NEW MILFORD BULLS POP WARNER 2015

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1 CHEERLEADING NEW MILFORD BULLS POP WARNER 2015 Dear Cheer Parent and Player, My name is Mindi Sarko and I am the Cheer Commissioner for the New Milford Bulls. I would like to welcome you to our program whether you are a new family or one that has been with us for many years. I am extremely proud of our program and looking forward to a great year for our cheerleaders! I have been involved with the New Milford Bulls since 2004, when my oldest daughter was a mascot. I went on to Assistant Coach two seasons and then Head Coach the next fiveyears. I have been Cheerleading Commissioner since That same year we had our first National Champion team and in 2013, we made Bulls history every competing team advanced to Nationals!!!! Once again we had National Champions! Last year we reached great success by having our first ever Level 4 team who became National Bronze medalists in the highest level of Pop Warner Cheer! Amy Crookshank will be returning as our Deputy Commissioner as will Jennifer Golembeski as the Cheer Equipment manager. The three of us look forward to working together to help you all in any way we can to make this the best experience for your cheerleader. My main goal for the coming year is that we have a very happy and well-structured program that is organized and brings the best out of every child. feel that Cheerleading is a really great sport not only because of the athletic skills involved but the leadership and positive effect it has on the kids. I would like to build upon our success from last season to make 2015 the best ever! As of this time, NCTPW Cheer Camp will be 8/22, State Competition will be on 10/17, NCTWPW Competition on 10/25, Regional Competition will be 11/7 or 11/14, depending on level, and National Competition takes place the week of 12/7. If these dates should change, I will pass them along to all of my cheer parents so they may plan for them. I truly believe in the Bulls and want to see us continue to be one of the best cheer programs in New England. We are very lucky to have such great families and I feel very fortunate to be a part of of our board representing the cheerleaders. I am always available, please call me with any questions or concerns and you can always me at any time. Once again welcome to the Bulls, I hope that you and your child are ready for a fun and exciting cheer season! Let s Go Bulls!!! Mindi Sarko Cheer Commissioner New Milford Bulls msarko@earthlink.net cell

2 Paperwork Checklist (Complete & Return) New Milford Bulls Youth Football & Cheerleading Organization PO Box 403, New Milford, CT REQUIRED PAPERWORK: (Found in your Registration Information Packet or in the forms section of the website) DOCUMENT NAME COMPLETE & ATTACHED 1. Birth Certificate (Original or raised seal copy required for new players) 2. June 2015 Report Card (Final Photocopy of all marking periods or ed) PW Physical Fitness and Medical History Form (both sides) (Signed and STAMPED by doctor Stamp must NOT cover date) PW Participant Contract and Parental Consent Form (both sides) 5. Signature Form Rev 3/15

3 NEW MILFORD BULLS CHEER RULES 2015 The following rules apply to ALL teams: Teams Cheerleaders will be placed on a team by the cheer coordinators and in direct compliance with Pop Warner rules. Every cheerleader is expected to perform all aspects of cheer, to the best of their ability (including and not limited to basing, back-spotting, front-spotting, jumping, tumbling and flying). The Head Coach and the coordinator will determine what position a cheerleader will have on the team and everyone that signs up will cheer. If there are physical reasons your child cannot comply with this rule, it must be noted on their original Pop Warner 2015 physical form. Practice Practice begins Monday, August 6 PM*, and will end promptly at 8:30 PM. All cheer squads practice 4 nights per week for the entire month of August: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Practice will be scheduled on Fridays to make up any cancelled practices due to unfavorable practice (weather/field) conditions. All required paperwork must be handed in by 8/3/15 (no exceptions will be made to this policy). All practices are mandatory. Attendance will be recorded at every practice/game. A Bulls Cheerleader is required to complete 36 hours of practice before he/she is eligible to participate at a game or competition. If a cheerleader fails to meet the required number of practice hours she/he will attend all events, in full uniform and sit with the coaches. Credit will be given for this time. Credit (hours) will be given for attending the NCTPW Cheer Clinic on 8/22. Practices/Games After Labor Day Indoor practices are extremely important and attendance is expected. Teams will practice 3 nights per week, 2 hours per night, times and locations (indoors) to be determined by availability. A responsible adult must walk-in with and return to the practice area to pick up their child. No water bottles are allowed in the gym floor (kept in hallway). Please note: up to 30 minutes may be added to the practice to allow for setting up and putting away of the mats. Parents: Mats are extremely bulky and heavy, please make every effort to help roll-up and return mats to their storage area. We will try our very best to budget for all of our outside practices but it could be necessary to collect from the parents. We will let you know in advance. No