The following pages must be completed and returned to Ms. Shaver or the IHS front office by Friday, February 27, 2015 at 4:10 PM.

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1 Congratulations! You ve decided to try-out for the award-winning Royals Drill Team. This packet contains some very important information concerning audition procedures, team requirements, and district policies. Please read this packet thoroughly and keep the information for future reference. Each packet should contain: Audition Information The Year in Review Anticipated Expenses Royal Calendar Drill Team Acknowledgment Form Merit and Demerit Guidelines Medical Release Form Travel Release Form Social Media Contract Inherent Risk Form Royals Drill Team Application & Signature Sheet FISD Physical Form The following pages must be completed and returned to Ms. Shaver or the IHS front office by Friday, February 27, 2015 at 4:10 PM. Drill Team Acknowledgment Form Merit and Demerit Contract Social Media Contract Travel Form Inherent Risk Form Medical Release Form FISD Physical Form Royals Drill Team Application Royals Audition Signature Form

2 Dear Parents and Royal Hopeful, The Royals organization is a one of a kind. If you desire friendships, success, self-discipline, and lasting memories, we want to encourage you to tryout to become a Royal. It is not only hard work but a great lasting experience you will never forget. This is a new endeavor for both you and your daughter. We feel it is extremely important to share with you some basic information about the tryout process for the IHS Royals. As a part of the team, you will perform at football and basketball games, pep rallies, competitions, spring show and other special events. In addition to these performances, the team will also participate in fundraising and community service projects throughout the year. The tryouts for becoming a member of the IHS drill team will be a learning experience for your daughter. We will take the girls through every step of the tryout process in order to prepare them to be judged by a certified panel of judges. Please remember that all judge s scores will be final. We will be holding a mandatory informational meeting in the IHS Flex Lab A202 for the parent(s) and girls that will be trying out for Royals. The meeting will be on February 12, 2015 at 7:00pm. This will be an extremely important time for you to learn more about the responsibilities of being on the team. Tryouts for the Royals will be Thursday, March 19, 2015 starting at 5:30pm in the IHS Gymnasium. The workshops for the tryouts will be March from 4:30-6:00pm. The results will be posted on the IHS website on Friday, March 20, 2015 at 4:30pm. Please read all information carefully in the packet before signing the contracts. If you have any questions, please Ms. Shaver (shaverb@friscoisd.org). I look forward to meeting you and your daughter and working with your daughter during the upcoming tryouts and year! Sincerely, Brittany Shaver IHS Royals Director

3 Thursday, February 12 th 7:00pm Mandatory tryout meeting in IHS Flex Lab(A202) Friday, February 27 th 4:10pm Tryout Packets Due Monday, March 16 th 4:30-6:00pm Workshop I in IHS Gym Tuesday, March 17 th 4:30-6:00pm Workshop II in IHS Gym Wednesday, March 18 th 4:30-6:00pm Workshop III in IHS Gym Thursday, March 19 th 5:30-finished Audition IHS Gym Friday, March 20 th 4:30pm New Royals posted on school website Tuesday, March 24 th 5:30pm (new girls) New Team Fitting Date in IHS Cafeteria Tuesday, March 24 th 7:00pm Parent Meeting in IHS Cafeteria 1. You must be an enrolled 9 th -11 th grade student at Independence High School for the school year to attend the workshops and auditions for drill team. 2. Anyone moving into the district after the tryouts will have to go through a tryout process with the director and principal. 1. Only those 8 th graders, freshman, sophomore & junior students auditioning for drill team will be admitted to the workshops. All workshops and the audition are closed to the public. 2. Workshops will begin promptly at 4:30pm-please be on time! 3. Hopefuls must wear a dance top and dance pants/capris during workshops. Jazz shoes must be worn at all times. 4. Hair must be in a ponytail parted over left eye and slicked back no whispies. 5. No gum is allowed and jewelry must be removed before the workshops begin. 6. Food and drink are not allowed in the gym. Only water bottles will be allowed. 1. Only those 8 th graders, freshman, sophomore & junior students auditioning for drill team will be allowed into the gym area. 2. All Hopefuls will have an individual number and a group number assigned to them. Each group will consist of 3-5 dancers. Judges know the hopefuls only by number-no names are used. 3. Auditions will begin promptly at 5:30 pm on Thursday. 4. Hopefuls should wear appropriate drill team make-up. 5. The only jewelry allowed is rhinestone earring studs and hair must be in a slicked back high bun. 6. Hopefuls must wear the following items for auditions: Black tank top or short sleeve tight fitting shirt Black jazz pants (long) Black socks Black jazz shoes

