Student and 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, pottery, and writing classes for all ages.

By registering for a class, you agree to the following policies.

📝 Registration & Payment

• Payment confirms registration. Spaces are filled on a first-paid basis.
• Many ongoing classes offer single-class Try-It options and/or class bundles.
• Membership is not required, but MWCA members may receive discounts and other benefits on eligible classes.
• Online registrations may include a booking/service fee charged by our registration provider. This fee is separate from MWCA’s class fee.
  

📬 Communication

• Please check your email and text messages regularly for class updates, reminders, or schedule changes.
• For class-specific questions, contact your instructor directly when contact information is provided.
• For general questions, call MWCA at 770-207-8937.

🧑‍🎨 Classroom Expectations — All Ages
We want every class to be safe, welcoming, creative, and productive.
Students are expected to:

• Follow instructor directions.
• Stay engaged and remain in the designated classroom or studio area unless given permission to leave.
• Keep side conversations and distractions to a reasonable level.
• Treat instructors, classmates, artwork, tools, equipment, and supplies with respect.
• Use materials and equipment only as instructed.

Behavior that is unsafe, repeatedly disruptive, disrespectful, or interferes with the class experience may result in a student being asked to leave the class or having future participation suspended.

👧 Children, Teens & Students Needing Additional Support

• Students should be able to participate safely in the class setting and follow age-appropriate instructions.
• If ongoing behavior concerns affect safety, instruction, or the experience of other students, a parent or guardian may be asked to remain during class. In some circumstances, a student may be asked to leave or discontinue the class.
• Some MWCA programs are specifically designed for students with special needs. For other classes, students who require continuous one-on-one assistance may need a parent, guardian, or support person present.
• MWCA instructors may recommend a different class or program when they believe it would provide a better and more successful experience for the student.

📝 Student Information Form — Required for Youth Classes
Please complete one Student Information Form for each child before their first class.
CLICK HERE

🤒 Health & Safety
Please do not attend class if you have had fever, vomiting, an unexplained rash, or other potentially contagious symptoms within the previous 24 hours.
Students may return after being symptom-free for at least 24 hours without medication, or with medical clearance when appropriate.

❄️ Weather Closures
If Walton County Schools close due to severe weather, MWCA will also close unless otherwise announced.
Updates will be posted when possible on:

• Facebook: Monroe-Walton Center for the Arts
• Instagram: @monroewaltonarts

🔁 Cancellations, Refunds & Missed Classes
Class registrations reserve a space in a limited-size class. Instructors often purchase supplies and prepare materials in advance, and last-minute cancellations may leave us unable to fill the reserved seat.

• Cancellations made fewer than 3 days before the class begins are non-refundable.
• No-shows are non-refundable.
• Approved refunds are issued at 95% of the amount paid to help cover processing costs.
• If you miss a class in a multi-week session, makeup classes, credits, or alternate dates are not guaranteed and are at the instructor’s discretion.
• In exceptional circumstances, an instructor may choose to offer credit toward a future class, but is not required to do so.
• Any credit granted must be used within 60 days.
• If MWCA or the instructor cancels a class, the class will be rescheduled or the class fee will be refunded in full.

💡 After You Register

• Watch for your MWCA confirmation email.
• Check the class description carefully for any supplies you are required to bring.
• If a separate supply fee is collected during class, cash may be preferred.
• Wear comfortable, art-friendly clothing that can get messy.
• You are welcome to bring a snack or drink when appropriate for the class.
• Some classrooms are located upstairs or in our downstairs pottery studio. MWCA does not have an elevator. Please contact us before registering if you have mobility or accessibility questions.

💬 Questions & Feedback
Have a question, concern, compliment, or suggestion? We genuinely want to hear from you.
Education questions:

• Donna Coffman, Education Chair -- [email protected]

Please allow up to 3 business days for a response.

Class & Instructor Feedback Form: CLICK HERE
“How Are We Doing?” Feedback Form: CLICK HERE

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