2024-2025 STUDIO CALENDAR

Blue Ridge Performing Arts Academy loosely follows the Avery County Schools calendar; however, the studio does NOT observe all school holidays and closings. Below are studio events and closures to add to your personal calendar. 
​Please contact us if you have any questions.
Date
Event
July 1
Online Registration Opens
August 19
Classes Begin
September 2
Labor Day Holiday - No Classes
November 27, 28, 29
Thanksgiving Break - No Classes
December 16 - January 1
Christmas Break - No Classes
January 2
Classes Resume
March 1
Recital Fees Due
April 18 - 27
Spring Break - No Classes
May 29
Technical Rehearsal
Williams Academy Auditorium
May 30
Dress Rehearsal
​Williams Academy Auditorium
May 31
Spring Performance - Shows A, B, C
​Williams Academy Auditorium
June 1
Spring Performance - Show D
​Williams Academy Auditorium
​Weather Cancellations
  • Classes will not automatically be canceled when Avery County Schools are closed.
  • In the event of inclement weather, a decision regarding studio closing will be made by 2:00 pm.
  • Announcements will be made by email, social media, and studio phone recording. 
  • If classes are canceled by the studio due to inclement weather, makeup classes may be scheduled by the instructor on a Saturday or Sunday.