The following terms and conditions are attached to all Classroom Antics programs and are identified and accepted during program registration.
THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CONTAIN A BINDING ARBITRATION CLAUSE AND CLASS ACTION WAIVER THAT IMPACT YOUR RIGHTS ABOUT HOW TO RESOLVE DISPUTES.
"What this means" is not legally binding, but is our attempt to make the legal-ease more readable.
I understand and accept that communication between me and Classroom Antics will be primarily through email. I agree that not receiving the email does not release me from the information it contained. I understand that I cannot hold Classroom Antics responsible if I do not receive their emails.
What this means: Make sure your email address is typed in correctly and not outdated. Check your junk or spam folders if you do not get a receipt after registering. Chances are, if you didn’t get a receipt, you won’t get any following emails either. If you use our app, make sure you have notification settings turned on, then you can receive notifications to remind you to check your email.
I understand and accept that participants who fail to show for their program and provide no prior notice of cancellation are liable for the entire fee.
What this means: If I forget to attend, that’s on me, even if I didn’t get any reminder emails. (See Commmunication)
I understand and accept that the Program Fee or Class Fee pays for my participant’s spot in the program, not my participant’s attendance. Full payment is required for all participants before they can attend camp. Programs may be auto-paid in installments Third-party funding can be arranged, but attendance is subject to payment.
What this means: We have to get paid so we can pay everyone else. Pay first, then attend. This includes third-party payments unless a different arrangement is made between Classroom Antics and the third party. IF you plan to apply for third party funding, plan ahead so the program is paid for prior to attendance.
I understand and accept that all fees are non-refundable unless Cancellation Insurance is purchased.
What this means: I can’t get my money back if I change my mind… but I should keep reading to learn about my options.
I understand and accept that Cancellation Insurance is an optional add-on during program registration. Cancellation Insurance allows a program registration to be canceled for any reason before the start of the program and receive a refund of 100% of the corresponding Program Fee, less any discounts. Registration fees taken by the registration company are non-refundable. Cancellation Insurance must be purchased individually for each program registration to be protected. Cancellation Insurance is only available on fixed-length programs and not an option for subscription-based enrollments. Cancellation Insurance DOES NOT APPLY to third-party funding like ACE Ohio or any county BDD. If the Program Fee is reimbursed by a third party, purchasing cancellation insurance does NOT entitle you to be reimbursed by Classroom Antics also.
What this means: If I want my money back if I cancel, I must purchase Cancellation Insurance for each camp. If I cancel, it must be before the program starts.
I understand and accept, should Cancellation Insurance be waived during registration, I may still withdraw from the program. If I withdraw before camp starts the Program Fee will be refunded in the form of gift credit. Camp gift credit may be used on any future Classroom Antics products or service within the same or following camp season. If the enrolled program was a result of any previous transfers, the earliest program’s start date is used to calculate the expiration date.
What this means: Just because I paid for a program without cancellation insurance does not mean my child has to attend. Classroom Antics is kind enough to keep the money I spent as a credit that can be applied the same or following season to another program. We do advise, though, if your child is creeping toward the teenage years, buy the cancellation insurance. They often change their minds in the teen years.
I understand and accept that all Classroom Antics gift or camp credits expire within the season that follows the cancellation date.
What this means: I have roughly one year to use gift or camp credits.
I understand and accept that I must provide thirty (30) days advance notice for any termination of subscription-based enrollments (e.g. programs with recurring monthly membership or subscription fees). Upgrades may be processed immediately if space is available.
What this means: Membership fees are not pro-rated if you cancel; recurring payments may be cancelled going forward.
I understand and accept that I may alter my purchase of the program in any way within 24 hours of the original registration. This includes, but is not limited to, modifying, adding, or canceling and withdrawing from the program for any reason.
What this means: I’m allowed to change my mind in the first 24 hours and get my money back.
I understand and accept that there are no transfer fees when transferring to another Classroom Antics program with open space. Discounts may also be transferred to any eligible program. If there is a difference in price between the two programs, I understand that I must pay any cost difference between the program prices. If the new program is less expensive, a Classroom Antics gift credit will be issued. If Cancellation Insurance was purchased for this program, a refund may be processed for balance overages. Cancellation Insurance will automatically be transferred to the new program registration; however, Cancellation Insurance may not be added if it wasn’t on the original registration. The transfer policy does not apply to subscription-based enrollments. Subscription-based enrollments can only be upgraded, downgraded, or canceled.
What this means: No transfer fees. Yes transfer discounts. Yes transfer cancellation insurance if purchased with the program being transferred. P.S. Self-transfer is allowed through the registration portal.
I understand and accept that in the event of the participant becoming ill during the program, I may receive a prorated gift credit of the Program Fee, less any discounts. To receive this credit, I understand that I must provide a doctor’s note to Classroom Antics. The prorated amount is calculated from the date the doctor’s note is received by Classroom Antics.
What this means: Life happens. Call us. We’ll be fair.
