AHS Cheerleading Tryout Meeting 2017-2018 February 8th , 2017 Or February 9th 2017

You must complete the online form found at: Thank you for coming! Make sure you have signed in!! You MUST sign in! All tryout forms are due no later than 4:00pm on February 17!!! Turn in to Kelly Kendlehart in J206 (Fine Arts Office) You must complete the online form found at: http://tinyurl.com/o9b8zs3

Purpose The primary purpose of the Allen ISD Cheerleading/Mascot Programs is to provide a positive game time experience for the athletes and the fans. We will cheer at the following events PLUS community service events, booster club events (Little Eagle Cheer Clinic), etc. Varsity – All Varsity Football Games, District Home Volleyball and playoff games District Home Basketball and playoff games UIL Competition other events as requested JV – All District Home JV Football Games and Varsity Playoff Games District Home Volleyball District Home Basketball NCA State Competition Freshman – All District Home Freshman Football Games

Eligibility A student is eligible to try out for cheerleader or mascot if the following conditions are met: To be eligible for tryouts, students must have passed all subjects the preceding grading period (T2) in order to participate in the tryout process. A student may tryout if eligibility regained prior to the tryout date.   At the time of tryouts, the student is not serving 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 Teamwork Self discipline Arriving on time, every time Prepared (with proper attire) Ready to work Grades are based on performances, both in class and practice. ALL of these are MANDATORY if you are planning on being a member of AHS Cheer!

Expectations cont. Must attend all spring practices. More than 2 unexcused absences from spring practices will be unable to attend camp. Must be able to attend summer camp June 4-7 at SMU Practices in August and Touchdown Social Vacations?? Plan them during June 11th-August 1st. Practices begin August 2nd. READ THE GUIDELINES! Be prepared to abide by them.

Expectations for parents Involved Support cheerleaders and coaches Positive example Positive attitude Attend booster meetings

Estimated Costs Camp Fee $375.00 Camp Wear/Practice Wear/Additional Items** $500.00 Meal/Water Fee $100.00 ($75 for JV and Freshmen) Miscellaneous Fees $100.00 TOTAL $1075.00 *Returning members may exclude some of these costs if they currently own the necessary items. A deposit of $300.00 will be due at the mandatory new squad team meeting on Thursday, March 16, 2017. Payments are not due in full. We will have them broken down and due monthly. All prices listed above are approximate costs. A detailed list of costs will be handed out at the new team meeting on Thursday, March 16th. Payment Schedule:  March 16, 2017 – Deposit of $300.00 due April 13, 2017 – First payment due April 27, 2017 – Second payment due May 18, 2017 – All fees must be paid by this date  

Squads 28 members on Varsity – Eligible Juniors and Seniors Attend Spring Practices, Summer Camp, Enrolled in the Cheer Class Period Squad placement is determined by the judges 5 certified judges 24 members on JV (Eligible Juniors, Seniors, and Sophomores) and Freshman (Eligible Freshman) 5 certified judges for Varsity/JV, 3 for Freshman Mascot – Max of 4 (2 Varsity, 1 JV, 1 Freshman) Attend Spring Practices, Summer Camp, NOT Enrolled in the Cheer Class Period

Selection – Blank Score Sheets available on AISD Cheerleading Website Cheerleaders 200 point maximum score Individual – Running Tumbling/Spirited Entrance 3 Jumps Toe Touch, Front Hurdler (right or left side), Pike Standing tumbling (Back Handspring, Back tuck, Full) Cheer – Optional standing tumbling Group of 4 – Chant and Dance Mascots 200 point maximum score based on a 2 min skit Creativity Use of Props Character Definition/Exaggeration Crowd Appeal Dance Incorporation of Music Spirit and Enthusiasm

Day of tryouts Arrive at designated time (4:30pm Varsity and Freshman, 5:30pm JV and mascots) Tryouts begin at 5pm. Varsity candidates – white t-shirt (no visible logos), black shorts, white socks, athletic shoes, hair up and secure with a white bow. Check in at 4:30pm. JV Candidates - white t-shirt (no visible logos), navy shorts, white socks, athletic shoes, hair up and secure with a navy bow. Check in at 5:30pm. Freshmen Candidates - white t-shirt (no visible logos), Red shorts, white socks, athletic shoes, hair up and secure with a red bow. Check in at 4:30pm. No Finger Nail polish or Jewelry RESULTS POSTED ON THE WEBSITE Friday March 3, 4pm.

Clinic week Tuesday 2/28 Mandatory 6-8:00pm Wednesday 3/1 Mandatory 6-8:00pm Thursday 3/2 Tryouts start at 5:00pm Arrival Times: Varsity: 4:30pm Freshman: 4:30pm JV: 5:30pm Mascot: 5:30pm Friday 3/3 Results Posted after 4pm All events are CLOSED to public

Don’t forget to complete the online form found at: Additional Dates Please read through your Tryout Packet for a list of all mandatory practice dates, payment due dates, etc. $10 Tryout Fee with completion of Forms Due by 4:00 Friday February 17 Fine Arts Office (J206) If you want a copy of results email Cindy_Gambill@allenisd.org Must be emailed by Thursday March 16th Don’t forget to complete the online form found at: http://tinyurl.com/o9b8zs3