ABOUT US - POLICIES - Lillstreet Art Center

REGISTRATION
We strongly encourage you to pre-register to ensure a space in class. Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis with a 50% deposit required. Workshops must be paid in full at time of registration. Balance is due on the first day of class.

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
Tuition is refundable for all classes and workshops, minus a processing fee for each class dropped, only if the office staff is notified at least one week prior to the class start date (see chart below). If the office is notified at least one week prior to the scheduled start date, a processing fee of $40 is charged for dropping adult classes. Students are responsible for notifying the Art Center office staff that they wish to drop a class or workshop; not attending class does not constitute an official withdrawal from courses or cancellation of tuition or fees. If you must drop a class or workshop after the deadline, no refunds will be given, except for documented medical reasons with physicians note.

Classes are cancelled when enrollment minimums are not reached. Students will be notified if classes are cancelled and will be eligible for a full refund or class credit.

EARLY SUMMER SESSION DROPPED ON OR BEFORE 5/27/08 DROPPED BTW 5/28-6/1/08 DROPPED ON OR AFTER 6/2/08

Adult/Child Classes Refund minus $40 or full class credit No refund/ Some class credit only No refund or class credit

SUMMER SESSION DROPPED ON OR BEFORE 6/30/08 DROPPED BTW 7/1-7/6/08 DROPPED ON OR AFTER 7/7/08

Adult/Child Classes Refund minus $40 or full class credit No refund/ Some class credit only No refund or class credit

Workshops Refund minus $20 or full class credit No refund/ Class credit only No refund or class credit

SUMMER CAMPS DROPPED 7 DAYS OR MORE BEFORE FIRST DAY OF CAMP DROPPED 2-6 DAYS OR MORE BEFORE FIRST DAY OF CAMP DROPPED 1 DAY OR MORE BEFORE FIRST DAY OF CAMP

Refund minus $40 or full class credit. No refund/ Some class credit only No refund or class credit

CREDITS
Tuition credits are good indefinitely towards any classes, workshops or gallery items and are not redeemable for cash under any circumstances. If Lillstreet Art Center cancels a class, students are eligible for a full refund. Refunds and class credits are available for classes dropped due to documented medical reasons.

LOW ENROLLMENT
Lillstreet Art Center does reserve the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment. If a class is cancelled, students are eligible for a full refund.

HOLIDAYS
For classes that fall on holidays, it is up to the individual teachers and students to decide whether to hold the class or to schedule a make up class later in the session.

MISSED CLASSES
Missed classes may only be made up within the same class session.

SKILL LEVELS
Programs are divided into skill levels:

Beginners/Advanced Beginners: Introduction to basic techniques. Classes are designed for the true novice and returning students in need of a refresher or further instruction.

Multilevel: Open to both beginners and experienced students. Classes are designed for students of all skill levels with projects appropriate for each.

Intermediate/Advanced: Development of skill and exploration of theme and content. Classes are designed for students who have completed beginner courses at Lillstreet or have a professional background and are looking for refresher courses, advanced skills and studio time. Students not previously enrolled at Lillstreet should seek the approval of the instructor before enrollment.

TOOLS
Students may be required to purchase a tool kit from Lillstreet or other materials in order to complete class work. Unless otherwise specified, materials will be provided for the first class session and students will receive a supply list for purchase.

OPEN STUDIO
Open studio time is available to all students currently enrolled in classes and usually starts the week after classes begin; please see each department for details. Times of open studio vary by department.

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
Teachers may receive credit for any class or workshop offered by Lillstreet Art Center. Lillstreet Art Center (Provider #102878) has been approved by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and the State Teacher Certification Board (STCE) to award credit in the form of continuing education credits (CEU’s) or continuing professional development units (CPDUs) for professional development activities that count toward the renewal of teaching certificates.

Please note:Teachers must indicate they are taking course for credit at the time of registration. Lane credits also available for selected courses.