1. Coaches Tosha Vay and Chelsea Peterson

2. 1.Have all of my athletic paperwork filled out and turned in to Mrs. Swinkels no later than April 18 th, 3:00. * She will be accepting athletic paperwork for drill on the 17 th and 18 th. 2.Be cleared of all fines with Mrs. Carsley before April 17 th. 3.Passing all current classes as of April 18 th (Mrs. Swinkels will sign off on this). 4.Attend this meeting tonight!

3. The Olympia High School Drill Team serves the student body of Olympia High School and the community of Olympia by promoting school spirit and supporting all athletic teams and activities. Involvement in the team will develop leadership, self-confidence, respect, teamwork, accountability, and commitment. Striving to build the team as well as individual skills is a goal for everyone. Being a member of the Olympia High School Drill Team is a privilege and honor. Taking pride in performing routines and positively supporting school activities and school sponsored community events is important. Working for the highest standards while developing work ethic is expected of all team members. Teamwork, integrity, open communication, optimism and mutual respect is valued.

4. Positively represent OHS in leadership, sportsmanship, and athletics at all times. Perform at assemblies, half time shows, community events, and competitions.

5. We are a Fall and Winter Season sport. Fall season is primarily dedicated to the support of the OHS Football team, and related school activities to engender spirited support for the team. Winter season is two fold. We support OHS Boy’s and Girl’s Basketball Teams. We also endeavor to compete. This would be considered our competitive season. If a girl wishes to be a part of the Winter Competitive Season they must be a member in good standing from Fall Season.

6. Girls are selected based on their cumulative score. The following categories will be scored to create an overall total. Application Teacher recommendation Try out performance Informal interview

7. Knowledge of Routine, to include proficiency when performing Showmanship and Poise (Smile, engage the crowd, have fun!) Overall Sharpness, and Posture Precision Drill Moves, to include Pom Moves Kicks, to include High Kicks Flexibility Splits and Toe Touch Jumps will be recorded An individually created set of four 8 counts by each athlete. Show your skills!

8. April 19, 20, 23 & 24 from 3:15 to 5:00 PM Optional AM Practice April 20, 23 & 24 from 6:00 - 7:00 AM Try Outs! April 26 th 3:00 PM

9. GPA, Athletic code, and OSD Student handbook guidelines must be followed to maintain eligibility. Our team uses a demerit system to calculate lettering eligibility, and clearance for performances and team standing. All members begin with 20 points. Drill Team Demerit Point Steps: - 5 points = student conference with coach - 10 points = student/parent contact - 15 points = student/parent contact and suspension from team (time determined by coaches). -20 = Dismissed from the team for the remainder of the season.

10. Attend and be punctual to ALL events (practices, performances, community events, etc.) Maintain a 2.0 grade point average at minimum at all times. Maintain athletic eligibility. Keep your physical up to date. Abide by the OHS and WIAA athletic code. Abide by the Olympia School District Student Handbook Guidelines. Abide by the Drill Team Constitution Maintain appropriate dress code as outlined by the OHS Drill Team Constitution. Maintain the integrity of the entire uniform. Show a positive and supportive spirit at all times.

11. Monday & Wednesday 3:15 – 4:30 for routine focus Tuesday & Thursday 3:00 – 5:00 for routine focus and conditioning *Be advised: Due to budget adjustments at the district level, the practice schedule is subject to change.

12. Athletes may only attend practice if they have attended an entire school day. Exceptions to the all day rule are excused medical absences with a note from the medical provider: http://olympia.osd.wednet.edu/activities/sports/athletic_attendance_pol icy http://olympia.osd.wednet.edu/activities/sports/athletic_attendance_pol icy Schedule ALL nail, hair, tanning, birthday parties, vacations, etc. around the existing OHS Drill schedule available on Google Calendar. Athletes are expected to attend ALL practices, performances, community events, etc. This includes AM practices, and practices with other organizations to accommodate a performance (i.e. practice with the band, practice with CHS for Spaghetti Bowl etc.) Expect demerit points if a practice, performance or function is missed with out a medical excuse or if it is unexcused at the OHS attendance office.

13. Show up to the performance on time, ready to perform. This means the uniform is on and complete, hair and make- up are done. All parts of your uniform are on, clean, and in tact. Attend at least three of the four practices prior to a performance. The one absence must be excused by either a medical note, or a full day excused absence from the OHS Attendance office. Drill Team points are calculated and approved by your coaches for performance eligibility. GPA is at 2.0 or above.

14. Deposits and Dues $200.00 uniform deposit due June 15 th ASB Card $40.00, and Pay to Play $125.00 Due August 20 th Uniform Fitting & Parent Meeting! May 4 th @ OHS 5:30 PM ALL uniform pieces are the responsibility of the athlete. Athletes are expected to replace any lost, or damaged piece. Late Spring Practices! Tentative TBD Summer Camp! UDA camp, July 28 – 31 @ UPS $185.00 before tax, due by June 1 st to Mrs. Carsly (Note: Camp is optional.) Summer Practices! Officially begins Wednesday, August 2 st ! Hours of summer practice TBD Fund Raisers!

15. Pancake Breakfasts at Applebee’s! June 9 th July 7 th August 11th Applebee’s Dine to Donate Every third Tuesday! Bring your flyer! Hangin’ With The Girls (date TBD – Winter Season) Tentative: Car Washes With Kohl’s! June 16 th July 14 th August 18 th Ramblin’ Jack’s Dinner Out! May 8 th Red Robin Dinner Out! May September LimeBerry! June July August September

16. Top: $114.45 Skirt: $68.95 Spanks: $19.95 (approx. New spanks have yet to be selected.) Tights X 2: $20.00 (for both pair) Socks X 2: $10.00 (for both pair) T-Shirts X 3: $30.00 (for all three) Shorts: $17.00 (If we choose to get them.) Warm Ups: $40 - $80 (dependent on just pants, or pants and jacket) Shoes: $80.00 - $100.00 (dependent on final style decision) Gloves: $6.95 Hair Bows: $9.95 (two recommended) Poms: 39.50 Duffle Bag: $25.00 Total cost for new members: $500.00 - $560.00

17. Spanks: $19.95 Shoes: $80.00 - $100.00 * Socks X 2: $10.00 (total for both pair) Tights X 2: $20.00 (total for both pair) T-Shirts X 3: $30.00 (total for all three) Shorts: $17.00 (If we choose to get them.) Warm Ups: $40.00 – $80.00 (depending on whether we get the top and pants.) Total: $150.00 - $250.00 * Returning members may use last years white performance shoes.

18. Carpool to off site events! And coordinate carpools! Assist with approved fundraisers! Assist with special events (bonding)! Chaperone off site activities! Coordinate practice spaces for additional off site practice opportunities! Participate and/or be willing to coordinate phone trees and bulk emailing! Facilitate and organize team functions (i.e. End of Seasons Banquet) Donate snacks, water or other healthy treats for performances!

19. Contact Information for Tosha Vay and Chelsea Peterson: OHSDrillCoachesToshaChelsea@gmail.com This Power Point and athletic paperwork can be downloaded at: hulk.osd.wednet.edu/~ohsdrill/