To Potential Cheerleaders and Parents:

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1 To Potential Cheerleaders and Parents: We would like to thank you for your interest in Mitchell Cheerleading. Attached you will find the paperwork that will need to be completed and turned in no later than Monday, June 24 th If you do not have all of your paperwork completed and on file, you will not be permitted to participate in tryouts. Please carefully review all of the information included in this packet and feel free to contact us if you have questions. High School Cheerleading is a VERY demanding and time-consuming sport that begins in June and does not finish until February. We take great pride in coaching our athletes to their absolute highest potential. While building personal skills in tumbling and cheerleading are important, we are most proud of the character, personal achievement, teamwork, commitment, and resiliency that our athletes gain while being a part of our program. Each student needs to seriously consider the amount of time, hard work and dedication involved with cheering for Mitchell High School before deciding to try out for a team. Per FHSAA regulations, you must have a minimum of a 2.0 G.P.A. (based on your cumulative G.P.A. for the last semester of the school year.) in order to be eligible for tryouts and participate in a sport. All 8 th graders coming to Mitchell must have a copy of your report card attached to your paper work. Tryouts are CLOSED to the public; there will be no exceptions! Tryouts will be held on Wednesday, June 26 th and Thursday, June 27 th from 6:00 PM 9:00 PM. You must wear a plain white t-shirt, black shorts, gym shoes, and socks. Please have your hair pulled back off of your face and NO jewelry. Students that make a team will receive an Friday morning. Team rosters will also be posted on the gymnasium doors after 11:00 AM on Friday. A general expense sheet for participation on the team is also included in this packet. A more detailed account of expenses will be provided for those who make the team. Please read this packet carefully. It will be required that a Parent or Guardian sign and return the agreement sheet before you will be allowed to participate in tryouts. Also, please note that students who make the team will need to attend a mandatory fitting for their uniform and camp wear on Friday, June 28 th at 6:00 PM. Following the fitting, there will be a mandatory parent meeting for those whose child makes a team at 7:00 p.m. We are looking forward to seeing you at tryouts. Please begin stretching, tumbling and getting into shape now! If you have any questions, please feel free to Coach jsreed@pasco.k12.fl.us Cheers and smiles J Jennifer Mitchell Head Cheerleading Coach jsreed@pasco.k12.fl.us

2 The following items are due no later than Monday, June 24 th at 4:00 PM. You may drop the packets off prior to this date! These should be turned in to the front office of Mitchell High School. Please ask the secretary to place the completed packet in to Jennifer Mitchell s mailbox. If any one of these items is missing, the student will be unable to participate in tryouts until the papers are submitted. Cheerleader Application Cheerleading Agreement o Signed by student and parent/guardian Medical information sheet Athletic Participation Form o This must be notarized! Physical o Must be signed by a medical professional o These are only valid for 1 year from the date the physical was received. Consent and Release from Liability Certificate General Information for Students and Parents Report card o Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher Attendance record printout o school year

3 Basic Information Name: Current Grade Level ( ): Address: Student #: Please check one of the following: I am trying out for. JV Only Varsity Only Either JV/Varsity Personal Information Address: City: State: FL Zip Code: Home Phone: Athlete s Cell: Mother s Name: Best Contact #: Father s Name: Best Contact #: I live with: Best Contact:

4 Below is a list of costs that are expected to be associated with Mitchell Cheerleading for the Season. In addition to the list below, Cheerleaders and their parents will be asked to participate in various fundraisers throughout the year in order to help with additional costs that are paid for through the program such as spirit items for pep rallies and homecoming activities, choreography and music for competitive routines, competition fees, end of year banquet, etc. 1. Athletic Participation fee: ($60.00) a. Due upon making the team 2. Competition fees: (TBD) 3. UCA Cheerleading Camp 7/29-7/31: ($355.00) a. Cheerleading camp is optional b. Price includes meals, lodging, & instruction 4. Camp/Practice clothes, personal uniform necessities a. This price will vary depending on the athlete and his/her needs An itemized list of all costs pertaining to cheer will be distributed at the parent meeting on June 28th for those who make a team. Parents need to bring their checkbook to the meeting because certain items must be paid immediately. Payment plans can be arranged, however you must contact Coach Mitchell to discuss this! Gym fees Family spirit wear (optional) Additional practice clothes (optional) Cheerleading bags (optional) Traveling expenses related to competitions Special senior activities (only applies to Seniors)

5 Please take a moment and read carefully to ensure that you fully understand the expectations of Mitchell High School Cheerleaders. After reading each item, both the prospective cheerleader and his or her parent will need to initial each item. You are s STUDENT FIRST and an athlete second. We believe as a Cheerleading program that all our athletes should strive for academic excellence in the classroom. Your education is your NUMBER ONE priority. SAFETY is of the utmost importance. In order to provide the safest environment we must all be working as a team and looking out for each other. While stunting you should be focused and serious. It is important to be aware of your surroundings when stunting and tumbling. You must follow the coach s instructions at all times. Failure to follow the established safety guidelines will result in possible loss of cheering time, suspensions or dismissal from the team (at the coach s discretion). All athletes are expected to comply with the rules set forth by the Pasco County School Board Student Code of Conduct and the rules mandated by the FHSAA. The rules associated with the student code of conduct can be found in the student planner, and the rules set forth by the FHSAA can be located at If an athlete has more than 3 unexcused absences during practices, games, or events. The first 2 infractions will result in interventions by the coach and the 3 rd infraction will result in dismissal from the team. An excused absence is limited to mandatory school functions for a grade, death in the family, or contagious illness (doctor s note must be provided). Missing practice for any reason other than the three listed previously will result in an unexcused absence. Unexcused absences include, but are not limited to: Too much homework / studying, unable to find a ride to practice, and/or work If the athlete is injured or sick and not contagious, they are required to attend practice, not participate. If you miss a practice (for any reason) during the week of competition, don t expect to compete! Any action deemed a serious violation that undermines the school or program warrants immediate dismissal. (OSS, Inappropriate Internet Usage, Cheating, any action unbecoming of a Mitchell Cheerleader, etc.) Respect yourself, parents, teachers, administrators, coaches, teammates, and classmates AT ALL TIMES! Inappropriate displays of behavior from parents can also result in removal of athletes from teams. This applies in all situations. Such situations include, but are not limited to: practices, performances and competitions. Profanity at school, during practices, games, events, or within the community does NOT represent Mitchell Cheerleading. Remember you are an ambassador for our school; please conduct yourself in a manner that represents our school in a positive light. I, (parent), and I, (athlete) understand, accept and agree to all of the terms and conditions within the JW Mitchell High School Evaluation Packet. / / / / Parent/Guardian s Signature Date Participant s Signature Date

6 Please take a moment to fill out the below information regarding your son/daughter to the best of your knowledge. Do you have any physical limitations? YES NO If yes, please list with explanation: Doctor: Phone #: Dentist: Phone #: Insurance Company: Policy #: Are you allergic to any medications? YES NO If yes, please list: Are you currently taking any medications? YES NO If yes, please list: Are you currently being treated for any injuries? YES NO If yes, please list: