Clayton High School Cheerleading Handbook 2018-2019 1) The Role of a Cheerleader -represent the school to the highest degree -set an example of good behavior and sportsmanship at all times -provide leadership -promote unification of the crowd s involvement during the athletic event -to contribute to self-growth in the following areas: Leadership, Emotional Maturity, Self-Confidence, Mental/ Moral/Ethical Values, Decision Making Skills, Cooperation, Spirit of Competition, Character, Self-Discipline and Self-Control -balance academic requirements and demands with extra-curricular and personal activities 2) Selection of Cheerleaders The following information must be handed in to the main office before Thursday, July 26, 2018 or you will not be allowed to try-out: 1. Completed Physical Form 2. Copy of your Final Report Card from the 2016-2017 school year 3. Signed copy of rules and regulations form (end of this packet) 4. Completed Student Information Sheet (end of this packet) 5. Concussion Form 6. Athletic Consent Form Try-outs will consist over a two-day period: Monday, July 30 th - 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm (Check in 4:30p) Tuesday, July 31 st - 5:00-9:00 pm *Cheerleaders who make the team will be expected to attend all practices prior to school starting. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS! Cheerleaders must be present for both days of tryouts. Cheerleaders will be able to leave after they have finished their individual tryout. Numbers will be posted outside of the main gym by the morning of Wednesday, August 2 nd. Our parent meeting will be held the night of Wednesday, August 2 nd. Our first practice will be Thursday, August 3 rd. Candidates will try-out in front of the Clayton High School coaches and one guest judge. They will be judged using a scoring sheet that has a numerical range for each of the following categories: 1 Cheer 1 Chant 6 8 Count Dance Jumps: single toe touch and jump combo (no more than 3 jumps) Tumbling: 1 standing pass and one running pass (everyone must tumble) Attitude/Discipline Spirit/Enthusiasm *JUST BECAUSE YOU CAN TUMBLE DOES NOT MEAN YOU MAKE EITHER SQUAD. *On the final day of try-outs, please dress as if you were cheering a game. Please wear Clayton colors. Hair must be all the way up unless it stops before your shoulders.
*Skills that are evaluated during the try-out will be expected to be performed throughout the season. If a cheerleader cannot perform those skills, he or she may be asked to sit out until those skills return. 3) Summer Prep Class @ Clayton High School in the Old Gym Once a week May-July $50 a month Wednesdays 6:30-7:30p CLASS STARTS WEDNESDAY, MAY 2 nd **Payments: Payments must be paid no later than the first Wednesday of each month. We will be checking in students each month at 4:30p the first Wednesday of each month. If you would like to turn in your money beforehand, please place payment in an envelope with Attention to Coach Tucker and your child s name on it. They may be turned in directly to Coach Tucker or the main office. Money orders, cash or checks are acceptable. Checks/Money orders should be made out to Clayton High School. There will be four classes per month. Each class we will work tumble, stunt, jumps, motions, and more. This is a great way for the kids to meet each other and get a taste of Clayton Cheerleading. ** Just because you sign up for this class does NOT mean you make the team. This is a prep class for tryouts only. FOR ALL CLASSES YOU WILL NEED TO FILL OUT A WAIVER BEFORE YOU CAN PARTICIPATE. The link to the waiver is provided below. You can fill out online or print and bring with you to the first class. Class Dates: May: 2 nd, 9 th. 16 th, 23 rd June: 6 th, 13 th, 20 th, 27 th July: 11 th, 18 th, 25 th Physical: he Athletic Training/Sports Medicine club of Clayton High School will host a Physical Night on May 7 th, beginning at 5:15pm to 7pm. The location will be the Adams' gymnasium at CHS. This is an opportunity for student athletes to receive a new physical for the 2018-2019 school year. Dr. Alioto and fellow physicians from the UNC Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Clinic will be here to conduct the physical exam. Cost will be $10; acceptable forms of payment will be cash & money order. Money orders can be made out to Clayton High School. Student athletes must have the medical history section of the physical form filled out and SIGNED by a guardian in order to have a physical performed. Copies of the NCHSAA Physical form can be found on the CHS Athletics website or blank copies can be received from Coach Wall. 4) Attendance -Procedure for Absence from Practice or Game: Contact your coach as soon as you are aware of an issue. Excused/ unexcused absences will be at the coaches discretion. This should be done by e-mail. -Only cases of sickness or death in the immediate family will be an excused absence from a game or practice. Team members will not be allowed to miss games or practices for trips, vacations, driver s ed., concerts, dances, work, etc. -Absences will be deemed excused or unexcused by the coaches. -An unexcused absence will result in a suspension from the next game. The second unexcused absence will result in a one-week suspension from the team. The third unexcused absence will result in dismissal from the team. -If you are absent from a practice or game, there is no guarantee that you will still have your original position in line, stunts or routines.