4 1. All Hopefuls will be judged on the following categories. For details on these categories, please see the judging category descriptors page in this packet. Showmanship 10pts Jazz Technique 40pts Kick Technique 30pts Right Split 10pts Left Split 10pts 2. The judges only know each Hopeful by number-no NAMES WILL BE USED. 3. Each Hopeful must remain at the audition site until the final group has performed in the event that callbacks are necessary. 4. There is no minimum or maximum number of team members. 5. You MUST receive a minimum average score of 70 to become a drill team member. Those girls receiving an average score of 70 or above will be members. 6. Results will be posted Friday, March 20 th on the IHS website. They will be posted at 4:30pm. Only NUMBERS will be posted. ALL HOPEFULS will be required to go through a routine physical prior to the start of tryout workshops, March 16 th. This is a requirement to take all appropriate steps to ensure the girls safety at all times. The UIL physical forms can be found attached in this packet. The website includes photos, pertinent information, schedule of performances, booster club information, and all handouts sent home. This will be your first place to check to answer your questions.

5 Team Fitting: March 24 th at 5:30pm will be team fitting for NEW Royals. Team wear will cost approximately $700 plus personal items such as tights, sports bras, shoes, etc. Payment plans may be set up. All team wear has to be paid prior to line camp in order to participate. Many of these items will be used from year to year. RETURNING girls: the cost will be approximately $250 plus personal items such as tights, sports bras, shoes, etc. Line Camp: All members must attend line camp. Camp is a time for the girls not only to get to know one another, but a time to develop skills needed throughout the year. The dates for line camp are July 31 st August 2 nd at the Hilton DFW Lakes Hotel. The camp clothes pick up will be Tuesday, July 28 th, at 11:30am in the IHS cafeteria. Payment for this camp will cost approx. $375, is due by May 15 th to Royals Booster Club. Boot Camp: Boot camp is held shortly before school begins. All members must attend the full practice time allotted. During this time, the team will practice all football routines, stand routines, some competition routines and condition for the fall. New Royals: August 4 th 6 th from 8am -11am at IHS. All Royals: August 10 th 13 th from 8am-4pm at IHS and August 17 th - 19 th from 4:00-6:30pm at IHS. Football Season: Fall is football season and the beginning of our year! The Royals will perform at all football games, away and home. Members will tryout for each football routine. All members are expected to attend all games with the team. For all games, the team will meet in the dance room and ride a bus to and from the stadium. Basketball Season: The Royals will perform at select basketball games throughout the season. We will not travel to out of town regular season basketball games. Competition Season: Competition is a serious time for the team and a chance for them to grow as a team and as individuals. Members will try-out for all competition routines. Practices for competition will be held before and after school and on some Saturdays and weekday evenings. The time commitment will depend on the number of routines the member is involved. Spring Show: Spring Show is an IHS drill team production held in the IHS Auditorium. The girls will participate in a number of routines together and with specialty groups within the team. It will be their opportunity to show all they have learned throughout the year. FUNDRAISERS: The Royals participate in the following fundraisers throughout the year please be aware that you are asked to participate in each of these. There are two mandatory fundraisers for the team as they are to pay for all spirit items, water and snacks for games and competition. Fall Dinner/Show/Silent Auction Fall Dance Clinic Host of CP Drill Team Contest Spring Dance Clinic Spring Show Program Ad Sales

