BETTYE MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL CHEERLEADING 2015-2016All candidates and parents must attend the...

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BETTYE MYERS

MIDDLE SCHOOL

CHEERLEADING

2015-2016

8

th Grade Cheerleading and Mascot

Application Packet

Candidate Name:_______________________________________________


TRYOUT TURN-IN

CHECKLIST

ALL FORMS DUE BY:

Friday, February 27th

, 2015

3:30p.m.

Application

Candidate and Parent Consent and Agreement

Assistant Principal Referral Form

Teacher Evaluation Form

Essay Question Answers

Physical Examination (current)

Copy of 7th

Grade Report Cards

(1st, 2

nd, & 3

rd Nine Weeks)

Tryout Clinic, March 2-5th (Coach will check this box)

MANDATORY TRYOUT PARENT MEETING,

(Coach will check this box)

Tuesday, February 17th

at 6:00p.m. in the BMMS Cafeteria

Please attach all forms, in the above listed order,

to this sheet when complete!


Table of Contents

Tryout Turn-In Checklist ……………………………………………….. Page 2

Table of Contents ……………………………………………………….. Page 3

Financial Obligation …………………………………………………… Page 4

Cheerleader Expectations …………………..………………………. Page 4

Application Process …………………………………………………… Page 6

Physical ………………………………………..…………………. Page 7

Demerits/Merit .………………………………………………………… Page 7

Removal from the squad ………………………………………………… Page 7

Grades …………………………………………………………… Page 7

Business Meetings ……………………………………...……………. Page 8

Practices ……………………………………………………………. Page 8

Games …………………………………………………………… Page 9

Pep Rallies, Parties, Community Service ……………………………….. Page 10

Parent Involvement ……………………………………………………… Page 11

Uniform …………………………………………….…..…………. Page 11

Demerit System ……………………………………………..………… Page 12

Merit System ………………………………...……………….…………. Page 14

Tryout Application …………………………..………………..………… Page 15

Parent and Candidate Consent Form …..…………………….…………. Page 16

Parent and Candidate Agreement Form………….………………………. Page 16

Assistant Principal Referral Form ………………………………………. Page 17

Teacher Evaluation Form …………………………………..…………… Page 18

Candidate Essay Questions ……………………………………………. Page 19

Bettye Myers Middle School’s Cheerleading Program is a spirit program that will

require each team member selected to demonstrate integrity, character, and

spirit on and off the field/court at all times.


FINANCIAL OBLIGATION

Each member MUST purchase all parts of the uniform, as required by BMMS.

Each cheerleader will need to supply a 1-inch binder and 5 tabbed dividers that

he/she will keep chants, monthly calendars, demerits, and other item. He/She

will have to bring the binder to every game and practice. Not doing so may

result in added demerits.

The total to be a cheerleader for the 2015-2016 season is $480.

o Uniform (skirt and shell)

o Bloomers

o Shoes

o Socks (3 pair)

o Camp clothes (2 shirts/2

shorts)

o Warm-ups

o Hair bow

o Bag

o Poms

o UCA Cheerleading Camp

It is VERY important for each member to help with fundraising. Funds raised

will be used to pay for camp. If a cheerleader/mascot raises $140 for camp

through the fundraisers, the total to be a cheerleader will be reduced by that

amount ($140). Fundraiser will be determined at a later date.

Payment may be made in one lump sum at the New Team Member parent

meeting on Tuesday, March 10th

, 2015. Or, payment may be split into three

separate sums as follows:

1st payment ($160) due by Tuesday, March 10, 2015

2nd

payment ($160) due by Tuesday, April 21, 2015

3rd

payment ($20 or $160) due by Tuesday, May 19, 2015

Please make checks payable to “BMMS Cheerleading”. Please put your

child’s name in the memo section.

No refunds will be given. If a cheerleader cannot fulfill his/her responsibilities

and is removed from the squad for any reason, payment will not be reimbursed.

CHEERLEADER ATTITUDE EXPECTATIONS

Each member MUST be willing to abide by all rules and follow directions.

Each member MUST always be respectful of squad members, coach, teachers,

and Administrators. Actions to be avoided include: gossiping, spreading

rumors, talking back to adults, bragging, etc. Not doing so may result in

removal from the squad.


Each member MUST positively represent Bettye Myers Middle School at all

times. This includes in and out of uniform; on and off campus. People know

who you are, and they are always watching. Public Displays of Affection

(PDA’s) are forbidden, especially in uniform.

Each member MUST understand that any decision made by the coach is in the

best interest of the squad.

It is expected that every cheerleader wants to be a cheerleader at all times

during the entire school year. If at any time a cheerleader does not want to

cheer anymore, the coach must be notified immediately. Or, the coach may

choose to remove the cheerleader from the squad, if attitude shows lack of

interest.

Every cheerleader is important to the success of the squad. Cooperation is

essential.

Cheerleaders are expected to behave and perform in an appropriate manner at

all Bettye Myers Middle School games and events.

Give your best at every practice and game and expect the best from those

around you. Work up to your full capacity, rather than “marking” or “walking

through” a practice so everyone knows what to expect.

Proper game etiquette includes:

o Arriving in complete and proper uniform on time

o Smiling, laughing, and enjoying cheering at all times (Cheerleaders are

always being watched!)

o Giving full effort at all games, practices and pep rallies. Lack of effort

will result in cheerleader sitting out.

o Staying in formation (not clustering).

o Paying attention to the game (Not talking to friends, parents, spectators,

or being silly with other squad members).

o Displaying knowledge of the sport by choosing appropriate cheers.

o Not looking bored or tired. This will result in sitting out or being sent

home.

**Each member MUST understand that cheerleading is a

privilege, NOT a right!!**


APPLICATION

Application is open to any Bettye Myers Middle School incoming eighth grade

student.

Selection is based on 7 aspects:

o Administration Referral Form

o Teacher Referral Form

o Response to Essay Questions

o Copy of 7th

Grade Report Cards

o Completion of packet

o Clinic Attendance

o Parent Meeting Attendance

If a student’s performance is unsatisfactory in more than 2 of the 7 above

aspects, he/she will be considered ineligible for the Bettye Myers Cheerleading

Squad.

Candidates must turn in completed packets by:

3:30 p.m. on Friday, February 27th

* * * Turn In Options * * *

1. Turn it in to Coach Lesher in Room B108.

2. Turn it in to the Front Office.

NO LATE PACKETS WILL BE ACCEPTED!


PHYSICAL

All cheerleaders must have a current physical. If you already have a physical

on file for the 2014-2015, please turn that in with your application.

DEMERITS and MERITS

Discipline is a part of any successful organization.

The BMMS cheerleading squad will use a demerit system similar to the Ryan

High School system, in order to prepare cheerleaders for cheerleading at the

next level.

Demerit breakdown is located at the end of this packet.

Accumulation of ten (10) demerits results in at least one (1) week probation.

Fifteen (15) demerits result in at least two (2) weeks suspension, and twenty

(20) demerits may result in dismissal from the team.

Team members will have the opportunity to earn merits each semester. Merits

can only remove demerits earned during the current semester and will not

remove discipline demerits.

REMOVAL FROM THE SQUAD

If a cheerleader is removed from the squad, please realize it is in the best

interest of the current team.

The parent and assistant principal will be communicated with regarding adverse

behavior that may lead to dismissal from the team.

GRADES

Once a cheerleader is selected, he/she MUST maintain a 70 average or above in

every class, preferable an 80 or higher.

If a cheerleader fails for the six weeks, he/she will be on probation until the

progress report. If he/she is failing on the progress report, he/she will be on

probation until the next six weeks report card in compliance with the UIL no

pass, no play guidelines.


BUSINESS MEETINGS

All candidates and parents must attend the mandatory meeting on Tuesday,

February 17th

, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. in the BMMS Cafeteria.

All candidates must attend a MANDATORY Tryout Clinic in the BMMS

Practice Gym Monday, March 2rd

– Thursday, March 5th

, 2015.

Cheerleader selections will be posted on Friday, March 6th

, 2015 at 3:30p.m. on

the Bettye Myers Middle School Cheerleading Website.

Parents of the selected cheerleaders must attend a mandatory meeting on

Tuesday, March 10th

, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. in the BMMS Cafeteria.

All cheerleaders MUST attend summer camp. Camp is August 5-7, 2015 from

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. If your family has already planned a vacation,

please talk to the coach as soon as possible. On the last day, the families are

urged to come to the show off ceremony.

All cheerleaders must come to the uniform fitting on April 10, 2015 in Coach

Lesher’s classroom, during our normal practice time. Parents are urged to

attend, but if they cannot, the coach will sign off on the fittings.

PRACTICES

***Practices – Spring 2015

After school practice will be held tentatively starting Tuesday, March 24th

, 2015

until Friday, May 29th

, 2015 from 3:30p.m. to 5:00p.m. in Coach Lesher’s

room. Practices will be held on Tuesday and Friday of each week.

o Until the cheerleading uniforms arrive, cheerleaders must wear shorts,

BMMS t-shirt, athletic shoes, and ponytails.

***Practices – 2015-2016 Cheer Season

Cheerleading practice will be conducted twice a week during the 2015-2016

cheer season. Practices will be held every Tuesday and Friday from 3:30 –

5:00p.m. However, some extra practices may be called if the coach thinks it is

necessary. It is expected that every cheerleader attend every practice.


All cheerleaders must come to every practice fully dressed out and prepared to

work.

o Designated practice outfit (shirt & shorts)

o White cheer socks

o Cheer shoes

o Sports bra

o Hair pulled back in a ponytail

o No jewelry or gum.

If a cheerleader misses practice, he/she may be ineligible to cheer for the

upcoming week’s game. If a pep rally falls during that week, he/she may also

be ineligible to cheer at the pep rally. He/She will, however, be required to

attend the game in uniform.

Practices are for cheerleaders ONLY. No other students or siblings can stay

after school in the gym area or Coach Lesher’s room.

If a cheerleader must miss a practice, the coach must be notified 24 hours

before the practice.

Only conflicts with other BMMS events will be excused from practice.

GAMES

All cheerleaders must be able to cheer at football games on Tuesday nights and

basketball games on Thursday nights. There could be one or two games on a

Monday or Wednesday night depending on DISD’s school calendar. Only

conflicts with other BMMS events will be excused from games.

If a cheerleader has an unexcused absence from a game, he/she will have to sit

out at the next game (in uniform), as well as earn demerits for the unexcused

absence from the game.

If a cheerleader plays another BMMS sport, he/she will still be required to

cheer at home games and wear her uniform to school that day.

If a cheerleader is to miss on a game day or pep rally day, please call the coach

as soon as possible to inform her.


All cheerleaders must be able to resolve scheduling conflicts prior to practices,

events, or games. If the coach is not told before the conflict, this will count

toward an unexcused absence and demerits will be given.

At the football and basketball games, the coach will designate one cheerleader

to be the “captain” of the week. He/She is chosen by attendance, leadership and

spirit.

PEP RALLIES, PARTIES, COMMUNITY SERVICE ETC.

All candidates must be able to perform at pep rallies and any other

performances that may be required by the coach. The only excuses will be

personal injuries, illnesses, or BMMS functions. Missing a pep rally for any

other reason will not be excused and may result in demerits.

One Community Service project will be completed during each semester.

Every cheerleader must participate in the community service activities. The

community service projects will be determined at a later date.

The cheerleaders will be given the opportunity for many parties throughout the

year. These parties are optional and no one other than cheerleaders and his/her

parents may attend. Please make arrangements for siblings and friends because

they will not be allowed to stay. These parties could include: Summer swim

parties, Holiday parties, and an “End of the Year” Bash. Parents will be

encouraged to participate on the planning committees.

o For the parties, the parents are asked to bring either a food item or paper

product. Sign-up sheets will be e-mailed or sent home.

PARENT INVOLVEMENT

Parents are VITAL to the success of our squad. Cheer parents are encouraged

to volunteer for various activities throughout the year. These volunteer services

could include using your home for a party, using your services for dinners on

game nights, rides for other cheerleaders, etc.

Only parents are allowed to take their cheerleader home. If someone else is

taking your son/daughter home, the coach must have an email, phone call, or

face-to-face conversation with the parent. For the safety of the group,


cheerleaders will not be permitted to ride home with anyone other than their

parents unless prior permission is received from the parent. Failure to inform

the coach may result in a demerit for the cheerleader.

UNIFORM

Once uniforms arrive, ONLY BMMS uniform items can be worn on game days.

Please always wear bloomers with the uniform even if the bottoms of the warm-

ups are worn.

Cheerleaders are expected to be in complete and proper uniform at all

scheduled events and game days. Failure to be in complete and proper uniform

could result in the cheerleader not participating in the scheduled event or

earning a demerit.

A proper uniform consists of:

o Uniform shell

o Uniform skirt

o Bloomers

o Designated white no-

show cheer socks

o BMMS Cheer shoes

o Designated cheer

ribbon/bow

o Hair pulled back in a

ponytail

o No gum

o No jewelry of any kind

o No fake or long nails

o No colored nail polish

(clear or manicure is

acceptable

o For cold days:

Only BMMS warm-ups

will be accepted.

(Worn with uniform)


Bettye Myers Middle School Cheerleading Demerit System

Demerits are issued for improper conduct. Demerits received will only be issued

by the coach and will be in effect for one semester. The coaches decision

regarding demerits is final. Accumulation of ten (10) demerits results in at least

one (1) week probation. Fifteen (15) demerits result in at least two (2) weeks

suspension, and twenty (20) demerits may result in dismissal from the team.

Members and sponsor will both be responsible for keeping track of demerits. At

the end of each semester, the slate will be wiped clean and all cheerleaders will

start from “0”.

1. A demerit probation or suspension will begin on Friday at 4:00p.m. Any

member over the given value at this time may begin their period of

probation/suspension at this time.

2. The probation/suspension will continue if merits have not been earned to

erase demerits past the given number.

Demerits accumulated throughout semester may affect probation, suspension and

dismissal from the squad.

Attendance and Tardies

10 Unexcused absence from performance.

5 Leaving performance without sponsor permission.

3 Leaving practice without sponsor permission.

3 Unexcused absence from after school/early morning practice.

2 Unexcused absence from in-class practice.

3 Tardy for game, roll call, or practice. The member may receive up to

three (3) demerits for being tardy on a given day. He/she will receive

one (1) demerit for every ten minutes they are late.

Uniforms

3 Failure to wear the required uniform to a performance.

3 Lending of any part of uniform to non-members.

1 Improper/Failure to bring practice attire.


Misconduct

15 Using illegal substances (including alcohol and tobacco) while in

uniform or while representing the organization.

10 Disrespect or insubordination to sponsor, captain(s), or fellow members.

10 Receiving in school/ out of school suspension

5 Disrespect to a classroom teacher, principal, or other staff member.

5 Any school or teacher related detention.

5 Public displays of affection at school, in uniform, or in public other than

holding hands.

5 Display of poor conduct (improper language, unacceptable behavior,

attitudes, etc.)

General

5 Lack of participation at performances/practices.

3 Failure to fulfill assignments or instructions assigned by sponsor

(collection of monies, signs, etc.).

2 Excessive talking to family/spectators while performing.

1 After one (1) warning of gum chewing, eating/drinking, and talking

during practice or performance.

1 Not bringing binder to games and/or performances

1 Accumulation of any three (3) warnings.

*The Sponsor reserves the right to give additional demerits, depending on a

given circumstance, for any other infractions of the School Code of Conduct*


Bettye Myers Middle School Cheerleading Merit System

*All merits received by members will be issued by the Coach and will be in effect

for one semester. At the end of each semester, the slate will be wiped clean and all

will start from “0”.

*Merits can only remove demerits earned during the current semester. Merits will

not remove disciplinary demerits.

Merit System

3 Grades of 90% or above in all classes for a nine weeks grading period

3 Perfect attendance record in ALL classes for a nine weeks grading period

(this includes tardies)

3 Volunteering at any community service event (documentation must be

provided to the coach)

2 Helping a BMMS faculty members (documentation must be provided to

the Coach)

1 Grades of 90% or above on any test in core subjects

1 Painting signs beyond the required amount (limited to one per week)

1 Attending optional extra-curricular activities (documentation must be

provided)

*Merit sheets will be given at the beginning of each nine weeks. The cheerleaders

will be responsible for filling them out, getting them approved, and bringing

them to the Coach to be entered.

*If a merit sheet is lost, that member will not receive merits for that nine week

period.


BETTYE MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL

CHEERLEADER/MASCOT TRYOUT APPLICATION

Cheerleader OR Mascot (Please Circle ONE)

SECTION 1: STUDENT INFORMATION

Last Name: ____________________________ First Name: ___________________________

School ID Number: ______________________ T-Shirt Size: ___________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

Email Address: _______________________________________________________________________

SECTION 2: FAMILY INFORMATION

Mother’s Name: ____________________________________________________________________

Home Phone:______________________________ Cell Phone: ____________________________

Email: _____________________________________________________________________________

Best Form of Contact: __________________________________________________

Father’s Name: ________________________________________________________________

Home Phone:____________________________ Cell Phone: __________________________

Email: _______________________________________________________________________

Best Form of Contact: __________________________________________________

EMERGENCY CONTACT (Other Than Parents Listed Above)

Name: _____________________________________ Cell Phone: ________________________

List all clubs and organizations you plan to be a part of next year: _________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________


PARENT AND CANDIDATE CONSENT FORM

My daughter/son, ____________________________, has my permission to try-out for the

Bettye Myers Middle School Cheerleading Program for the 2015-2016 school year. My

daughter/son and I understand the financial obligations that must be met, as set forth in the

Constitution, if selected as a cheerleader or mascot. We also understand that the school and/or

coaches assume no responsibility for accident or injury that might occur during any cheerleading

activity.

