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– 8th grade Nicole Bradrick-Files– 7th grade Ereckson Middle School Lashey Lanford– 8th grade Liza Saminani– 7th grade Ford Middle School Laurie Ingle– 8th grade Elizabeth Sophia– 7th grade

Important Dates: Cheerleading/Mascot Tryout Required Forms Due March 18th Lowery Freshman Center 8:30 AM- 12:00 PM Summer Cheer Camp July 31st- August 2nd 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM Curtis Middle School Required Forms Due February 22nd 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 13-14th from 4-6 PM It is mandatory to attend both days to be eligible for cheer tryout

Eligibility A student is eligible to try out for cheerleader or mascot if the following conditions are met: Student has passed all subjects the preceding grading period (T2) Student has not served a disciplinary placement (ISS, OSS, DAEP, JJAEP) 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 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 31st - August 2nd Location: CMS Vacations? Plan them before July 31st 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 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 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 Extra Practices Girls will cheer at - Football(home games only) Basketball (home district only)

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

Clinic week Monday 3/13 Mandatory 4:00- 6:00 PM (LFC) Tuesday 3/14 Mandatory 4:00- 6:00 PM (LFC) 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 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 Mascots 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

Mascot Judge Sheet

Contact Info. Questions? Contact your coach! CMS: 7th grade candidates– Nicole_Bradrickfiles@allenISD.org 8th grade candidates– Celina_Hilbrand@allenISD.org EMS: 7th grade candidates– Liza_Samiani@allenISD.org 8th grade candidates– LaShey_Lanford@allenISD.org FMS: 7th grade candidates– Elizabeth_Sophia@allenISD.org 8th grade candidates– Laurie_Ingle@allenISD.org