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Granger Independent School District

High School Cheerleader & Mascot

Constitution, Procedures, General Rules and Contract

2019-2020

Revised 04/2019

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Varsity & Mascot Tryout Uniform

Cheerleader/ Mascot Tryouts will be held Monday, April 24, 2019. Cheer tryouts will begin promptly at 4:30 p.m. If you are not here at the 4:30 p.m., you will not be allowed to tryout.

Mascot tryouts will follow immediately

T-shirtAll candidates should wear a solid white t-shirt

(no pictures or wording of any kind) T-shirt MUST be tucked in

Black shorts (shorts with the VARSITY© symbol or any cheer association will not be allowed)

Tennis shoes

Hair All hair should be pulled back in a ponytail

Hair ribbons are optional

This will be a closed tryout to the public!

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Granger High School Cheerleader TryoutsGuidelines/Dates 2019-2020

Please read the entire packet carefully. Both the candidate and a parent/guardian must sign the permissionslip and required forms. Both forms must be completed by the deadline in order for the candidate to tryout. Forms are due by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, 2019.

NO LATE PAPERS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

IMPORTANT DATES!!!!

Mandatory Candidate and Parent Meeting

Monday, April 15, 2019 6:00 p.m. Rm 502 (Ms Lane's Room)

Forms due to Coach Lane pgs. 16-19Monday, April 15, 2019 4:00 p.m.

Try-outs before the judges Wednesday, April 23, 2019 4:30 p.m. SHARP

TBA Uniform fitting Approx. Cost of uniform & camp wear is $600-$1,500(varsity)

Final Camp payment due

Thursday, August 1, 2019 Final Uniform payment due - 25% by Monday, May 20th - 50% by Monday, June 10th - 75% by Monday, July 15th

June 24-27, 2019 UCA Cheer Camp (Texas A&M University)Cost of camp is $392 (this does not include the cost ofcamp wear/uniform)

July 29-August 2, 2019 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Granger Mini Cheer CampThe girls will be teaching cheers to the next generations

January 16 - 18, 2020 UIL Spirit State CompetitionWe will compete again. Will share details and exact dates as they are released.

Monday, May 13, 2019

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Constitution and Procedures

Objectives Cheerleaders & Mascot are expected to be skilled in learning and remembering cheers. They are also expected to be able to publicly demonstrate a skill level suitable for the team position and the timing necessary for group performance. They are to enthusiastically support all athletic teams through advertisement, personal attitude, and attendance at events chosen by the coach. Students of all ages look up to cheerleaders. You are a role model and you should always take that responsibility seriously.

Commitment Candidates selected to be a member of the cheerleading squads/mascot are expected to make a commitment to the activity of cheerleading/mascot for a full school year. Any cheerleader or mascot who voluntarily quits the squad before the end of the school year will not be allowed to tryout for the next school year. Those cheerleaders or mascot who quit before the school year is over will not letter that year.

ALL cheerleaders & mascot must attend summer camp. Failure to do so will result in dismissal fromthe squad.

Once the squads are chosen, the cheerleader/mascot must remain eligible according to the UILguidelines. Cheerleaders/mascot will follow the UIL guidelines for no pass/no play.

- Must be passing all courses.- Students lose eligibility for a 3-week period, which is defined as 15 class days.

A cheerleader/mascot must take at least five credit classes during both semesters of the school year toremain eligible.

Cheerleading/mascot will cooperate with other school events, but will take priority over non-schoolactivities.

Cheerleading falls under the umbrella of Athletics. Cheerleaders must follow the guidelines of theAthletic Handbook as well as specific codes set for just cheerleaders. Cheerleaders must be in theAthletic Program.

Eligibility A student is eligible to try out for cheerleader/mascot if the following criteria are met:

Must be a current 8th, 9th, 10th, or 11th grader and in the Athletic program.

Must have an overall grade point average of 75 or higher in their core courses. (Language Arts, Math,Science, History)– grades for eligibility will be checked on Thursday, April 18th .

Must recieve a minimum average of 3.5 on their teacher evaluations. (Scale of 1-5) Must have attended ALL required meetings and practices before tryouts and all required

documents signed and returned on time. Must be on time to tryouts.

Must be able to sing the school song and fight song.

Selection Process

Candidates will be scored according to 3 evaluation processes.1. Teacher evaluations2. Coach/ Sponsor evaluations3. Outside judges

Each evaluation process will be added and averaged to come up with a total score for each candidate. Please remember all candidates have to meet the requirements in the Eligibility section.

Must be within good financial standings with school district. (ie. owing no fee to school)

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Elections Cheerleader

All cheerleader candidates will try-out on the same day.

Candidates will try out in groups of two or three depending on the number of candidates.

All candidates will wear the same uniform.

Group members and line-up positions will be determined by a drawing.

The selection of cheerleaders is done by two to three knowledgeable, impartial judges who will evaluate thecandidates. The judge’s evaluations will be based on a series of activities including: enthusiasm, appearance, cheer technique, jumps/tumbling, spirit, voice projection, execution of motions, dance techniques and interview question. The results of the impartial judging determines which cheerleader candidates are selected. The judges will break any ties that may occur. Upon request, parents may review their own child's ratings in conference with an administrator and/or cheerleader coach(es).

Mascot

Your skit needs to be 1-2 minutes in length

The most important thing is to be creative and keep it as simple as possible

Music is very important. It should tell the story.

No other people are allowed in the skit.

You need props to help tell your story.

You do not need a costume for the purpose of tryouts.The selection of mascot will take place after cheerleader tryouts are finished. The selection is done by two tothree judges who will evaluate the candidates for mascot. The judge’s evaluation will be based on a series ofactivities including: theme, pantomime, energy, character, props, creativity/appeal and interview. The results of the impartial judging determine which candidate is selected as mascot.

Candidates will perform one group chant, one group cheer, one group dance and three jumps as set up bythe coach.

Tryouts will take place in a closed gym with no spectators other than the judges, coaches and Principals.

General Rules

All school and academic policies will be enforced.

Cheerleading/mascot responsibilities officially begin on the day election results are announced and endon the last day of school for the next year.

Cheerleaders/mascot are responsible for promoting school spirit during the week, at pep rallies, and atgames.

The coach(es) will approve all items and skits that are to be used at pep rallies.

When representing the school officially, cheerleaders/mascot are to be in full, prescribed-bycoach uniform, including all cold-weather gear, if necessary.

Cheerleaders/mascot are to attend all games unless excused by the coach(es).

All practices are MANDATORY.

Any cheerleader/mascot, for safety reasons, who is injured or did not participate in weekly practice, willnot be allowed on the field/track/court.

A cheerleader/mascot must be in attendance at school for at least one half day in order to cheer.Exceptions will be made at the coach(es)'s discretion.

Cheerleaders/mascot will support/cheer for school sponsored extracurricular sporting events asspecified by the coach.

All coach-designated activities are MANDATORY.

Captain Must have one year of experience on the Varsity Cheerleading Squad. Will have one of the highest tryout scores Will have one of the best interviews

The selection of captain will take place after cheerleader tryouts are finished.

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Each member of the squad is responsible for motivation of the entire squad all year.

Everyone must have self-motivation and self-discipline throughout the entire year.

There must be successful communication between the sponsor and the squad in order to have harmonyand success as cheerleaders/mascot.

Cheerleaders/mascot are carefully selected and are an elite group of students; therefore, they shouldtake pride in their attitudes, actions, dress, and citizenship.

Work and out-of-school activities cannot interfere with practices or games. They are not anexcused absence or an excuse to leave practice early or to be late.

ABSOLUTELY no gum chewing or wearing of any kind of jewelry during practice or a game.

Cheerleaders/mascot will show respect during the National Anthem, both school songs and a time outfor an injured player.

There will be no practices held unless approved by the coach(es). There will be no stunting unless in the presence of the coach(es).

Participation in Extracurricular Activities Student participation in extracurricular activities is encouraged. Granger ISD makes extracurricular activitiesavailable as an extension of the regular school program, with this important difference: participation in the regular curriculum is a right afforded to each student, while participation in the extracurricular program is a privilege that carries additional expectations for acceptable conduct. Students engaging in extracurricular activities represent not only themselves, but also other students and the school district when performing, competing, or participating in extracurricular activities and while wearing uniforms or other clothing that identifies the student to the community or public in any setting as Granger ISD students. For this reason, theirbehavior must be exemplary and reflect the finest attributes of the total Granger ISD student body at all timesand places.

Important goals of the extracurricular program are to give students direction in developing self-discipline, responsibility, pride, loyalty, leadership, teamwork, respect for authority, and healthy living habits.

