Afterschool 2025-2026 Registration Form

Thank you for choosing the Institute of Music for Children's Afterschool program. Visit our website at www.instituteofmusic.org

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING BEFORE PROCEEDING:

Si necesitas ayuda en español comuníquese con la oficina 908-469-1211(ext 310) o envíe un correo electrónico a Stephanie Guenard sguenard@instituteofmusic.org

This registration form takes between 10 and 20 minutes to complete. (Must be completed in one sitting)

RETURNING FAMILIES: Please call or email to receive your PRE-FILL LINK and reduce the time it takes to register. 

Afterschool Institute Program Overview and Pricing, click here. 

Classes being offered for K- 12th grade. Class Days/Times: click here. 

Financial Assistance: Fill out the Registration Form and then click apply for need based Financial aid.  You will need to schedule an in person Financial assistance appointment where you will be asked to bring your most recent tax form, 2 of your most recent paystubs and any additional information that would be helpful.

Fall classes begin the week of October 28th. Classes are held one day per week. For help en español, please call the office 908-469-1211 ext. 310.
Parent/Guardian 1 Information
Household Address
Parent/Guardian 2 Information
Parent/Guardian 2 Address
Demographic Information

The Institute of Music receives government funding and is therefore required to collect demographic data from all of our clients. The information gathered in this form is kept confidential and will only be used anonymously for statistical reporting. 

Emergency Contact Information
Please provide information for 2 Emergency Contacts for the student(s) you are registering.

PLEASE NOTE: Emergency Contacts should NOT be the student's parent or guardian. These should be contacts other than yourself and any other parent/guardian listed on this form.









The Institute of Music for Children  

 

GROUP CLASSES * PRIVATE LESSONS * PERFORMANCE TROUPES 

12 or 24 week semesters (October 21, 2025 – May 16, 2026) 

Grades K-12  

Adult Private Lessons available 

Low-cost Instrument Rentals 

GROUP CLASSES 

Click here for a list of Class Days and Times 

Classes & lessons are held 1 day per week 

  • Tues. & Wed. 5:30pm & 6:40pm (60 min classes) 

  • Saturdays 10:30am, 11:45am, 1:00pm (60 min classes) 

  • Thursdays 5:30pm & 7:30pm (80 min classes)  

TEEN NIGHT (Teen Talk/Game Time: 4:45pm and Dinner: 7:00pm at no additional cost) 

 

OFFERINGS 

Instrumental Music  

• Guitar (I & II) • The Keys and Me • Piano (I & II) • Violin (I & II) • African Drumming • Drumline • Musicology • Music Explore!  

 

Performing Arts  

• Acting • Singing • Hip Hop Dance • Movin’ & Shakin’ • Breakdance • Ballet 

 

Visual & Media Classes  

• Art Workshop • Anime/Cartooning • Painter’s Studio • Music Production • DJ  • Recording Studio • Podcasting • Fashion Design • Crochet • Graphic Art 

 

Specialty Classes 

Young Chefs   • Karate • Glo Girlz Club (self-esteem) 

 

PRIVATE LESSONS 

Piano, Guitar, Drums, Voice, Acting, Visual Art and more for Grades 2 to Adults.  

30 minute one-on-one lessons offered 1 time a week. 

 

Note: 24 week lessons are prioritized over 12 week lesson requests.  Accommodating lessons is based on teacher availability. Not all art forms will be available at all preferred days/times. The more flexibility you have, the better chances that we can accommodate your request.  

 

  

SPECIALTY/TROUPE CLASSES: (By interview/audition only) 

High-level performance classes that are training students to work as professionals 

Grades 5- 12 

Acting Troupe • The Harmony Band


Specialty Offerings 

Performance of The Nutcracker with Nimbus Dance Company (Grades K-8): Requires students to attend 2x week.  Performances are held at Kean’s Wilkins Theatre as well as Nimbus in Jersey City in December. 

 

Piano Academy (Grades 4-7th): 24-week program where highly motivated beginners OR advanced piano students are welcome for an intensive, twice per week class.  Students will receive monthly assessments and parents will be asked to attend 3 meetings during programming. 

 

Documentary Filmmaking with the Montclair Film Festival (Grades 7-12th): 24-week program where students will learn interviewing skills, camera work, lighting and sound as well as editing.  There will also be a special cinema screening date and time TBD. 

 

PRICES 

Prices are offered at a STANDARD or a MEMBER rate. 