cheerleader will leave before all equipment is properly stored and area has been cleaned-up. Practice Attire Practice attire (required for the entire season) green or black cheer shorts (no pockets) gray t-shirts are required at all practices practice attire (included in registration) is required for all formal practices. Cheerleading practice sneakers, socks, and hair securely up in a ponytail. Cotton Sweats (no hoods or zippers) are acceptable in cooler weather. Absolutely NO: Jeans, shorts or tops with pockets, strap tops, nylon clothing, long pants, wearing any type of jewelry (exception: medical medals, must be taped to body) or beaded hair ornaments. Fingernails must be kept short. No Polish. Please remove jewelry at home; this includes all braided bracelets, anklets etc. For safety purposes any cheerleader not dressed in compliance with the above Pop Warner rules will not practice and hours will not be counted. Cheerleaders must turn off their cell phones at practice and games. Attendance In-Season unexcused absences will not be tolerated. 4 unexcused absences (practice and/or game) and a cheerleader will be removed from the squad. Registration fees will be forfeited. The official football game season begins with the 1st football game and may begin before Labor Day (all cheerleaders are expected to attend over Labor Day weekend). This rule will be enforced. Rules remain in effect until the end of the season!

4 Example of unexcused absences: 1. Cheerleader attends school, does not come to practice. 2. Failure to notify the head coach or cheer coordinator at least 60 mins prior to the scheduled practice or game regarding an illness. 3. Failure to notify/discuss with head coach any family commitment in advance (at the beginning of the season). 4. Leaving a practice or game to try-out or participate in another sport/activity (other than scholastic or religious purposes). All activities, dance, gymnastics, and/or attending an all-star gym are encouraged but Bulls practice and games must be the first priority. Anyone not attending the last practice before a game will not participate in the half-time routine. To be eligible to cheer at a competition a cheerleader is required to attend all practices 2 weeks prior to each competition. There will be no exceptions! Discipline As a Bulls Cheerleader, use of drugs, smoking, drinking, inappropriate language or disrespect to our staff and/or opposing towns will not be tolerated. Good sportsmanship and a spirit of cooperation are expected at all times. Discipline problems will be dealt with immediately. If there is a situation, the Head Coach will place a call to the parents of the child or children involved. The parents will be required to attend the next practice with their child and speak with the Head Coach and the Coordinator. This will be the only warning. If the problem continues action will be taken to rectify the situation. Hazing, bullying and/or disrespecting a member of your squad, a coach or another town or their members, via , text messaging, facebook, instagram, snapchap, twitter etc. will result in immediate dismissal from the squad. Games Bulls Cheerleaders are required to attend and cheer at all football games and competitions. This includes all regular and postseason games, home and away. Games may be scheduled to begin the week before Labor Day weekend. Bulls Cheerleaders will cheer at all games regardless of weather conditions. All team members will arrive at least 1 hour prior to the scheduled kick-off, dressed appropriately and report directly to their head coach. They will remain with the team for the entire game. Cheerleaders late for warmup will not participate at half time. Cheerleaders who arrive after game time will be marked as an unexcused absence. Cheerleaders may not leave prior to the conclusion of the game unless the head coach has given permission with the approval of the cheer commissioner. Game Attire Skirt, vest, practice cheer sneakers, cheer socks, briefs, game bow and in cooler weather, body liner. Hair is up securely in a high ponytail, make-up kept to a minimum. No Jewelry of any kind is allowed. When the weather requires a jacket, only the jacket from the Bulls windsuit (or one in the same color) is allowed. Additional layers may be worn underneath the jacket. Please do not alter the appearance of the wind suit. If you would like to wear gloves or a something to keep your ears warm, they must be white or green. Each cheerleader is required to bring their entire uniform, including body liner and wind suit to all games. Any cheerleader not in the required uniform will not cheer that day. Wearing part of the uniform is never allowed. Either change completely or leave on your entire uniform. No tank top and uniform combination is allowed. Spankie pants are not considered shorts. Game Conduct Team members will remain with their squad during all games (including half-time) and competitions. Please do not ask to take your daughter away from their squad. Only a planned snack will be allowed. When a cheerleader attends a game that they are not scheduled to cheer at they will remain in the stands and off of the playing field. It is expected that all parents volunteer when asked and adhere to the Adult Behavior Code of Conduct. Any parent talking out of turn to a cheerleader, coach or official may be asked to leave the field. It is expected that parents are respectful of our organization on all social media consider it an extension of the field.

