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2015-2016 Riverwatch Middle School Cheerleading Tryout Checklist

*** The following items must be returned with this checklist and folder to Coach Barlow in room 246 by the end of the day on August 14 Name: ______

______Tryout Application

______Completed Cheerleader Physical Form (RMS website: Extracurricular Tab: Physical and Insurance Information on Left Margin: Due 8/17).

______Emergency Release Form

______Cheerleading Program Guidelines Agreement

______Photocopy of report card from 4th nine weeks from the previous school year (2014-2015)

*There will be a tryout clinic August 17-19 4:30-6:00**

Riverwatch Middle School Cheerleading Clinic and Tryouts August 17-19 4:30-6:00  Both male and female athletes may tryout  Clinic will be held August 17-19 from 4:30-6:00  All participants must be dressed out and in the gym by 4:30  Tryouts will be held on Wednesday, August 19 , beginning at 4:30  All participants must wear a plain white shirt and black shorts on Friday for judging

Candidates need to come to clinic each day prepared. This tryout will not be the traditional tryout in the sense that candidates will be judged each day on attitude, punctuality, cooperation, respect for authority, willingness to learn and ability to learn material quickly. These behaviors will be observed during the four days in order to help the coach make decisions about squad placement. The cheer will be judged on precision, enthusiasm, and execution. Dance will be judged on uniformity and motions. Overall performance will be scored on facial expressions, volume, voice, fluid motions, spacing, confidence, energy and recovery.

Requirements:  You MUST turn in a current physical with your application (the blue packet) NOTE: It is very important that the ENTIRE packet is completed and turned in with this folder.  Must have outstanding behavior in all classes. You must turn in two teacher recommendation forms from the previous school year: 2014-2015. This ensures that the recommending teacher knows the candidate well enough to give a thorough and honest recommendation.  PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND ALL TRY-OUT DATES!*  Attend all choreography sessions.  Participate in all fund raisers and community service activities.  Maintain high academic standards.  Participate in all pre/post-game activities and preparations.  Attend all games and practices.  Participate in all playoff games regardless of holidays and All-star Cheerleading.  Both participants and parents must understand the time involved in cheerleading: summer practice, after school practice, games and competitions. Academic Eligibility o Eligibility will be based on the grades posted on the report card for the second semester during the 2014-2015 school year. A candidate failing 2 or more classes is not eligible for the squad. This includes an average of connection classes. Grades will be checked by the coach, if at that time the cheerleader does not meet eligibility the student will forfeit his/her place on the squad and another student may be placed on the squad.

The following is what coaches and judges will be looking for:  Good Attitude (Teacher recommendations and participation during clinic)  Jumps (Toe Touch, Herkie, Pike, etc…)  Dance (timing, coordination and precise motions)  Cheer- spirit, voice projection and motions- solid arm movements (stiff and precise)  Tumbling and stunting are not permitted in basketball cheerleading per county policy.

Cheerleading Cost (for the parents)  Basketball- $600 o Includes: clothing, choreography, team building , pre-game meals, and some miscellaneous items

**Clinic and tryouts are closed to ALL spectators. No one (parents, friends, etc…) will be allowed to watch. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Coach Messina or Coach Barlow. Score Sheet Jumps

Candidate #______Grand Total 10______

Category Possible Points Points Earned

Jumps-toes pointed, good height 10 ______Toe Touch 5______Jump of Choice 5______

Comments: Riverwatch Middle School Tryout Score Sheet

Candidate #______Grand Total: ______

Directions: Candidates for the below categories can earn the following: 1= Does Not Meet 3= Meets 5=Exceeds - A judge may choose to use 2 and 4 if they feel the candidate is moving - towards the next level but not quite there. These scores will then be - added and multiplied by 3 for a maximum total of 90 points. - -

Category Score

Knowledge

Motions/sharpness

Presentation

Timing/Knowledge

Motions

Presentation

Total:______x3=______

Comments:

RIVERWATCH CHEERLEADING APPLICATION Full Name: ______Date of Birth: ______

Current Grade Level: _____ First nine weeks First Period Teacher: ______

Address: ______

City, State, Zip: ______

Home Phone: ______Parent Cell #:______

Parent's Names: ______

***I have read the cheerleading agreement for the 2015-2016 school year and understand both the time and financial commitment for the program(s)

Student signature: ______

Parent signature: ______

Riverwatch Middle School Emergency Information Form Cheerleading Athlete’s name: ______

Address: ______

Home Phone #:______

Cell Phone#:______

Parent/Guardian Information

Father: ______Work phone: ______Cell Phone: ______

Mother: ______Work phone: ______Cell phone: ______

Name of Primary Insurance: ______

Policy Number: ______

In case of an emergency, contact above persons or contact:

Name: ______

Phone: ______Other: ______

Relationship: ______

In case of an emergency involving my/our child, ______, and no contact indicated on this form can be reached, I/we give permission to school personnel to arrange for the athlete to be taken to a local emergency room and I/we authorize the hospital medical personnel to administer any necessary medical care.

______Date Parent/Guardian Signature

Riverwatch Middle School Cheerleading Teacher Evaluation

Cheerleader: ______Grade: ______Subject: ______

Evaluation Scale: 1= poor 2= needs improvement 3= fair 4= above average 5= excellent

Ability to get along with others: ______

Attentiveness in class: ______

Personality (role model for others): ______

Quality of work in and out of class: ______

Punctuality/ Reliability: ______

General Attitude: ______

Attendance Record: ______

General grooming and appearance: ______

Maturity: ______

Comments: ______

Overall Recommendation: _____ Do Not Recommend _____ Recommend _____ Highly Recommend

Teacher: ______Date: ______

*** Due August 17, 2015 TEACHERS: Please place completed evaluations in Lindsey Messina’s box or mail to Riverwatch Middle School ATTN: Lindsey Messina 610 James Burgess Road Suwanee, Georgia 30024

Riverwatch Middle School Cheerleading Teacher Evaluation Cheerleader: ______

Grade: ______Subject: ______

Evaluation Scale: 1= poor 2= needs improvement 3= fair 4= above average 5= excellent

Ability to get along with others: ______

Attentiveness in class: ______

Personality (role model for others): ______

Quality of work in and out of class: ______

Punctuality/ Reliability: ______

General Attitude: ______

Attendance Record: ______

General grooming and appearance: ______

Maturity: ______

Comments: ______

Overall Recommendation: _____ Do Not Recommend _____ Recommend _____ Highly Recommend

Teacher: ______Date: ______

*** Due August 17, 2015 TEACHERS: Please place completed evaluations in Lindsey Messina’s box or mail to Riverwatch Middle School ATTN: Lindsey Messina 610 James Burgess Road Suwanee, Georgia 30024

Riverwatch Middle School Cheerleader Agreement

Student Name:______

Parent Agreement: I/We, the parents of the above named student, have read the RMS cheerleader tryout Guidelines and fully understand all the requirements, policies and consequences of improper actions. I/We understand the coaches have final say in my/our child remaining on the squad. I/We acknowledge that there are fees associated with this program, and if selected, the balance of monies due will be paid in full by the due date given. If my child is dismissed from the squad for any reason at any time, I/We fully understand that we will not be entitled to a refund of any portion of the balance paid to the Athletic Department or any expanses paid to the school. I/We agree to discuss all complaints, problems, or discussions first with the squad coach, then the Athletic Director and finally the principal if the need arises. I/We realize that cheering is a team effort and we may be called upon to help in some ways throughout the season which are within our capacity to help. I/We understand that this is a time commitment. I/We understand the importance of our student being present at every game, practice and competition and are committed to help our student be in attendance.

Parent Signature: ______Date: ______

Student Agreement: As a candidate for the RMS cheerleading program, I have fully read the Cheerleading Tryout guidelines and fully understand what is expected of me to remain in good standing. I will keep myself knowledgeable and informed of all rules, and realize that stringent consequences may be invoked for poor behavior or inappropriate actions. I will do all that I can do to uphold the honor of the RMS cheerleading program and Riverwatch Middle School, and will respect my coach, my fellow team members, my school and all persons associated with the school and its athletic programs at all times. I understand that this is a time commitment. I understand the importance of being at EVERY game, practice and competition and am committed to be in attendance.

Student Signature: ______Date:______