ORANGE PARK HIGH SCHOOL ORANGE AND WHITE SQUAD CHEERLEADING CONSTITUTION AND TRYOUT PACKET PURPOSE

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2017-2018 ORANGE PARK HIGH SCHOOL ORANGE AND WHITE SQUAD CHEERLEADING CONSTITUTION AND TRYOUT PACKET PURPOSE The purpose of this organization is to promote and uphold school spirit, develop good sportsmanship among students, support athletic programs and build positive relationships not only in the community but the administration, faculty, band, athletic teams, and other school organizations as well. The highest priority should be to display and encourage spirit and pride for OPHS. Thank you for your interest in trying out for the Orange Park High School Cheerleading squads. If you have any questions, please contact Tyler Sason tyler.sason@myoneclay.net or Christy Fowler at christy.fowler@myoneclay.net Please read and understand all of the enclosed information before tryouts. TRYOUT INFORMATION TRYOUT ELIGIBILITY To be eligible for the 2017-2018 cheerleading season, a student must: All paperwork completed and turned in by June 2 nd. You will not be allowed to try out if your paperwork is not submitted on time. Have cumulative 2.0 cumulative GPA for current OPHS students If below a 2.0, you will be considered probationary until the end of the summer. If by the start of the school year, you have not brought your GPA up to a 2.0, you will be dismissed from the squad. Maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA throughout the year for current 8 th graders Grades are monitored periodically No outstanding balance of money owed to OPHS Cheer from previous year CHEERLEADING CLINIC AND TRYOUTS PROCEDURES Cheer Clinics will be held on June 5 th - 8 th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tryout material will be taught during this time. Tryouts will be held on June 9 th (10:00 am for White Squad AND 2:00 pm for Orange Squad) Tryouts will be CLOSED to the public All paperwork must be turned in before you will be allowed to participate in clinics or tryouts. You will not be allowed to participate in cheer clinics or tryouts if any of the following forms are missing or incomplete. The completed OPHS Athletics Paperwork Packet must be on file with the coach before a squad member can participate in clinic, tryouts, practices, or performances. Cheerleader Application and Information Sheet Statement of Permission and Agreement Paperwork can be dropped off at the front office or mailed to: Attn: Tyler Sason, Orange Park High School, 2300 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, Florida 32073. Tryouts will consist of performing designated skills in front of coaches and/or judges in small groups. Skills that will be judged include, but are not limited to: stunts, cheer technique, voice, motions, jumps, dance, rhythm, tumbling, and overall spirit. All material necessary to try out will be taught at the tryout clinic. Attendance at the clinic is mandatory. 1 of 11

CHEERLEADING CLINIC AND TRYOUTS PROCEDURES CONTINUED... Teacher and coach evaluations will be factored into the athlete s overall score. Each candidate will be rated by 6 teachers and a coach based on attendance, punctuality, attitude, respect, leadership skills, cooperation, and conduct Selection of the team will be based on point totals assigned by judges, teacher evaluations, and need for cheerleaders on each squad The coaches reserve the right to make preliminary cuts before the final judged tryout All decisions regarding squad placement are at the discretion of the coaches. It is possible for a cheerleader to be placed on a team he or she did not originally try out for. This is necessary to ensure each team member has a uniform and both teams are fielded with adequate personnel. Tryout scores will be destroyed and will not be discussed with cheerleader or parents once squads are named. WHAT TO WEAR FOR CLINIC AND TRYOUTS During clinic days please wear comfortable, school-appropriate shorts (briefs) and a t-shirt. Dress as if you would dress for cheerleading practice. Sports bras must be worn underneath your shirt. No spandex, denim, basketball, or pajama shorts. All jewelry must be removed before clinics and tryouts including, but not limited to ear, nose, tongue, and belly piercings (we will be checking). No artificial nails or colors. Your hair should also be worn off of your shoulders. On official tryout day, you will need to wear appropriate shorts and a t-shirt (same requirements as above). You may coordinate outfits with your tryout partner. Your hair should be off your shoulders, and no jewelry should be worn or artificial nails. Any clothing with an OPHS logo is not permitted for clinic or tryouts. SQUAD DESCRIPTIONS Both Squads Members of either squad may be moved to another squad at the coach s discretion based on skills and need Can be a CO-ED cheerleading teams based on needs and numbers No cheerleader will be excused from games without prior approval from the coaches. Squad members will be allowed to participate on all-star squads or other sports and activities as long as they meet their obligation to the OPHS Cheerleading team first. By trying out for this program, all cheerleaders are trying out for a competitive cheerleading program. All cheerleaders are expected to understand that if selected for the competition team, they will be required to compete. This includes selected cheerleaders from both Orange and White Squads Orange Squad For all seniors (Male and Female): You will try out for the orange squad only even if you do not wish to compete. You will still be expected to practice with Orange Squad and will be dismissed at coach s request. You are expected to fill in when needed. The Orange Squad will participate in the following events: Competitions (All Competitions), Varsity Football (All Games Home and Away), Pep Rallies, Raider Roar, JV and Varsity Basketball (Selected Home and In-County Away Games), Girls Basketball (Selected Home and In-County Away Games) White Squad The White Squad will participate in the following events: Junior Varsity Football (All Home and Some In County Away Games), Pep Rallies, Raider Roar, JV and Varsity Basketball (Selected Home and In-County Away Games), Girls Basketball (Selected Home and In-County Away Games) CRITERIA FOR SELECTION 2 of 11