5) Conduct A Clayton cheerleader is responsible for his/her actions on and off the field/court. Promoting good sportsmanship by way of example is required at all times. If you become a member of the squad, you are accepting the fact that your actions are more prominent than those not associated with such an activity. Because of this, Clayton cheerleaders are expected to follow all rules outlined in the student handbook. They must also maintain good rapport with the Clayton High School administration/staff, squad members, game officials and coaches. Clayton cheerleading will follow a strike system. If you accumulate 5 strikes, your uniform will be taken and you will be dismissed from the team. In some situations, you will accumulate strikes and also have other consequences. Any situation not specifically stated may also result in strikes. The situation will be discussed between coaches and you will be informed of the number of strikes. If you are suspended from school, your uniform will automatically be taken and you will be removed from the squad. Remember, the COACHES are in charge of the team. Failure to follow the policies and procedures of the team could result in removal from the squad. The most important rules for the cheerleading program have been included. Unforeseen issues may occur and will be dealt with on an individual basis as determined by the coaches/athletic director/principal. 6) Grades Cheerleaders must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA. Reports will be collected each quarter. If you fall below an overall GPA of 2.5, you will be required to attend all COMET time hours for each class. If you fall below a C in one class, you will be required to go to COMET time for that specific class. Failure to do this will result in suspension from the squad until the required grades are achieved. 7) Cheer Season Our cheer season starts as soon as tryouts are over and goes until either playoff season is over or our sports banquet (whichever is last). Our season TYPICALLY lasts from the beginning of August until the end of February. Once you have made the team, you are making a commitment for the ENTIRE year. Practices: Practices will be approximately 3-4 days per week. Times will depend on the gym availability. *Possibility of a 5 th block Games: -The fall season consists of all home and away football games. JV games are scheduled for Thursday nights and Varsity games are scheduled for Friday nights. All cheerleaders must take school transportation to the away games. Cheerleaders can only leave an away game with a parent/guardian. Cheerleader s parent/guardian MUST sign their child out in order for their cheerleader to leave with them. -The winter season consists of all home games, in county away games, and away play-off games for girls and boys basketball. Games are usually on Tuesday and Friday nights. In the beginning of the season some games will be played on other week nights. -Varsity will be split into two squads for basketball season. Competitions: -Competing is a privilege, not a requirement. The coaches will have the final say on whether or not the team will be competing. Please keep this in mind. We typically compete 2-3 competitions per year. *Competition team or Varsity Competing will be decided at tryouts. Please be open to new ideas. Stunt groups will not always be the same. They may change to better the strength of the team. This also means that you might change stunting positions. Just because you put on your sheet that you are a flyer, does not mean you will be flying during the season. Same goes for bases/backspots. You may be asked to backspot/base or even fly.
