2017 2018 Allen ISD Cheer Tryout Meeting Please

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2017 -2018 Allen ISD Cheer Tryout Meeting **Please make sure you have checked in

2017 -2018 Allen ISD Cheer Tryout Meeting **Please make sure you have checked in at your campus’ table**

Cheer Staff Introductions! Curtis Middle School • Celina Hilbrand– 8 th grade • Nicole

Cheer Staff Introductions! Curtis Middle School • Celina Hilbrand– 8 th grade • Nicole Bradrick-Files– 7 th grade Ereckson Middle School • Lashey Lanford– 8 th grade • Liza Saminani– 7 th grade Ford Middle School • Laurie Ingle– 8 th grade • Elizabeth Sophia– 7 th grade

Important Dates: Required Forms Due • February 22 nd by 4: 00 PM •

Important Dates: Required Forms Due • February 22 nd by 4: 00 PM • Delivered to the front office of the campus candidate is trying out for 2 Day Cheer Tryout Clinic • Lowery Freshman Center Gym • March 13 -14 th from 4 -6 PM • It is mandatory to attend both days to be eligible for cheer tryout Cheerleading/Mascot Tryout • March 18 th • Lowery Freshman Center • 8: 30 AM- 12: 00 PM Summer Cheer Camp • July 31 st- August 2 nd • 9: 00 AM- 4: 00 PM • Curtis Middle School

Eligibility A student is eligible to try out for cheerleader or mascot if the

Eligibility A student is eligible to try out for cheerleader or mascot if the following conditions are met: l Student has passed all subjects the preceding grading period (T 2) l Student has not served a disciplinary placement (ISS, OSS, DAEP, JJAEP) l At the time of the tryout, the student is enrolled in the Allen Independent School District and is trying out at the school where the student is registered to attend for the next school year

Expectations • • Commitment Positive Attitude in AND outside of cheer Teamwork Self discipline

Expectations • • Commitment Positive Attitude in AND outside of cheer Teamwork Self discipline • Arriving on time to events-- every time • Prepared (with proper attire) • Ready to work **Grades are based on performances, both in class and at events **ALL of these are MANDATORY if you plan on being an Allen ISD cheerleader

Expectations cont. • Must be able to attend summer camp • July 31 st

Expectations cont. • Must be able to attend summer camp • July 31 st - August 2 nd • Location: CMS • Vacations? Plan them before July 31 st • READ THE GUIDELINES! Be prepared to abide by the guidelines. (Seriously, read every page )

Expectations for parents • Involved • Support cheerleaders, coaches, and program • Positive example

Expectations for parents • Involved • Support cheerleaders, coaches, and program • Positive example • Positive attitude • Able to get cheerleader to and from games on time in appropriate attire

Estimated Costs • A detailed list of items expected to be purchased should have

Estimated Costs • A detailed list of items expected to be purchased should have been picked up at your campus’ table • Camp Fee is an estimated additional $150 • Any questions regarding cost should be addressed with your coach after the presentation

What to expect this year • • Strength & Conditioning Big Sis/Little Sis Occasional

What to expect this year • • Strength & Conditioning Big Sis/Little Sis Occasional Extra Practices Girls will cheer at • Football(home games only) • Basketball (home district only)

Squads 7 th & 8 th Grade Cheerleaders • • • Maximum of 20

Squads 7 th & 8 th Grade Cheerleaders • • • Maximum of 20 members Chosen by 3 certified judges Summer Camp REQUIRED Enrolled in Cheer class period Occasional after school practices 7 th & 8 th Grade Mascots • • Maximum of 2 Summer Camp required Not enrolled in Cheer class period Occasional after school practices to plan pep rallies

Clinic week l Monday 3/13 l Tuesday 3/14 Mandatory 4: 00 - 6: 00

Clinic week l Monday 3/13 l Tuesday 3/14 Mandatory 4: 00 - 6: 00 PM (LFC) l Saturday 3/18 Tryouts 8: 30 AM- 12 PM(LFC) **All events are closed to public **2016 -2017 Scores will be posted on each school’s website after all tryouts have been completed

Day of Tryouts- March 18 • Tryouts will be held at Lowery Freshman Center

Day of Tryouts- March 18 • Tryouts will be held at Lowery Freshman Center • EMS: Check in at 8: 30 AM– Judging begins at 9 AM • FMS: Check in at 9: 30 AM– Judging begins at 10 AM • CMS: Check in at 10: 30– Judging begins at 11 AM • Attire • • • Solid Black Soffee Shorts White T-Shirt (no logo) White Shoes with white socks Hair completely pulled back in ponytail Bow appropriate to school colors No nail polish or jewelry

Selection Criteria Cheerleaders • 200 point maximum score • Individual – • Running Tumbling/Spirited

Selection Criteria Cheerleaders • 200 point maximum score • Individual – • Running Tumbling/Spirited Entrance • Jumps (Toe Touch, Pike, Front Hurdler (right or left side) • Cheer • Standing Tumbling • Group of 4 – • Dance (Fight Song) • Chant Mascots • 200 point maximum score based on a 2 minute skit • Creativity • Use of Props • Character Definition/Exaggeration • Crowd Appeal • Dance • Incorporation of Music • Spirit and Enthusiasm • Overall Impression

Cheerleader Judge Sheet

Cheerleader Judge Sheet

Mascot Judge Sheet

Mascot Judge Sheet

Contact Info. Questions? Contact your coach! • CMS: • 7 th grade candidates– Nicole_Bradrickfiles@allen.

Contact Info. Questions? Contact your coach! • CMS: • 7 th grade candidates– Nicole_Bradrickfiles@allen. ISD. org • 8 th grade candidates– Celina_Hilbrand@allen. ISD. org • EMS: • 7 th grade candidates– Liza_Samiani@allen. ISD. org • 8 th grade candidates– La. Shey_Lanford@allen. ISD. org • FMS: • 7 th grade candidates– Elizabeth_Sophia@allen. ISD. org • 8 th grade candidates– Laurie_Ingle@allen. ISD. org