5 Uniforms Uniforms fitting will take place early June (dates tba). Cheerleaders must be present to try on the uniform. A $ deposit (post-dated check) is required from every participant in August to receive a uniform. Upon completion of the 2015 season uniforms will be returned to the Bulls and your check will be returned to you. Uniforms must be returned clean. Anyone not returning or damaging or altering our uniforms will be billed the replacement cost for the uniform. Washing instructions will be included with the uniform. DO NOT DRY CLEAN UNIFORMS. Supplied by the New Milford Bulls: Skirt Vest Game Bow Formal Practice Uniform* Drawstring Bag Supplied by Parents: (prices are estimated) Turtleneck ($20) TM, MM Green/white body liner ($75) JPW, PW, JM, M Competition Sneakers ($55) JPW, PW, JM, M, ($25) TM, MM Competition Bow ($20) Competition Briefs ($15) Wind suits (price tbd) Pink jersey/bow (price tbd) White, no show competition socks Please note: prices and items may change based on availability with the vendors. Competitions Competitions are a lot of fun. This is the time for all of our cheerleaders to shine. All the squads (including the Tiny and Mitey Mite teams) will perform at our Local/State competitions. Tiny and Mitey Mites are considered exhibition only. Travel arrangements must be made through the proper channels when it is designated by the Bulls, New England Pop Warner, or the National Office. Failure to do so may cause team disqualification. It is expected that the team will remain together throughout the competition. Parent should expect to have limited access to the cheerleaders during competitions. Please note: when a team qualifies for the post season the Bulls will provide parents with travel information (hotels, arrival dates/times, agendas) it is expected that a responsible guardian of each cheerleader has access to a credit card for booking reservations. This includes Regional and National Competitions. Keep in mind squads did attend National Competition in 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014 and it can happen again. Parents on teams moving forward to National Competition will be expected to fundraise based on a points scale tbd. No fundraising money will be distributed to families that do not participate in fundraising. Questions: contact Mindi Sarko (Cheer Commissioner) (home), (cell) msarko@earthlink.net Website: Please sign the signature form and return with paperwork. *As of right now, skorts will only be included if our new tank (style discounted) does not match the current skort for JPW and above. TM/MM will still get the full practice set.

6 Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc PARTICIPANT CONTRACT AND PARENTAL CONSENT FORM Special Note: This form must be dated after January 1, 2015 and is APPLICABLE ONLY FOR THE 2015 SEASON. This form must be submitted to your LOCAL organization prior to the athlete participating in Pop Warner. No other forms are acceptable. Every Pop Warner Association must have a fully completed and signed original of this form prior to allowing the athlete to participate. Legal Name of Participant (must match birth certificate): Last First Middle Also known as Address City State Zip Phone No: Birth date Gender: Male Female Sport: Football Cheer Dance Mother s Month and Day of Birth School: Grade Level: Grade Point Average: Alternative Form Participant: (must meet Scholastic Fitness Requirement of 2.0/70% or else fill out the Scholastic Eligibility Form or Home School Eligibility Form). Mailing Address if different from above: Name of Parent/Guardian Relationship to Athlete: Address (if different from above) City State Zip Telephone No: Address: Emergency Contact Information (if the parent/guardian can not be reached): Name Relationship to Athlete Home Telephone No: Cell or work No.: Pop Warner Official Use Only: Registration Number: Witnessed By: Participant Fees Amount Paid $ Type of Transaction: Cash Check Credit Card Other (please explain) Proof of Age verified? Yes Birth Certificate No Other (please explain) Division of Play (circle one): Flag / Tiny Mite / Mitey Mite / Jr. Pee Wee / Pee Wee / Jr.Midget / Midget / U/L Weight at Time of Registration (Football Only): Proof of Scholastic Fitness verified? Yes No 1/6/2015 PWLS, INC.