8) Uniforms Each cheerleader will is responsible for his/her uniform. Your uniform must be clean for every event. Each cheerleader is responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged item. Uniforms are to be worn for school activities only. You cannot lend your uniform to anyone. Uniforms may be altered but NOT cut. If they are cut to where we cannot let them back out, you will be expected to pay for a new uniform. 9) Financial Responsibilities Cheerleading can be an expensive program. Clayton cheerleaders will need to purchase the following items (costs are estimated): Pom Set $55 Blue Crop $25 each Blue Briefs $16 each **Pom set, crop, and brief package $85 Warm-up (same as previous year) $162 New Back Pack $60 Bow $12 T-shirts - $30 Varsity Edge Shoe - $85 (optional) o MUST have plain white cheer shoe New Sweatshirt (optional) tbd New Long Sleeve Team Tee (optional) tbd Camp - $150 o ALL JV & Varsity athletes must attend camp. Vacation and other excuses will not be accepted for camp. Please plan accordingly Your Total: **This money would be due at the parent meeting right after tryouts. Remember that these are just estimates! Pricing could change 10) Miscellaneous Snack and Dinner sign up: Each team will have a sign-up sheet for bringing snacks and drinks for halftime. This is imperative as the cheerleaders will need to replenish their spirit juices to get the crowd pumped during the second half! Parents can bring whatever snack they wish (we ask that they be healthy snacks), but we do ask that drinks either be water or sports drinks (no sodas please). As is tradition, Varsity cheerleading will continue to have their pre-game dinners before home football games. There will be a sign up sheet. Big Sister/Little Sister This year we are going to be doing something fun between JV and Varsity. Each varsity cheerleader will have a little sister from JV cheerleading assigned to them. There will be a few events where little sister/big sister will be doing exchanges such as letters, snacks, and gifts. This is not meant to be a financial burden. There will be price caps that should be respected. Below are the following events: First Varsity Game: Letter (JV will give letter to Varsity) First JV Game: Letter (Varsity will give letter to JV)
Last Football Game: Snack $5 limit (both) Christmas: Sock Exchange ($10 limit) Fundraisers: This year we will have a fundraising chair on both JV and Varsity. These athletes will be coordinating fundraising events. All athletes are required to participate in such events. This can include but it not limited to: selling raffle tickets, teaching the kiddy camp in the summer, car washes, etc. Jewelry, Tattoos, Nails: There will be absolutely NO jewelry allowed to be worn during practices, competitions, or games. This is for safety reasons and is also a state athletic rule. For games and practices, you are allowed to wear a retainer. A BANDAID WILL NOT SUFFICE! Tattoos are strongly discouraged since they usually take time to heal. Getting a tattoo does not count as an excuse to not participate in practice. Tattoos must be covered up if they show outside of the uniform. Parents, please do not allow your child to get a piercing during the season, even if it is on a break, if they will not be able to take that piece of jewelry out. Nails will not be allowed during the season. If they are painted it needs to only be a natural French tip or nude. Fake nails will not be tolerated. Clayton Cheerleading Consequence System Situation Punishment Improper use of social media (inappropriate posts) Unsportsmanlike conduct proper conduct or attitude as determined by coaches administration Late to Practice Unexcused tardies to practices or games Not helping put away mats, make signs, clean-up, etc g in the proper uniform, attire, hair bow, hair style or gear Having painted nails at a game Wearing jewelry at a practice or game Not being back before the two minute mark at a game Unexcused absence from practice or game Second unexcused absence Third unexcused absence 1 game suspension 1 week suspension from the team Dismissal from team
Personal Cheerleader Contract I have read the Clayton High School Cheerleading Handbook and understand the responsibilities and privileges of being a Clayton High School Cheerleader. I will abide by these rules and regulations if chosen for the 2017-2018 cheerleading squad. I understand that if I do not follow the rules, I will receive consequences and may be suspended and/or removed from the cheerleading squad. I will cooperate fully with the coaches and all persons and organizations concerned to promote spirit and good sportsmanship at Clayton High School. At all times, whether at school or away from school, I will conduct myself in a manner that best represents the students and faculty at Clayton High School. Name (printed): Signature: Date: Parental Permission My child, has permission to tryout for the cheerleading squad at Clayton High School for the 2017-2018 season. If chosen, she has permission to participate as a member of the cheerleading team for that school year. I have read and discussed with my child the guidelines, and I understand the responsibilities and commitment of being a cheerleader. I also understand the role I must assume as a parent of a cheerleader, and I will assist in every way to see that the rules and regulations are enforced. I will do my best to support the coaches and administration in decisions made throughout the season. I understand that every attempt will be made to properly supervise all activities to prevent any accidents or injuries. I do hereby give my consent and support for my child, if selected, to be a cheerleader at Clayton High School for the upcoming season. Name (printed): Signature: Date:
