1 Alexandria Senior High School Checklist for Pomline Membership Include this checklist in your paperwork packet. ATTENDANCE OF AT LEAST ONE PARENT/GUARDIAN AT PARENT MEETING Monday, February 26th, at 5:30 PM in the ASH Cafeteria Prospective Pomline Members and Parents are REQUIRED to attend. SEVEN TEACHER EVALUATIONS (Enrichment teacher not eligible for evaluations) Evaluations must be submitted NO LATER THAN 2:30PM THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2015. Teacher evaluations will be submitted to Mrs. Kelly or Mrs. Norman or school office by teachers ONLY. Evaluations submitted by any party other than a teacher will be invalid. Parents turning in teacher evaluations make the scores invalid! GPA and Clean Discipline Record Currently has a minimum GPA 0f 2.0 No OSS and no more than 1 ISS for 2014-2015 Academic Year and will continue into new year The following items must be submitted by Thursday, March 5, 2015 by 5:30 pm: TRYOUT APPLICATION COPY OF LATEST REPORT CARD (2nd Quarter AND 3rd Quarter Progress Report) COPY OF BIRTH CERTIFICATE CONSTITUTION AND DEMERIT SYSTEM AGREEMENT FORM PARENTAL CODE OF CONDUCT FINANCIAL OBLIGATION FORM MEDIA RELEASE FORM CELL PHONE CONTACT PERMISSION SLIP LHSAA SUBSTANCE ABUSE-MISUSE FORM A current physical will also be necessary in order to join the team. You may choose to include this last in the packet or wait until the free physical date TBA. *ALL ITEMS listed above MUST be submitted TOGETHER and in the ORDER LISTED ABOVE in a 9x12 Mailing Envelope or manila folder!!! Write your (student) First and Last Name on the outside of the envelope. Note: Failure to submit ANY of the items above by the indicated deadline may result in the candidate not being permitted to join the team. (March 5 is also a payment date; application may be turned in along with payment.)
2 Please neatly print the following information: Alexandria Senior High School Pomline Application Name of Parent/Guardian: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Candidate s Name: Date of Birth: Current Grade Level: Address: Street City, State Zip Code E-Mail Address of Parent/Guardian: By providing my signature below, I certify that all of the information contained in this application is accurate. I have reviewed the Checklist for a Pomline Membership and understand that failure to submit or accomplish any item by the due date will result in a candidate not being eligible to participate or demerits. Furthermore, I understand that teacher evaluations are confidential and may not be reviewed by any party other than the coaches and the ASH administration. I have also read the ASH Pomline Constitution and Demerit System, and I fully understand and agree to comply with the rules, regulations, and expectations of the organization. Applicant s Signature Date Parent/Guardian Signature Date
3 Troyan Constitution 2015 2016
4 Table of Contents Philosophy and Purpose... Page 5 Membership and Eligibility Requirements....Page 5 Membership Requirements and Tryout Guidelines for Cheerleaders & Troydolls... Page 6 Membership Requirements for Pom Squad... Page 7 Membership Requirements for Mascot... Page 8 Duties of Troyans: Cheerleaders... Page 8 Troydolls... Pages 8-9 Pom Squad... Page 9 Mascot... Page 9 Performance Eligibility... Page 9 Competitions... Page 10 General Conduct/Attendance Expectations and Consequences... Pages 10-11 Uniforms... Pages 11-12 Financial Duties and Responsibilities... Page 12 Lettering... Page 12 Captains/Officers... Page 13 Executive Committee and Constitutional Interpretation/Changes... Page 13
5 I. PHILOSOPHY AND PURPOSE The purpose of the Troyan organization is to promote school spirit, loyalty to Alexandria Senior High School, and pride in being a Trojan. Members are representatives of Alexandria Senior High School and are expected to maintain appropriate behavior at all times, both in and out of uniform. The Troyan organization is comprised of the Cheerleaders, Troydolls, Pomline, Flagline and Mascot. II. MEMBERSHIP AND ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS A. Membership Any student of Alexandria Senior High School is eligible for membership in Troyans if he/she meets the following requirements: 1. Must meet the academic requirements of the LHSAA: a. Must have at least a 2.0 GPA b. Must be currently passing enough courses to earn at least six (6) units 2. Must not have had any out-of-school suspensions or more than one in-school suspension during the current school year 3. Must be in good health. Troyans may not be pregnant and must not have a recurring illness or injury. Each Troyan must participate in the medical release checkup each year. 4. Must carry school insurance 5. Must participate in clinic prior to tryouts 6. Must have no outstanding school debts, including Troyan debts 7. Candidates must obtain character references from all current teachers. Cheerleaders and Troydolls must obtain an evaluation from the coach of the Troyan organization of which the candidate has been a member. A copy of the student s current schedule should be submitted with the tryout application (may be obtained from PowerSchool). 8. Troyans of the current school year must be in good standing (no debts or major discipline problems) within the Troyan organization in order to try out for any of the Troyan teams. 9. Transfer Students: a. Students transferring from another school prior to Troyan tryouts must have met equal membership requirements at previous school in order to be eligible for the upcoming tryout. b. Students transferring from another school after Troyan tryouts have occurred must abide by the guidelines specified by the LHSAA. B. Eligibility: 1. Academic Requirements: Must meet all academic eligibility requirements of the LHSAA, which includes maintaining a 2.0 GPA and passing enough courses to earn six (6) units. a. Academic eligibility will be checked at the end of each semester. Additionally, grades will be monitored by coaches each grading period. b. Troyans may be required to turn in progress reports and/or report cards to coaches when they are issued. 2. Disciplinary Requirements: a. Troyans must not attain any out-of-school suspensions or more than one in-school suspension during each academic year of membership. 3. Health Requirements: a. Troyans must not be pregnant and may not have a recurring illness or injury.
