1. Program Participation
For any student to participate in the Bellevue Academy of Arts & Music programs at the following locations:
Bellevue Academy of Arts & Music, 12356 Northup Way, Suite 103, Bellevue WA 98005, and its buildings and all businesses associated with the North Park Business Center at 12328–12372 Northup Way, Bellevue WA 98005
I hereby waive, release, and discharge any and all claims for damages for personal injury or property damage that may occur as a result of participation in said programs.
This release is intended to discharge in advance the venues of Bellevue Academy of Arts & Music, teachers, employees, family members, volunteers, and peers (students) from liability, even if such liability arises from perceived negligence. It is understood that some activities involve an element of risk, and knowing those risks, I hereby assume them. This waiver, release, and assumption of risk is binding on my heirs and assignees.
2. Conduct and Withdrawal
It is understood that all participated students must abide by the rules and codes of conduct at all program venues. If the student exhibits excessive aggression or disruptive behavior, program staff reserve the right to dismiss the student without refund.
Important Disclosure:
Students may be withdrawn from the program for any of the following:
- Unresponsiveness to instruction: Demonstrating one or fewer active responses out of five continuous prompts by the end of the second class, while over 90% of other students follow prompts.
- Disruptive behavior: Significantly impeding class (pauses longer than 30 seconds per occurrence, up to three times per class, due to verbal, visual, or physical actions, such as screaming, pounding instruments, running, talking over the instructor, throwing items, or repeated behaviors). Parents of students with learning disabilities should consult staff to develop the best approach.
- Inability to follow instructions or performing the opposite action when prompts are imperative to the curriculum.
Program staff reserve the right to terminate enrollment for misconduct, including but not limited to:
- Physical contact or abuse toward others
- Verbal abuse or use of foul language
- Threats or intimidation
- Tampering with or damaging another’s property
- Unsanitary behavior
- Use, sharing, or coercing others to use inappropriate substances
All incidents will be documented in a detailed case report.
3. Medical Consent
If the student is a minor, the undersigned parent or guardian authorizes Bellevue Academy of Arts & Music to provide emergency medical treatment as deemed necessary while participating in program activities at the listed venues.
4. Consent to Share Work as Data
By participating in BAAM programs, which include MathPiano®, PianoTowers™, and other research programs, you agree that all work created as part of participation—including recordings, compositions, assessments, and other materials—may be collected and used by BAAM for educational, research, and program development purposes.
Collected data may be analyzed to:
- Assess student progress
- Improve teaching methodologies
- Develop new learning tools
BAAM may use aggregated, anonymized data for research studies, presentations, publications, and other academic or educational activities. Personal identifying information, including full name, address, or other sensitive details, will not be shared. Limited information, such as first name, age, and assessment results, may be publicly disclosed solely to demonstrate program outcomes and student achievements.
5. Use and Return of Materials
All MathPiano® and PianoTowers™ materials, whether physical or digital, are copyrighted original works and may not be copied or distributed. For students enrolled in general music programs, these materials must remain at BAAM and may not be taken home or retained.
Adult students (age 18 or older). Adult students may keep their phones and other personal devices with them during class. However, they may not photograph, record, scan, or otherwise copy MathPiano® or PianoTowers™ materials, or share them with anyone, unless BAAM authorizes it in writing.
When enrollment ends, any materials in the student’s possession must be returned to BAAM. Unauthorized possession or duplication of MathPiano® or PianoTowers™ materials may result in legal action or other remedies deemed necessary by BAAM. Any unauthorized copies, including photos and recordings, must be returned or destroyed upon request from the Company or BAAM, and this must be confirmed in writing if requested.
6. MathPiano® Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure
Erssa Group, LLC, d/b/a MathPiano (the “Company”), owns the MathPiano® program, including its curriculum, teaching methods, lesson plans, business systems, marketing materials, branding, and related information (the “Program”). Non-public information about the Program may be shared with adult students solely so that they can participate in BAAM programs (the “Purpose”). This Section applies only to students age 18 or older. As a condition of participation, I agree to the terms of this Section.
Confidential Information. “Confidential Information” means any non-public information about the Program disclosed by the Company or BAAM, whether orally, in writing, electronically, visually, or by any other means, before or after enrollment, including:
- Curriculum design and lesson content
- Teaching methodology and instructional techniques
- Training materials
- Business plans, systems, and operating procedures
- Non-public pricing and financial information
- Marketing strategies, materials, and branding guidelines
- Software, tools, and templates
- Any other information that is designated as confidential or that a reasonable person would understand to be confidential
Exclusions. Confidential Information does not include information that:
- Is or becomes publicly available through no fault of the recipient
- Was rightfully known to the recipient without restriction before disclosure, as shown by written records
- Is rightfully received from a third party without breach of any confidentiality obligation
- Is independently developed without use of or reference to Confidential Information, as shown by written records
Obligations. I agree to:
- Hold all Confidential Information in strict confidence and not disclose it to any third party without the Company’s prior written consent
- Use Confidential Information solely for the Purpose, and not to compete with, replicate, or circumvent the Company or the Program
- Use reasonable care to protect Confidential Information
- Not photograph, record, copy, post, or distribute Confidential Information unless the Company or BAAM authorizes it in writing
Permitted Disclosures. This Section does not prevent me from discussing my progress, experience, or needs with BAAM staff or with my educators, healthcare providers, or legal advisers; reporting a safety concern or possible unlawful conduct to a government agency or law enforcement; or making a disclosure required by law.
Duration. These obligations continue after enrollment ends. They continue indefinitely for Confidential Information that qualifies as a trade secret under applicable law, for as long as it remains a trade secret, and for two (2) years following the date of disclosure for all other Confidential Information.
No License; Trademark Ownership. Nothing in this Section grants any license, right, or interest in Confidential Information, the Company’s intellectual property, or the Program. MATHPIANO® is a federally registered trademark of the Company (U.S. Reg. No. 7,847,753). All goodwill arising from any use of the mark belongs solely to the Company. No one may use the mark, any confusingly similar name or mark, or any Company branding without a separate written license or agreement executed by the Company.
Materials. Section 5 governs the use, return, and destruction of physical and digital materials.
Remedies. Unauthorized disclosure or use of Confidential Information may cause irreparable harm for which monetary damages alone would be an inadequate remedy. The Company will be entitled to seek injunctive and other equitable relief, in addition to any other remedies available at law, without the necessity of posting a bond.
No Warranty. All Confidential Information is provided “as is.” The Company makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to its accuracy or completeness.
Governing Law; Venue. This Section is governed by the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles. Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Section is subject to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in Washington State.
Licensing and Other Business Relationships. This Section applies to participation as an adult student only. It does not authorize anyone to teach, license, operate, or service the Program. Anyone evaluating such a relationship must sign the Company’s separate Non-Disclosure Agreement.
7. Consent for Communication
By participating in the BAAM programs, I consent for the academy to use my photos or videos taken during school activities in school publications, displays, website, or social media for educational or promotional purposes. I also consent to Bellevue Academy of Arts & Music contacting me via email and/or text message for enquiry responses, new intake updates, class availability, registration openings, academy news, events, and relevant promotions.