Student Information Sheet Name: Grade for 2017-2018: Mailing Address: Telephone Numbers: Parent: Cheerleader s Cell: Cheerleader s E-mail Address: Parents /Guardians Names: Parents/Guardians E-mail Addresses: Team Trying out for (circle one) JV Varsity Both *Note this does not mean you will be selected for that team Stunt Position (circle at least one) Main Base Side Base Backspot Flyer Standing Tumbling: Running Tumbling: 1) Please list any outside activities that could interfere with practice. Please list days and times. 2) Why do you want to be a member of the Clayton Cheerleading Squad? Your signature below states that everything on this sheet is accurate. It also signifies that you understand that you will not be placed on a squad that you did not indicate above. Signature: Date:
TRYOUT CLINIC RELEASE WAIVER 2018 Athlete Name Address City State Zip Home Phone _Cell Phone Email Address Parent/Guardian Address City State Zip Home Phone _Cell Phone Email Address Check if participant does Insurance Company Policy # NOT have insurance Number to call in case of Emergency Name of Emergency Contact Relationship to Participant My child has my permission to attend the Summer 2018 Tryout Prep Camp at Clayton High School from May 2 nd July 25 th 2018. I understand that there is a risk of injury due to physical activities such as jumping, stunting and tumbling. I hereby grant permission for the attending physician or appropriate medical personnel to secure proper treatment. I will be responsible for any medical or other charges connected with my child s attendance at this clinic. In the acceptance of this applicant for the Summer 2018 Tryout Prep Camp, I hereby release Clayton High School and all its employees from all claims or damages that may be sustained by my child in association with this clinic. Athlete Signature: Parent Signature: Date: Date
Gfeller-Waller NCHSAA Student-Athlete & Parent/Legal Custodian Concussion Information Sheet What is a concussion? A concussion is an injury to the brain caused by a direct or indirect blow to the head. It results in your brain not working as it should. It may or may not cause you to black out or pass out. It can happen to you from a fall, a hit to the head, or a hit to the body that causes your head and your brain to move quickly back and forth. How do I know if I have a concussion? There are many signs and symptoms that you may have following a concussion. A concussion can affect your thinking, the way your body feels, your mood, or your sleep. Here is what to look for: Thinking/Remembering Physical Emotional/Mood Sleep Difficulty thinking clearly Taking longer to figure things out Difficulty concentrating Difficulty remembering new information Headache Fuzzy or blurry vision Feeling sick to your stomach/queasy Vomiting/throwing up Dizziness Balance problems Sensitivity to noise or light Irritability-things bother you more easily Sadness Being more moody Feeling nervous or worried Crying more Sleeping more than usual Sleeping less than usual Trouble falling asleep Feeling tired Table is adapted from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (http://www.cdc.gov/concussion/) What should I do if I think I have a concussion? If you are having any of the signs or symptoms listed above, you should tell your parents, coach, athletic trainer or school nurse so they can get you the help you need. If a parent notices these symptoms, they should inform the school nurse or athletic trainer. When should I be particularly concerned? If you have a headache that gets worse over time, you are unable to control your body, you throw up repeatedly or feel more and more sick to your stomach, or your words are coming out funny/slurred, you should let an adult like your parent or coach or teacher know right away, so they can get you the help you need before things get any worse. What are some of the problems that may affect me after a concussion? You may have trouble in some of your classes at school or even with activities at home. If you continue to play or return to play too early with a concussion, you may have long term trouble remembering things or paying attention, headaches may last a long time, or personality changes can occur Once you have a concussion, you are more likely to have another concussion. How do I know when it s ok to return to physical activity and my sport after a concussion? After telling your coach, your parents, and any medical personnel around that you think you have a concussion, you will probably be seen by a doctor trained in helping people with concussions. Your school and your parents can help you decide who is best to treat you and help to make the decision on when you should return to activity/play or practice. Your school will have a policy in place for how to treat concussions. You should not return to play or practice on the same day as your suspected concussion. You should not have any symptoms at rest or during/after activity when you return to play, as this is a sign your brain has not recovered from the injury. This information is provided to you by the UNC Matthew Gfeller Sport-Related TBI Research Center, North Carolina Medical Society, North Carolina Athletic Trainers Association, Brain Injury Association of North Carolina, North Carolina Neuropsychological Society, and North Carolina High School Athletic Association. Rev May 2016 Approved for use in 2017-18 School Year
