Parent Resources
Welcome to your Parent Resource page!
This page has important information for new and returning Centre families. If you have questions outside of the information presented here, please contact Admissions.
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Summer and Fall registration open! Check below for details.
Fall 2026 | Registration Is Now Open
Returning Centre Families: Registration is now open to currently registered families as of Monday, April 20. You DO NOT need to submit a REQUEST TO REGISTER. Instructions will be provided with your end-of-year evaluation and new level placement for 26-27. Please follow the instructions included in your email to begin your registration.
New Centre Families: If you plan on joining us for the first time or have lapsed for one year or more, the Request to Register for the 26-27 school year is now available. This creates a new ballet account for you in preparation for registration. Your registration window opens Monday, May 4. Once your request is received along with any other required documents, a registration link will be sent to you.
Birth Certificates: The Centre for Dance Education requires all students aged 7 and under to submit a birth certificate before entering our program. This helps us confirm that your student will be placed in the appropriate level suitable for their age and skill set as of September 1. Families will only have to do this upon their initial registration. Submit here.
Schedule Changes: Once you have registered, any adjustments must be completed manually. Please do not add single classes in new orders. This creates extra administrative work for the Centre team. If you need to make a change (add/drop/switch), select the schedule change request button below.
*The Centre for Dance Education follows the same academic age requirement guidelines in its dance education. This allows for the ultimate developmental and physical training of the mind and body progression in early childhood education. Therefore, student placements for ages 2-7 are based on their age as of September 1, 2026, no matter when they register for the 26-27 school year.
26-27 Schedule Change Requests
If you are currently registered for 26-27 and need to adjust your schedule, drop, and/or add classes, you may do so by clicking the button below.
As of October 1, schedule change requests will incur a $25 change fee. This applies to all requests, EXCEPT for the following:
- Class cancellations by the Centre
- Centre faculty and/or staff recommendations
- Classes added to a student's existing schedule
- Complete withdrawal from the school (contact Admissions)
Please be mindful of frequent class changes, as they can disrupt training, make it difficult for instructors to monitor progress effectively, and adversely affect spring concert planning.
NOTE: We ask that you do not attend new classes until you receive an email confirmation that the transfer has been approved and completed.
Centre Uniforms
All registered students are required to wear AB uniforms for their approved level. The Centre Boutique is the sole location to provide all of your student's needs. There are two locations: Buckhead Centre and Michael C. Carlos Centre. Explore everything our boutique has to offer through the button below.
Automatic Billing
All families are enrolled in auto-billing upon completing their registration. This is a requirement for all accounts on an installment plan. Please use the link below to update your account.
Once received, all outstanding balances will be processed, including relevant late fees and any past due performance fees. The updated card will be used for all accounts for the current school year.
Fall 2026 Scholarships
The Centre for Dance Education is proud to offer scholarship opportunities to families. There are several available, including need-based and merit-based. All students in levels B and above are encouraged to apply. All application materials are due by June 29, 2026. Application link below.
Student Teaching Assistant Applications
Applications for Student TAs for 26|27 will open soon.
Performance Opportunities
The Centre is proud to offer many opportunities for dancers to showcase their talent on stage or at special events.
The Nutcracker
Students enrolled in levels AIII and higher are invited to audition for our annual production of The Nutcracker. Students who are cast are expected to pay a participation fee, which helps cover theatre costs. To learn more about this opportunity, including audition dates and expectations, click here.
Spring Concert
The 2026 Spring Concert schedule has been announced. Please visit the concert page to review all information that pertains to the concert, here.
Parent Circle
As a currently registered Centre family, you are a member of our Parent Circle, which provides much-needed support to the activities of the Centre for Dance Education. There are several opportunities to get involved. We appreciate every parent's support and dedication to the Centre. Learn more on the Parent Circle page.
Summer Programs
The Centre offers several options to keep your students dancing all year round. For ages 2 and up, find the right program for your family:
Summer Day Programs: ages 2 and up
Summer Intensives: ages 11 and up (audition required)
Withdrawals
If you are seeking a complete withdrawal from all classes, please reach out to your Centre Manager or the Centre Administrative Director. There is a separate form for complete withdrawals from classes.
Buckhead Centre Manager, Ansilla Bearden,
Virginia-Highland Centre Manager, Mia Givens
Michael C. Carlos Centre Admin Dir., Kelly Tonina Cooper
Meeting Request
As a registered Centre family, you are welcome to reach out for a conversation with your student's instructor and/or Dean Story to discuss any details about your student training. This may be done over the phone, Zoom, or in person depending on availability. To request a meeting, please select the button below.
Makeup Classes
Students who miss a class are eligible to take a makeup class at any of our Centre locations. They are not mandatory, but are recommended to ensure your student receives all of their studio time. Makeup classes are prescheduled throughout the year, rotating between Centres. While there is no additional charge for makeup classes, students must preregister. Please select the class link below to register.
There are no remaining makeup classes for 25-26.
Parent Perks
Adult Dance Division - as a registered Centre family, parents and legal guardians can take classes at a reduced rate. We offer ballet at all levels as well as some optional disciplines like tap and modern. Make dance a part of your entire family's routine! Learn More
Ticket Discounts - Centre families receive 20% off of tickets to any of Atlanta Ballet's productions. Contact Patron Services to learn more.
Faculty Bios
Interested in learning more about our instructors? Click the button below to see the background and experience of all of our amazing instructors.
Stay up-to-date on all things CDE with our online calendar! You can find all Centre holiday closings, parent observation weeks, and more.