School News & Announcements
updated 12/3/11
Seamstress
For alterations contact Carmel LeBlance: (845) 896-4897 OR Gigi's on Rte 52
For red and white costumes call Renee O'Brien: (914) 962-4414
www.KellyOsterSchool.com
All info is posted on our webpage. You can always get information by calling 845-598-3094 or emailing KellyOsterIDS@aol.com The calendar has been updated.
Dance Steps
To help dancers practice at home, the words to their steps are posted online. Click Here
We also have practice CDs available at class for $5 & you can view dancers practicing on our YouTube page.
Teachers & Championship dancers are also available for private lessons for extra help outside of class.
Remember the 5 basics of Irish Dancing:
1. Turn out feet 2. Cross legs 3. Keep arms in tight 4. Up on Toes 5. Dance to the music
Private Lessons & Babysitters:
If your dancer needs extra help or would like to practice more, contact a KKO teacher or Championship dancer that is qualified to teach private lessons. You can find their contact info on the Private Lesson / Babysitting page.
Babysitters are also available.
Shoe Bin
The Shoe Bin has recently been updated and will be available at class again. Please be courteous of the organization system as many shoes have gone unaccounted for. All shoes should be signed in and out on the Price List. Shoes for sale should be placed in a zip lock bag with your personal information and asking price. Shoes to be bought should be signed out of the bin and contact the selling party immediately. See the KKO School Store page for a list of all items for sale.
Feis Registration
You can check out the North American Feis web site for a listing of all feisanna
KKO Emails
If you are not receiving updates by email and would like to, please email us at KellyOsterIDS@aol.com
KKO Videos
KKO videos now on www.YouTube.com/KellyOsterNY
Steps for Practice
the words to the steps that dancers are learning in class, are published on the webpage.
Check the School Menu for the link to "STEPS"
St. Patrick's Day Season
Dates for Parades and shows have been posted on the School Info Page. All dancers are invited to participate.
Helpful Links:
We have added a page to our site for your convenience. This page contains Links to other Irish Dancing Web sites. Click on www.KellyOsterSchool.com/links.htm
Mail Box Folder:
Posted at class is a "Mail Box" Folder for all members to leave tuition envelopes, Merchandise order forms, questions, Feis notifications, etc. Please feel free to leave any items or information you have for Kerry & Karyn in the folder so there will be no interruptions during the class. The folder contents is collected at the end of every class so that nothing is miss placed.
COSTUME RENTALS: $75 - $200
Speak to your teacher if you are interested in renting a costume for the remainder of the dance year. There are a variety of dresses for different dancers and levels, and Price Ranges!
Costumes for Sale
Our costume page has been updated. Check out new dresses for sale.
Please use the directory email list to inform other KKO members of items you may have for sale (costumes, wigs, shoes, etc). Teachers will no longer take solo costumes to be sold. Check out the costume page to see what is for sale.
NEW - KKO online photo album
Pictures: Check out our School Photo Album to view all pictures from the 4-H fair & Renegades game over the summer up to our Christmas Parties.
Sheila Kelly
Tutoring & Private lessons are being offered by Sheila Kelly. Any child in elementary education, grades K-5. Offers help in all subjects and great for homework help! Any inquiries call 845-667-2499.
KKO School Store:
We have recently updated the KKO School Store page. Please check for a list of Shoes & Costumes for sale, as well as other KKO merchandise. We do have the shoe bin at almost every class for you to try and find a pair of used shoes as well. **There is a waiting list to buy School costumes. Please contact Karyn to buy or sell your KKO dress. New KKO merchandise has arrived! Check out the School Store for new items for the summer and fall classes.
Feis Registration
You can check out the North American Feis web site for a listing of all feisanna