McLean High School Cheerleading 2015 Fall Season

Hello!

Thank you for showing interest in the McLean High School Cheerleading Program! It is an amazing sport that provides both a social and athletic outlet!

All information for the 2015 MHS Cheer Season can be located on the McLean Activities website ( www.mcleanactivities.org ) in the Varsity Cheerleading section under the Team Files tab. This information includes coach contact information, McLean Cheer Rights and Responsibilities, up to date summer and fall calendars with mandatory events and dates, expenses, tryout information/schedules, and downloadable forms. Please pay special attention to the forms that are required in order to participate in both summer conditioning and tryouts. Per VHSL policies on student athlete participation, athletes cannot participate in conditioning or tryouts without completed forms. FCPS policy also requires completion of concussion education by BOTH parent and student in order to try out. Starting in July, we will begin holding conditioning sessions. Conditioning is not mandatory but strongly recommended to maintain and increase the athleticism that is required for cheerleading. Attending conditioning offers you the opportunity to meet the coaches; it will also give you the benefit of showing the coaches your improvements over the month. Please see the summer conditioning information on the website for details.

Beginning Monday, August 3rd, clinic and tryout sessions for the fall season will be held over the course of four days, from August 3rd to August 6th. Attendance is MANDATORY for ALL clinic/tryout activities during the tryout period. Team selection will be announced at the conclusion of tryouts by holding individual conferences. Once teams have been selected, a MANDATORY parent meeting will be held at 7 pm on Monday, August 10th in the McLean High School Cafeteria to discuss all information regarding the McLean High School Cheerleading program. Please see the tryout requirements on the following pages for detailed information.

Cheerleading at McLean is a rigorous and time-consuming sport, yet it is a very exciting program to be apart of. We take pride of our successful program and have high expectations of our athletes. A 110% commitment is required throughout entire the course of the athletic season. We look forward to an exciting year with McLean Cheer! GO HIGHLANDERS!

Sincerely,MHS Cheerleading Coaching Staff

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Table of ContentsTryouts Information 3

Teams’ Skills Requirements 5

Coaches’ Contact Information 6

General Expectations 7

Costs 8

Rights and Responsibilities 9

1. Eligibility 9

2. Commitment 9

3. Attendance 10

4. Safety 11

5. Communication 11

6. Cell Phone Use 12

7. Conduct 12

8. Practice and Game Policy 13

9. Competition Teams 14

10. Dress Policy 14

11. Lettering Requirements 15

12. Captains and End of Season Awards 15

13. Fundraising 15

14. Parent Involvement 15

Contract and Intent 16

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2015 McLean High School Cheerleading Tryouts

Fall Tryout Schedule

August 3 First Tryout Clinic All forms must be submitted this day

to be able to participate in tryouts

4:00 – 7:00 pm

August 4 Tryout Clinic Day 2 4:00 – 7:00 pm

August 5 Two-mile Run Tryout Clinic Day 3

7:30 am4:00 – 7:00 pm

August 6 Final Tryout Day Team Placements are announced

10:00 am – 2:00 pm3:00 pm

August 7 Uniform Distribution First Day of Practice

3:00 – 6:00 pm6:00 – 8:00 pm

August 10 Parents Meeting 7:00 pm

General Information Tryouts will be held in the McLean High School Dance Room Arrive 15 minutes prior to the tryout time dressed and ready to begin Attendance is MANDATORY for all days of clinics and tryouts. NO

EXCEPTIONS! If you are late, you will NOT be allowed to try out. NO EXCUSES! All candidates must wear a white t-shirt, black shorts, no-show socks, and white

shoes. Seniors wear red shortso Ladies should wear a white or red bow with hair in a secure and teased

ponytail. Be sure to pin back bangs and flyaways.o There should be no touching the hair at any time.

Jewelry, hair ties on wrist, chewing gum, nail polish, or fake nails will not be permitted at any time. Nails must be trimmed neatly so they cannot be seen over fingertips.

Forms and Concussion Education Training must be completed and submitted by the first day of tryouts.

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Required Forms/Training* VHSL Physical Form (Must be dated after 5/1/2015) Emergency Care Card Form FCPS Concussion Education Training Extracurricular Participation Policy McLean High School Cheerleading Handbook Contract

*Note: If the VHSL Physical form or Emergency Care Card were handed in prior to summer conditioning this past summer, the only form that needs to be submitted is the Cheerleader Letter of Intent/Tryout Permission Form. Missing or incomplete forms are unacceptable and the student athlete will not be able to participate in tryouts. Physical forms MUST have a physician signature – stamps containing the physician’s name and/or information are NOT a valid signature. All forms can be downloaded from the MHS activities webpage (www.mcleanactivities.org) under Files. Cheerleading Handbook Contract can be found in Files under JV and Varsity Cheerleading.