I understand and accept that in the event of a disaster or the availability of the classroom or instructor changes, Classroom Antics will notify participants immediately and reschedule the missed day. In the event that a missed day cannot be rescheduled, a prorated gift credit will be issued. Subscription-based enrollments that coincide with a holiday will not meet on that day and are not subject to reschedule nor prorated gift credit.
What this means: Life happens. We’ll find the best way to get you what you paid for. Please be patient and work with us.
I do hereby release Classroom Antics, the facility owners and operators, the program coordinators, and any and all associated employees from any liability in the event of accident or injury. I agree to have my child given emergency treatment by a physician or hospital in the event that I cannot be reached and agree to release all personnel for any liability in connection with this activity. I do grant permission to transport my child in case of an emergency. I understand that I will be contacted as soon as possible, in the rare case that an emergency situation arises. I assume financial responsibility for all expenses of such care.
What this means: I won’t sue Classroom Antics if my child has an accident or injury while attending their programs. If emergency services are needed, I agree to pay according to my own means. Classroom Antics will not be held responsible.
I understand and accept that photos and/or videos will be taken during Classroom Antics programs. I authorize and accept that any photos and/or videos captured during this event may be used to create promotional material and publications. Any rights of compensation or ownership to these photos and video are waived by the students, their parents and/or guardians.
What this means: Classroom Antics takes pictures. Sometimes lots of them. They have promotional products with pictures from our programs. I waive the right to own the pictures or videos and accept that they may be used publicly.
NOTE: Don’t agree? Let us know BEFORE the program begins. Best practice would be to use the “Notes for the Teacher” section of the registration process to let us know. We aim to be respectful of your wishes.
I understand and accept that Classroom Antics requires a minimum number of participants to hold a program. In the rare event of insufficient enrollment, a full refund will be processed, and no cancellation fees will be imposed.
What this means: I may pay for and plan for a program only to have it canceled due to low registration. My money will be refunded minus registration fees taken by the registration software company. It will be inconvenient and perhaps sad, but we’ll be OK.
I understand and accept English is the primary language in class. Instructors will instruct participants in English.
What this means: I can send a child that does not know English, but it will be a different kind of challenge. It’s best if I talk to Classroom Antics about this first to make sure my child has a good experience.
I understand and accept that I am required to pick-up my child on-time at the end of the program. In the event that I cannot avoid being late (e.g. traffic, weather, unforeseen circumstances), I will contact Classroom Antics immediately and let them know. I understand that if I pick-up late, I may incur an additional fee.
What this means: I’ll call if I’m going to be late, and I won’t plan on being late.
I understand and accept that Classroom Antics must be able to conduct programs in a respectful environment. Participants may sometimes become excited, and that is completely normal.
Should a participant cause other participants or instructors to no longer participate in the program effectively, Classroom Antics will invoke a 5-strike system: 1) verbal warning, 2) verbal warning, 3) private verbal warning and phone call to parent or guardian, 4) final warning to parent, and 5) dismissal from the program without refund of any fees (including any future registered programs by the offending participant).
Any participant that hits, kicks, or inappropriately touches anyone else during a Classroom Antics program will automatically be advanced to strike 4 or 5 (mentioned above) depending on the situation. Any threats or actions against persons or property may result in being immediately removed from the program and sent home. In regard to subscription-based enrollments, a fifth strike will result in an immediate downgrade of membership to the self-led level, if applicable.
What this means: Safety comes FIRST. Classroom Antics will follow procedure with regard to discipline. I can’t get my money back when expelled for disciplinary reasons.
I understand and accept that any controversy or claim between the parties to this agreement, its interpretation, enforcement or breach, including but not limited to claims arising from tort (which includes claims of fraud and fraud in the inducement), shall be settled by binding arbitration administered by and under the rules of Commercial Dispute Resolution Procedures of the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”), as modified by this agreement, and will be administered by the AAA. While each party shall have all the rights and benefits of arbitration, both parties are giving up the right to litigate such claims and disputes in a court or jury trial. The results, determinations, findings, judgments, and/or awards rendered through such arbitration shall be final and binding on the parties hereto and may be specifically enforced by legal proceedings. Judgment on the award may be entered into any court having jurisdiction. Neither party shall be entitled to join or consolidate disputes by or against others in an arbitration, or to include in any arbitration any dispute as a representative or member of a class or as part of a class action, or to act in any arbitration in the interest of the general public or in any private attorney general capacity. A demand for arbitration shall not be made after the date when the institution of legal or equitable proceedings based on the claim would be barred by the applicable statute of limitations. For statute of limitations purposes, receipt of a written demand for arbitration shall constitute the institution of legal or equitable proceedings based on the claim. All proceedings in arbitration shall be administered in North Royalton, Cuyahoga County, Ohio. This provision shall survive termination of the Agreement. I may decline this agreement to arbitrate by submitting a Contact Us form on the Classroom Antics website within 30 days of first accepting these Terms & Conditions.
What this means: If a dispute arises that we cannot resolve between us, we can take it to arbitration, but not litigation. I can only request arbitration between myself and Classroom Antics – I cannot involve other parties. Arbitration will take place in North Royalton, Cuyahoga County, Ohio. I must put my request for arbitration in writing.