Cheerleading Tryout Packet 2015-2016
Seminole County s Cheerleading Pledge As cheerleaders and representatives of all students in Seminole County Public Schools, FL and Jackson Heights Middle School, we dedicate our abilities and we pledge our efforts to generate unity, to promote enthusiasm, to instill school spirit, and to demonstrate good sportsmanship in the Jackson Heights community and among all institutions with whom we interact.
2015-2016 JHMS Cheerleading Tryouts Important Dates: Completed Cheer Packets Due: Thursday, April 9 th at 4pm Pre-Tryout Parent Meeting: Tuesday, March 31 st 5:30 6:00 pm Ms. DiSanto s Room 9-205 (If you wish to tryout, you and your parent/guardian MUST attend this meeting.) Tryout Clinic: Wednesday, April 22 nd & Thursday, April 23 rd 4:00 6:00 pm JHMS Gym Tryout: Friday, April 24th 5:00 6:00 pm JHMS Gym (come to OR stay after school to practice from 4-5) Post Tryout Parent Meeting: Thursday, April 30 th 5:30 6:00 pm Ms. DiSanto s Room 9-205 (For those selected for the 2015-2016 JHMS Cheerleading Squad) Practices Begin: On Mondays from 4-6pm with a tentative start date of Monday, September 14 th Tryout Requirements: 1. 2.0 GPA for the previous school year copy of last year report card must be provided 2. Two Signed release and consent forms a physical will also be required for all students that make the cheerleading squad 3. Tryout registration form completely filled out, and initialed by parent/guardian and student 4. Parent consent/commitment forms signed All these forms and papers must be returned to the JHMS front office (Attention: Ms. DiSanto) by Thursday, April 9 th at 4pm. No packets will be accepted at the clinic or tryouts. Candidates with incomplete packets will not be allowed to participate. Packets may be turned in starting immediately.
Tryout Information 1. A clinic will be conducted April 22nd & 23rd 4:00 6:00 pm in the JHMS Gym 2. The final tryout will be held April 24 th in the gym. Tryouts will begin promptly at 5:00 and should end by 6:00pm at the latest. 3. Tryouts will be closed to audiences. No one except for judges, candidates, and the coaches will be allowed. 4. Attendance at the clinic is mandatory. Please arrive on time and dressed in appropriate attire. 5. Candidates will be judged in the following areas: a. Voice projection b. Enthusiasm c. Jump or Tumble d. Motion technique e. Crowd appeal f. Cheer g. Chant h. Dance 6. Each candidate will receive a number for judging. There will be at least 2 judges for tryouts and each is highly qualified. Judges decisions are final. Neither the coach nor administration will release individual information about any candidate. 7. After tryouts, there will be a mandatory meeting on April 30 th at 4:15pm for the Cheer Squad where all fittings will take place. There will also be an informational parent meeting for the upcoming season from 5:30 6:00pm and the $40 athletic fee will be due at that time. Also, if you do not wish to participate in the fundrasier, you will be able to pay the fundraiser fee, and even out your account at this time. Tentative calendars will be given and fundraising will be discussed. This will take place in Room 9-205! 8. If you have any questions please feel free to call or email me. Jennifer DiSanto 407-320-4617 Jennifer_disanto@scps.k12.fl.us
JHMS Cheerleading Predicted Clothing Expenditures for 2014-2015 3 CAMP/ PRACTICEWEAR OUTFITS (this includes a uniform that you keep).$110.00 ACCESSORIES (sports bra, 3 pairs of socks, and ONE bow)..$25.00 SHOES..$50.00 Total..$185.00 *Highly Recommended: Summer Cheer Camp at UCF (July 26 th -29 th ) is an additional $210! There is also a $40 Athletic fee - which is a separate fee on top of the Predicted Clothing Expenditures and will be due at the mandatory parent meeting on April 30 th. The coach, if applicable will determine male cheerleader expenses. Payments Cheerleaders will have fundraising opportunities to raise all necessary funds. If your account is not up to balance, you must even out your account by May 8 th. Financial aid may be available in EXTREME circumstances as well. This must be approved by county, and the school administration will make the final decisions. Personal Commitment and Time Requirements Cheerleading requires a personal commitment to the squad. This begins the day the squad is selected. Cheerleading also requires a time commitment. JHMS Cheerleaders must be prepared to cheer at all basketball games and other school events. There will be weekend fundraising activities that all cheerleaders are required to attend. If you have other commitments, such as another sports team, that you know takes up your time perhaps you should consider if another commitment is right for you. The season ends with the last school event. Attendance is mandatory for all practices, games, pep rallies, and special events. A schedule will be given out and it is expected that this schedule be looked at weekly to prevent
making other commitments. If you will not be at practice or an event, you will need to give 48 hours written notice (except in the case of a family emergency). Sometimes the schedule will need to be revised so flexibility is important. There will be one or two practices a week, on either Mondays, Wednesdays or both. There will also be Basketball games on Wednesdays starting in the Spring semester. Other practices may be scheduled if the need arises (i.e. before a special event). Please be sure that you take these commitments seriously before making them. Financial Obligations Each candidate selected for the JHMS cheerleading squad must pay a $40 athletic fee. The squad will make every effort to fundraise to cover the costs of all required items (i.e. shoes, socks, practice wear, etc.). All cheerleaders are expected to participate in all fundraising activities. JHMS Cheerleading Rules and Information 1) Attendance for all practices and scheduled events is mandatory unless otherwise stated. When anyone misses practice it impacts the entire squad! If you must miss practice 48 hours written or email notice should be given, except in the case of sudden illness or emergency, when a message may also be left on my voicemail at school: 407-320-4617. 2) Please review the cheerleading calendar for scheduled events and plan accordingly. (i.e. appointments, family getaways, other activities etc.) 3) Cheerleaders must attend 4 classes the day of practice, pep rallies, or games. Anyone who misses school will not be able to participate that day. 4) Any cheerleader with an unexcused absence before a scheduled event or game forfeits the right to cheer at that event or game. This season, any cheerleader with 5 or more unexcused absences from practice or with 10 demerits WILL be dismissed from the squad. 5) When cheerleaders are scheduled to wear their uniforms at school or at any event they must be in full uniform. Full uniform is shell and skirt, no jewelry, squad shoes and socks, hair up with ribbon, etc.! Changes may be made for weather only, as determined by the coach.
6) All school rules are to be followed at all times. Absolutely no gum chewing while in uniform! Any time you are in uniform you are representing Jackson Heights and you are expected to act appropriately. No foul language, disrespect, or inappropriate behavior at school or at any event! 7) Cheerleaders are expected to replace or reimburse for any lost or damaged items belonging to the school. This includes uniforms and poms. 8) Academics are very important. All cheerleaders must maintain a 2.0 GPA. Grades will be checked periodically and any cheerleaders failing to maintain this GPA will be suspended until their GPA is brought back up. If it stays below a 2.0 for more than one grading period the cheerleader may be dismissed from the squad. 9) It is important that practice start on time. All cheerleaders should be dressed appropriately and ready to begin practice at 4:05. Any cheerleader arriving late to practice will be assigned extra conditioning. 10) Practice time is important and all cheerleaders are expected to be prepared and focused. This will ensure that practices are effective and tasks are accomplished. 11) There is no talking while stunting. This is for the safety of all the cheerleaders. 12) Practice is over at 6:00pm and pickup should be prompt. Parents are welcome the last 15 minutes of practice, and are to arrive promptly at 5:45pm! In addition to these rules, all cheerleaders and parents must read and understand the citizenship standards for school sponsored extra-curricular activities as outlined in the Seminole County Code of Conduct Book. Additional inappropriate behaviors include: Use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs Receiving an in or out of school suspension Failure to cooperate and/or demonstrate respect to any coach, teacher, other adult, or classmate Being late to an event Failure to meet any financial obligations on time Failure to wear uniform correctly Chewing gum in uniform or at practice Using foul language Socializing during events
Jackson Heights Middle School 2015-2016 Cheerleading Tryouts Registration Form Name: Last First Middle Birthday: Home Address: Phone Number Phone Number (additional) Email Second Email (additional) Parent/Guardian(s) Names: Grade for the 2015-2016 School Year: (Circle One) 6 7 8 I have read and understand all the requirements and information in this packet Candidate s Initials: Parent/Guardian s Initials: FOR COACH USE ONLY Packet Registration with initial: Parent Consent/Commitment Form signed: Report Card GPA: Release and Consent Forms
Parent/Guardian Consent and Commitment Form My child,, has my permission to be a cheerleader at Jackson Heights Middle School. I understand that he/she must abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the sponsor and Seminole County Public Schools. I have read the rules and regulations and understand that the violation of any of these rules may lead to temporary or permanent suspension from the squad. I understand that all forms attached must be completed and turned in by Thursday, April 9 th at 4:00pm to Ms. DiSanto s room (or the front office of Jackson Heights Middle School) or my child will not be allowed to tryout. I understand that my child must attend all practices clinic tryout sessions (unless excused by the coach) or my child will not be considered for a cheerleading position. I understand that diverse, unbiased judges will evaluate my daughter/son and we agree to abide by the decision of the judges. I further understand that no scores or explanations will be issued before, during, or after tryouts. I give permission for a member of the Jackson Heights coaching staff to review my child s grades to confirm eligibility. I understand the costs involved as stated in the packet and that financial aid is available in extreme cases. Furthermore, I realize that if any of the uniforms issued to my child becomes lost or damaged, we are responsible for the cost to replace it. I understand that the very nature of the activity, cheerleading and gymnastics, carry a risk of physical injury. As stated in the Release and Consent Form, I understand that if my child is injured or becomes ill, Seminole County Public Schools will not be liable unless the injury or illness is the result of negligent conduct on the part of any employee of Seminole County Public Schools. Parent/Guardian Signature & Date I am interested in being a cheerleader for Jackson Heights Middle School. I understand the risks stated above. If selected, I promise to abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the sponsor and the principal of JHMS. I promise to cooperate and follow the instructions of the cheerleading coach. Student Signature & Date