6 Royals Drill Team Anticipated Expenses Mandatory Fees These fees are requirements for members of the Royals. Please put these due dates on your calendar. These costs vary depending on what is purchased by your daughter. They go anywhere from $250.00(returning) to $ As a returning member you do not have to purchase a new hat, jacket, warm ups, etc. unless you earn a leadership position or you want to purchase new items. Due Date Check To For Amount Attire (boots, bag, dance Check, Cash or clothes, jazz shoes, spirit CC to TMS shirts, etc) March 24 th (1 st Deposit/payment) $200 deposit or paid in full March 24 th (1 st Deposit/payment) Check, Cash or CC to IRBC Attire(hat, bodysuits, bloomers, jacket) $200 deposit or paid in full June 30 th Check, Cash or CC to IRBC Attire(hat, bodysuits, bloomers, jacket) Remaining balance minus deposit July 10 th (Final Payment) TOTAL- Check, Cash or CC to TMS Attire(boots, bag, dance clothes, jazz shoes, spirit shirts, etc) Remaining balance minus deposit Camp Line camp is MANDATORY and is considered to be a very important part of drill team. It is an excellent team-bonding time and most importantly we learn ALL of our football and pep-rally routines during this time. Due Date: Check To: For: Amount: April 14 th Line Camp $375 (Either pay $375 or deposit of $200) April 14 th Booster Club Independence Membership Royal Booster $50 per family May 15 th Club Or can pay by CC Line Camp (2 nd Payment) $175 (if not paid in full on April 14 th ) May 8 th See IRBC Treasurer at any meeting Officer Camp Approx. $450 May 8 th Sergeant Camp Approx. $425 May 8 th Social Officer Camp Approx. $200

7 Royal Drill Team Anticipated Expenses Continued Miscellaneous Fees MANY of these fees are optional, but often something your daughter/family will want. I want to give parents as much advance notice as possible so that you can budget accordingly. This might be a good incentive for your daughter to make some money this summer! Please know that these are ESTIMATED amounts as it depends on your daughter. Approx. Month For: (Note * means required items or event) ESTIMATED Amount: TBD Letter Jacket (can t order until end of first year) $100-$200 March 2015 *Team Earrings $8 April 2015 *Rhinestone Choker $25 May 2015 Yard Sign(optional) $40-$45 each May 2015 Parent Spirit Shirts(optional) $25-$40 each May 2015 Car Decals(optional) $10-$15 each July 2015 Team/Individual Pics, Buttons, Buddy Pics, etc(optional) $30 -$100 Aug 2015-Feb 2016 Football/B-ball Tickets (to watch daughter s performance) $5-$10 each September 2015 Father/Daughter Dad Ticket $15-$20 April 2016 Spring Banquet Tickets for parents(optional) $30-$40 April 2016 Memory Book(optional) $40-$50 April 2016 End of the year DVD(optional) $25-$45 April 2016 Spring Show DVD(optional) $35-$40 ***Payments Choices/Options: IF you want to pay with a Check to Royal Booster Club: All checks must contain a phone number where you can be contacted and in the memo field - your daughter s first/last name and what the check is for. IF you want to pay with a Credit or Debit Card to Royal Booster Club: You have an option of using the Royals BC square with this, there will be a small fee added to your total. Please speak to IRBC Treasurer for more information. IF you want to pay with Cash: You will receive a receipt.

8 Royals Anticipated Fundraisers Fundraiser Approx. Date What can you do? Goal? Spring Flower Sales March/April 2015 Sell Flowers to neighbors, family, and friends 12 flats sold Dinner/Show/Silent Auction October 2015 Sell 10 dinner tickets OR 30 raffle tickets $150 Dance Clinic December 2015 Sign up girls you know, work the clinic(earn merits) $40/girl Team goal: 75 participants Fine Arts Department Holiday Show December 2015 Sell tickets to show $10/ticket Team goal: 100 tickets sold Host Contest February 2016 Donate items to offset cost(earn merits for this) Items TBD Dance Clinic March or April 2016 Sign up girls you know, work the clinic(earn merits) $40/girl Team goal: 75 participants Spring Show Program Ad Sales January 2016 March 2016 Sell ads to family members, friends, and business $200/girl worth of ads

9 Royals requires a large time commitment and it is important that you understand the requirements before you decide to join the team. Please review the attached calendar carefully and discuss it with your family. During the school year, we will practice mornings from 6:00-8:00AM OR 6:30-8:00AM depending on the school day. During football season we will have band practice Friday mornings. You should anticipate practicing on some evening and Saturdays in the spring for contest and spring show but you will get plenty of notice about these practices. Football games are usually held on Friday nights. (SOMETIMES they are on Thursday). During basketball season, the team performs at select home basketball games. However, it depends each year. Basketball games are on Tuesday or Friday nights. Royal activities will be held to a minimum on the weekends. You should expect one a month. All Royal practices and meetings are mandatory. Summer line camp/summer team practices are mandatory. All Royal members (including managers) are expected to participate in these rehearsals. This is the time that the team learns all football routines, pep rally routines, as well as team bonding. It is crucial that you are present for these events.

