Welcome to Season 22 at APA!
We are so thankful to have you joining us for another exciting year! Each season, we proudly stand by our mission of building happy, healthy, and responsible kids through arts education — and Season 22 will be no exception.
We kicked things off this summer with our incredible Student Appreciation Day, welcoming more than 400 attendees! We love being able to bring our APA families together and celebrate the amazing community we’ve built.
Looking ahead, mark your calendars for our next FREE community event — our annual Trunk or Treat! Join us on Saturday, October 31st at our sister studio, Next Step Dance Studio in Franklin. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Behind the scenes, our dedicated staff has been busy this summer continuing their education and training so they’re ready to provide an amazing experience for every student who walks through our doors.
As always, if you have questions or need anything throughout the year, please reach out to our friendly Front Desk team. We’re here to help!
Here’s to an incredible Season 22 filled with learning, creativity, confidence, connection, and community!
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Looking Ahead:
-Tuesday, September 8th: First Day of Classes
-September 14th-October 24th: Our 6-week Mini Session I starts for Ages 2-3-year-olds & select dance, music & theatre classes – Click HERE to view
-October 2: Glow in the Dark Party – SIGN UP HERE
Exclusive Offer: Pay in Full & Save for Group Classes!
Secure your student’s spot in classes through June and enjoy special savings! Opt for our Pay in Full option to receive 1 month of free tuition plus a complimentary dance costume (if enrolled in dance). Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to invest in your child’s growth while enjoying great benefits! If you are interested in this option, please email our office manager at [email protected] for more details.
APA Apparel Store
Our APA apparel store is OPEN! Items are available for purchase from the 1st–10th of each month. Please allow 3–4 weeks for delivery. Orders will be available for pickup at APA—just indicate which location you prefer when placing your order. We will notify you via text, when you items are available for pick-up.
October 2nd – Glow in the Dark Party – @ Next Step Dance Studio– Friday, October 2nd 5:30-7:00 pm – Cost: $25 Come join us for a night full of dance, games, and glow in the dark, at our sister studio, Next Step Dance!
New Year, New Group Music Classes!
This fall, we’re excited to offer some NEW group music classes, including:
- Little Music Makers: Sing, Move & Play – NEW!
- Intro to Music – NEW!
- Intro to Piano – NEW!
- Glee Pop Choir
New this year: Some of our group music classes are also available as 6-Week Mini Sessions, making it easier than ever to explore a new interest, build confidence, and experience the performing arts without committing to a full school year.
Our After-School Private Lessons May Be Fillung up. BUT…Fall Day-Time Private Piano or Voice Lessons Are Available!
Are you a homeschooler or a parent with preschool children? APA now has NEW Day-Time lessons for piano students at our Oak Creek location! Take a look at our Fall Music schedule (and scroll down to “2026-2027 DAYTIME/Homeschool Private Lessons”) on our website to enroll.
»»Do you have friends and family who would benefit from day-time music lessons? Send them our way! Make a referral and receive a $50 tuition credit for you AND the family you referred!
NEW Music Families Newsletter
All Music families will receive a Music‑only newsletter called “This Month in Music – 3 Key Things for Parents” on the 15th of each month. It’ll highlight the top 3 need‑to‑know updates for the month.
~Watch for the first issue on Sept. 15.~
Didn’t get it? Please email our front desk at [email protected] so we can update your address.
Save the Dates: Winter & Spring Music Concerts!
Mark your calendars now for both concerts at the Saber Center (Franklin H.S.):
→Winter Concert: Sat, Dec. 5 & Sun, Dec. 6
→Spring Concert: Sat, June 5 & Sun, June 6
Click Below (and scroll down to Performance FAQs) for all concert details. Performance orders will be posted in November. All key APA dates—including concerts, holidays, and closures—are always on the APA calendar!
Music Lesson Make-up Policy / Snow Days:
Please review APA’s Private Music Lesson Video Makeup Policy before fall semester begins (9/8).
Music Lesson Tuition Reminder
Private lessons are $119 per month for 30-minute lessons. APA closed dates are already factored into the schedule.
Tuition is based on the total annual cost of lessons, divided into 10 equal payments (Sept–June). This keeps the monthly payment the same and slightly lower than paying per lesson.
Even though June has fewer lessons, your tuition is evenly spread out across the school year, so your monthly payment stays the same.
Purchasing Music Books
When your student needs a new book, you may:
- Have APA order it for you ($3 service fee—just let your teacher know).
- Purchase it yourself from any store or website.
Important Reminders:
Studio Birthday Parties
Celebrate with APA! Our sister studio, Next Step Dance Studio, is the official birthday party host for all APA studios—fun, stress-free parties led by trained instructors.
Learn more & book HERE
Member Portal
Use the Member Portal to update your contact information, check balances, and enroll in classes so you don’t miss important updates. Your username is the email you provided.
Automatic Withdrawals for Tuition
Payments will occur on the 15th of every month starting with September 15th for your October tuition payment. Your last payment will be on May 15th. Please remember we do not prorate tuition for months with fewer classes. This is a 10-month program that we divide into 10 equal payments no matter how many classes there are in a month.
Referral Program:
Share us with a friend!
Earn Tuition Credits Share APA with a friend and earn rewards!
When a new family registers and mentions your name, you BOTH receive a $50 tuition credit.
Credits are applied after the new family has completed 2 months of enrollment.
There’s no limit to the number of families you can refer!
APA Spot the Sticker & Yard Sign Contest:
Congratulations to license plate AWX-3481!
One of our staff spotted your APA window sticker. Please contact the front desk to claim your $50 tuition credit.
Want to join in? Pick up a FREE APA window sticker or yard sign at the front desk for your chance to win!
Text Messaging:
You can text APA at (414) 441-4629 if you have any questions and we’ll get back to you asap!
