Luther Burbank Cheerleading 2017-2018 Tryout Packet Tryout Packet Check list: Attendance Agreement Estimated Costs Cheerleader Agreement Copy of an up to date Physical Information Sheet Personal Tryout Sheet with Picture Copy of a recent Report Card $25.00 Tryout Donation Please fill out all paperwork and put it in a 8 ½ by 11 size envelope with your child s name on the front of it and return by April 25th at the parent-cheerleader meeting. If completed earlier you may turn it in to the Luther front office. No tryout packets will be accepted after this date. *****INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED***** If you have any questions, please contact: Coach Jenifer Coderko at: Coach.Jenifercoderko@gmail.com The Burbank Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination based on disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, nationally, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
LBMS Cheer Program Summary This tryout packet contains information pertaining to the 2017-2018 Luther Middle School Cheerleading Program. The LBMS Cheer Team is made up of dedicated and enthusiastic athletes. Athletes must be willing to devote a significant amount of time to be part of a program that strives to be their best at home, at school, and on the cheer mat. Coach Jenn has extensive experience coaching cheerleading, she is dedicated to excellence, both athletic and academic. Your child s education and cheer experience is of the utmost importance to her, and she is dedicated to helping your child have a successful middle school career. The 2017-2018 cheerleading program will consist of one Show Cheer Competition team. The size of the team depends on the talent level presented at tryouts. The objective of the Luther Burbank Middle School cheerleading squad is to effectively execute a school spirit program that supports and promotes Luther Burbank Middle School. The Cheerleaders will serve as positive role models and leaders for LBMS and should promote sportsmanship within our school and among other schools at competitions. The highest priority should be to display and encourage spirit and pride for LBMS.
LBMS Cheerleading Tryout Information Sheet Parent-Cheerleader Information Meeting: Thursday April 25 th at 6:00 pm in the Library Tryout Dates & Times: Wednesday Thursday & Friday (May 3 rd, 4 th and 5 th ) 3:30 5:30pm on the field next to 1700 block of Maple Tryout Finals: Saturday May 6 th 10:00am 12:00pm in the gym Parent-Cheerleader Post Tryout Meeting: All selected candidates are expected to attend a cheerleader/parent meeting on Tuesday, May 9 th at 6:00pm in the Library What to expect: On the FIRST DAY of tryout, candidates will be introduced to the basic motions and jumps of cheerleading. This may be some candidate s first experience with cheerleading and that is okay. It is also a good review for returning candidates. They will also learn the tryout dance. On the SECOND DAY of tryout, all candidates will practice jumps and continue learning the dance from the day before, then review their tryout cheer from the day before. On the THIRD DAY of tryout will be an overall review. This will be a good time to review and perfect your jumps, cheer, dance, and motions. We will also be working on basic stunts. At the end of the clinic we will invite the girls that we feel meet the requirements for our team to attend Tryout finals. Not every girl is guaranteed to be invited, and returners are not guaranteed a spot. On FINAL TRYOUT DAY, candidates will perform material for the selection panel. All cheer candidates will perform their tumbling, jumps, cheer, and dance in groups. Results will be posted on the gym door following tryouts. Decisions will be final. ***Candidates are expected to attend the parent-cheer candidate meeting and all of the three preliminary tryouts in order to be eligible for final tryout. If you have extenuating circumstances and cannot attend the parent meeting or the preliminary tryouts please speak to or e-mail the coach in advance. In addition, candidates must have all paperwork turned in before the first day of clinic. *** Spectators will NOT be allowed to watch or film the clinics or tryouts.
Tryout Day 1-3: Candidates should be dressed in athletic clothing: shorts, t-shirt, sports bra and cheer or athletic shoes. Hair should be pulled back and no jewelry is allowed for safety reasons. Final Tryout Day Candidates are expected to wear a plain white t-shirt, black athletic shorts and cheer or athletic shoes. Hair must be pulled back and a bow is okay. The bow and all attire should not have any names or logos of a cheer team displayed. Please no Luther Cheer bows or attire that indicates to the panel a returner. Selection is based on current level of performances among candidates. Selection will be made on the following criteria: Clinics/ Informational Meeting (20 BONUS points if you attend) You will get 5 points for each -Turning in the packet complete and on time -Showing up on time and properly dressed -Completing each day of tryouts -Coming to the information meeting Appearance (Total of 10 points) -Being properly dressed for tryouts Jumps (Total of 30 points) -Toe Touch (required jump) -Candidate s choice of jump (i.e.: double toe-touch, pike, left or right front, etc...) -Jump sequence (two or more jumps in a row) Cheer -1 Performance cheer (Total of 30 points) Dance -1 Dance (Total of 30 points) Running Tumbling (show most difficult; without a spotter) Round-Off Back HS = 3 points Round-Off Back HS series = 4 points Round-Off Back HS Back-Tuck = 5 points Standing Tumbling Back Walkover = 2 points Standing Back HS = 3 points Standing Back HS Series = 4 points Standing Back Tuck = 5 points Determination is also made based on: **Motion Technique (cheer, dance and stunts) **Team Skills (proper attitude, confidence, problem solving, etc...) **Spirit (voice and facials) **Attitude! (What was the candidate s attitude like during the past season and during try-out week.)
LMBS Cheerleading Attendance Guidelines Cheerleading is a unique sport, wherein the absence of one team member affects the entire squad. Absences may lead to loss of participation, and ultimately dismissal from the squad. We cannot emphasize enough the importance of attendance. Planning family activities/vacations around our season is important. * Each squad member is expected to be present at all practices, fundraisers, and competitions. You will be excused only if you are absent from school due to an illness or a family emergency. If you are injured, you are still expected to attend practice, even if that means you can only watch. All appointments (doctor, dentist, etc.) should be scheduled outside of practice. Monthly practice schedules will be available. If you miss a practice due to an illness or family emergency, you are responsible for learning the material taught at that practice before the next practice. *Competitions are typically on weekends and are planned to be scheduled as follows: One in December, Two to Four in January and February, and One in March. This is tentative and subject to change. Please note we are usually scheduled to attend a showcase or competition on the President s Weekend in February. Please do not schedule to be out of town. *At times, if enough notice is given, squad members may be excused for other LBMS activities. This is at the coach s discretion. If you are excused from a practice you are responsible for learning the material taught at that practice before the next practice. * You are expected to be in the gym, dressed and ready to go at the scheduled practice or meeting time. *Two unexcused absences are considered a warning; the third unexcused absence will result in the athlete sitting out for one squad event in full uniform. After the third absence it is up to the coach and faculty advisor if athlete is to remain on the team. Cheerleader Signature Date Parent Signature Date
LBMS Estimated Costs Estimated Costs Uniforms are ordered from Varsity Spirit Fashion, the leading cheer apparel company. There will be fundraising opportunities to reduce the costs; however cheerleading is an expensive sport. This is an optional extracurricular activity and the uniform, competitions, choreography and supplies are all paid for by the organization. School funding is not used for these activities. Fundraising and parent support are important, which is why all cheerleaders need to participate. Donation requests and fundraisers will be implemented to help offset the cost to the program. There will also be options for cheerleaders who would like to borrow a uniform. This means that the team will buy a uniform that is not personalized and they cheerleader will return it at the end of the season. Please discuss with the faculty advisor if you are interested in fundraising options to support the overall cost to the program. We do not discriminate for financial reasons. Uniform Mandatory: shell, skirt, bow, shoes, jacket Optional: backpack, warm up pants Anticipated Costs Per Participant Subject to change $455.00 $565.00 Fundraising options are available if you wish to purchase and personalize the uniform Choreography / Music $140.00 Donations requested Competitions $75.00 Donations requested Practice wear & Miscellaneous items (poms, signs, other squad needs) $140 Donations requested Tumbling Classes $64.50 Optional Class offered through Fun N Fit Gymnastics Nationals $100.00 Donations requested Parent Signature Date
