OBT School is very appreciative of the support we have continued to receive from the families of our students, and we remain committed to ensuring that we all - students, teachers, accompanists, and staff- stay safe and healthy.
Due to the rapidly developing nature of our current health crisis, and the most recent guidelines from Governor Brown, we recognize that many of you have questions regarding the resumption of classes and whether there will be refunds for classes that have been affected by our temporary closure. We kindly ask for your continued patience as we determine the eventual scope of this unwelcome pause in our activities and what the next best course of action will be.
At this time the majority of OBT personnel will be working remotely through various methods of communication. Please understand that OBT School’s response time may be extended beyond two business days as we endeavor to function under current circumstances.
We continue to formulate options for our students. Plans discussed for the short term include the possible extension of the school year and make-up classes available within the school year. We are also taking into consideration online training options if we remain closed beyond March 31, 2020. As part of the larger OBT organization, we are in the process of coordinating the many facets and considerations that make our ballet world spin.
OBT School continues to follow the guidance and protocols of the Portland Public School District, and will remain closed at both locations until April 1 - as previously communicated. We realize that it is possible that date might be adjusted. However, in order to avoid confusion, we will wait for more clarity before taking further action.
Once again - thank you all for your support and patience during this challenging time.
Marion Tonner, School Director
Kevin Irving, Artistic Director
Michael Greer, Executive Director