6 III. 4. Failure to maintain eligibility requirements will result in the Troyan being dismissed from the organization. MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS AND TRYOUT GUIDELINES FOR CHEERLEADERS & TROYDOLLS A. General Membership Requirements: 1. Must be entering 10 th, 11 th, or 12 th grade for the next school year 2. Must have been a member in good standing of the Troyan organization 3. Must meet Troyan requirements for membership B. Tryouts for Cheerleaders and Troydolls will be held during the same week of the spring semester. Tryout dates will be announced and information provided at Alexandria Senior High School. C. All candidates must complete required paperwork, pay judges fee, and attend tryout clinic in order to try out. If a candidate must miss the clinic, the student must have approval from the coach at least 48 hours prior to the beginning of the first day of the clinic. Absences will only be approved for school-related functions, personal illness, and death in the family. A doctors note will be required for absences due to illness. D. Tryout clinic and tryouts are closed to all spectators, including family members, friends, and other teachers. E. Candidates will be informed of appropriate attire for tryouts and will not be allowed to try out unless they meet requirements. F. A parent meeting will be held prior to tryouts to discuss expectations, finances, rules and guidelines, and other pertinent information. All candidates must attend with at least one parent/guardian. G. Candidates and their parent(s)/guardian(s) must be willing to adhere to all rules and guidelines, as well as financial requirements. Contracts will be signed by both parties prior to tryouts and kept on file. H. Candidates will be evaluated by a panel of impartial, qualified judges. They will be identified by number only to the judges. Numbers will be assigned during the tryout clinic. I. Judging Criteria for Cheerleaders: Skills Demonstration Jumps Standing Tumbling Running Tumbling Routine Projection/Voice Attitude/Personality Motions/Sharpness Dance Memory Cheer Memory Teacher/Coach Evaluations 10 points 10 points 10 points 10 points 10 points 10 points 10 points 10 points 10 points
7 TOTAL 90 points J. Judging Criteria for Troydolls: Overall Appearance Fundamentals Full Splits Second Leap Leg Lifts Double Turn Grand Jete Choice of listed Routines Projection Kick Height & Posture Jazz Technique Rhythm & Coordination Memory Teacher/Coach Evaluations TOTAL 5 points 10 points 5 points 5 points 5 points 5 points 5 points 10 points 10 points 15 points 10 points 15 points 10 points 110 points K. How squad selections are made: 1. Candidates scores are tallied by a math teacher unaffiliated with tryouts. Candidates are ranked from highest scores to lowest scores. Major breaks in scores are noted. The judges and coach, using their discretion, may select any number of squad members using breaks in the scores. Squad selections will be approved by ASH administration. 2. Once squad members have been selected, their candidate numbers will be posted. 3. Concerns about squad selections should be directed to ASH administration. 4. Scores will be kept on file at Alexandria Senior High School. 5. Candidates can see their scores by making an appointment with an administrator no sooner than ten days but no later than thirty days after team selections are made. No one other than the candidate whose scores are being viewed and the administrator is allowed to be present. No copies of the score sheets will be made. IV. MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS AND SELECTION GUIDELINES FOR POM SQUAD A. All students entering 9 th 12 th grades who meet Troyan membership and eligibility requirements may join Pom Squad. B. Pom Squad recruitment will occur within the same month of Cheerleader and Troydoll tryouts. C. All candidates must complete required paperwork and have it turned in by the assigned deadline. D. If applicable, all Troyan debts from the previous school year must be paid.