Both Squads COED or Quad Group Stunt (Video submissions accepted) A cheer, chant, and dance that will be taught to you during the clinic Males must demonstrate a chant with megaphone Jumps Including: a toe touch, right or left hurdler, and double jump of your choice (Descriptions and pictures of these jumps can be found on the UCA website) You may be required to create and demonstrate an original cheer Athleticism and physical fitness Good conduct in and out of school, scholastic achievement, and eligibility Attitude, initiative, teamwork, leadership, work ethic, enthusiasm, and coachability Orange Squad All grade levels may try out for Orange Squad. All seniors will try out for the Orange Squad only Flyers trying out for this squad may be required to stunt in all positions such as base or backspot Minimum stunt ability for bases and flyers on this squad are extension full down cradles and liberty pop-offs Males trying out for the Orange Squad must perform an unassisted toss hands and lib attempt Tumbling is required for this team. Each potential cheerleader must attempt a running tumbling pass (minimum round-off rebound) Females must attempt a back handspring or tuck White Squad All grade levels may try out for the White Squad except for seniors. Males trying out for the White Squad must perform a pencil toss Tumbling is not a requirement but is recommended. You will have a chance to demonstrate your for running and/or standing tumbling abilities for the judges COST There are several financial obligations that must be met in order to cheer at Orange Park High School. Each cheerleader will be given the opportunity to raise money through several fundraising events throughout the season. However, due to collection issues the following must occur. If your cheerleader makes one of the squads, there will be a meeting where she/he will list the cheer items she needs. We will be ordering them through Varsity Spirit Wear, the leading cheer apparel company. Each cheerleader will be responsible for making payments directly to Varsity Spirit Wear through their payment portal at varsity.com. Payment due date will be determined on uniform fitting day. Items must be paid for before they are shipped from Varsity. Failure to have the proper equipment, materials and clothes will result in the cheerleader not being able to participate in cheer-related activities. Approximate Item Cost: New Cheerleader (Equipment Only) - $200-$400 Returning Cheerleader (Equipment Only) - $100-$200 Cheer Camp (Includes Camp Shirts, Snacks, and Lunch on Final Day of Camp) - $300 Competition (Fees and Transportation) - $400 *All monies for Cheer Camp are due by June 23 rd. The cost of $300 is an approximation and is subject to change based on UCA s total cost per camper, number of participants, clothing, and food cost. Please be prepared to have this amount of money in the event that you make the team. 3 of 11