Because participation in extracurricular activities is a privilege and not a right, Granger ISD is authorized to set higher standards for participants of extracurricular activities than it would for those students who choose not to participate in these activities. Therefore, this Cheerleader/Mascot Code of Conduct extends beyond the Granger ISD Student Handbook & Athletic Hanbook not only in types of behavior prohibited, but also in correspondingconsequences and jurisdiction for imposing discipline. The Cheerleader/Mascot Code of Conduct will be enforced with all cheerleaders/mascot grades 8th-12th participating in cheerleading/mascot activities:

Regardless of whether school is in session;

Regardless of whether the offense occurs on or off school property or at a school-related event;

Regardless of whether the student is directly involved with the extracurricular activity at the time theprohibited conduct occurs;

Regardless of whether the extracurricular activity is in-season; and

Regardless of where or when the conduct occurs.

It is possible that a student who violates the Granger ISD Student Handbook & Athletic Handbook will incurconsequences from both the appropriate school administrator and from the coach or sponsor for the same particular violation. It is also possible that a student participating in extracurricular activities could violate the Cheerleader/Mascot Code of Conduct and be subject to discipline by the sponsor without having violated the Granger ISD Student Handbook & Athletic Handbook.

All cheerleaders/mascot will be expected to use different parts of the summer to practice, prepare spiritmaterials, and make plans for the coming school year. The coach(es) will arrange this time.

Cheerleaders/mascot who are assigned to detention, in-school or out-of school suspension will be givenpoints towards a demerit.

The rule of majority will be applied when making decisions that are left up to the squad. In case ofconflict, the coach(es)’s decision will be final.

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Conduct Expectations The following conduct is expected of all participants. Failure to meet these expectations can result in disciplinary action by the coach(es):

Student commitment to a team or organization is expected for the entire season or activity. Studentsare encouraged to participate in more than one extracurricular activity; however students may not quitone sport or organization in order to participate in another while the sport or organization that thestudent quits is still active.

Students who participate in extracurricular activities that involve competition among schools and schooldistricts will conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner at all times. This includes behavior towardvisiting teams or hosting teams as well as the opponent’s fans.

Students should arrive to practices, meetings, and events on time and prepared.

Students who cannot be present for a practice, meeting, or event should call or email the coach(es)as soon as they are aware that they will be absent.

Injured or ill students who are unable to participate, but are able to attend a practice, meeting or eventare required to dress appropriately and sit in the stands to support your squad.

Students are required to show respect at all times to the coach(es) and other squad members. Students should refrain from wearing hair styles or hair colors that draw attention to themselves.

Students should follow the rules stated in the Granger ISD Student Handbook & Athletic Handbook.Failure to do so may result in additional disciplinary measures related to the student’s participationin the cheerleading/mascot activities as determined by the coach(es).

Prohibited Conduct Granger ISD students who participate in cheerleading/mascot activities are prohibited at all times from:

Possessing, smoking, selling, or using tobacco products;

Possessing or using drug paraphernalia;

Possessing, selling, or delivering to another person look-alike drugs or items represented to be drugs orcontraband of any kind;

Possessing, selling, giving, delivering to another person, using, or being under the influence ofmarijuana, alcohol, a controlled substance, or any dangerous drug;

Engaging in conduct that contains the elements of an offense relating to glue, aerosol paint, or volatile,mood-altering chemicals;

Engaging in serious misbehavior, as that term is defined in the Granger ISD Student Handbook & AthleticHandbook;

Attending any event at which underage drinking or smoking is occurring (students will be allowed aslight concession for an amount of time long enough to determine that a violation is occurring and toleave the premises);

Riding in a vehicle containing alcohol unless a parent, guardian, or other responsible adult is present andaware of the presence of the alcohol;

Stealing;

Conduct that causes injury to harm or to persons or property;

Using profanity, lewd or vulgar language, or obscene gestures;

Fighting;

Any conduct resulting in arrest and/or citations from law enforcement officers (excluding a traffic ticket);

Inappropriate touching including “making out” in public places, sexual gestures, or exposing parts of thebody that are ordinarily covered up in public;

Inappropriate behavior in public places.

Posting inappropriate words or photos of you or others, either originally posted by you or posted byothers on all social media networks (you will be held responsible)

Students should have good attendance record at school.

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Social Media Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snap Chat and all Social Networking Sites:

You will be held responsible for any postings to a social networking site that would materially disrupt class work, involve substantial disorder or interfere with the rights of others. Your profiles and postings are not only a representation of yourself, but also of your entire team and school. You must be responsible and display a high level of integrity and self-respect.

Consequences for posting anything on social network sites or websites that could be construed as inappropriate:

This information constitutes your first warning….do not post anything that could be construed

as inappropriate

Second offense (2nd inappropriate post), there will be a meeting with the parent and the

cheerleader/mascot and 2 demerits will be given (24 points), you will be benched from

performances for the next 30 days

Third offense, (3rd inappropriate post), 3 demerits will be given (36 points), you will be

dismissed of your position for one calendar year

Procedures The coach will determine whether a Cheerleading/Mascot Code of Conduct violation has occurred. Upon determination of a Cheerleading/Mascot Code of Conduct violation, the following individuals will be notified:

The student and the student’s parent(s) or guardian (s); and /or

The appropriate school counselor or administrator to provide counseling, support, and guidance indealing with issues associated with alcohol, drugs, mood-altering chemicals, and other prohibitedactivities.

Disciplinary Action COACHES AND ADMINISTRATORS WILL REVIEW ALL THE FACTS AND CIRCUMSTANCES SURROUNDING A PARTICULAR VIOLATION AND IMPOSE APPROPRIATE DISCIPLINARY ACTION. COACHES AND ADMINISTRATORS WILL STRIVE FOR CONSISTENCY IN HANDING OUT PUNISHMENT FOR Athletic Handbook VIOLATIONS, BUT WILL ALSO EXERCISE SOUND PROFESSIONAL DISCRETION. VIOLATION OF ANY OF THE ABOVE-MENTIONED RULES BY A STUDENT PARTICIPATING AS A CHEERLEADER/MASCOT WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS:

Suspension from the squad for the following time periods: 1st offense - benched for next performance, this will include pep rally and game 2nd offense - benched from performances for the next 30 days 3rd offense - dismissal from the squad for one calendar year

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Uniforms The amount of money for uniforms will be the responsibility of each individual cheerleader/mascot.

All uniforms must be paid in full by August 1st

The coach(es) and administration must approve all uniforms.

It is the responsibility of each individual cheerleader/mascot to take proper care of their uniforms,whether they are owned by the school or the individual.

Uniforms must be worn correctly and only to school sponsored events.

The coach(es) must approve all alterations. If alterations are done without permission, thecheerleader/mascot will not be allowed to cheer until it meets the coach’s/coaches' approval.

Any school owned uniform must be returned at the end of the school year. Failure to do so will result inreplacement of the uniform by the individual cheerleader/mascot.

Hair and hair bows are considered part of the overall uniform; therefore, hair and hair bows will be wornalike when in uniform. All hair must be secured away from the face in a ponytail.

Camp All cheerleaders/mascot MUST attend summer camp.

Camp must be paid in full by May 13th The amount of money for the camp and camp-wear is the responsibility of each individual

cheerleader/mascot.

Cheerleaders/mascot may not leave camp early or arrive late unless there is an extenuatingcircumstance such as a death in the family or injury. In such a case the coach(es) should be notified.

The coach(es) will choose the place and date of the camp.

Camp wear is a part of the cheerleading/mascot uniform; therefore camp wear is to be worn only toschool sponsored cheerleading/mascot activities.

Use of cell phones will be limited during camp hours. School cell phone policy will apply.

Attendance

Home Games Each cheerleader/mascot must attend all football games and any other athletic events that are

specified by the coach(es). Violation of this rule will result in a one game suspension from the squad. During this time, the cheerleader/mascot will be required to practice with the squad, sit in the stands,but will not be allowed to participate in the pep rally and/or game.

Cheerleaders/mascot should be dressed in complete uniform, including appropriate ribbons, tights,leggings, etc. and be ready to cheer at least 30 minutes before the game begins. All stretching and warm ups should be completed 15 minutes prior to the start of pre-game activities. These warmups will not be done on the playing field/court.

Cell phone usage will be prohibited.

Away Games All rules above will be followed.

Varsity cheerleaders and mascot will travel according to plans made by the coach(es). All Varsity cheerleaders/mascot should be prepared to attend all championship playoff games if the

need arises and transportation will be provided.

School attendance on game day is required unless approved by the Principal.

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Discipline

Demerits The coach(es)/administration will give deductions to members of the cheerleading squad/mascot for notfulfilling any of the responsibilities listed. The points listed are not all inclusive. For incidents not included in the list, the coach(es) and administration will decide upon the number of points to be given. Allcheerleaders/mascot must follow any rule stated in the GISD handbook. A cheerleader/mascot who has accumulated 30 points will receive a demerit.

Consequences for demerits are as follows:

One demerit—benched for next performance, this will include pep rally and game

Two demerits—benched from performances for the next 30 days

Three demerits—dismissal from the squad for one calendar year

Eligibility to try-out after the one-year suspension will be decided by the administration based on the student’s discipline record and academic performance. The points and demerits awarded are not carried over from one year to the next. The day of selections begins a new year.

1. Cheerleaders/mascot can earn merits for sponsor approved activities, which may include but not limitedto:

Volunteer hours

Attending events where cheerleaders/mascot are needed/requestedMerit points may not be used for unexcused absences with prejudice.

2. All merits must be pre-approved by the cheer coach(es) and signed off by the event sponsor.Documentation of merits must be completed and logged within three days of completion of theevent/activity.

3. Merits earned to work-off demerits must be completed within two weeks of the date the demerit wasgiven.

4. Cheerleaders/mascot are responsible for keeping up with their demerits.

5. Cheerleaders/mascot who earn deductions will also be required to run laps along with earning thosepoints.

a) 2 point deduction = 1 lap (up and down the court)b) 5 point deduction = 3 lapsc) 10 point deduction = 6 laps

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General Consequence

1. Cheerleader/mascot will respond to all Coach’s/Coaches' directions. No disrespect will be tolerated.

10 point deduction

2. Cheerleader/mascot must wear appropriate workout clothingto practice.

2 point deduction

3. Hair must be up and secured during practice and ALLperformances.

2 point deduction

4. No jewelry may be worn at ANY time. 5 point deduction

5. No chewing gum. 2 point deduction

6. No cursing/arguing with anyone. 5 point deduction

7. Cheerleader/mascot must be on time to all practices andgames. (15 min early is on time & on time is late)

3 point deduction

8. Cheerleader/mascot must attend all practices and performances (game, mini-cheer camp). The coach(es) must clear an absence.Excused: Illness or death in family.Unexcused without prejudice: Work/Vacation, appointments of any kind.Unexcused with prejudice: Absent for no reason/ Poor planning NOTE: Missing practice will result in exclusion of any new material learned for pep rally.

Excused: no penalty Unexcused: 10 point deduction

9. Cheerleader/mascot will attend all summer practices. 10 point deduction

10. Cell phone usage will not be allowed during practice. Schoolcell phone policy will be enforced.

5 point deduction

11. Cheerleader/mascot must be in correct/complete uniform. Onlydesignated cold weather gear may be worn with uniform.

2 point deduction

12. Hair will be up and secure. 2 point deduction

13. No colored nail polish (clear or French manicure only), longnails or artificial nails.

2 point deduction

14. Cheerleader/mascot will maintain proper sideline behavior atall times.*No excessive talking among cheerleaders/mascot*No talking to people in the crowd.* Pay attention to the game at all times.*Cheer/spirit, jump and tumble the entire game/pep rally.(Know your cheers)

*No taunting the other team.*Cheerleader/mascot will show respect of the National

Anthem, BOTH school songs and time out due to an injured player.

2 point deduction for each offense

15. Cheerleader/mascot will respect each other and all othersquads.

5 point deduction

16. ALL cheerleaders/mascot will stay to clean up after each pep rally/game and will be dismissed by the coach(es).

5 point deduction

17. There will be no candy/snacks/food on the sideline during agame.

2 point deduction

18. Cheerleader/mascot will not engage in public displays ofaffection.

5 point deduction

*Be respectful towards official and all adults.

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21. Cheerleader/mascot will act in a safe manner at all times. First offense: benched 1 game with conference Second offense: Automatic dismissal

22. No non-natural colored hair (green, blue, purple, etc.) Benched until returned to a natural color

23. No visible tattoos, body piercing or any unapproved markings.Ears may be pierced, but earrings of any kind cannot be wornwhile in uniform or practicing.

Benched until covered. 5 point deduction for any offense.