10 March 24 th IHS Cafe 4:30pm Ret. 5:30 New March 31 st - IHS Cafeteria 6:30pm April 1 st IHS Gym 5:30pm April 2 nd IHS Gym Time TBA April 14 th IHS Cafeteria 6:30pm April 16 th IHS Auditorium 4:30-??? Team FITTINGS First Booster Club Meeting Officer/Sergeant Mocks Officer/Sergeant Reveal Parent Meeting(1 st Camp Payment and Booster Fee Due) Royals Spring Show Dress Rehearsal April 17 th -18 th - IHS Auditorium 5:30pm(call time) Royals Spring Show May TBA IHS Stadium Time TBA May 11 th 13 th IHS Gym 4:30-6:00pm May 15 th IHS Cafeteria 6:30pm May 15 th Payment due May 18 th 20 th IHS Gym 4:30-6:00pm May 18 th 19 th IHS Gym 6:00-7:00pm May 21 st IHS Gym 5:00pm May 26 th IHS Gym 4:30-5:30pm May 26 th IHS Gym 5:30-6:30pm May 28 th IHS Gym 5:00pm June 5 th 8 th Dallas Crowd Pleasers June OR August TBA July 15 th Payment due July TBA Adriatica July 27 th 29 th IHS Gym 8am noon July 30 th Aug 2 nd Hilton DFW Lakes August 4 th 6 th IHS Cafeteria 8:00-11:00am August 10 th 13 th IHS Cafeteria 9am-4pm August 17 th 19 th IHS 5:30-7:30pm August TBA Elite Teams Knights Spring Game New Team Practices Team Parent Meeting Camp Balance DUE New Team Practices Learn Elite Jazz Tryout Dance Elite Jazz Tryouts Learn Elite Hip Hop Tryout Dance Learn Elite Lyrical Tryout Dance Elite Lyrical/Hip Hop Tryouts Officer/Sergeant Camp Social Committee Camp Balances DUE for camp clothing Team Photo/Individual Photos Team Practice Team Camp (Required) New Royals Boot Camp All Royals Boot Camp All Royals Practice Choreography and Practices All Dates and Times are subject to change Please look at for more information.

11 (to be turned in prior to tryouts) I PLEDGE TO FOLLOW THE DANCE TEAM CODE OF CONDUCT SET FORTH BY FRISCO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT. I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE GUIDELINES SET IN THE CODE OF CONDUCT AND WILL ADHERE. Student Signature Date I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE GUIDELINES SET IN THE CODE OF CONDUCT AND MY DAUGHTER WILL ADHERE. Parent Signature Date

12 FISD Dance Team Code of Conduct This information is located on the Royals website under the more tab!

13 Independence Royals Merit / Demerit System Guidelines Purpose: In order to be a productive and successful team, it is necessary that each team member be responsible to uphold a discipline system and code of conduct. The purpose of the merit / demerit system is to enhance our organization in a positive way by holding each team member accountable for team rules, policies and procedures. The merit / demerit system will be enforced at all times. Each team member is responsible for knowing, understanding and following the system. The Director is the person who will issue merits and demerits, but the officers will assist the Director in recording them. Merits and demerits will start being recorded once the new team is selected and will start over on the first day of school in the second semester. Merit System Guidelines: The merit system is designed to reward members for positive behavior. Opportunities to earn merits will be provided throughout the year by the Director. 1 merit will cancel out 1 demerit if merit is earned prior to receiving the demerit. Demerit System Guidelines: The demerit system is designed to hold members accountable for team rules, policies and procedures. Demerits may be cancelled out by earning merits. When receiving a demerit the member will have to complete 100 high kicks for each demerit as a form of cardiovascular rehabilitation. If a member accumulates 5 demerits she will be pulled from one performance at the director s discretion, parents will be notified and the parent and student will sign a written notice. Probation Guidelines: A member will be considered for three-week probation if she accumulates 10 demerits. The parents will be notified, a conference will be held with the parent and student, a written notice will be signed by the parent and student and the student will be benched from two performances. Removal from Independence Royals: A member will be considered for dismissal of the team if she accumulates 15 demerits, even if no removal from performances or probationary period has occurred. If a member is removed from the team, she will not be eligible to try out again unless she has permission from the director and principal. Drill Team Grade: The grade for drill team class will be determined by how many merits and demerits each member earns. A demerit is equal to 1 point taken off of the final six weeks grade. Example: If a member has 3 demerits, she will earn a 97 for the six weeks.

14 Independence Royals Merit / Demerit Compliance Form I am aware that as a member of the Independence Royals, my daughter (student name) will be required to adhere to the Independence merit / demerit system. I have read and understand the merit / demerit system guidelines and agree to support the system. I realize that upon the accumulation of her 15 th demerit, my daughter will be removed from the drill team and no refunds will be given. Parent s Signature Date Student s Signature Date Director s Signature Date

15 Independence Royals Demerit System: Attendance: Number of Demerits: Tardy to practice, performance or mandatory activity 1 for every 5 minutes Unexcused absence from practice or other mandatory activity 3-5 Leaving early without Director s permission 3-5 Unexcused absence from a performance 5 Attire: Number of Demerits: Wearing incorrect clothes/uniform 1 per piece Wearing nail polish for a performance 1 Wearing incorrect make up 1 Wearing incorrect hair 1 Wearing jewelry at practice or a performance 1 Wearing unpolished boots or shoes with holes for a performance 1 Wearing tights with runs in them for a performance 1 Wearing incorrect clothes for spirit days 1 Lending IHS Royal attire to a non-ihs Royal member 1 Conduct: Number of Demerits: Talking at inappropriate times 1 Forgetting to bring an item 1 Chewing gum 1 Using profanity 1 Using cell phone at inappropriate times 1 Not cheering at a pep rally/game or event that requires spirit 1 Not following instructions 1 Leaving a mess behind you 1 Eating in uniform 1 Missing a deadline 1 Visible tattoo 3 Negative social media posts 3-5 Physical displays of affection 3-5 Behavior that is disrespectful to a IHS Royal member/leader/booster 3-5 Behavior that is disrespectful to the Director 5 Behavior that is disrespectful to a teacher or administrator 5 Independence officer not issuing proper merits/demerits 5 Inappropriate/unladylike conduct 5-10 Infraction of School Rules: Number of Demerits: Being issued a detention 3 per detention Being assigned an office referral 5 per referral Being assigned Saturday school 5 per day assigned Being assigned ISS 5 per day assigned Suspension from school 15=dismissal from team ANY INFRACTION NOT LISTED ABOVE DIRECTOR S DISCRETION

16 DANCE TEAM MEDICAL RELEASE FORM FRISCO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Dance Team Medical Release Form to be turned in prior to tryouts Student's Name: School: Grade: I certify that is physically capable and able to fulfill requirements needed to be a dance team member. I understand that this form legally releases all obligations and responsibilities for the medical treatment of my daughter in the event of illness or injury during any squad related activity when either parent cannot be reached. If there is any physical or medical reason why she should not participate fully, the school requires a doctor's release. Furthermore, the school is not liable for any injury incurred during Dance Team. Parent(s) Signature: Date: MEDICAL TREATMENT PERMISSION FORM In the event of an emergency occurring while my daughter is on a school sponsored practice, performance, or trip. I grant my permission to the school and its employees to take whatever action necessary. In the event that I cannot be reached, I hereby authorize the school and/or its employees to give consent for my daughter, to receive medical treatment. Home Phone: Business Phone: Address: City: State: Zip: Person to be notified other than parent or guardian in an emergency: Name: Phone: Family Doctor: Phone: If you do not grant permission/authorization for consent to medical treatment, what procedure should be followed? Insurance Company: Policy # Parent(s) Signature: Date: Medical Information: Circle One Yes No Asthma Yes No Heart condition or disease Yes No Diabetes Yes No Convulsions disorder Yes No Allergic to medication Yes No Allergic to insect stings State allergies: Date of last tetanus shot: Additional medical information that might be helpful: Any medications currently receiving:

17 As part of its educational program, the Frisco Independent School District (FISD) has organized a variety of educational and learning activities and trips in which your child will have an opportunity to participate. These trips and activities are designed to benefit students by providing unique learning experiences and exposure to new and different people and places in a supervised setting. School personnel will keep you informed of the upcoming activities in which your child will have the opportunity to participate. I, the undersigned, the parent and/or legal guardian of the student identified below, a minor, hereby acknowledge that said minor is presently under my care, custody and control. I hereby give the student identified below my express permission to travel with school personnel on the educational enrichment activities and trips the school has planned and to participate in all scheduled activities involved in the trip or activity. I acknowledge that liability of FISD, the FISD Board of Trustees, and any agents, employees, representatives, insurers, successors and assignees of the entities just named, is narrowly defined and extremely limited by Texas law and local policy. INDEPENDENCE ROYALS STUDENT/PARENT AUTHORIZATION & RELEASE FOR OFF-CAMPUS ACTIVITES The Frisco Independent School District (FISD) offers a variety of learning activities at designated off-campus locations in which students will have an opportunity to participate. I hereby give permission for my daughter to participate in the various off-campus activities associated with the Frisco Dance/Drill Team program. I understand that FISD may not provide transportation to and from all activities. In the event that FISD does not provide such transportation, I further understand that I must provide transportation for my daughter as a condition of her participation in that activity. In consideration for allowing my daughter to participate in off-campus activities, I knowingly and voluntarily agree to assume full responsibility and assume all risk for any accident, loss, damage and injuries she may sustain as a result of or arising out of any aspect of the activity. Furthermore, I, on behalf of myself, my daughter named below, our respective family members and our respective heirs, legatees, executors, administrators and assignees, hereby agree to release, acquit, discharge and hold harmless FISD and FISD Board of Trustees and any agents, employees, representatives, insurers, successors and assignees of the entities just named from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, actions or causes of action, of whatever kind or character, whether known or unknown, whether arising out of federal, state or local statute or common law, including claims resulting from negligence, that I or my daughter may sustain arising out of any aspect of the off-campus activity, including, but not limited to, driving or riding to or from the off-campus activity. INDEPENDENCE ROYALS PARENT/GUARDIAN-STUDENT TRAVEL RELEASE & AGREEMENT I HAVE REVIEWED AND AGREE TO THE INFORMATION STATED ABOVE. I UNDERSTAND THE CONTENTS AND GIVE MY PERMISSION FOR MY DAUGHTER TO ATTEND DISTRICT AND OUT-OF-DISTRICT TRIPS, SCHOOL-SPONSORED, EXTRA- CURCULAR AND CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES. I UNDERSTAND THAT FRISCO ISD AND INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INJURIES AND MEDICAL COST FOR STUDENTS. I UNDERSTAND THAT ANY VIOLATION OF SET RULES WILL SUBJECT MY CHILD TO SUSPENSION FROM CLASS, EXPULSION FROM SCHOOL AND DISMISSAL FROM THE DANCE/DRILL TEAM ORGANIZATION. I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT ANY STUDENT VIOLATING THE CONDUCT RULES OF FRISCO ISD OR THE DANCE/DRILL TEAM ORGANIZATION WILL BE SENT HOME AT HER EXPENSE. X X Student Printed Name Student Signature Date X X Parent/Guardian Printed Name Parent/Guardian Signature Date

18 As an Independence High School Royal, the sponsors, principals, teachers, and community hold you to a high standard of behavior. This high standard of behavior includes the use of social media such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, etc. If you choose to use social media and post inappropriate pictures and/or printed material on your account (including but not limited to the use of cursing, bullying, drugs, alcohol, sexual conduct) you will be subject to consequences up to and including immediate suspension and/or removal from the team. The discipline will be decided by the director and administrator at the time of the offense. By signing this document, you agree that you understand the consequences of inappropriate online behavior. Parent Signature & Date Student Signature & Date