REQUIRED IMPORTANT DATES (Attendance is Mandatory) June 2, 2017 All Tryout Paperwork Due to Coach Sason June 5, 2017 in the Cafeteria then Track 4-7pm: Cheer Clinic and Conditioning June 6-8, 2017 in the Gym 4-7pm: Cheer Clinic and Conditioning June 9, 2017 in the Gym 10am: White Squad Tryouts 2pm: Orange Squad Tryouts 7pm: Squads posted to OPHS Cheer Website June 12, 2017 in the Cafeteria 6:30pm: Parent AND Cheerleader Meeting (will give out official Summer Calendar at this meeting) June 13, 2017 in the Cafeteria 12:30pm: Uniform Fitting and Varsity Orders (Cheerleaders only) June PRACTICES: June 16th & 17th (7-9am in Gym, 9-10 on Track) June 20th & 22nd (4-6pm in Gym) June 23rd (7-9am in Gym, CHEER CAMP FEES DUE) June 24th (7-9am in Gym, 9-10 on Track) June 27th, 28th, 29th, and 30th (2-4pm in Gym) July Calendar will be released by mid-june July 13, 2017 in the Gym 12:00pm - 6:00pm (times are subject to change) UCA Home Camp DAY 1 July 14-15, 2017 in the Gym 7:00am - 4:00pm (times are subject to change) UCA Home Camp DAY 2-3 TBD in the Cafeteria Freshman Connection August Calendar will be released by mid-july 4 of 11

2017-2018 Orange Park High School Cheerleading Constitution MAINTAINING ELIGIBILITY In order to remain eligible to cheer at OPHS, all cheerleaders must meet the following requirements: Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0; this is set by the FHSAA. Grades are monitored periodically A cheerleader may be put on academic probation if grades fall below a 2.0. For competitive cheering, a cheerleader will not be allowed to be on the squad without a 2.0 at all times. The conditions of Academic Probation are as follows: No participation in practice, games, or performances No appearance as a cheerleader at any officially sanctioned event. If a member of a squad is removed from a position, a replacement may be considered by the coach, Athletic Director, and Principal. ***Exception for summer practices as noted above in Tryout Eligibility*** No excessive absences or tardies. See attendance requirements below No excessive referrals or negative teacher reports No outstanding balance of money owed to OPHS Cheer If a cheerleader is dismissed or resigns, they are expected to do the following at the time of resignation/dismissal: squad uniforms and any other school property must be returned to the coach. Extenuating reasons for resignation will be taken into account. This is a decision that will be made by the coach. Physicals and athletic paperwork required by FHSAA must be up to date at all times in order to participate in any practice, game, competition, or any other event. SAFETY 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 and is to be expected with any contact-heavy activity. No jewelry (including body piercings) is to be worn at any practice, game, or competition. This is a safety issue and is also a National Cheer Federation and FHSAA rule. See Attire for further details Nails must be trimmed short, and no acrylic nails or tips can be worn. For their own safety, no cheerleader is allowed to go anywhere alone when he/she is at a game. They must go in groups of three or more. Part of a coach s job is to know where you are at all times during practices, games, and special events. Consequences will be issued for failure to follow the coach s direction or to stay in assigned areas during events. PRACTICE ATTIRE Practice clothes must be appropriate and in good taste. The coach will make that decision. Sports bras must be worn underneath practice clothes. No spandex shorts, spaghetti straps, crop, or midriff tops are allowed. Teams will wear matching clothes on practice days. This is to ensure that appropriate dress is worn during practice and to assist with visual cleanliness while practicing motions, dances, and cheers. Damaged or lost practice attire will be replaced by the cheerleader at their own expense. Practice shirts are not to be altered in any way. No jewelry (this includes body piercings) is to be worn at any practice, game, or competition. This is a safety issue and is also a National Cheer Federation and FHSAA rule. Cheerleaders must keep hair in a ponytail, braids, etc. Hair must also be out of face when cheering. Poms and megaphones are considered practice attire and must be brought to all practices. 5 of 11

UNIFORMS Game Day attire to school will be decided upon by the coaches and/or captains. If you do not wear the appropriate game day attire to school, you will be required to sit out for the game. Uniforms are issued by the school and are property of the OPHS Athletic Department. If for at any reason a cheerleader quits or is dismissed, he/she is expected to return all uniforms/equipment within five days of the termination. Washing instructions will be provided when uniforms are distributed. At the end of basketball season, uniforms are expected to be returned clean, folded, and in a large trash bag with the cheerleader s name on the bag. Uniform tops are not to be placed in the clothes dryer and must be line-dried only. All altered uniforms must be restored to their original size before being turned in at the end of the cheering season. Damaged or lost uniforms will be replaced by the cheerleader at their own expense. No jewelry (this includes body piercings) is to be worn at any practice, game, or competition. This is a safety issue and is also a National Cheer Federation and FHSAA rule. Cheerleaders must keep hair in a ponytail, braids, etc. Hair must also be out of face when cheering. Poms and Megaphones must be brought to all practices, games, and/or competitions. BEHAVIOR AND PROFESSIONALISM Cheerleaders will be a positive representative of OPHS at all times. A cheerleader will promote good sportsmanship at all times. Violation of this rule may result in dismissal from the squad. Behavior in or out of uniform including behavior at games or competitions is also subject to this rule. No cheerleader will, in any way, insult or offend another team or squad. The coach will make the decision if this occurs. This includes posting inappropriate pictures, videos, or comments on social media. This will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Use your good judgement when utilizing social media. Violation of the following may result in dismissal from the squad (provided there is evidentiary support): o Use of drugs not under the supervision of a doctor. o Suspension with recommendation for expulsion from school, unless meeting with principal changes this. o Improper conduct in or out of uniform as determined by the coach, athletic director, or principal. o Drinking o Smoking Any cheerleader who uses any form of communication to libel another squad member may be removed from the squad. This will include but is not limited to facebook, twitter, snapchat, instagram, email, texting, etc. Proof of this communication must be made, but once it occurs, the coach and an administrator will determine the abuse of each case and its subsequent consequence. Social media is monitored on a regular basis. o Any consequence given as a result of this infraction will be upheld by the school athletic director and administration. Absolutely no PDA while wearing any OPHS cheerleading uniforms or attire. This rule applies during all practices, games, and/or competitions and while cheerleaders are in the community. PARTICIPATION IN ATHLETICS AND OTHER ACTIVITIES During the cheerleading season (from June - February), cheerleaders may only participate in other sports teams or activities with the prior approval of both coaches/sponsors for each activity. Cheerleading may overlap another sport as long as obligations and responsibilities to cheerleading are met first. Males participating in football or basketball may join the competitive cheerleading squad without prior participation in fall sideline cheer so long as the coaches from both teams and school athletics/administration agree to said athlete s participation on a case-by-case basis and the athlete is in good academic and athletic standing with the school. FUNDRAISING Ample opportunities for fundraising will be provided throughout the year. However, fundraising may not necessarily offset all of the costs for participating in cheerleading. The cheerleader is expected to meet all of their financial obligations to the cheer program and must pay the balance owed to the program when it is due. Every cheerleader will be expected to support all fundraising events which support the team. Failure to attend fundraising events without prior approval will be considered an unexcused absence. Failure to participate and meet your quota of fundraising can result in dismissal from the squad. ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS 6 of 11

ABSENCES CAN BE THE DOWNFALL OF A GREAT CHEERLEADING SQUAD! If one or more squad members are absent from a practice, game, or competition, stunts can not go up and the other members are forced to make last minute changes. This can be both stressful and dangerous to other squad members. Two or more unexcused absences from practices and/or games may be considered grounds for dismissal from the team. The coach may assign alternative consequences such as community service, essays, or Saturday School for failure to attend practices, games, or competitions. Cheerleaders will be required to sign-in and sign-out for every practice, game, and/or competition. Cheerleaders are not to leave unless they have signed-out with their coach. A clipboard will be provided with the sign-in/sign-out sheet for practices, games, and/or competitions. PRACTICE REQUIREMENTS: Regulated sideline practices during football season will be 3 to 4 times per week maximum during the season. Basketball will be two times per week maximum. Pre-season practices are practices following tryouts and preceding a designated sport. These may be called by the coach or captain for the purpose of preparing for summer camp, pep rallies, homecoming, etc. These practices will be approved by the coach and cheerleaders will be given ample warning. All cheerleaders must attend summer practices and camp, this is mandatory. Failure to meet these two requirements will result in dismissal from the squad unless prior approval of the coach is given. Work, appointments, and/or other activities are not an excuse. See below for family vacation policy. During the cheerleading season, no other activity is allowed to replace practice. If a cheerleader wishes to participate in another activity he or she must first come to cheer practice and if time allows, may leave practice early to attend other events. You will be expected to be at all practices. Jobs, club activities, extracurricular activities, doctor s appointments, etc. must not interfere with cheerleading and should be scheduled around practices and games. A squad member must be present at the last practice prior to a game or performance, if you are absent for the last practice before a game or performance, you will sit out for the game or performance. Squads will have practices each week. A tentative schedule will be given out at the beginning of each month. All practices are mandatory, and other schedules should revolve around cheerleading practices. Additional practices may be added on an as-needed basis. GAME AND/OR COMPETITION REQUIREMENTS: If you commit to cheerleading you are committing to attend every game and/or competition. Unexcused absences are those caused by anything other than illness or family emergencies. In addition, any unexcused absence will result in not being able to cheer for the game that week. You must be at the game but will sit in a chair or on the track on the sidelines of the field/court. Use of cell phones and sitting with friends, etc. will not be permitted. You will be expected to be at all games and/or competitions. Jobs, club activities, extracurricular activities, doctor s appointments, etc. must not interfere with cheerleading and should be scheduled around practices, games, and/or competitions. As stated in the Guidelines for OPHS Athletes, students must be present half the school day to be eligible for games scheduled for that day. Attendance will be checked on game days. Cheerleaders who are absent will still attend these games in full uniform, but will sit out on the sidelines. A squad member must be present at the last practice prior to a game or performance, if you are absent for the last practice before a game or performance, you will sit out for the game or performance. Cheerleaders will be required to arrive to games 30 minutes to 1 hour prior to start of game. If a cheerleader is to miss a game the coach must be notified one week in advance or this will be an unexcused absence for a game, unless due to an extenuating circumstance. The criteria for excusing the absence is at the coach s discretion. Cheerleaders must be at the bus for away games 30 minutes before the bus arrives. The coach will give them the arrival times in advance and post them on the website. Football games are typically held on Thursdays for JV and Fridays for Varsity. You will also be given a football schedule at the beginning of the season. Cheerleaders are expected to be present at all games, including playoff games for both football and basketball. ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS CONTINUED... If a student is assigned to ISS because due to behavior concerns, the student may not participate in any scheduled event for that week example: if you have ISS on Monday, you will not cheer for the game that week. You will still attend game day 7 of 11

ready in full uniform. Athletes benched for ISS will be counseled and/or dismissed from the squad for OSS at the coach s discretion. Unexcused absences are those caused by anything other than illness or family emergencies. In addition, any unexcused absence will result in not being able to cheer for the game that week. You must be at the game but will sit in a chair on the sidelines of the field/court. Use of cell phones and sitting with friends, etc. will not be permitted. If you are going on a family vacation, you will be required to submit to the coach, in writing, the destination and duration of your vacation. The letter must verify you are on vacation with FAMILY and be signed by a parent. All other absences for vacation will not be considered excused. No exceptions will be made for summer cheer camp or competitions. If you are ill or have a family emergency, the coach must be notified by a parent or guardian via phone call (leave message if no answer), email, or signed parent note in order for this absence to be excused. Text messages are not an acceptable means of excusing an absence by cheerleaders or parents. Please notify the coach before the absence is to occur. Only under extreme circumstances will prior notice not be expected, however a written letter or email of explanation is required after the emergency situation has subsided. COMMUNICATION Open lines of communication are key to the success of any program. Please adhere to the following guidelines in regards to communications between cheerleaders, parents, and school staff: Please use only an approved form of communication when attempting to contact coaches and athletic staff Phone call or text message (Coach Sason: 904-502-7702; Coach Fowler: 904-449-8145) Email (Coach Sason: tyler.sason@myoneclay.net ; Coach Fowler: christy.fowler@myoneclay.net ) Handwritten and signed letter Face-to-face meeting No phone calls or texts to coaches between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Monday - Saturday or any on Sunday Please allow up to 24 hours for response If you have any questions or concerns, please respect the following chain of command: Coaches: Tyler Sason & Christy Fowler Athletic Director: Michael Harrison School Principal: Clayton Anderson 8 of 11

Cheerleader Application and Information Sheet PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS FORM ON OR BEFORE JUNE 2 ND. PRINT LEGIBLY. Section I (Cheerleader Information) Name: Current Grade/School: Birth Date: I am interested in trying out for which team? White Squad Orange Squad *Check one or both. Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors may try out for both squads. Seniors will try out for Orange Squad only. Coaches will make the final determination as to which team you will be on. If you are asked to cheer on a certain squad or competition team, you must do so at the coach s request. Failure to abide by this rule will result in dismissal from the team, without exception. Flyer COED Flyer Main Base Side Base Backspot *Please check all that apply T-shirt Size: Do you have a physical on file at OPHS (Y or N)? Exp. Date: Address: City/State: Zip: Cheerleader s Phone Number: Cheerleader s E-mail: Section II (Parental Information) Parent s First and Last Name: Address: City/State: Zip: *If different Parent's Phone Number: Parent s E-mail: Section III (Liability Release) I give my permission for to attend clinics and tryout for the Orange Park High School Cheerleading Squads. We will not hold Orange Park High School, the Clay County School Board, or cheerleading sponsors responsible in case of accidents. We (Cheerleader and Parent) have read this tryout information packet in its entirety and will adhere to the rules and guidelines described above. By signing this page, I understand that each cheerleader must submit the completed application, OPHS athletic paperwork packet and have a current physical on file in order to participate in clinics and tryouts. Parent Signature: Cheerleader Signature: 9 of 11

Statement of Permission and Agreement If you make the cheerleading squad, realize that you are making a commitment to Orange Park High School, your coaches, your teammates, and yourself for the complete season (full year). The decision to tryout should not be taken lightly. You will be expected to make cheerleading one of your top priorities. Furthermore, as a representative of OPHS, you must maintain proper behavior at all times. You must follow the cheerleading guidelines set forth in the Orange Park High School Cheerleading Constitution. Students who break the rules will be disciplined according to the Cheerleading Constitution and/or at the coach's discretion. Cheering for the Orange Park High School Raiders is a privilege and should be treated as such. By making this commitment to the Orange Park High School Cheerleading program, you will receive many valuable and rewarding experiences that you will remember long after you graduate from high school. These activities will channel your enthusiasm and spirit in a constructive and beneficial manner, and will give you a sense of pride and accomplishment in your achievements. Cheerleader Agreement I,, have read and understand the 2017-2018 OPHS Cheerleading Tryout Information Packet and Constitution. I agree to abide by the policies described above if I am chosen as a member of the squad. I agree with the information in these documents and understand that failure to adhere to these rules, policies, and procedures can result in dismissal from the squad. Cheerleader Signature: Parent/Guardian Statement of Permission I,, the parent or legal guardian of, have read and understand the 2017-2018 OPHS Cheerleading Tryout Information Packet and Constitution. I agree to abide by the policies described above if my child is chosen as a member of the squad. I also agree to the financial obligations as they are described in the information provided. I understand that failure by myself or my child to adhere to these policies can result in dismissal from the squad. Parent Signature: 10 of 11

2017-2018 Orange Park High School Cheerleading Constitution Acknowledgement Page *Please sign and return at parent meeting* By signing below you are making a commitment to Orange Park High School, your coaches, your teammates, and yourself for the complete season (full year). This decision should not be taken lightly. The Orange Park High School Cheerleading program is a competitive cheerleading program. All cheerleaders are expected to understand that if selected for the competition team, they will be required to compete. This includes selected Orange and White Squad cheerleaders. Failure to abide by this policy may result in dismissal. 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, malicious, libelous, or slanderous verbiage will not be tolerated and will be considered grounds for dismissal. As a representative of OPHS, you must maintain proper behavior at all times. You must follow the cheerleading guidelines set forth in the Orange Park High School Cheerleading Constitution. Cheering for the Orange Park High School Raiders is a privilege and should be treated as such. By making this commitment to the Orange Park High School Cheerleading program, you will receive many valuable and rewarding experiences that you will remember long after you graduate from high school. These activities will channel your enthusiasm and spirit in a constructive and beneficial manner, and will give you a sense of pride and accomplishment in your achievements. Coaches reserve the right to make changes/additions to the rules as needed and with prior stakeholder notification. Cheerleader Statement of Agreement I,, have read and understand the 2017-2018 OPHS Cheerleading Constitution and I agree to abide by the policies described herein. I am in agreement with the information contained in this document and understand that failure to adhere to these rules, policies, and procedures may result in dismissal from the squad. Cheerleader Signature: Parent/Guardian Statement of Permission and Agreement I,, the parent or legal guardian of, have read and understand the the 2017-2018 OPHS Cheerleading Constitution and I agree to abide by the policies described herein. I also agree to the financial obligations as they are described in the tryout information provided. I understand that failure by myself or my child to adhere to these policies may result in their dismissal from the squad. Parent Signature: 11 of 11