7 2015 Parental/Guardian Permission and Waiver Participant Name: 1. PERMISSION TO PARTICIPATE: I, the parent/guardian of the above-named participant hereby acknowledge that my child is in good general health and I give my approval for my child to participate in any and all Pop Warner national, regional, league/conference, association and team/squad activities, including transportation to and from the activities by a licensed driver with proof of insurance.. I understand, hereby give my approval for, and assume any and all risk of my child's use of various playing surfaces and conditions, including, but not limited to, dry and wet natural and artificial grass, hard dirt, and/or mud and I hereby acknowledge and understand that said surfaces may be regular or very irregular. 2. INTENT TO INFORM: I acknowledge that I am fully aware of the potential dangers of participation in any sport and I fully understand that participation in football, cheerleading and/or dance may result in SERIOUS INJURIES, PARALYSIS, PERMANENT DISABILITY AND/OR DEATH. Furthermore, I fully acknowledge and understand that protective equipment does not prevent all participant injuries, and therefore I do hereby waive, release, absolve, indemnify, and agree to hold harmless the coaches, local, league and regional Pop Warner organization(s), Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc., and any and all organizers, sponsors, supervisors, participants, and persons transporting the above named participant to and from activities, from any claim arising out of any injury to my/our child whether the result of negligence or for any other cause. 3. EMERGENCY MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION: I hereby grant my permission for any and all emergency medical/dental treatment and/or first aid to be administered to my child/participant, including authorizing any medical treatment facility/hospital to administer emergency treatment, for any illness/injury/accident resulting from participation in any and all Pop Warner activities. 4. EQUIPMENT RESPONSIBILITY: I agree to assume full responsibility for any and all equipment/uniforms loaned to the above named participant and I agree to promptly return, upon request, the uniform and other equipment issued to the above named participant in as good condition as when received except for normal wear and tear. If I fail to adhere to this policy, I will be responsible for the full replacement cost of such equipment. 5. INSURANCE DISCLOSURE: I am aware that my local Pop Warner organization carries group accident insurance which is considered secondary or excess for medical purposes to any and all valid insurance I possess is considered primary insurance. Furthermore, I agree to notify in writing my head coach and local Pop Warner organization of any medical claim as a result of participation in Pop Warner as soon as reasonably possible. I understand that any registration fee paid does not constitute a direct premium for insurance and that a deductible(s) may apply. 6. SCHOLASTIC VERIFICATION: I hereby stipulate that either my child is scholastically fit, or that I have completed the scholastic eligibility form or the Home School Eligibility Form and will adhere to all rules and regulations therein. Furthermore, I hereby authorize my child s school to release school grades, report card results, and any and all other pertinent scholastic information to the local Pop Warner organization in order to comply with Pop Warner s scholastic fitness requirements. 7. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: I hereby stipulate that I have been advised by the local Pop Warner Organization of my rights, if any, to a refund in accordance with the local organization policies, and I have also been advised of my fundraising obligations for the entire season and agree to fully comply with those obligations. 8. COMMUNICATION AND PROMOTIONAL CONSENT: As a condition to my child s participation, I hereby consent to receive communications via and mail from Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc. and its partners. I understand that Pop Warner Little Scholars does not sell its contact lists and communications sent may contain program information as well as special offers and may be opted out of by following the instructions in the or via written request to the Pop Warner National Office. Furthermore, I hereby grant to Pop Warner the absolute right and permission to make, reproduce, broadcast or otherwise use participant s name and likeness, any photograph, films, videos, recordings, or other depictions or images in whatever form or media in connection with participation in Pop Warner throughout the universe in perpetuity and in any and all advertising and promotion materials, in any manner or media whatsoever for purposes of art, advertising, editorial, trade or promotion or any other purpose whatsoever. To the extent that any benefit accrues or may accrue to Pop Warner, I hereby and forever waive any interest in or claim to such benefits and acknowledge that Pop Warner is under no obligation to exercise any rights granted herein. 