  • Member Rates: Discounted tuition and requires parent commitment to fundraising & volunteering.  

  • Standard Rates: No requirement to fundraise or volunteer. Fewer discounts apply  

 

Standard Rates: 

 

Standard Rates Afterschool 24-25 

24 Week Standard 

12 Week Standard 

1 Group Class 

$470.00 

$300.00 

1 Troupe Class 

$580.00 

- 

2 Group Classes 

$720.00 

$475.00 

1 Troupe & 1 Group 

$830.00 

- 

2 Troupe Classes 

$900.00 

- 

1 Troupe & 2 Group Classes 

$1,300.00 

- 

1 Group & 2 Troupe Classes 

$1,360.00 

- 

3 Group Classes 

$1,060.00 

$700.00 

4 or More Group Classes 

$1,440.00 

$950.00 

1 Private Lesson 

$810.00 

$540.00 

1 Private Lessons & 1 Group Class 

$1,065.00 

$710.00 

1 Private Lesson & 1 Troupe Class 

$1,130.00 

- 

2 Private Lessons 

$1,420.00 

$945.00 

1 Private Lesson & 2 Group Classes 

$1,530.00 

$1,015.00 

1 Group & 2 Private Lessons 

$1,880.00 

$1,250.00 

2 Group & 2 Private Lessons 

$2,135.00 

$1,420.00 

3 Private Lessons 

$2,215.00 

$1,485.00 

Adult Private Lesson 

$1,010.00 

$675.00 

  

Member Rates:  Click Here for more information about Membership Requirements 

 

Member Pricing Afterschool 24-25 

24 Week Member 

12 Week Member 

1 Group Class 

$260.00 

$175.00 

1 Troupe Class 

$330.00 

- 

2 Group Classes 

$405.00 

$270.00 

1 Troupe & 1 Group 

$470.00 

- 

2 Troupe Classes 

$500.00 

- 

1 Troupe & 2 Group Classes 

$730.00 

- 

1 Group & 2 Troupe Classes 

$760.00 

- 

3 Group Classes 

$600.00 

$400.00 

4 or More Group Classes 

$840.00 

$540.00 

1 Private Lesson 

$525.00 

$360.00 

1 Private Lessons & 1 Group Class 

$670.00 

$450.00 

1 Private Lesson & 1 Troupe Class 

$702.00 

- 

2 Private Lessons 

$920.00 

$620.00 

1 Private Lesson & 2 Group Classes 

$930.00 

$630.00 

1 Group & 2 Private Lessons 

$1,250.00 

$800.00 

2 Group & 2 Private Lessons 

$1,400.00 

$890.00 

3 Private Lessons 

$1,515.00 

$980.00 

Adult Private Lesson 

$650.00 

$435.00 

  

MORE INFO ABOUT FEES 

Payment Plans Available  

  • Requires approved credit card to be on file 

  • Requires an account in good standing. Not adhering to payment plan or membership requirements from previous semesters can make you ineligible for payment plan 

 

Payment Plan Dates:  It is your responsibility to ensure your automatic payments go through on the specific dates below.  If for some reason you are having issues with your card, you will need to contact Ms. Kristin immediately to fix. 

 

24 Weeks – 6 Payments 

  • Day of Registration, October 18th, November 18th, December 18th, January 18th, February 18th, 

 

Fall 12 Weeks – 3 Payments 

  • Day of Registration, November 18th, December 18th 

 

Spring 12 Weeks – 3 Payments 

  • Day of Registration, February 18th, March 18th

 

Membership Fee  (If you enroll as a Member) 

Families pay an annual fee that applies to all family members enrolled 

  • $50 Membership fee for 24 weeks   

  • $30 Membership Fee for 12 weeks 

 

Membership Requirements Include:  

  • Attending a one-hour, annual Membership meeting  

  • Membership Meeting Dates: 11/13, 11/15

  • Obtaining Membership Points:  

  • Families must earn a certain # of points for every child enrolled 

  • Fundraising, Volunteering, Social Media Participation, Providing Meals, Direct Donation 

 

Materials Fees:  

Additional fees are assessed for the following classes. 

