar: Full semester calendar on page 3. • COVID-19: Policy information on page 19. Go to Arts4All.org for the latest safety precautions prior to attending class.