Signature of Candidate: ______________________________ Date: _____________________

Signature of Parent:__________________________________ Date: _____________________

PARENT AND CANDIDATE AGREEMENT FORM

I, _______________________________________, would like to be considered as a candidate

for the Bettye Myers Middle School Cheerleading Squad for the 2015-2016 school year. I have

read through and understand the information printed in the cheerleader packet.

My child has permission to be considered for the Bettye Myers Middle School Cheerleading

Squad for the 2015-2016 school

year. We have read all the information contained in this packet and will attend the mandatory

meeting on Tuesday, February 17th

, 2015. We are satisfied with the high standards and

expectations set forth governing this organization. We understand that it is a privilege, not a

right, to be a member of this group. We understand the time commitment and responsibilities of

participating in this cheer program. We have read the cost and fundraiser requirement sheet and

will do what needs to be done to meet our financial responsibilities. We also understand the rules

and requirements to which each member must adhere. We have read and understand the demerit

system and the chance that my son/daughter could be eliminated due to his/her behavior. We

understand the concept of absences and tardiness to games and practices and how these may

affect demerits. We agree and understand that the coach, Avery Lesher, has the discretion to

bench, suspend, or remove any member who accumulates demerits as outlined in this packet.

Candidate signature: ____________________________________ Date: ___________________

Parent/Guardian signature: _______________________________ Date: ___________________


ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL REFERRAL FORM

Top portion to be completed by the Cheerleading Candidate

Name:__________________________________________ ID #:_____________________ Assistant Principal:__________________________________________________________

****************************************************

Remaining portions to be completed by the Candidate’s Assistant Principal

How many discipline referrals has the above mentioned student had:

__________________________________________________________________________

Please indicate how many of the following disciplinary actions this student has received this school year:

Tardy Detentions:_______________________________

Behavior Detentions:_____________________________

ISSC:_________________________________________

Out of School Suspension:________________________

Signature of Assistant Principal: ______________________________

Please attach a copy of the Student’s attendance record.

**************************************************** Please return this form by Friday, February 27th, 2015

to Avery Lesher

Please do not give this form back to the Candidate.

Please feel free to add any other information you believe we should

know while considering this student as a BMMS Cheerleader.


TEACHER EVALUATION FORM

CANDIDATE: ____________________________________________________

The following student is applying to be a Cheerleader/Mascot for Bettye Myers Middle School in

the 2015 – 2016 school year. The student will be required to represent BMMS in a positive

image at all times. The student must also demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and character in all

they do. In your teams, please have each teacher in 1st – 8

th period evaluate the student.

Please take a moment to evaluate this student’s behavior, as you have observed in and out of the

classroom. Your evaluation will help us to determine the candidate’s eligibility to become a

cheerleader/mascot for BMMS. When form is complete, please turn into Avery Lesher’s box.

Please return this form before Friday, February 27th

, 2015.

Student Qualities Score Score Score Score Score Score Score Score

Leadership

Attitude

Cooperation with

Peers

Cooperation with

Teachers

Courtesy

Attendance

Punctuality

Dependability

Academic Effort

Overall Character

TOTAL

Teacher Initials

Please rate each category on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest

possible score, and 1 being to lowest possible score.


Bettye Myers Cheerleader/Mascot Candidate Essay Questions

Please answer the following questions in as much detail as you can. Part of the

selection process is how these questions are answered. Please type or write your

responses neatly.

1. Why do you want to be a BMMS Cheerleader or Mascot?

2. What is your idea of a perfect Cheerleader/Mascot?

3. What do you think it takes to be a Myers Middle School

Cheerleader/Mascot?

4. Give some examples of how you have shown dedication.

5. Describe how you handle conflict.

6. How do you handle discipline?


7. How will you avoid drama?

8. Describe your personality and your attitude.

9. What is your definition of teamwork and why is it important?

10. What do you do if you don’t get your way?

11. What would it mean to you to make the Myers Cheerleading Squad?

12. List the experience you have had as a cheerleader either competitive, city, or

tumbling. Where?

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