Gfeller-Waller NCHSAA Student-Athlete & Parent/Legal Custodian Concussion Statement Form Instructions: The student athlete and his/her parent or legal custodian, must initial beside each statement acknowledging that they have read and understand the corresponding statement. The student-athlete should initial in the left column and the parent or legal custodian should initial in the right column. Some statements are applicable only to the student-athlete and should only be initialed by the student-athlete. This form must be completed for each student-athlete, even if there are multiple student-athletes in the household. Student-Athlete Name: (please print) Parent/Legal Custodian Name(s): (please print) Student- Athlete Initials A concussion is a brain injury, which should be reported to my parent(s) or legal custodian(s), my or my child s coach(es), or a medical professional if one is available. A concussion cannot be seen. Some signs and symptoms might be present immediately; however, other symptoms can appear hours or days after an injury. I will tell my parents, my coach and/or a medical professional about my injuries and illnesses. If I think a teammate has a concussion, I should tell my coach(es), parent(s)/ legal custodian(s) or medical professional about the concussion. I, or my child, will not return to play in a game or practice if a hit to my, or my child s, head or body causes any concussion-related symptoms. I, or my child, will need written permission from a medical professional trained in concussion management to return to play or practice after a concussion. Based on the latest data, most concussions take days or weeks to get better. A concussion may not go away, right away. I realize that resolution from a concussion is a process that may require more than one medical visit. I realize that ER/Urgent Care physicians will not provide clearance to return to play or practice, if seen immediately or shortly after the injury. After a concussion, the brain needs time to heal. I understand that I or my child is much more likely to have another concussion or more serious brain injury if return to play or practice occurs before concussion symptoms go away. Sometimes, repeat concussions can cause serious and long-lasting problems. I have read the concussion symptoms listed on the Student-Athlete/ Parent Legal Custodian Concussion Information Sheet. I have asked an adult and/or medical professional to explain any information contained in the Student-Athlete & Parent Concussion Statement Form or Information Sheet that I do not understand. Parent/Legal Custodian(s) Initials Not Applicable Not Applicable By signing below, we agree that we have read and understand the information contained in the Student- Athlete & Parent/Legal Custodian Concussion Statement Form, and have initialed appropriately beside each statement. Signature of Student-Athlete Signature of Parent/Legal Custodian Date Date Rev May 2016 Approved for use in 2017-18 School Year
2017-2018 NCHSAA ELIGIBILITY, CONSENT TO PARTICIPATE AND RELEASE FORM THIS DOCUMENT MUST BE SIGNED BY THE STUDENT-ATHLETE OF AN NCHSAA MEMBER SCHOOL AND BY THE STUDENT S PARENT OR LEGAL CUSTODIAN BEFORE PARTICIPATION. STUDENTS MAY NOT PARTICIPATE WITHOUT THE STUDENT S AND PARENT S/LEGAL CUSTODIAN S SIGNATURE. I have read, understand and acknowledge receipt of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association s Eligibility Rules. I understand that a copy of the NCHSAA Handbook is on file with the member school s principal and/or Athletic Director, and that I may review it, in its entirety if I so choose. I know my school is a member of the NCHSAA and must adhere to all regulations that govern interscholastic athletic programs, including, but not limited to, Federal and State laws, local regulations and those imposed by the NCHSAA. I understand that local rules may be more stringent than the NCHSAA and agree to follow the rules of my school and the NCHSAA and to abide by their decisions. I acknowledge and understand that participation in interscholastic athletics is a privilege, not a right. I understand that classroom performance, dropping a class or taking coursework through other educational options could affect eligibility and compliance with NCHSAA academic standards. STUDENT CODE OF RESPONSIBILITY As a student athlete, I understand and accept the following responsibilities: I will respect the rights and beliefs of others and will treat others with courtesy and consideration. I will be fully responsible for my own actions and the consequences of my actions. I