NISDA POLICIES

TO COMPLETE REGISTRATION
Simply fill out the appropriate application form choosing your program or classes(s). Your total program cost is due with your application to insure course registration (and is subject to NISDA’s credit policy). Do remember our class size is limited and will be filled as registrations are received. A waiting list will be kept for each course with ongoing enrollment possible on a space available basis.

CONFIRMATION
You are enrolled when your paid registration is received. You will receive a confirmation and a receipt via email.

YOUR COURSE SUPPLIES + STUDIO LAB
Your lab fee covers studio equipment and use throughout summer, basic sketch paper & supplies for in studio class workshops. Students will receive a supplemental supply list upon registration. 

YOUR ARTWORK PICKUP
While taking a class, please make sure your classwork is tucked away removed or properly stored in designated areas after class is over, as studios are used for several programs. Please remember all artwork must be picked up at the end of the term.  We regret NISDA cannot be responsible for mailing work left in studios by you after your class or residency has ended.

TUTORIALS
We are happy to arrange individual tutorials for you or your group with our NISDA faculty. Please email your interest, desired timeframe, and the size of your group to nisdaartsnantucket@nisda.org

COMFORT AND SUSTENANCE
Enjoy your summer! Wear old comfy clothes suitable for the art studio. Bring layers for rain, fog, sun and wind. Sunscreen, glasses, hat, bug repellent, a bag lunch and drinks. There is refrigeration and a microwave.

WE’RE AN ABSOLUTELY SMOKE-FREE SCHOOL
For the health and comfort of our students, smoking is not permitted in the NISDA barn, in the surrounding farm landscape, or at the Atlantic House at 55 Wauwinet Rd.

POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
NISDA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


REVISION POLICY
NISDA reserves the right to adjust registration and course schedules, change instructors and alter requirements from the published program, and cancel classes due to insufficient enrollment.

COURSE CREDIT CANCELLATION POLICY
NISDA operates on tuition-based budget which supports your program. Because of our obligations to our instructors, facilities and program costs, refunds cannot be made. If for any reason you are unable to attend a course, including family, health or emergency, in which you are enrolled, a one-year credit toward tuition will be issued and can be used by you or assigned to a friend in writing. Fees will be returned only if courses have been closed or cancelled by NISDA.

NISDA COLLEGE INTERNSHIP
Join NISDA as a college intern. We welcome your involvement. Interns join us from colleges across the U.S. Please send letter of interest, resume and references to nisdaartsnantucket@nisda.org.

HIGH SCHOOL ASSISTANTSHIP
Consider being a high school studio assistant! You will assist faculty and college interns in their day to day studio routines. Write us a note about yourself, your interests, and please include references and send to: nisdasrtsnantucket@gmail.com

EUNICE HASKELL MEMORIAL YOUTH ISLANDER SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded annually to Nantucket Public School students. Islander Youth Scholarships provide partial assistance to students / residents. Call 508-228-9248 or email nisdaartsnantucket@nisda.org to apply! No youth is turned away due to financial need.

NANTUCKET ISLAND YEAR ROUND RESIDENT DISCOUNT.
Year round residents are eligible for 10% pricing discount on all family registrations. Additional information is available in the application.


WORK-STUDY EXCHANGE FOR YOUTH + ADULTS
We welcome your talent and energy! Gain important job experience while defraying the cost of your tuition! Please send a letter of interest, with documentation of your financial need, a brief explanation of your artistic capabilities and other skill sets or interests at the time of your application to nisdaartsnantucket@nisda.org . All fees and supplies must be paid by the student.

SPECIAL NEEDS ACCESSIBILITY
Most NISDA courses can be made accessible. If you have special needs please notify us upon registration. We welcome your participation.