E. A parent meeting will be held to discuss expectations, finances, rules and guidelines, and other pertinent information. All candidates must have at least one parent/guardian in attendance. F. Candidates and their parents/guardians must be willing to adhere to all rules and guidelines, as well as financial requirements. Contracts will be signed by both parties and kept on file. V. MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS AND TRYOUT GUIDELINES FOR MASCOT A. General Membership Requirements: 1. Must be a student entering 11 th 12 th grades for the next school year. 2. Must meet Troyan requirements for membership and be able to attend summer camp with the Cheerleaders. B. Tryout Guidelines: 1. Tryouts for Mascot will be held after Cheerleader, Troydoll, and Pom Squad tryouts. 2. Mascot candidates will try out before the Troyans. They will be chosen by majority vote cast by secret ballot. 3. Candidates will wear the Mascot costume to try out and will only be identified by a number. 1. Routine: Candidates will create a routine of 30 seconds or less to music preapproved by at least two members of the Troyan Executive Committee. They may add clothing items to the costume and use no more than one prop. 2. Chants: Candidates will learn and perform at least 3 chants with the Cheerleaders. 3. Fight Song: Candidates will learn and perform the fight song with the Cheerleaders. 8 VI. DUTIES OF TROYANS A. Cheerleaders: 1. Must abide by all school rules and the Troyan Constitution at all times, while in and out of uniform 2. Cheer at all designated athletic and community events, including playoffs 3. Participate in all competitions designated by the coach 4. Plan and conduct all pep rallies 5. Make signs and banners to support ASH students and events 6. Attend summer camp 7. Attend and actively participate in all practices 8. As a team, enroll in and regularly attend a gymnastics program chosen by the coach 9. Teach chants and traditions to Pom Squad 10. Participate in all designated fundraising activities 11. Attend and participate in all other Troyan functions and meetings as designated by the coach 12. Be able to take athletic P.E. during school if it is available 13. Participate in community service activities as designated by coach or administration B. Troydolls: 1. Must abide by all school rules and the Troyan Constitution at all times, while in and out of uniform
9 2. Dance at all designated athletic and community events, including (but not limited to) pep rallies, halftime shows at varsity football games, and home district basketball games 3. Attend and actively participate in all practices 4. Attend summer camp 5. Participate in all designated fundraising activities 6. Attend and participate in all other Troyan functions and meetings as designated by the coach 7. Teach band routines to Pom Squad 8. Be able to take athletic P.E. during school if it is available 9. Participate in community service activities as designated by coach or administration C. Pom Squad: 1. Must abide by all school rules, and the Troyan Constitution at all times, while in and out of uniform 2. Cheer/Dance at all designated athletic and community events, including playoffs 3. Attend and actively participate in all practices 4. Attend summer clinic 5. Participate in all designated fundraising activities 6. Attend and participate in all other Troyan and functions and meetings as designated by the coach 7. Be able to take athletic P.E. during school if it is available 8. Assist Cheerleaders and/or Troydolls in participating in community service activities designated by coach or administration D. Mascot: 1. Must abide by all school rules and the Troyan Constitution at all times, while in and out of uniform 2. Prepare skits, routines, and costumes for pep rallies 3. Attend pep rally practices 4. Attend summer camp with Cheerleaders 5. Dress out for all pep rallies, varsity football games, and home district basketball games 6. Perform chants and band routines with Cheerleaders during games 7. Mingle with the crowd during games VII. PERFORMANCE ELIGIBILITY A. The coach has the right to conduct an audition prior to each performance. Those members who have not mastered the material may be pulled from the routine for the upcoming event. B. Troyans with excessive absences leading up to a routine may also be pulled from the routine. C. If a Troyan is not performing the specific routine for one event, she/he may still be eligible for the performance at a later date given that the routine is mastered by the next performance of the specified routine. D. Any member not performing is still expected to attend the event in full dress, actively participate and engage herself/himself in sideline or stand routines, and maintain a positive attitude. E. Not attending the event the Troyan is pulled from will be considered boycotting the event, and consequences will be given.
10 VIII. COMPETITIONS A. The competition team for any Troyan squad will be chosen by the coach of each respective team. The coach will choose competition team members from existing members of the Troyan organization. B. The coach has the right to limit participation of team members in competitions. For example: All team members may not perform in all routines at the LA State Competition or National Competition. Limitations may occur because individual skill levels are not up to overall team standards. Limitation decisions are final and not subject to questioning. C. The coach will choose both the competitions and divisions in which the team will participate. IX. GENERAL CONDUCT/ATTENDANCE EXPECTATIONS AND CONSEQUENCES A. General Expectations: 1. Follow all school rules, the Alexandria Senior High School Student Handbook, and the Discipline Management Plan of the Rapides Parish School Board 2. Be respectful of coaches, administration, faculty members, other school organizations, and other students at all times 3. Will not commit any act or deed that harms the reputation of the school and/or team, including (but not limited to) inappropriate Internet behavior and postings 4. Set a positive example of school spirit for other students to follow 5. Be willing to sacrifice personal gain/wants for good of squad/school as a whole 6. Be punctual: Arrive prior to the starting times for events. Consult squad calendar for upcoming events. 7. Be responsible: Come prepared for practices and events. Make payments on time. Know what the rules are and follow them. Know when games and practices are and what to wear. 8. Wear uniforms/hair appropriately and as designated by coaches. Come dressed fully for practices, games, and pep rallies. 9. Travel to and from events using transportation approved by the coach 10. A Troyan may participate in other school sports. It is the responsibility of the Troyan, not the coaches, to keep all coaches informed and attempt to work out any conflicts. B. Conduct at Games/Pep Rallies: 1. Show good sportsmanship at all times, including attitude, actions, and words 2. Do everything as a squad, a team (including during halftime) 3. Get permission from coach before leaving field/court or stands, including when using restroom 4. Will not talk with spectators/fans during game/pep rally 5. Follow instructions of captains, co-captains, and coaches 6. Will pay attention to game/pep rally and not talk when you should be cheering or dancing 7. Will not eat or drink while in uniform, unless given permission by coaches 8. Keep poms/bags/megaphones/warm-ups neat and organized 9. Return to assigned position in stands/on sideline at the time designated by the coach C. Attendance:
1. A Troyan who expects to be absent for an event must clear it with the coach at least 48 hours prior to the event. 2. Cheerleaders and Troydolls should never leave campus without informing the coach. 3. Troyans must be present at school on game day, as well as the day following a Troyan event. 4. Troyans must attend all pep rally practices in order to perform in that pep rally. Excused absences are not an exception to this rule. 5. If a Troyan has an excuse from a doctor not to perform, she is still required to be present and in uniform at all practices and events. 6. It is the responsibility of the Troyan, not the parent/guardian, to inform the coach (not the captains/officers) about an absence. A Troyan should never have anyone else tell the coach why she is not at a designated practice or event. 7. The following absences are excused and should be cleared by the coach: a. Illness b. Family emergencies c. School-related activities *Note: Doctor s appointments (routine health, vision, dental, orthodontic, etc.), family reunions, births, vacations, weddings, etc. are not considered excused. 8. Missing a practice or event without prior 48 hour notification (including phone calls the day of practice/event), or an unexcused absence from practice for any reason, will result in consequences. 9. If a member misses practice, for any reason (excused or unexcused), he/she is expected to know all missed material before the next scheduled practice. D. Consequences: Failure to meet any of the above-mentioned expectations will result in the Troyan being disciplined by the coach. Disciplinary actions may include (but are not limited to) demerits, suspensions, punishment exercises, and dismissal from the team. 1. The coach works with the team and acts in the best interest of the team. All decisions are final and are to be respected and upheld by all parties involved. 2. Should the coach choose to use a demerit discipline system, he/she makes all final decisions and assigns all demerits. Demerits, as well as merits, are the responsibility of the coach. 3. Members experiencing problems should work with the coach to finding suitable solutions. 11 X. UNIFORMS A. Each team member will purchase and wear the regulation uniforms. He/She should arrive at Troyan functions fully dressed and ready to go with hair done and uniform on correctly. B. The selection of the uniform will be determined by the coach with the administrator s approval. C. Uniforms are to be worn correctly at all times. D. The care of each Troyan s uniform should be excellent at all times. E. No jewelry is to be worn at practice or in uniform. This includes (but is not limited to) watches, rings, bracelets, necklaces, chokers, earrings, anklets, and any other body piercing.
This is for safety purposes and for squad uniformity. Captains may wear watches. (AACCA, NFHS, UCA/UDA guidelines). Troydolls may wear coach-approved earrings. Hair color should be natural, in accordance with the school handbook. Troyans should have naturally-colored, short nails for safety. 12 F. Cheerleaders/Pom Squad members must wear their hair in a ponytail on the back of the head at Troyan functions, including practices, games and pep rallies. Proper bows/ribbons should be worn. Hair should be completely pulled back out of the face, with the exception of bangs. Troydolls should wear their hair pulled out of the face and in the style designated by the coach while at Troyan functions. G. In the event of cold or wet weather, Troyans will wear regulation bodyliners, warm-ups, and/or rain gear. Other items may be approved at the discretion of the coaches. H. Uniform shoes are to be worn at all times with uniform. Cheerleaders and Pomline must wear white no-show socks. I. Troyans will purchase camp clothes that will be worn for summer camp and practices throughout the year. XI. FINANCIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES A. All Troyans are responsible for payment of all designated items. B. Mandatory fundraisers will be held as deemed necessary to pay for bus trips, private coaching, competition, and other events. C. Parent(s)/guardian(s) will receive an estimated expense list prior to tryouts and must sign a financial obligation contract in order for their child to participate. XII. LETTERING A. A Troyan will letter after completing two (2) consecutive years in Cheerleading, Troydolls, Pom Squad, or a combination of the three. B. A $100 deposit must be made for a letter jacket when ordered. C. Troyans will not receive letter jackets until paid in full. D. Troyans entering non-participation status or missing several events may affect lettering eligibility. E. Troyan coach approval must be given in order to letter.
13 XIII. CAPTAINS/OFFICERS A. Selections of captains/officers will be made by the coaches with input from the squad members. There will be an application process for Troyans interested in serving in leadership positions. Captain/officer selections will be made within one month after tryouts. B. Troydoll officers will be chosen in a separate tryout process. Each candidate must be a returning member and will be evaluated in the following way: 1. Original routine 2. Sponsor Panel Interview 3. Score earned at team tryouts 4. Sponsor Ranking 5. Team vote C. Duties of Captains and Officers: 1. Carry out the instructions of coaches/administration 2. Notify team members about practice times, game schedules, and what uniforms to wear 3. Notify coach of any violations of Troyan Constitution/school rules 4. Set an example for the squad in attitude and behavior 5. Act as a spokesperson for the team 6. Be the first one to arrive at, and the last one to leave, all practices and events 7. Responsible for needed materials (stereo, music, signs, etc.) XIV. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AND CONSTITUTIONAL INTERPRETATION/CHANGES A. The Troyan Executive Committee is comprised of the following persons: 1. Duane Urbina: Principal, Alexandria Senior High School 2. Ollie McGhee: Curriculum Coordinator, Alexandria Senior High School 3. Alicia Wolff: Coach, Alexandria Senior High School Cheerleaders 4. Rebecca Weeks: Coach, Alexandria Senior High School Cheerleaders 5. Kathryn Ellis: Coach, Alexandria Senior High School Cheerleaders 6. Lindsay Herr-Green: Coach, Alexandria Senior High School Troydolls 7. Faith Kelly: Coach, Alexandria Senior High School Pom Squad 8. Carlee Norman: Coach, Alexandria Senior High School Pom Squad B. With Troyans, most discipline decisions will be left to the discretion of the Troyan coaches. If assistance is desired by the coaches, the decision will be referred to the executive committee. C. If an issue is not covered by the Troyan Constitution, the Alexandria Senior High School Student Handbook and the Discipline Management Plan of the Rapides Parish School Board will be used as guides to handle it. D. Portions of this constitution may be changed or interpreted at the discretion of the Troyan coaches and ASH administration. The Troyan Constitution may not be officially changed without the approval of the executive committee.