24. Cheerleader/mascot will not leave food, trash or mess inpractice area, field/court or school transportation.

2 point deduction

25. Cheerleader/mascot placed in in-school suspension or givenout of school suspension.

6 point deduction

26. Cheerleader/mascot who is given a disciplinary report(referral) from the office.

3 point deduction

27. Cheerleader/mascot will respond to all teacher/administratordirections. Disrespect to anyone is not tolerated.

3 point deduction (if not in conjunction with a discipline referral)

Summer Camp

28. All cheerleaders/mascot will attend camp. Dismissal

29. Cheerleader/mascot will be on time to all camp activities. 2 point deduction

30. A cheerleader/mascot may not leave the campus or location with anyone at anytime unless approved by the coach(es).

Sent home; possible dismissal

31. Cheerleader/mascot will follow all camp and university rulesand respect all staff members.

10 point deduction

32. Cheerleader/mascot will remain in room after lights are out. 2 game suspension but still required to attend and sit with coach or possible squad dismissal

33. Cell phone usage will be limited during camp hours. 5 point deduction

Uniforms Consequence

34. Cheerleader/mascot will not wear uniform to a non-GISDfunction.

5 point deduction

35. Cheerleader/mascot will not lend out uniforms to anyone. Thisalso includes camp wear and cold weather gear.

5 point deduction

36. Uniforms will be kept clean. 2 point deduction

37. Missing a piece of uniform to be worn during a performance(sleeves, leggings, pants, jacket, etc.).

5 point deduction

38. Uniforms may NOT be altered without approval from coach(es). Replacement of uniform

39. School uniforms and equipment will be returned in originalcondition.

Replacement

40. Cheerleader/mascot is responsible for damage to or loss of anyschool property.

Replacement

19. Cheerleader/mascot will be back on field/court ready to cheer2 minutes before halftime ends.

2 point deduction

20. Cheerleader/mascot will stay on field/court the entire game. 5 point deduction

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0 to 10 Scale (10 being best)

Spirits & Enthusiasm

Overall Impression

0 to 10 Scale (10 being best)

Judge _______________________________

Totals (Out of 90)

Spirits & Enthusiasm

Overall Impression

Entrance

Tumbling

Motion Technique

Voice & Projection

Jumps

Dance

Exit

Candidate N

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Judge _______________________________

Totals (Out of 90)

Spirits & Enthusiasm

Overall Impression

Entrance

Tumbling

Motion Technique

Voice & Projection

Jumps

Dance

Exit

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Granger High School Mascot JUDGE’S EVALUATIONContestant # _____

Category Points

THEME - 25 pts. The skit must have an overall theme. The theme may be expressed through the use of music, props, costumes, signs, and actions. The skit should tell a story by including a beginning to grab the audience’s attention, a middle where the action happens, and an ending to bring the skit to a dramatic close.(The skit time limit is 2 minutes. Music is not required, but encouraged. A dance is not a skit, however dancing may be incorporated in the theme.)

PANTOMIME - 20 pts. As a mascot you may not use your human voice to speak. Your “voice” is expressed through your actions, or pantomime. A story may be expressed through a mascot’s movements and actions. All movements and pantomime must be “Larger than Life”. (If human actors are incorporated, they should not be the main action in the skit. They are only participating to enhance the theme.)

ENERGY - 30 pts. The energy level of a mascot can reflect the energy and enthusiasm of the crowd. A mascot should always be very energetic and never perform at a slow pace. A mascot should never look tired, unless it is part of the character. Mascots are seen as “bursts of energy.”

CHARACTER - 30 pts. A mascot should always display a type of characteristic/emotion that the crowd becomes familiar with. This makes the mascot a “friend” to the crowd. Possible characters (emotions) that can be expressed are as follows, but not limited to: HAPPY, SAD, COOL, SHY SCARED, EMBARASSED, SNEAKY, IMPATIENT, MACHO, TIMID (Expressing different characters and emotions increases this score.)

PROPS - 20 pts. Props are essential tools that help a mascot express ideas and grab the audience’s attention. Props should be larger than normal so that the audience can see them from a distance. Signs may also be used as props. Signs must have large, bold letters so that the audience may read them from a distance and not too complicated or fancy. Props may be backdrops or other people, as long the other people do not take away from the mascot’s actions. (A minimum of 3 props is required. A maximum of three humans may be incorporated into the skit, but do not count as the 3 required props. Props cannot damage the court surface or become too messy.)