19 FRISCO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Inherent Risk Sheet INHERENT RISKS OF DANCE TEAM: Dance Team participation is reasonably safe as long as certain guidelines are followed, but there is the inherent risk of injury as in any athletic activity. Dance Team is an anaerobic/aerobic activity which includes jumping, stunting, motions, and tumbling. All physicals must be on file in the high school office before you may participate in practices and games. Keep your sponsor informed of all injuries and/or chronic conditions. Although the probability of injury is minimized if you practice correctly, there is always the possibility of one occurring. Injuries that can occur in Dance Team include, but are not limited to, the following: Blisters, muscle strains, ligament sprains, joints and muscle soreness, abrasions, contusions, stress fractures, broken bones, spinal cord injuries involving paralysis, and even death. However, if you take certain precautions, the possibility of such injuries will be largely decreased. BE SURE TO CONSISTENTLY ABIDE BY THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES: NEVER stunt or tumble unless a sponsor or sponsor's designee is present Always practice in the presence of a qualified teacher Always warm-up appropriately before dancing (practice and games) by jogging & stretching Do not attempt a stunt that you do not know how to perform safely and that has not been checked off by the teacher Always use attentive spotters when stunting Always dance in an area free from obstruction Always use mats or a grassy area when stunting during practice Do not stunt on uneven ground, wet surfaces, and concrete. Do not stunt in cold or rainy weather Never talk, laugh, mess around when performing a stunt Report all injuries to the coach as soon as they occur Follow all trainer and doctor recommendations Lift weights to increase strength and guard against injuries Always wear shoes and clothing appropriate for Dance Team Never wear jewelry of any kind of chew gum when dancing (practice and games) Always have your hair pulled back from your face and shoulders Eat nutritious meals and get plenty of rest Always ask for assistance or advice at any time I have read the preceding warning I thoroughly appreciate and understand the assumption of risks inherent in Dance Team participation I acknowledge that I am physically fit and am voluntarily participating in this activity STUDENT SIGNATURE PARENT SIGNATURE DATE

20 INDEPENDENCE VARSITY DRILL TEAM LINE TRYOUT SHEET Candidate Number Judge Initial Judge Number Image / Presence (10) Jazz Routine (40) Kick Routine (30) Right Split (10) Left Split (10) TOTAL (100) Criteria Comments Points

21 Please turn all 6 pages of your completed application packet to Ms. Shaver or the IHS front office by Friday, February 27 th at 4:10 p.m. Late packets will not be accepted. STUDENT NAME: NICKNAME (NAME YOU GO BY IF DIFFERENT): Attach Photo Here (Recent Close-up Shot) STUDENT ID: GRADE LEVEL FOR 15-16: BIRTHDAY (include year): T-SHIRT SIZE: S M L XL HOME ADDRESS: CITY, STATE, and ZIP CODE: FAMILY PHONE NUMBER: STUDENT PHONE NUMBER: STUDENT ADDRESS: MOTHER S NAME: MOTHER S WORK NUMBER: MOTHER S ADDRESS: FATHER S NAME: FATHER S WORK NUMBER: FATHER S ADDRESS:

22 We, the parents/guardians of,, grant our permission for her to audition for the Royals Drill Team. We have read and understand the FISD Drill Team Code of Conduct and the Merit/Demerit Guidelines. We agree to abide by all rules and regulations set forth by these documents. We also understand and agree to the consequences for breaking these rules and regulations. Furthermore, we understand that, if selected for the team, my daughter will be required to pay for her practice clothing, shoes, and game day attire. I further understand that this is an extracurricular activity and that attendance at all practices, games, and special functions are requirements of team membership. Finally, we understand the audition process. We agree and understand that the decision of the judges is final. Parent s Name: (Please Print) Parent s Signature: Date: I,, am choosing to audition for the Royals. I have read all guidelines included in this packet and the FISD Drill Team Code of Conduct and the Merit/Demerit Guidelines and agree to abide by all rules and regulations. I also understand and agree to the consequences for breaking these rules and regulations. If I am selected to the drill team, I understand that I am expected to uphold the standards set by the team and by FISD. Should I fail to meet these standards, I will be subject to disciplinary action. Finally, I understand the audition process. I agree and understand that the decision of the judges is final. Student s Name (Please Print) Student s Signature: Date:

23 Reminders: Please review the new team calendar and make sure you can meet these commitments. The following 9 forms/papers are due Friday, February 27 th no later than 4:10pm to Ms. Shaver or the IHS front office. STAPLED & in the following order: Application Form Royal Audition Signature Form Medical Release Form Drill Team Acknowledgement Form Merit/Demerit Form Social Media Contract Travel Release Form Inherent Risk Form FISD Physical Form ***SET UP YOUR DOCTOR S APPT. TO GET YOUR PHYSICAL ASAP SO YOU CAN GET THIS DONE AND NOT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT IT LATER!!!!!!*** You will not be able to participate in the tryout workshops unless you have a physical form complete and turned in by Friday February 27, 2015!!!