Tryout Format Forms will be collected on the first day of tryout. All materials and skills to be performed for the tryouts will be taught at tryout

clinics. Candidates will learn a cheer, 2 chants, and a dance. Small groups will perform designated skills in front of qualified judges. Each candidate will be required to perform: one cheer, one chant, a cheer dance,

cheerleading jumps, stunting skills, and tumbling skills. Candidates will be required to complete a two-mile run. The run is expected to be

completed in eighteen minutes or less. Candidates will receive time-based scores; there will be one-point deductions per minute over required run time.

Candidates will receive a score based on overall impression, including but not limited to, showmanship, precision, presentation, and voice projection.

Candidates of any class level may be on the JV or Varsity team.o *Exception* - No seniors are permitted on the JV squad

Tryout results will be provided on the final tryout day, August 6 after every candidate has performed.

Results are final!

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Skill RequirementsThe following is a list of skills the McLean Cheerleading program is looking for during tryouts for the different levels of cheerleading.

Varsity Cheerleading Requirements (9th – 12th Grades)o Cheer: Levels, Sharpness, Timingo Chants: Levels, Sharpness, Timingo Dance: Synchronization, Energy, Rhythmo Jumps: Combination of THREE advanced jumps; must have at least 1 toe

touch. Jumps must be on time, sharp, have proper technique and pointed toes.

Advanced Jumps: Toe Touch, Pike, Herkie, and Front Hurdlero Tumbling:

Standing double back handspring or standing back handspring tuck Toe-touch back handspring or toe-touch back tuck Round-off double back handspring or round-off back handspring

tuck Skills must be consistent with proper technique NO SPOTTING WILL BE ALLOWED. IF I DO NOT SEE THE

SKILL, YOU DO NOT HAVE THE SKILLo Stunting:

Candidates must be able to perform stunts to counts Flyers: must be able to perform at least a heel stretch full-down

and a scale to arabesque full-down Bases and back spots: must be able to hold a sturdy one-legged

stunt; must be able to throw a high cradle. **Timing of stunts can affect score**

o 2 Mile Run: The 2 mile run is to be completed in 18 minutes. You will be scored based on your time. 1 point deduction per minute over required time.

o Overall Impression: entertainment, variety, creativity, voice projection Junior Varsity Cheerleading Requirements (9th – 11th Grades)

o Cheer: Levels, Sharpness, Timingo Chants: Levels, Sharpness, Timingo Dance: Synchronization, Energy, Rhythmo Jumps: Toe Touch, Pike, Herkie, and Front Hurdlero Tumbling: Round-off and cartwheelo Stunting:

Candidates must be able to perform stunts to counts Prep to sponge Prep to cradle

o 2 Mile Run: The 2 mile run is to be completed in 18 minutes. You will be scored based on your time. 1 point deduction per minute over required time.

o Overall Impression: entertainment, variety, creativity, voice projection

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McLean High School Cheerleading Information

COACH CONTACT INFORMATION

HEAD COACHName: Tiffany NguyenPhone Number: 703-232-8781Email Address: tiffany_nguyen@rocketmail.com

ASSISTANT VARSITY COACHName: Nitika DumeraPhone Number: 703-916-0601Email Address: nitika.dumera@gmail.com

ASSISTANT VARSITY COACH

Name: Christe LodgePhone Number: 703-622-9311Email Address: christelodge18@gmail.com

HEAD JUNIOR VARSITY COACHName: Haley LangePhone Number: 703-220-1085Email Address: haleylange09@gmail.com

ASSISTANT JUNIOR VARSITY COACHName: Katie GradyPhone Number: 703-447-3663Email Address: katielgrady@gmail.com

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General ExpectationsBefore making the decision to try out for cheerleading, please carefully consider the following:

Cheerleaders must be committed to the McLean High School Cheerleading Program for the entire season, and additional duties may be expected throughout the school year.

Cheerleaders will be required to attend ALL practices by his or her coach. Cheerleaders will be required to cheer at ALL McLean football games and ALL

cheer competitions in which MHS Cheerleading participates. Cheerleaders are expected to wear designated attire to school on game days, at

games, and at all cheer events. Overall appearance (including hair, nails, makeup, accessories, and outerwear) shall be in accordance with the pre-specified rules.

Junior Varsity and Freshmen cheerleaders will attend all home Varsity football games for fundraising activities.