CREATIVITY/APPEAL - 30 pts. Mascot skits should be creative and appeal to the audience. Ideas should be entertaining and not lack in the “wow” factor. Mascot skits should always keep their audience on the edge of their seat waiting to see what will happen next. (Skits must be “family-friendly” and cannot include any inappropriate music, costumes, props, or actions.)

INTERVIEW -15 pts.

Total (170 pts.) Comments –

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LeadershipAttitude

CooperationRespectful

CharacterCom

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Jane Doe

Cheerleader Teacher EvaluationsPlease rank from

1 - 5, 5 being the highest

Teacher Signature ________________________________________________________________________________

Date _______________________________________

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GISD Tryout Forms/Contract/Waivers

Candidate’s current grade level: _____________

Student Acknowledgement:

I, _________________________________________________ verify that I have read and understand all of the guidelines and criteria and agree to abide by them. I acknowledge that participation in cheerleading/mascot is a privilege, and not a right, and that I may be removed from my position on the squad at any given time in accordance with the provisions as outlined in the GISD Cheerleader/Mascot Constitution and the GISD Student Student Handbook.

Student Signature: __________________________________________________Date: _________________

Parent Acknowledgement:

I, the parent of the above mentioned student acknowledge that I have read and understand all of the guidelines and criteria set forth by the GISD Cheerleader/Mascot Constitution, GISD Athletic Handbook and theGISD Student Handbook. I also acknowledge that the cost of cheerleading/mascot, including summer camp, isthe responsibility of each individual cheerleader/mascot. I also understand that my child as a cheerleader/mascot is not covered by school insurance.

Parent Signature: __________________________________________________ Date: _________________

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GISD Release of All Claims

Parental Permission for cheerleading/mascot Activities

RELEASE made ___________________________, byDate

_________________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian’s name

of _______________________________________________________ Student name

_________________________________________________________ Address

As ________________________________________ of _____________________________________ Parent/Guardian Name of student

Permission is granted to the above-named student to attend cheerleading/mascot practices, try-outs, camps, and performances. I hereby release and discharge the Granger Independent School District, itsagents, employees, and officers, from all claims, demands, actions, judgments, and executions which I may have or which my heirs, executors, administrators, or assigns may have, or claim to have against the above-named School District, its successors or assigns, for all personal injuries, known or unknown, and injuries to property, real or personal, caused by, or arising out of, the above described extracurricular activity.

I further hereby authorize a representative of the school district to consent to medical treatment of the above-named student in the event of an emergency on any trip.

I, the undersigned, have read this release and consent to medical treatment and understand all its terms. I execute it voluntarily and with full knowledge of its significance.

_________________________________________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian

____________________________________________ Date and Year

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Cheerleader/Mascot & Parent Information

Please Print Clearly

Student Info:

Student Name: _____________________________________________________

Mailing Address: ____________________________________________________

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Student Cell Number: ________________________________________________

Parent Info:

Mother’s Name: ____________________________________________________

Mother’s Cell Number: ______________________________________________

Father’s Name: _____________________________________________________

Father’s Cell Number: _______________________________________________

Student Birthday: ________________________________________________

Mother’s Email Address: ______________________________________________

Father’s Email Address: _______________________________________________

Cheerleading Financial Responsibility, 2019-2020

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I recognize that as the parent of _____________________________________ I will be held responsible for the purchase of my child's uniforms, summer camp fees, camp clothes, accessories, and all personal equipment bought to represent Granger ISD as a cheerleader.

These items are the child's and they will be responsible for their upkeep. I am aware that these uniforms become the personal property of the cheerleader, therefore fund-raising for uniforms and personal equipment is not allowed. I am also aware that the cost of uniforms and all personal equipment can cost up to $1,500.00

All uniforms will be paid off by Augusr 1, 2019. A cheerleader may not cheer until all their debt has been paid.

By signing this form, I do realize the financial responsibility and I am aware of the consequences for not having paid for the uniforms and equipment by August 1, 2019.

I am aware that once my child has been selected for cheerleader, that summer camp is mandatory and that summer camp costs $392. Camp fees must be paid by May 13, 2019. Camp will be held at Texas A&M University in College Station from June 24-27.

______________________________________________________________________________ Parent's Signature

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