14 ASH Pomline Demerit Guidelines The demerit system is a method that establishes structure and discipline within the squad. It holds the member responsible for her/his actions and helps maintain a dedicated squad. The following are reasons for demerits and the consequences that will follow. Reasons: 1 demerit A member will receive one demerit if she/he arrives tardy to practice or a game, is not appropriately dressed and ready to practice on time, does not observe the no cell phone rule, does not observe the nail length rule, or does not observe the no jewelry rule. 2 demerits A member will receive two demerits if she/he is absent from practice or a game without either a written doctor s excuse or a note from another school sponsored activity leader PRIOR to the absence. If the member is absent from school for the entire day because of illness she/he is automatically excused, given the school receives a doctor s note. If the member is not picked up from event/game/practice within 15 minutes of end time, he/she will receive demerits. 3 demerits A member will receive demerits for inappropriate and/or disrespectful behavior at the sponsor s discretion. Consequences: Every 2 demerits Every 2 demerits received will result in running. The team is dependent on all members being present and behaving correctly. Any time one member is unreliable, the whole team is affected. 5 demerits The accumulation of five demerits will result in a one-game suspension. Practices and all other Troyans activities (wearing uniform to school, travel with team, etc.) will still be required but the member will be benched at the next game. 10 demerits The accumulation of ten demerits will result in permanent suspension from the team. ** All demerits are accumulated and will not be erased from a member s record. At the start of a new school year all demerits from the previous year will be erased. **Note: The only excusable absences from practice or events are 1) illness (must have been absent from school for illness for the entire day if it is a school day) and 2) other school-sponsored event. The member MUST still bring a doctor s or school activity sponsor s note to the next practice and MUST also notify the sponsor ahead of time.
15 Alexandria Senior High Pom Squad Demerit System Explanation: The purpose of pomline is to perform and cheer at all football games (home and away), home basketball games, and home and away playoff games as specified. Troyans are expected to act according to certain standards as they are considered a positive reflection and credit to Alexandria Senior High. Demerits will be given by the squad sponsor when deemed necessary. The demerit system is a method that establishes structure and discipline. It holds the member responsible for her actions and helps maintain a dedicated squad. Why we have demerit system: To set expectations for ourselves To teach one s responsibility to a group To help individuals realize consequences of their actions To help create a unified group Overview: Demerits will be calculated on a yearly basis. At the beginning of each year, each Troyan should be able to start over with a blank slate provided she has either made up demerits and/or fully realized the consequences of her actions/inactions which is subject to sponsor and/or administrative approval. Demerits will not carry over from one year to the next. Squad members and their parents will be informed by the sponsor every 4 ½ weeks with an account of the accumulated or demerit(s). Demerits will be given out as deemed necessary. Troyans will always be aware of how many demerits he/she has and why he/she has accumulated that number. After a Troyan has accumulated five (5) demerits, he/she will be placed on probation. Pomline members are allowed ten (10) demerits each. Upon receiving your tenth (10 th ) demerit, the Troyan will be considered for dismissal. The sponsor and/or school administration ultimately reserve the authority to make this decision. Please note that the rules that follow are general guidelines for all pomline members. Failure to comply with any of the following may result in the specified number of demerits and may at times require judgment calls to be made. These decisions will be left up to the sponsor and/or school administration. General Rules: Each Troyan is required by Alexandria Senior High to have and maintain a 2.0 GPA throughout the school year. If a Troyan falls below the required GPA, she will be placed on a probationary period until the next grading period or until proper documentation is shown to the sponsor; if her grades do not improve after the next two grading periods, she will be dismissed from the squad. Probation requires the squad member to attend all practices and games but will not be allowed to cheer. Each Troyan will respond to all sponsor s and faculty member s directions. The sponsor has a zero-tolerance policy for those who choose to disrespect and show disregard for those in authority. Troyans will respect each other. No bickering, arguing, cursing, or rude behavior will be tolerated. Each Troyan will follow Rapides Parish s alcohol and drug policy at ALL times. All Troyans will be expected to follow all Alexandria Senior High School and Rapides Parish rules and regulations.