 

12 weeks 

24 weeks 

Piano, Guitar, The Keys and Me 

$15  

$15  

Drumline 

$10  

$10  

Art Workshop, Anime & Cartooning, Comic Book Creation, Superheroes & Villains, Fashion Design, Crochet 

$10  

$20  

Painter's Studio 

$15  

$25  

Chef Classes 

$50  

$100 

Violin 

$5 

$5 

 

Violin, Guitar and Mini-Keyboard Rentals: $30 for 12 weeks/ $50 for 24 weeks 

Instruments for Purchase: Roll Up Mini Keyboards - $50, Drumsticks $5,  

  

IMPORTANT DATES  

24 – Week Semester: October 21, 2025 – May 16, 2026

Fall Semester: October 21, 2025 – January 31, 2026 (12-weeks) 

Spring Semester: February 10, 2026 - May 16, 2026 (12-weeks) 

 

End of Year Showcases: May 12, 2026 – May 16, 2026

  • Thanksgiving Break November 25-30, 2025 

  • Winter Break – December 20, 2025 – January 2, 2026

  • Mid-Year Break – February 3 – February 7, 2025 (This may be used for any make up classes The Institute cancels)* 

  • Spring Break – March 31, 2026 - April 6, 2026 (This may be used for any make up classes The Institute cancels)* 

  • Rehearsal Week – May 4 – May 9, 2026 

  • Showcase Week – May 11 – May 16, 2026

*Break dates are subject to change due to any unexpected weather etc. 


Tuesday Classes
Class NameDay OfferedPeriodGrades
Acting, Tu 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st Period4;5;6;7
Anime & Cartooning, Tu 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st Period3;4;5
Art Workshop, Tu 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st PeriodK;1;2;3
Digital Music Makers, Tu 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st Period4;5;6;7
Glo Girls, Tu 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st Period7;8;9
Guitar 1, Tu 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st Period4;5;6;7
Hip Hop Movin' & Shakin', Tu 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st PeriodK;1;2;3
Keys & Me, Tu 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st PeriodK;1;2;3
Nutcracker/Nimbus, Tu & W 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st PeriodK 
Singing, Tu 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st Period3;4;5
Piano Academy, Tu & Th 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st Period4;5;6;7
ADULT Yoga, Tu 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st PeriodADULT
Acting, Tu 6:40-7:40pmTuesday2nd PeriodK;1;2;3
Animation, Tu 6:40-7:40pmTuesday2nd Period3;4;5
Anime & Cartooning, Tu 6:40-7:40pmTuesday2nd Period4;5;6;7
Art Workshop 2, Tu 6:40-7:40pmTuesday2nd Period4;5;6;7
Keys & Me 2, Tu 6:40-7:40pmTuesday2nd Period1;2;3;4
Music Explore, Tu 6:40-7:40pmTuesday2nd PeriodK;1;2;3
Nutcracker/Nimbus, Tu & W 6:40-7:40pmTuesday2nd Period1;2
Piano 2, Tu 6:40-7:40pmTuesday2nd Period4;5;6;7
Young Chefs, Tu 6:40-7:50pmTuesday2nd Period4;5;6;7
Wednesday Classes
Class NameDay OfferedPeriodGrades
Anime & Cartooning, W 5:30-6:30pmWednesday1st Period4;5;6;7
Candyland, W 5:30-6:30pmWednesday1st Period4;5;6;7
Drumline, W 5:30-6:30pmWednesday1st Period4;5;6;7
Glo Girls, W 5:30-6:30pmWednesday1st Period4;5;6
Keys & Me, W 5:30-6:30pmWednesday1st PeriodK;1;2;3
Little Singers, W 5:30-6:30pmWednesday1st PeriodK;1;2;3
Piano Academy, W & Th 5:30-6:30pmWednesday1st Period4;5;6;7
Violin 1, W 5:30-6:30pmWednesday1st Period4;5;6;7;8
Nutcracker/Nimbus, Tu & W 5:30-6:30pmTuesday1st PeriodK 
ADULT Zumba, W 5:30-6:30pmWednesday1st PeriodADULT
Breakin', W 6:40-7:40pmWednesday2nd PeriodK;1;2;3
Wednesday2nd Period4;5;6;7;8
Drumline, W 6:40-7:40pmWednesday2nd PeriodK;1;2;3
Keys & Me 2, W 6:40-7:40pmWednesday2nd Period1;2;3;4
Latin Dance, W 6:40-7:40pmWednesday2nd Period4;5;6;7;8
Nutcracker/Nimbus, Tu & W 6:40-7:40pmWednesday2nd Period1;2
The Voice, 2 W 6:40-7:40pmWednesday2nd Period4;5;6;7
Young Chefs 2, W 6:40-7:50pmWednesday2nd Period4;5;6;7
Thursday Classes
Class NameDay OfferedPeriodGrades
Acting Troupe, Th 5:00-6:50pmThursday1st Period5;6;7;8;9;10;11;12
Anime & Cartooning, Th 5:30-6:50pmThursday1st Period8;9;10;11;12
Dance, Th 5:30-6:50pmThursday1st Period8;9;10;11;12
Documentary Filmmaking, Th 5:00-6:50pmThursday1st Period7;8;9;10;11;12
Guitar 1, Th 5:30-6:50pmThursday1st Period8;9;10;11;12
Music Production, Th 5:30-6:50pmThursday1st Period8;9;10;11;12
Nutcracker/Nimbus, Th 5:30-6:50 & S 10:30-11:30amThursday1st Period3;4;5;6;7
Piano 1, Th 5:30-6:50pmThursday1st Period8;9;10;11;12
Teen Chef, Th 5:30-6:50pmThursday1st Period8;9;10;11;12
Acting, Th 7:30-8:50pmThursday2nd Period8;9;10;11;12
Crochet, Th 7:30-8:50pmThursday2nd Period8;9;10;11;12
Guitar 2, Th 7:30-8:50pmThursday2nd Period8;9;10;11;12
Painter's Studio, Th 7:30-8:50pmThursday2nd Period8;9;10;11;12
Recording Studio, Th 7:30-8:50pmThursday2nd Period8;9;10;11;12
Saturday Classes
Class NameDay OfferedPeriodGrades
African Dance & Drumming, S 10:30-11:30amSaturday1st PeriodK;1;2;3
Anime & Cartooning, S 10:30-11:30amSaturday1st Period4;5;6;7
Art Workshop, S 10:30-11:30amSaturday1st PeriodK;1;2;3
Fashion Design, S 10:30-11:30amSaturday1st Period5;6;7;8
Harmony Band, S 10:00-11:30amSaturday1st Period5;6;7;8;9;10;11;12
Hip Hop Dance, S 10:30-11:30amSaturday1st Period4;5;6;7
Keys & Me, S 10:30-11:30amSaturday1st PeriodK;1;2;3
Nutcracker/Nimbus, Th 5:30-6:50 & S 10:30-11:30amSaturday1st Period3;4;5;6;7
Piano 1, S 10:30-11:30amSaturday1st Period4;5;6;7
Violin 2, S 10:30-11:30amSaturday1st Period4;5;6;7;8
Young Chefs, S 10:30-11:40amSaturday1st Period4;5;6;7;8
Acting, S 11:45-12:45pmSaturday2nd Periodk;1;2;3
Animation, S 11:45-12:45pmSaturday2nd Period4;5;6;7
Comic Book Creation, S 11:45-12:45pmSaturday2nd Period3;4;5;6
Guitar 1, S 11:45-12:45pmSaturday2nd Period4;5;6;7
Hip Hop Movin' & Shakin', S 11:45-12:45pmSaturday2nd PeriodK;1;2;3
Jewelry Making, S 11:45-12:45pmSaturday2nd Period5;6;7;8
Karate, S 11:45-12:45pmSaturday2nd Periodk;1;2;3;4
Music Explore, S 11:45-12:45pmSaturday2nd PeriodK;1;2;3
Violin 1, S 11:45-12:45pmSaturday2nd Period2;3;4;5
Acting, S 1:00-2:00pmSaturday3rd Period4;5;6;7
Disney Dance, S 1:00-2:00pmSaturday3rd Periodk;1;2;3
Harmony Community Choir, S 1:00-2:00pmSaturday3rd Periodk;1;2;3;4;5;6;7;8;9;10;11;12
Heroes & Villains, S 1:00-2:00pmSaturday3rd Period4;5;6;7
Self Defense, S 1:00-2:00pmSaturday3rd Period4;5;6;7
Singing, S 1:00-2:00pmSaturday3rd Periodk;1;2;3

Begin Registration Process


Step 1: Choose your Membership Status for all Students 

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:  By Choosing Membership, you agree that if the obligations of Membership are not completed by 2 weeks prior to the semester's end, you will be responsible for paying the Standard rate for Classes.  Your card on file will be charged.
*If you have not fulfilled your membership requirements from last Afterschool, you may be denied Membership this year.*
Student Registration
Step 2: Enter the Student's Information below:
Press Command or Control on your keyboard to select multiple options