9. ADULT CODE OF CONDUCT: S1: In order to uphold the goals of Pop Warner and ensure that all participants have the benefit of a safe and fun learning environment, all parents, guardians and other adults and attendees of Pop Warner events, including but not limited to practices, competitions, and banquets, must behave accordingly in a respectful, courteous and sportsmanlike manner at all times. S2: Any adult who is using alcohol, tobacco or non-prescription drugs and/or appears intoxicated at a Pop Warner event, and/or who is flagrantly rude, attempts to intimidate, verbally abuse, heckles, taunts, ridicules, boos, throws objects and/or uses vulgarity or profane language/gestures with an official, coach, volunteer, staff member, participant or other event attendee, must receive a verbal warning and/or be asked to leave a Pop Warner event. The member organization may also provide a written warning to the individual regarding the misbehavior. The adult s children may also be removed from the event. Any adult who commits one of the above stated offenses a second time, will be banned from any and all Pop Warner events for a period of one year from the date of the second offense, and their children may also be removed from the program(s) for that time period. S3: Any adult who physically assaults an official, coach, volunteer, staff member or participant or threatens grave bodily harm may be banned from any and all Pop Warner events for one year from the date of the offense, and their children may also be removed from any and all Pop Warner programs for that same period of time. After the ban has expired, if the individual commits another offense of the adult code of conduct, the individual will be permanently banned from any and all Pop Warner events and the individual s children may also be permanently removed from any and all Pop Warner programs. 10. ADHERENCE TO POP WARNER RULES AND PROCEDURES: I hereby understand and acknowledge that as a parent/guardian of a Pop Warner participant it is my responsibility to comply with all rules and regulations stipulated, adopted or recognized by Pop Warner Little Scholars Inc. or any of its member organizations and understand that any non-compliance with any and all rules and regulations may be cause for discipline and/or dismissal of the participant, myself, and/or any spectators or other persons affiliated with the undersigned and the above named participant. I further understand that the participant must meet Pop Warner age and/or weight requirements on their official certification date as established by Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc. without exception and that the decision of the Weigh Master is final. I agree to furnish an authentic certified copy of a birth certificate of the above-named participant to local Pop Warner officials and understand that valid proof of age, a current calendar year s signed medical release, scholastic fitness form and this form must be presented by date of certification in order to participate further in Pop Warner activities. I/We hereby hold Pop Warner harmless of any financial loss as the result of any disciplinary action. 11. DISPUTE RESOLUTION POLICY SEVERABILITY: I hereby understand and acknowledge that all civil disputes between Pop Warner and any and all affiliated parties will be subject to binding arbitration in the locale of the Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc. National Office in Langhorne, PA in accordance with Pennsylvania law under the guidelines and rules of the American Arbitration Association. I hereby agree that this binding arbitration shall be in lieu of any litigation by and between myself, Pop Warner and any and all affiliated parties. I also understand and agree that if I contest any decision or ruling of Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc. and seek other recourse, that I will reimburse Pop Warner for all legal fees and expenses it reasonably incurs. If any portion of this form shall be deemed unenforceable, illegal, and/or invalid, the reminder shall remain in full force and effect. RULES & REGULATIONS In consideration of participation in Pop Warner activities and by my signature below, I hereby stipulate that I have read, fully understand and voluntarily agree to be bound by all of the above and that all information provided by me is true and accurate to the fullest extent of my knowledge. Signature of Parent/Guardian: Print Full Legal Name Signature of Participant: Print Full Legal Name Dated: 1/6/2015 PWLS, INC.

8 Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc PHYSICAL FITNESS & MEDICAL HISTORY FORM Special Note: This form must be dated after January 1, 2015 and then submitted to your LOCAL Pop Warner organization. No other forms are acceptable unless Section II is modified or substituted ONLY to comply with local and/or state laws or because of medical practitioner regulations (i.e. the medical practice insists on its own form). In either case, Section I must still be filled out entirely and attached to any modified/substituted form. Section II must be completed in its entirety ONLY by a Licensed State Examiner (medical doctor, nurse practitioner, etc.) Section I: FOR PARENT/GUARDIAN COMPLETION ONLY Legal Name of Participant (must match birth certificate): Last First Middle Address: City: State: Zip: Telephone No: Date of Birth: Male Female Name of Primary Medical Insurance Company: Policy Number: Membership Number: Name of Primary Insured: Does primary insured have Medicaid? Yes No Does primary insured have Medicare? Yes No Sport (check one): Cheer Dance Tackle Flag PARTICIPANT MEDICAL HISTORY 1. Are there any injuries requiring medical attention? Yes No 2. Are there any past surgeries or scheduled surgeries? Yes No 3. Is there any history of concussions and/or head injuries? Yes No 4. Is the participant currently under the care of a medical practitioner? Yes No 5. Is the participant currently taking any medications? Yes No 6. Does the participant have any allergies (penicillin, bee stings, etc)? Yes No 7. Does the participant have asthma/require the use of an inhaler? Yes No 8. Is the participant diabetic/require medication for diabetes? Yes No 9. Does the participant carry sickle cell trait/suffer from sickle cell disease? Yes No 10. Does the participant currently require medication? Yes No 11. Does/has the participant have/had seizures? Yes No 12. Does the participant wear glasses or contact lenses? Yes No 13. Does the participant wear a brace or other medical support device? Yes No 14. Does the participant have any other physical limitations or medical conditions? Yes No If you answered yes to any of the above questions, please provide the question number and an explanation in the following space and/or attach to this form: I hereby certify that this information is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that this medical authorization may be voided in the event of injury, illness or accident and my child may not be cleared for participation at such time. Furthermore, I hereby acknowledge that it is my responsibility to inform my child s coach or organization official in writing if there is any change in the medical condition of my child. I also understand that it s my responsibility to obtain written permission from my child s physician on official medical stationary in order to seek permission for my child to resume participation after any and all such injury, illness or accident. Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian: Print Name Relationship to Participant Dated 1/6/2015 PWLS, INC.

9 Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc PHYSICAL FITNESS & MEDICAL HISTORY FORM Section II: THIS SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED ONLY BY A LICENSED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL ON OR AFTER JANUARY 1 ST of the CURRENT CALENDAR YEAR. Name of Participant: (Please check the following if healthy or note otherwise): Height Weight Eyes Ears Mouth Nose & Throat Respiratory Cardiovascular Neurological Muskoskeletal Dermatological Blood Pressure I hereby certify that I am a licensed state examiner and have examined the above named individual and understand that he/she will be involved in participating in Pop Warner football, cheer or dance programs. I hereby swear and attest that this individual is physically fit and I have found no medical reason which would prevent this individual from safely participating in Pop Warner activities for the 2015 season. I am therefore clearing this individual for athletic participation without limitation. Please indicate medical profession (M.D., D.O. R.N., etc.) Are you licensed in your state to perform physical examinations? YES NO Dated: Please sign and fill out the following information OR place Official Medical Practice Stamp here: Signature Printed Name Address City State Zip Phone Fax: /Website: (Optional) Section II must be completed in its entirety ONLY by a Licensed State Examiner (medical doctor, nurse practitioner, etc. this may vary by state). NO other forms are acceptable unless Section II is modified or substituted ONLY to comply with local and/or state laws OR because of medical practitioner regulations (i.e. the medical practice insists on its own form). In either case, Section I must still be filled out entirely and attached to any modified/substituted form that MUST be signed in the current calendar year. 1/6/2015 PWLS, INC.

10 CHEER - SIGNATURE FORM (Complete & Return) Date: Cheerleader Name: (Please Print Clearly) We have read, understand and agree to follow all the rules and regulations set forth in the 2015 Information Packet received from New Milford Bulls Youth Football & Cheerleading Organization (please initial below): Parent's Initials Player's Initials Cheer Rules: / Attendance Policy: / Adult Behavior: / Volunteer Policy: / Uniform Policy: / Cheer Player Signature Date Mother/Guardian Signature Date Father/Guardian Signature Date