will respect the property of others. I will respect and obey the rules of my school and laws of my community, state and country. I will show respect to those who are responsible for enforcing the rules of my school and the laws of my community, state and country. I understand that a student whose character or conduct violates the school s Athletic Code or School Code of Responsibility could be deemed ineligible for a period of time as determined by the principal or school system Administration PARENTS, LEGAL CUSTODIANS OR STUDENTS WHO DO NOT WISH TO ACCEPT THE RISK DESCRIBED IN THIS WARNING SHOULD NOT SIGN THIS FORM. The student and parent/legal custodian recognize that participation in interscholastic athletics involves some inherent risks for potentially severe injuries including, but not limited to, serious neck, head and spinal injuries, serious injury to virtually all bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons, and other aspects of the musculoskeletal system, serious injury or impairment to other aspects of the body, or effects to the general health and well-being of the child, and in rare cases death. Although serious injuries are not common in supervised school athletic programs, it is impossible to eliminate all risk. Because of these inherent risks, the student and their parent/legal custodian have a responsibility to help reduce that risk. Participants must obey all safety rules, report all physical and hygiene problems to their coaches, follow a proper conditioning program, and inspect their own equipment daily. I authorize medical treatment should the need arise for such treatment while I or my child/ward ( student-athlete ) is under the supervision of the member school. I consent to medical treatment for the student-athlete following an injury or illness suffered during practice and/or a contest. I understand that in the case of injury or illness requiring treatment by medical personnel and transportation to a health care facility, that a reasonable attempt will be made to contact the parent/legal custodian in the case of the student-athlete being a minor, but that, if necessary, the student-athlete will be treated and transported via ambulance to the nearest hospital. I further authorize the use or disclosure of my student-athlete s personally identifiable health information should treatment for illness or injury become necessary. I understand all concussions are potentially serious and may result in complications including prolonged brain damage and death if not recognized and managed properly. Further, I understand that if my student is removed from a practice or competition due to a suspected concussion, he or she will be unable to return to participation that day. After that day, written authorization from a physician (M.D. or D.O.) or an athletic trainer working under the supervision of a physician will be required before the student is allowed to return to participation. I also acknowledge that I have received, read and signed the Gfeller-Waller Concussion Information Sheet. I consent to the NCHSAA s use of the herein named student s name, likeness, and athletic-related information in reports of contests, promotional literature of the Association and other materials and releases related to interscholastic athletics and grant the NCHSAA the right to photograph and/or videotape the participant and further to use the participant s face, likeness, voice and appearance in connection with exhibitions, publicity, advertising, promotional and commercial materials without reservation or limitation. The NCHSAA, however, is under no obligation to exercise said rights herein. I further consent to the disclosure, by the member school, to the NCHSAA, upon its request, of all records relevant to the studentathlete s athletic eligibility including, but not limited to, their records relating to enrollment, attendance, academic standing, age, discipline, finances, residence and physical fitness. The student and parent/legal custodian individually and on behalf of the student, hereby irrevocably, and unconditionally release, acquit, and discharge, without limitation, the NCHSAA its officers, agents, attorneys, representatives and employees (collectively, the Releasees ) from any and all losses, claims, demands, actions and causes of action, obligations, damages, and costs or expenses of any nature (including attorney s fees) that the student and/or legal custodian incur or sustain to person, property or both, which arise out of, result from, occur during or are otherwise connected with the student s participation in interscholastic athletics if due to the ordinary negligence of the Releasees. By signing this document, we acknowledge that we have read the above information and that we consent to the herein named student s participation. We understand that the authorizations and rights granted herein are voluntary and that we may revoke any or all of them at any time by submitting said revocation in writing to the participant s member school. By doing so, however, we understand that the participant will no longer be eligible for participation in interscholastic athletics. Student s Signature Date of Birth Grade in School Date Signature of Parent or Legal Custodian Date