LBMS Cheerleader Agreement Expected Behavior All cheer and Luther Middle School guidelines must be followed at all times. Consequences will be issued for misbehavior or poor conduct Promote a positive image for the school community your peers, parents, teachers, and community members While representing LBMS, cheerleaders must not: Drink alcoholic beverages Use controlled substances Use tobacco products Show unsportsmanlike conduct Use profanity Put anything inappropriate on social media No drama, bullying or talking bad about teammates Show displays of affection Be academically dishonest Cheerleaders must wear the designated uniform or cheer gear to school on the day of the coach s choosing. Attend all practices and competitions. Your attitude and ability to work with other different personalities must be exceptional. Lying or fabricating the truth will not be tolerated and can result in immediate termination from the squad. Part of a coach s job is to know where you are at all times during practices, competitions, and special events. Cheerleaders cannot wear or loan LBMS cheerleading uniforms/outfits when attending non-cheerleading activities. All official cheerleading decisions and activities will be made by the coaching staff. All coaches and captains are to be given respect and cooperation by cheerleaders and parents at all times. Lack of respect Consequences will be issued for failure to follow the coach s direction or to stay in assigned areas during events. While safety is our number one goal, please understand that you should expect bumps, bruises, and other occasional minor injuries. This is all part of cheerleading. Any cheerleader leaving the squad or being asked to leave for ANY reason before the end of the season, will forfeit ALL money. Practices Squads will have practices each week. A tentative schedule will be given out at the beginning of each month. Cheerleaders are expected to come to ALL PRACTICES, and other schedules should revolve around cheerleading practices. Additional practices may be added when needed. During Practice season, practices are usually held on Tuesdays 2:30-5:30 and Thursdays 3:30-5:30.
During Competition weeks practices will be held every day. Usually right after school but there is a possibility of night time or before school practices. Practices can be added at any time by the coach and should be attended by all cheerleaders. NO cell phones during practice NO other drinks besides water NO eating during practice unless medically necessary with note from Dr. All cheerleaders must follow practice dress attire: Team Shirt Team Shorts Athletic shoes NO Jewelry Hair up in a pony tail * Complete uniform includes sports bra, hair bow, white socks, shoes, hair pulled up, no jewelry, glitter, or fingernail polish. Your nails must be trimmed short, and no acrylic nails or tips will be worn during the season. I am interested in being a cheerleader at Luther Burbank Middle School. I understand the risks stated above. If selected, I promise to abide by the Luther Burbank school code and the rules and expectations as dictated on this page. I promise to cooperate and follow the instructions of the coach and to display positive school spirit at all times. Student Signature Date PARENT AGREEMENT I understand and will support my child following the Cheerleader Agreement. I also understand the importance of attendance. As a parent I must be respectful of the coach, cheerleaders, fellow parents and LBMS staff. I will support team fundraising events and competitions by having my child participate. I understand that failure to follow school district rules or by being disrespectful my child may be removed from the program. Parent Signature Date
Physician Participation / Health Form Please complete or provide a copy of athlete s last physical Name of Athlete: Grade Age THIS STUDENT MAY PARTICIPATE IN CHEERLEADING Yes No If No Please explain Restrictions Date of examination: Physician Signature: PHYSICIANS: PLEASE PLACE NAME AND ADDRESS STAMP HERE. Examining Physician Print Name Address Telephone
LBMS Cheerleading 2017-2018 Information Sheet Please NEATLY PRINT the following information regarding the candidate and his/her parents or legal guardians. CANDIDATE INFORMATION Name: Address: Home # ( ) Cell # ( ) Date of Birth E-mail Address: PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION Mother: Cell Phone: ( ) Father: Cell Phone: ( ) Family E-mail Address:
Personal Tryout Sheet 2017-2018 Student Name: Tryout Number- (leave blank) Current Grade Level: School you attended 16-17: Do you have any cheerleading experience? If so how many years? What programs: Choir? Which group? Band? ASB? Drama? What outside sports or clubs are you a member of? What gymnastic skills can you perform proficiently? (meaning you are capable of doing the skill on a mat by yourself) Check all that apply: Standing Back hand spring Running Round off back hand spring Running Round off back handspring back tuck Running Round off back tuck Standing Back tuck Back walkover (not stopping this is not a bridge kick over) Front walkover (not stopping this is not a bridge kick over) Please Paste a Current Picture of yourself