These terms explain how our website and programs work, what you can expect from us, and what we ask of you. We've written this to be as clear and straightforward as possible.

Welcome to NEST Music Conservatory Inc. (NMCI). By visiting our website or enrolling in any or our programs, including summer camp, afterschool, infant/toddler jam, and private lessons, you agree to these Terms of Use.  If you have questions, please contact us before enrolling.

NEST Music Conservatory Inc. (referred to as "NMCI," "we," "our," or "us") is a nonprofit performing arts and music education organization based in the Bronx, New York. We offer after-school programs, summer camps, and private music lessons for children in our community.

When you visit our website, create an account, submit a registration form, or enroll in any NMCI program, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you are enrolling a child, you are also agreeing on their behalf as their parent of legal guardian.

a). You must be 18 or older to agree to these Terms and enroll a child in our programs. By submitting a registration, you confirm that you are the child's parent or legal guardian and have the authority to make decisions on their behalf. 

NMCI currently offers the following programs:

• Afterschool Program – weekday music education and enrichment for school-age children
• Summer Camp – immersive music and performing arts programming during summer months
• Private Lessons – one-on-one instruction in a variety of instruments and musical disciplines

Program schedules, loctions, pricing, and availability are subject to change.  The most current information is always available on our website or by contacting our office directly. Submitting a registration form does not guarantee. Acceptance is confirmed only after your application has been reviewed and you have received written confirmation from NMCI.

To enroll your child in an NMCI program, you must complete and submit a registration form along with any required documentation. Here's what to expect:

• You will receive a confirmation from NMCI once your application has been reviewed and accepted.
• Some programs require additional documentation before enrollment is finalized (for example, an IEP if your child is in a special needs program).
• NMCI reserves the right to deny enrollment at its discretion, including for capacity, safety, or eligibility reasons.
• You may only submit one application per child per program location.

If we need more information to evaluate your child's eligibility, we will reach out to you directly.  We do everything we can to make our programs accessible and affordable.

By enrolling in an NMCI program, you agree to pay all applicable fees according to the schedule established at enrollment. Here are the key payment rules:

• Registration fee – due at the time of enrollment and is non-refundable. 
• Weekly payments – due on the first day of each program week.
• Monthly payments – must be paid in full before each scheduled session.
• Late payment fee – $25.00 will be added if payment is not received by the due date.
• Returned checks – all associated bank fees will be charged, and future payments must be made in cash or certified funds.
• Non-payment – failure to pay may result in suspension from the program. Re-enrollment will require a new registration fee.

Vouchers & Assistance: We accept ACS and HRA vouchers and can help connect you with payment assistance options. If you are using a Voucher, you are responsible for keeping it active and up to date. Any balance not covered by a voucher is your responsibility.

Late pick-up fee: Pick-up time is 6:00 PM. A fee of $1.00 per minute per child will be charged after 6:00 PM. After five late pick-ups, NMCI may suspend your child's enrollment. If a child is not collected by 7:00 PM and we cannot reach a parent or guardian, we are required by law to contact the appropriate authorities.

We understand that unexpected things happen. NMCI does not issue refunds for absences, illness, or vacations. However, partial refunds may be available in the following specific circumstances:

• Your child is reassigned to a school outside NMCI's service area due to district rezoning.
• Your child unexpectedly loses their primary home due to a natural disaster or documented homelessness.
• Your child unexpectedly loses a parent or legal guardian.
• NMCI discontinues or cancels the program your child is enrolled in.

No refunds for absences. There are no credits or reductions for missed days due to illness, vacation, or any other reason not listed above. The registration fee is always non-refundable. Refund requests must be submitted in writing with supporting documentation.

If you create an account or submit information through our website, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, complete, and current information.
• Notify NMCI within 48 hours of any change to your emergency contacts, authorized pick-up persons, or other enrollment information.
• Keep your account credentials confidential and not share them with others.
• Notify us immediately if you believe your account has been compromised.

NMCI is not responsible for any loss or damage resulting from your failure to maintain the security of your account or to keep your information up to date. 

Our website is provided to help families learn about and enroll in NMCI programs. You agree to use it only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not interfere with anyone else's experience.  The following are not permitted:

• Using the site to submit false, fraudulent, or misleading information.
• Attempting to access accounts, systems, or data that you are not authorized to access.
• Uploading or transmitting harmful, offensive, or illegal content.
• Using automated tools (bots, scrapers) to collect data from our site.
• Any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the website or our systems.

NMCI reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to anyone who violates these rules. 

NMCI is committed to protecting the privacy of children. Our website is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children. All registration and account activity must be completed by a parent or legal guardian.

Information about your child that you provide during enrollment (such as name, age, and health information) is used only to operate and improve our programs. We do not sell or share this information for marketing purposes.

Parental rights: You have the right to review, correct, or request deletion of your child's information at any time. Contact us at privacy@nestmusicinc.org to exercise these rights. For full details, see our Privacy Policy.

All content on nestmusicinc.org, including text, images, logos, graphics, videos, and curriculum materials, is owned by or licensed to NMCI and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

You may view and print content from our website for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without our written permission.

The NEST Music Conservatory name, logo and related marks are trademarks of NMCI. Please contact us before using our name or logo in any materials.

Participation in music, dance, and performing arts activities involves physical activity and carries inherent risks. By enrolling your child, you acknowledge these risks and agree that NMCI is not liable for minor injuries that may occur during normal program participation.

• NMCI staff are trained to provide a safe, supportive environment and will respond appropriately to any medical situation.
• In a medical emergency, NMCI will attempt to contact parents or guardians. If unavailable, we will arrange emergency medical transport.
• Parents are responsible for promptly disclosing any medical conditions, allergies, or special needs that could affect their child's safe participation.
• Parents are responsible for any damage to NMCI property caused by their child.

Limitation of liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, NMCI's liability for any claim arising from use of our website or participation in our programs is limited to the amount you paid for the specific service in question. NMCI is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages. These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York. Any disputes will be resolved in Bronx County, New York

If you have any questions about these Terms, our programs, or anything else, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our team is happy to help.