Step 3: Make Semester Selections for this Student:
Group Classes
Class
(Piano, Guitar, Violin students only)
Young Chef's/ Top Chef's Consent Form

Students will have the opportunity to use kitchen utensils and equipment during the Institute of Music for Children’s cooking program. Students will learn about appropriate handling of food items and safe operation and use of the kitchen equipment and they will be supervised at all times. Parents should be aware, however, that participation involves using knives and other sharp utensils, and that children will be working with and in close proximity to large kitchen equipment and hot items.  Classes may also involve handling of raw food items.  Although every precaution is taken to prevent accidents, a certain risk is involved due to the nature of the experience, the age of the student, and the learning environment.

Troupe and Specialty Offerings
To sign up for Acting Troupe, Harmony Band Troupe, Piano Academy, Center Stage Dance Ensemble, or Documentary Filmmaking with the Montclair Film Festival, select YES below.
PLEASE NOTE: Some Troupe Classes are by audition only.  If you have questions, please contact the office.
Troupe Class
Private Lessons
All private lessons are 30 minutes long.  Accommodating each lesson is based on teacher availability. Not all art forms will be available at all preferred days/times. The more flexibility you have, the better chances that we can accommodate your request.  We will be emailing you a questionnaire to complete in regards to your child(ren)'s private lessons.

12 Week Scheduling may be subject to limited availability.
Private Lesson

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Consent Information

Handbook Information
I agree to abide by the policies within this handbook in regards to the Institute of Music for Children's Afterschool Program.  

Handbook
Media Release
I give my consent to the Institute of Music for Children (IMC) to photograph/videotape my child for educational, promotional or documentation purposes and to use such pictures and/or stories in connection with their work.  I do release IMC from any claims of compensation. Doy mi consentimiento al Instituto de Música para Niños (IMC) para que fotografíe/video a mi hijo y use dichas imágenes y/o historias en relación con cualquiera de sus trabajos sin consideración de compensación de ningún tipo, y libero a IMC de cualquier reclamación que pudiera surgir al respecto. El nombre de los niños no se mostrará/utilizará sin consentimiento.
Health and Safety Release
I hereby authorize the emergency treatment by a qualified and licensed medical doctor selected by The Institute of Music for Children in the event of a medical emergency which, in the opinion of the attending physician, may endanger my child’s life, cause disfigurement, physical impairment or undue discomfort, if delayed.  This authority is granted only after a reasonable effort has been made to reach me.  I also guarantee payment of all charges incurred during this medical treatment (physician, hospital, x-ray, lab, drugs, ambulance, etc.) My student(s) has/have permission to engage in all Institute of Music for Children program activities.  The student and/or his/her/their parent/guardian agree to abide by the rules and regulations set up by the Institute of Music for Children for health, safety and welfare of the children participating in the program. 

Payment

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Installment Schedule Details

Total registration cost for all students will be divided into equal payments, depending on length of semester selected. Membership and supply fees are due with Installment 1.
12 Weeks
Installment 1: Today
Installment 2: 10/18/25
Installment 3: 11/18/25

24 Weeks
Installment 1: Today
Installment 2: 10/18/25
Installment 3: 11/18/25
Installment 4:  12/18/25
Installment 5: 1/18/26
Installment 6: 2/18/26
Need-Based Financial Aid

To be considered for Financial Assistance, you must schedule an appointment with a Financial Assistance specialist.   

PLEASE NOTE: A minimum of $30 fee is required for application processing.  You can pay more than the minimum. This amount will applied to your total cost.

It is required you register as a Member to receive Financial Assistance.

Financial Aid is not available for private lessons.

Need-based financial aid will be awarded after your appointment is complete, and all the proper paperwork has been submitted and received.  We encourage you to submit ASAP as financial aid resources are limited.

The following documentation is required for the financial assistance application:
  • Most Recent 1040 Tax Return and CDBG Form (Available as part of application)
  • One of the following documents: 
    1. Two most recent paystubs
    2. Letter from Unemployment/Disability
    3. Letter from Employer confirming employment
    4. Documentation to verify household income
After we receive your application, and required information listed above, we will be in touch to schedule an appointment.  If we do not receive communication or appointment is missed, you may not be eligible for Financial Assistance.  
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