16 If a Troyan is put in ISS or suspended, she will be put on probation for the next game. The Troyan will have to dress in full uniform, but will sit with the sponsor. No pictures or videos that include a Troyan involved in any questionable activity will be allowed on internet sites such as Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. If a web page or website is found to have inappropriate content, the Troyans will be apprehended as the sponsor and/or administration sees fits and will possibly be removed from the squad. Practice: Troyans will possibly have after school practices for performances and competition. Times and dates will vary due to holidays, meetings, etc. Members will be given practice date in advance. Squad members must be at school ½ day in order to be eligible to attend practices and games. Troyans must wear appropriate clothing to practices. Hair must be up and secured out of the face. No chewing gum. Cell phones will not be allowed during practice. This includes talking on a cell phone and text messaging!!! Troyans must be dressed and on time to practice. If a Troyan is more than 10 minutes late to practice, she will be given a demerit. Troyans must not leave practice before practice is over without permission from the sponsor. If member is not picked up from practice within 15 minutes of practice ending, the member will receive demerit. Games, Pep Rallies, Fundraisers, and other school designated activities: Troyans must be in correct/complete uniform when time to perform. Hair must be up and secured out in your face with a bow. No jewelry of ANY kind may be worn. This includes any type of body piercing. Troyans are not allowed to talk on a cell phone or text message during a game. Only at halftime can Troyans use cell phones. The sponsor will also notify the squad when it is time to call for a ride home. Troyans should ask permission to answer phone calls from their parents during any other portion of the game. No cursing or rude behavior will be tolerated to another Troyan or any other person present. Troyans will bring appropriate items upon arrival. (Pom-poms, raincoat, jacket) Each Troyan will show respect during the National Anthem and prayer. No excessive talking amongst Troyans during the game, timeouts, etc. Failure to comply with this rule may result in a demerit. Pay attention to the game and to the cheerleaders leading the crowd. Troyans should remain in assigned seating until the end of the game. Squad members will keep area clean or will not get to go on the field for the alma mater. Troyans will be present in the bleachers and in correct seating chart 2 minutes before half-time ends at football and basketball games. Uniforms: Uniforms are to be kept clean and in good condition. Alterations, cleanings, etc. are the responsibility of the member and must be done in a timely manner (1 week). Ill-fitting or stained (dirty) uniform is not a valid reason for absence from practices or games. Members will be required to attend functions and sit with the sponsor until repairs/cleanings are completed. Troyans are required to wear uniforms on game days (Fridays). Failure to wear uniform will result in demerits.
17 Troyans will not wear her uniform to a non-school function unless authorized by the sponsor. Transportation: According to RPSB policy, all TROYANS will ride TO and FROM away games on the bus with the team and sponsors. Attendance: Attendance is required at all meetings, work sessions, camps, and practices. Doctor s excuses, relative/family funerals, and school functions will be excused, but the excuse must be presented to the sponsor within two (2) days of returning to school. The sponsor and/or school administration reserves the right to make exceptions to the attendance policy. TROYANS will be allowed three (3) unexcused absences per year. After the 3 rd unexcused absence, the Troyans will be dismissed from the squad. TROYANS will be dismissed immediately if they attended a required game not wearing uniform (not intending to be a TROYAN). Exceptions- Homecoming Court If a member is put in ISS or suspended on a game day, according to Alexandria Senior High school policy, she is not allowed to attend the game.
18 Alexandria Senior High Pomline Constitution and Demerit System Agreement Form By signing below, you are agreeing to having read and understood the team rules, policies, and guidelines as set forth in the constitution. You also agree to the demerit system, and its enforcement of consequences. This form must be signed and turned in with application packet. Student Name (printed) Student Signature Date Parent Signature Date
Alexandria Senior High Pomline Parent Code of Conduct Parents are one of the biggest and most important influences in a child s life. In order to have a successful team, it is vital that parents support, honor, and encourage all team endeavors through their words and actions. Please initial each statement, sign below, and include in your application packet. Your initials acknowledge your understanding of each guideline. Also, any person acting as a guardian (stepparent, grandparent, etc.) is also expected to behave in accordance with this policy at all team sponsored events. Because pomline will have year round events, parents will spend a great deal of time with this activity. Parents and Coaches must have a mutual respect towards each other at all times. Although differences of opinions may arise at times, it is imperative that the parents and coaches continue to be the adults in every situation. *A respectful discussion can occur once the event has ENDED and the team is dismissed. This is out of respect for the team members. Parents must recognize that the Coach has the final say as to whether or not your child will participate in performances with the team. Just as we expect our dancers to uphold good sportsmanship and character, so too must the parents representing our team. All parents/guardians or those persons acting on behalf of any pomline member (including but not limited to step-parents, grandparents, etc.) are expected to be mindful of their words and actions while representing Pomline at all games, performances, competitions, fundraisers, and any other team sponsored events. All practices are closed. We need to have the member s full attention during practices and can accomplish more without parents, siblings, and friends moving in and out of the practice area. If you need to speak with the coaches, please wait until the team has been dismissed from practice or the performing event. It is required that each pomline member and a parent/guardian be present for all parent meetings. Parents must be fully aware of all rules and regulations in the ASH Pomline Constitution and Demerit System should any team rules or expectations are violated. Parents are expected to be mindful and supportive of our behavior, practice, performance, competition, attendance, fund raiser, grade, and payment policies as outlined in the ASH Pomline Constitution. Warning: Pomline members may be penalized for extreme behavior exhibited by parent(s) up to and including removal from the team. I, the parent/guardian of, have read and understand all of the requirements as outlined in the ASH Troyans Constitution and Demerit System in order for my student to continue team participation as well as the ramifications if this contract is broken. I understand that my actions directly affect my student s ability to continue further as a member of this team. 19 Parent/Guardian Signature Date
