Student and Class Policies

🎨 MWCA Student & Class Policies
Monroe-Walton Center for the Arts
205 S. Broad St, Monroe, GA 30655 | 770-207-8937 
MWCA is a nonprofit community art center offering technique-based art and writing classes for all ages.
By registering, you agree to these policies.

​📝 Registration & Payment

• Payment = registration. Spots are held on a first-paid basis.
• Many ongoing classes offer Try-It (single class) and bundle options.
• Membership is optional, but members may receive class discounts and perks.
• Pottery Open Studio fees are paid at the front desk each visit and support tools, glazes, and repairs. Abuse of Open Studio access may result in suspension.

📬 Communication

• Check your email or texts regularly — instructors may send updates or details.
• Direct class questions to your instructor (some prefer text).
• General questions: call 770-207-8937.

🧑‍🎨 Classroom Expectations (All Ages)
To keep classes calm, welcoming, and productive:

• Stay engaged and attentive during class.
• Keep side conversations to a minimum.
• Be respectful of instructors, classmates, and supplies.
• Disruptive behavior may result in removal from class or suspension of participation.

👧 Children, Teens & Special Needs

• Students are expected to follow instructions and treat materials with care.
• If behavior issues persist, a parent/guardian may be asked to attend.
• Some classes are designed specifically for special needs; in others, one-on-one support may be required.
• Instructors may suggest alternative classes if a program is not a good fit.
• 📝 Student Registration Form (Required for Youth Classes)
  Please complete once per child before their first class.  CLICK HERE
  

🤒 Health & Safety

• Please do not attend class if you’ve had fever, vomiting, rash, or similar symptoms within 24 hours.
• You may return after being 24 hours symptom-free (without medication) or with a doctor’s OK.

❄️ Weather Closures

• If Walton County Schools are closed, MWCA is closed.
• Updates are posted on Faceboook. www.facebook.com/monroewaltoncenterforthearts  & Instagram @monroewaltonarts.

🔁 Cancellations & Missed Classes

• Classes canceled less than 3 days before the start are non-refundable.
• For weekly classes, please give at least 24 hours’ notice if you’ll miss a class.
• Makeups are at the instructor’s discretion.
• If MWCA or the instructor cancels, the class will be rescheduled or refunded.
• Approved refunds are 95% of payment to cover processing fees.

💡 After You Register

• Watch for a confirmation email from your instructor.
• Note any SUPPLY needs that you are required to bring to class (if any)
• Cash preferred for supply fees paid at class (if any)
• Wear comfy, mess-friendly clothes; bring snacks or drinks if you’d like.
• Some classes are upstairs or downstairs (pottery). We do not have an elevator — contact the instructor with mobility concerns.

💬 Feedback
Questions or concerns?
📧 Feel free to email Donna Coffman, our Education Chair – [email protected] (please allow up to 3 business days for her to respond)

• Class & Instructor feedback form -- CLICK HERE
• "How Are We Doing?" Your chance to share your thoughts, suggestions or feedback - good or bad!  CLICK HERE

Thank you for helping us keep MWCA classes creative, respectful, and welcoming for all. 💛