Fairplay Middle School Cheerleading Information

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1 Fairplay Middle School Cheerleading Information We are so glad you ve shown an interest in cheerleading at Fairplay Middle School. This letter is to inform you of the primary responsibilities and obligations required of our cheerleaders and their parents/guardians. We hope that this will clear up any misunderstandings or surprises that may arise if your child is selected to be a cheerleader. We are bringing on a new coach for the cheer season. Mrs. Shannon Boss will be heading up the squad for basketball season and will be helping out some during football. Coach Griffin will be heading up the football season, and Coach Fuqua will be helping as needed. Practices during football season will be held 3 days a week until the routine is learned. After that, cheerleaders will practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays and games will be on Saturdays. Expect the first football game to be held at the end of August or first weekend in September. There will be a total of 7 games; play-offs will be the following two weekends after the regular season ends. Basketball will consist of one combined 7 th and 8 th grade squad this year. Practices will be two days a week until the routine is learned; then it will go down to 1 day a week near Christmas. Following Christmas break, there will be two day a week practices, then return to practice 1 day a week. There are two games a week for basketball. Typically they are played on Tuesdays and Fridays, though there are some Thursday games. The season begins just before Thanksgiving break and continues through the first week of February. Cheerleaders are expected to be at ALL games and practices. If a cheerleader is not present in school on the day of practice or a game, they are not permitted to participate in after school activities. The expectations of a cheerleader are extremely high. Grades and conduct are checked at progress reports and report cards, unless the need arises to check more often. In which case, each student will receive a progress sheet for each week. Cheerleaders are expected to maintain a C average to remain a part of the squad. Conduct is just as important as the grade standard and must always be satisfactory. Cheerleaders are expected to be role models as well as exemplary students. As leaders of our school, the chosen cheerleaders should promote school spirit, sportsmanship, and display proper conduct at all times before, during and after the season. There is also a considerable financial responsibility involved. Each squad member is responsible for the cost of their uniform, shoes, warm up suit, camp fees and additional items such as socks, bloomers, etc. Prices for each item will be discussed. There will be fundraisers to help alleviate other costs. The total expense for the year should be a fixed cost and we should not ask for additional monies throughout the year. We hope your future cheerleader s experience with FMS is a positive one. Thank you in advance for your support and cooperation. Adrienne Griffin Shannon Boss Alison Fuqua

2 Registration Information Registration will be held on Monday, May 22 nd from 3:40 to 4:15PM in the gym lobby. Workshop will start at 4:20PM to 6PM. Parents do NOT need to be present for registration. Workshops will be held on Monday, May 22 nd through Wednesday, May 24 th.. Each day, tryouts will begin after school and end promptly at 6PM. Tryouts will be held on Thursday, May 25 th at 3:30 p.m. until all tryouts are complete (usually around 6:30 p.m.). Rides should be here no later than 6:30 PM. Participants may leave once they have completed their tryouts. Please note that the 25 th is a ½ day for students. You will need to make sure you have appropriate transportation arranged for your student. WORKSHOP/TRYOUT REQUIREMENTS 1. Students must register on Monday in order to participate in workshops and tryouts. 2. Students must bring a copy of their recent/active physical to the registration. Please make sure that ALL pages have been completed and signed. 3. Students must be academically eligible to tryout (More than 1 failing grade will result in ineligibility). 4. Students must wear a plain white shirt, sports bra, *solid colored shorts, socks and tennis shoes or cheer shoes. Hair must be worn up and out of the face. ABSOLUTELY NO GUM, JEWELRY OR CELL PHONES!!!! *Upcoming 7 th grade students should wear orange or light colored shorts. Upcoming 8 th grade students should wear blue or dark colored shorts. Criteria All tryout participants will be judged based upon the following criteria: 1. Overall attitude/effort 2. Cheering ability (individual/group) 3. Spirit enthusiasm 4. Dance routine 5. Voice 6. Required jumps 7. Faculty evaluation/recommendation (grades/conduct) **Tumbling is not a requirement, but it is recommended** Please be aware that attendance is MANDATORY at all workshops in order to be eligible to tryout. All activities will be conducted in the school gym NO PARENTS/GUARDIANS/VISITORS ALLOWED DURING WORKSHOPS OR TRYOUTS!!!

3 Additional Cheerleading Dates If your child is selected to be a part of the Jaguar Cheerleading, it is MANDATORY that they attend the following events: Tuesday, May 30 Cheerleader and Parent Meeting/Uniform Fitting 3:30-5:00 p.m. fittings 5:00 p.m. meeting begins Important information for the year will be given out. Cheerleaders will complete a fitting so that uniforms, warm ups, etc. can be ordered and arrive in time for the beginning of school. Cheer fees will also be due at this time. Any fittings not completed prior to the meeting can be completed afterwards. July 17-19, 2017 Cheer Camp ALL cheerleaders must attend camp. Not only is this an important team building time, but cheers, stunts and routines for the year will also be taught.

4 Cheer Fee Estimate for Fairplay Cheerleading Prices may change based on numbers and availability. A finalized cost will be announced at tryouts. Item Cost Uniform and Apparel Items Cheer Uniform Shell $74.00 Cheer Uniform Skirt $39.00 Crop Top $20.00 Boy-cut Brief $10.00 Cotton t-shirt with print $8.00 cheer shorts $20.00 Tank top with print $13.00 Motion Bra Top $13.00 Cheer Bow (x2) $10.00 Cheer bag $37.00 Warm Ups (with name) $75.00 Total 1 $ with discount (20%) $ Leggings $22.00 Pom-Poms $20.00 Shoes (2 pair) $ Total 1 $ with discount (20%) Additional Costs anticipated fees/expenses $30.00 additional custom bow $15.00 Camp fees (per cheerleader) $ Banquet Fee (covers one banquet) $20.00 music for routines (per cheerleader) $25.00 Total 3 $ Cheerleader Total: $717.20

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