20 Alexandria Senior High School Troyans FINANCIAL OBLIGATION AGREEMENT I, the undersigned parent or guardian of, do hereby declare that I understand the financial obligations required for Troyans of Alexandria Senior High School. I have been made aware of the estimated expenses for the upcoming year, as well as the payment schedule. I understand that payments must be made by money order only. I understand that if I need to arrange an alternative payment schedule, I must talk with the coach within the first month of my student s participation. If my student s balance is not paid in full or an extended payment plan is not on file by Thursday, May 7, I understand that he/she will be dismissed from the organization. I understand that once uniforms and other items that are monogrammed specifically for ASH have been ordered, I am responsible for paying for them, regardless of whether or not my student remains a Troyan. I recognize my student s responsibility to participate in all Troyan fundraisers. If the student does not participate in the required fundraisers, he/she will be responsible for paying the equivalent of the money required to be raised in that/those fudraiser(s). If my student does not fundraise (or pay the equivalent of) the required amount of money for competition, I understand that he/she will not be able to participate in that competition. All outstanding debts (including unpaid balances for Troyan expenses, money not paid for fundraisers, and/or charges accrued from damaged or non-returned rented uniforms) will be added to the student s balance in the main office before the next Troyan tryout season. I understand that if my student has any outstanding debts from the previous school year, he/she will not be eligible to try out for any Troyan team. Furthermore, my student will not be able to graduate from Alexandria Senior High School until all debts have been paid in the main office. Signature of Parent/Guardian Date Signature of Participant Date
21 Alexandria Senior High School Parental Permission Form Media Release I,, give permission for my child, (Parent s Name), to speak to reporters of (Student's Name) the local media about school-related activities, programs and student issues, including answering questions seeking their opinion on such activities, programs and issues. I understand that by granting this permission I release the school district and school officials from any and all liability for comments which my child might make and which might be reported in the newspaper or in television/radio broadcasts. I also understand the policy of this school that no reporter will be allowed to interview a student about any issue that is not directly related to these activities, programs and student issues. Signature of Parent/Guardian Date Signature of Participant Date
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23 LHSAA SUBSTANCE ABUSE/MISUSE CONTRACT AND CONSENT FORM This form must be completed and signed and kept on file with the school and is subject to inspection by the LHSAA Rules Compliance Team. As an LHSAA athlete, I,, agree to avoid the abuse or misuse of legal or illegal substances, including anabolic steroids and other performance enhancing drugs. I hereby grant permission to be tested for substance abuse/misuse as a participant in any LHSAA sports program. I furthermore agree to cooperate by providing a urine or hair specimen for testing upon the request of my principal. I understand that should my specimen indicate the abuse or misuse of legal or illegal substances, I will be subject to action specified in my School Drug Policy for Student Athletes. I,, parent/guardian of the undersigned student athlete, individually, and on behalf of my child, do hereby grant permission for and consent to said child being tested for substance abuse/misuse in accordance with his/her School Drug Policy for Student Athletes and I understand that if any specimen taken from him/her indicates abuse or misuse of legal or illegal substances, including anabolic steroids and other performance enhancing drugs, he/she will be subject to action specified in the School Drug Policy for Student Athletes for his/her school. Dated: Dated: Student Athlete Parent/Guardian Notes: Rule 1.10.2 of the LHSAA By-Laws, states that this contract shall remain in effect for the remainder of the student s eligibility. This means the contract only has to be signed once by both the student and his/her parent or guardian but the terms remain in effect for the student s entire high school career. According to Rule 6.12.4 of the LHSAA By-Laws, without the signature of the student athlete and his/her parent/guardian, the student is ineligible to participate in interscholastic athletic contests at all levels of play in all LHSAA sports at all LHSAA schools until compliance with Rule 1.10.2 is obtained from both parties. Any student participating in an interscholastic athletic contest(s) without a properly signed contract shall be classified as an ineligible student and both the student and school shall be penalized according to the LHSAA Penalty Code. Signature of the LHSAA s contract does not necessarily mean the student athlete will be tested. Federal courts have consistently ruled participation in high school athletics is a privilege, not an educational right.
24 Teachers: Please fill out this form and return to the appropriate coach. Please place it in the coach s box (ASH teachers only) or turn it in to your school s office, where it will be picked up by the coach. Evaluations are due no later than Thursday, March 5th Teacher Evaluation of Troyan Candidates Please complete the following form and submit it to the office by the deadline. Teacher evaluations will be averaged together to count for a portion of each candidate s score. Only those teachers who currently teach the candidate will participate in the evaluation process. Therefore, it is very important to give the candidate an honest rating based on your knowledge of that individual. Please don t just circle all 5 s thinking that is what we want we need an accurate evaluation of each student s attitude, work ethic, and character. Thank you for your time and cooperation. If you have any questions, please feel free to send an e-mail to the appropriate coach: Carlee Norman: carlee.norman@rpsb.us Faith Kelly: faith.kelly@rpsb.us Thank you, ASH Pomline Coaches Candidate: Did this student ever need to be disciplined by you? Circle One: YES NO If so, please describe the offense: Please rate the student on a scale from 0-5 (5 being the highest) on the following elements: 1. Attendance/Punctuality 0 1 2 3 4 5 2. Respect of Authority/Peers 0 1 2 3 4 5 3. Demonstration of Leadership 0 1 2 3 4 5 4. Effort/Quality of Work 0 1 2 3 4 5 5. Honesty and Integrity 0 1 2 3 4 5 Total Points = Comments: Teacher Signature: Date: School:
25 Teachers: Please fill out this form and return to the appropriate coach. Please place it in the coach s box (ASH teachers only) or turn it in to your school s office, where it will be picked up by the coach. Evaluations are due no later than Thursday, March 5th Teacher Evaluation of Troyan Candidates Please complete the following form and submit it to the office by the deadline. Teacher evaluations will be averaged together to count for a portion of each candidate s score. Only those teachers who currently teach the candidate will participate in the evaluation process. Therefore, it is very important to give the candidate an honest rating based on your knowledge of that individual. Please don t just circle all 5 s thinking that is what we want we need an accurate evaluation of each student s attitude, work ethic, and character. Thank you for your time and cooperation. If you have any questions, please feel free to send an e-mail to the appropriate coach: Carlee Norman: carlee.norman@rpsb.us Faith Kelly: faith.kelly@rpsb.us Thank you, ASH Pomline Coaches Candidate: Did this student ever need to be disciplined by you? Circle One: YES NO If so, please describe the offense: Please rate the student on a scale from 0-5 (5 being the highest) on the following elements: 1. Attendance/Punctuality 0 1 2 3 4 5 2. Respect of Authority/Peers 0 1 2 3 4 5 3. Demonstration of Leadership 0 1 2 3 4 5 4. Effort/Quality of Work 0 1 2 3 4 5 5. Honesty and Integrity 0 1 2 3 4 5 Total Points = Comments: Teacher Signature: Date: School:
26 Teachers: Please fill out this form and return to the appropriate coach. Please place it in the coach s box (ASH teachers only) or turn it in to your school s office, where it will be picked up by the coach. Evaluations are due no later than Thursday, March 5th Teacher Evaluation of Troyan Candidates Please complete the following form and submit it to the office by the deadline. Teacher evaluations will be averaged together to count for a portion of each candidate s score. Only those teachers who currently teach the candidate will participate in the evaluation process. Therefore, it is very important to give the candidate an honest rating based on your knowledge of that individual. Please don t just circle all 5 s thinking that is what we want we need an accurate evaluation of each student s attitude, work ethic, and character. Thank you for your time and cooperation. If you have any questions, please feel free to send an e-mail to the appropriate coach: Carlee Norman: carlee.norman@rpsb.us Faith Kelly: faith.kelly@rpsb.us Thank you, ASH Pomline Coaches Candidate: Did this student ever need to be disciplined by you? Circle One: YES NO If so, please describe the offense: Please rate the student on a scale from 0-5 (5 being the highest) on the following elements: 1. Attendance/Punctuality 0 1 2 3 4 5 2. Respect of Authority/Peers 0 1 2 3 4 5 3. Demonstration of Leadership 0 1 2 3 4 5 4. Effort/Quality of Work 0 1 2 3 4 5 5. Honesty and Integrity 0 1 2 3 4 5 Total Points = Comments: Teacher Signature: Date: School:
27 Teachers: Please fill out this form and return to the appropriate coach. Please place it in the coach s box (ASH teachers only) or turn it in to your school s office, where it will be picked up by the coach. Evaluations are due no later than Thursday, March 5th Teacher Evaluation of Troyan Candidates Please complete the following form and submit it to the office by the deadline. Teacher evaluations will be averaged together to count for a portion of each candidate s score. Only those teachers who currently teach the candidate will participate in the evaluation process. Therefore, it is very important to give the candidate an honest rating based on your knowledge of that individual. Please don t just circle all 5 s thinking that is what we want we need an accurate evaluation of each student s attitude, work ethic, and character. Thank you for your time and cooperation. If you have any questions, please feel free to send an e-mail to the appropriate coach: Carlee Norman: carlee.norman@rpsb.us Faith Kelly: faith.kelly@rpsb.us Thank you, ASH Pomline Coaches Candidate: Did this student ever need to be disciplined by you? Circle One: YES NO If so, please describe the offense: Please rate the student on a scale from 0-5 (5 being the highest) on the following elements: 1. Attendance/Punctuality 0 1 2 3 4 5 2. Respect of Authority/Peers 0 1 2 3 4 5 3. Demonstration of Leadership 0 1 2 3 4 5 4. Effort/Quality of Work 0 1 2 3 4 5 5. Honesty and Integrity 0 1 2 3 4 5 Total Points = Comments: Teacher Signature: Date: School:
28 Teachers: Please fill out this form and return to the appropriate coach. Please place it in the coach s box (ASH teachers only) or turn it in to your school s office, where it will be picked up by the coach. Evaluations are due no later than Thursday, March 5th Teacher Evaluation of Troyan Candidates Please complete the following form and submit it to the office by the deadline. Teacher evaluations will be averaged together to count for a portion of each candidate s score. Only those teachers who currently teach the candidate will participate in the evaluation process. Therefore, it is very important to give the candidate an honest rating based on your knowledge of that individual. Please don t just circle all 5 s thinking that is what we want we need an accurate evaluation of each student s attitude, work ethic, and character. Thank you for your time and cooperation. If you have any questions, please feel free to send an e-mail to the appropriate coach: Carlee Norman: carlee.norman@rpsb.us Faith Kelly: faith.kelly@rpsb.us Thank you, ASH Pomline Coaches Candidate: Did this student ever need to be disciplined by you? Circle One: YES NO If so, please describe the offense: Please rate the student on a scale from 0-5 (5 being the highest) on the following elements: 1. Attendance/Punctuality 0 1 2 3 4 5 2. Respect of Authority/Peers 0 1 2 3 4 5 3. Demonstration of Leadership 0 1 2 3 4 5 4. Effort/Quality of Work 0 1 2 3 4 5 5. Honesty and Integrity 0 1 2 3 4 5 Total Points = Comments: Teacher Signature: Date: School: