EastForsythMiddle School Ravens
CHEERLEADING
TRYOUTS
INFORMATION
PACKET
Dear Prospective Cheerleader:
Thank you for your interest in the EastForsythMiddle Schoolcheerleadingsquad. I am excited about upcoming tryouts for the2012 basketball season. Attached you will find most forms needed for tryouts. You must get a physical form from Mr. Phillips (gym teacher) and include it in your packet. In order to tryout, you MUST have a CURRENT(within a year) physical. Please make a copy for yourself to keep and give the original to Mr. Phillips to keep on file here at school. Dates for tryouts have been set for October 16-19in the gymnasium from 2:00-3:15. All material will be taught during the first 3 days and you will actually tryout on the4th day beginning at 2:30pm. These will be CLOSED practices. We will not allow ANYspectators! By the first day of tryouts, you MUST HAVE ALL REQUIREDELEMENTS:
COMPLETED teacher recommendation forms
Copy of most recent report card
Signed/completed physical form including insurance information with
a policy # (you will not be allowed to tryout without this form)
Decorated folder with name and grade
One page essay explaining why you would like to be a cheerleader and how you can contribute positively to the squad.
**All forms should be placed in your decorated folder and turned in on or before October 8. You will earn points for your folder and ALLitems within it. If you do not have everything in the folder youwill NOT be permitted to tryout.
To be comfortable and flexible for movement, you should wear:
1. Athletic Shoes
2. Shorts/sweats and a T-shirt
3. Hair up if it is even CLOSE to shoulder-length
4. No jewelry (we will not be responsible for holding these items)
5. No fingernail polish!!
ABSOLUTELY NO GUM IN THE GYMNASIUM!
BRING A GOOD ATTITUDE AND LOTS OF SPIRIT! Best of luck to you,
Tammy Kasserman
September 18, 2012
Dear Parents/Guardians:
Cheerleading tryouts are just around the corner. Your childhas expressed an interest in participating in this activity. I find itnecessary to inform the parents of the responsibilities of anEastForsythMiddle School cheerleader because it is a big commitment.
There will be a number of expectations for your child, if chosenfor the squad. Yourchild may find this to be a time consuming activity. They will berequired to come to all practices, games, and other team functions.Because your child will be representing East Middle if chosen,they will be expected to conduct themselves properly, on and offcampus. They must follow the rules and regulations for the school aswell as those designated for the team. Academics are an importantfactor in my decision for choosing the squad and allowing the cheerleadersto remain on the team. There will be some financial obligations foreach participant throughout the season to maintain uniformity. Thepurchases that will have to be made will be announced at the start of the season during the mandatory cheerleading meeting on October 23 @ 6pm in the library at EFMS. The cheerleader and a parent must attend. I will make every effort to keep out of pocket expenses to aminimum. However, due to the responsibility that I have to vendors thatI make purchases from, I will expect all payments to be made in atimely manner. I am thrilled to begin the new season and work with yourchildren. The results of the panel of judge’s decisions will be posted online on my website by 5pm October 19under the tab entitled “cheerleading information”. Please keep your audition number with you. Audition numbers will be used to post the final list. I look forward to a great basketball season. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or 703-6765. I thank youfor your cooperation and the support you have for your child’s decisionto tryout!
Sincerely,
Tammy Kasserman
CHEERLEADING APPLICATION
EastForsythMiddle School
______Full Name Grade
______parent/guardians’ name(s) use back for additional space if needed mother wk # father wk. #
______home # parents’ cell 1 parents’ cell 2 other important #’s
______Street/Route/Box city zip
______Parent/Guardian email address 1 Parent/Guardian email address 2
______Years of cheerleading experience Years of tumbling/gymnastics exp. Years of dance experience
______
I understand the time and effort required of a cheerleader and, if selected, I am committed to attend all rehearsals and performances. I have read the policies and procedures of the East Forsyth Middle School cheerleading squad and do herby agree to abide by them.
______
Student Signature
I understand the time an effort required of a cheerleader and will assist my child in fulfilling their commitment to attend all rehearsals and performances. I have read the policies and procedures of the EFMS cheerleading squad and do hereby agree to help my child abide by them. ______
Parent/Guardian Signature
Please SIGN AND RETURN THIS FORM AND PLACE IN YOUR FOLDER TO GIVE TO MRS. KASSERMANon or before October 16, 2012
EFMS Cheerleading Contract
Cheerleading at EastForsythMiddle School is taken very seriously andthere are responsibilities that will come with trying out for andholding a position on the squad. The following is a list of rules andregulations for the team in addition to established policies set forthby the ForsythCounty Board of Education.
Rules and Regulations:
1. Follow all school rules and policies.
2. Maintain a (C) average for all grading periods and semesteraverages. If you have a “D” or “F” you will be placed on probation. You must bring the “D” or “F” up by the first progress report. If you have two “D’s” or “F’s” you are academically ineligible.
3. All cheerleaders will report to every practice, game, and otherteam activities, unless given special permission by Mrs. Kasserman prior tothe absence.
4. All Cheerleaders will arrive on time and leave on time for allscheduled activities unless given prior permission by Mrs. Kasserman.
5. Appearance and hygiene are very important: Hair must be kept up atpractices and while in uniform (with a rubber band not clips), on game daysand during special events every team member is required to wear thedesignated uniform. Nails must be kept at proper length with no fingernail polish, certainhairstyles/colors will be at Mrs. Kasserman’s discretion and absolutely nojewelry will be worn during cheer time.
6. Each cheerleader will be responsible for every piece of theiruniform.
7. Sportsmanship will be demanded from everyone affiliated with thisteam; there should be no problems that interfere with the structureand unity of this squad.
8. During games, there will be no socializing with fans or athletes andtalking with other cheerleaders will be kept to a minimum.Cheerleaders will be expected to stay together during games, even atbreak, to ensure safety and accountability.
9. There is no gum, candy, or carbonated drinks consumed while atpractice or game for the individuals safety.
10. There are no excuses for disorderly conduct (smoking, drug/alcoholuse, fighting, and disrespect to faculty/adults). Cheerleaderscaught participating in any of these things will be dismissed fromthe squad.
11. Displays of affection/fraternization while on school grounds or inuniform will not be tolerated.
12. All attitudes must remain positive and constructive; consistentfailure to do so may result in dismissal from squad.
13. If a cheerleader is asked to sit out of a game for misbehavior ornon-compliance of rules then they must sit with Mrs. Kasserman duringthat game, in uniform.
14. These rules may be amended at any time at the discretion of Mrs. Kasserman.
Please keep this page for your records
TEACHER RECOMMENDATION
(From 3 current teachers)
EastForsythMiddle School
Dear Teacher:
______(insert student name here) is interested in auditioning for the East Forsyth cheerleading squad. If you would, please evaluate them on the following qualities. Thank you in advance for taking your time to fill out this recommendation honestly. All recommendations will be kept confidential. If there is no envelope attached, please get one from the front office.
Many Thanks,
Tammy Kasserman
Using a rating system of 1-10 (1 being the lowest and 10 being the highest) Pleaserate the applicant on the criteria listed below. Please circle your answer.
Maturity 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Dependability 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Cooperation with others 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Behavior in classroom 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Leadership abilities1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Attitude 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Ability to handle difficult situations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Current grade: A B C D F
Teacher Signature: ______
Additional Comments:______
______
Please put in a sealed envelope & return to Tammy Kasserman’s mailbox no later than October 16, 2012. Gracias!