There is a financial requirement which may include, but is not limited to, uniforms, practice wear, cheer shoes, athletic gear, camps and clinics, competition wear, and pom poms.

Cheerleaders are expected to work hard outside of practice. This includes, but not limited to, tumbling classes, going to the gym, running every day, practicing routine at home, etc.

Cheerleaders are expected to represent his or her squad and the MHS Cheerleading Program with respect and acceptable behavior at all times. Misbehavior and attitudes will not be tolerated, both in and outside of practice and cheer events.

Signing the contract at the end of this handbook indicates that the student and parent/guardian understands and promises to abide by all policies, rules, and regulations outlined in this handbook.

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Projected CostsEach member will be required to purchase practice clothes. All team members, both JV and Varsity, will be attending camp. New cheerleaders must purchase additional items such as bodysuits, bloomers, and shoes. We will try to our best ability to keep all costs up front for the season, but occasionally additional costs may arise.Required costs are as followed: (PRICES ARE BASED ON PAST COSTS; THESE ARE NOT THE EXACT AMOUNTS REQUIRED FOR THE 2015 SEASON)

New Varsity Cheerleader Cost:Camp/Practice Wear $90Camp $150Choreography & Music $200Shoes $90Competition Bow $30Bag $45Fleece Headband $10

Total: $615

Returning Varsity Cheerleader Cost:Camp/Practice Wear $90Camp $150Choreography & Music $200Competition Bow $30

Total: $470

New JV Cheerleader Cost:Camp/Practice Wear $90Camp $150Shoes $90Competition Bow $30Red and Silver Spandex $15 (each)Red Underbody $20Bag $45Fleece Headband $10

Total: $465

Returning JV Cheerleader CostCamp/Practice Wear $90Camp $150Competition Bow $30

Total: $270

** If you need financial assistance PLEASE contact the coaching staff as soon as possible.

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Rights and ResponsibilitiesThe importance of being a Mclean High School Cheerleader is to promote spirit, sportsmanship, and pride among teammates, athletes, the student body, and the faculty members. The cheerleaders will work with others as a team, and learn the value of teamwork, dedication, perseverance, as well as build character, self-esteem, self-discipline, build a healthy body through exercise and proper eating and represent the school as scholar athletes.

Per the FCPS Students Responsibilities and Rights, all school-sponsored activities involving students shall be conducted within the letter and spirit of rules and regulations addressing appropriate behavior. All student activities, except those exempt in regulations, shall meet the following guidelines.

1. Student activities shall be open and available to all students deemed eligible.

2. Academic standing may be a qualification for any activity.3. No group shall discriminate against any student on the basis of race, color,

sex, religion, national origin, or disability.4. Cheerleaders are to (1) be a positive representation of athletic programs at

McLean High School and (2) conduct themselves in a positive and supportive manner at any practice, game, cheer event, or competition.

5. Cheerleaders have two main roles: (1) the support and spirit of team/games and (2) the competition/representation of McLean High School at any VHSL sanctioned event.

1. EligibilityAll prospective cheerleaders must meet VHSL eligibility requirements. This includes having a Virginia High School League (VHSL) athletic physical and Emergency Care Card on file with Mclean High School. The physical form MUST be dated May 1st or later of the same cheerleading season. Each cheerleader and one parent/guardian must also fulfill the FCPS Concussion Education requirement. Those without a valid physical, emergency care card, and concussion education training will not be permitted to participate in conditioning, tryouts and regular season activities. In addition, each athlete must sign the Handbook contract.

Incoming freshmen are automatically eligible. Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors must have taken and passed at least five (non-repeat) classes in the 14 – 15 school year.

2. CommitmentUpon accepting membership into any squad, each cheerleader must understand that he or she is required to remain on the team for an entire season, which includes all practices, games, camps, and fundraisers. These events are mandatory.

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During the fall season, McLean High School Cheer must take priority over ALL other extracurricular activities (including all star gyms, other sports, jobs, etc.).

Practice Commitment: During the fall season, prior to the start of school, Varsity cheerleaders practice up to six days per week and cheer at one game for a total of six days of cheer. JV and Freshmen will practice up to six days per week and cheer at one game for a total of six days of cheer.

Game Commitment: Cheerleaders are expected to attend all games, which are approximately 10 football games. In addition, cheerleaders will cheer at any conference, regional, or state games in which MHS is involved.

Camp Commitment: Attendance and full participation at camp is required.

Academic success comes before cheerleading. A cheerleader may be late to practice if she or he has a note from a teacher. Tutoring sessions should be scheduled around practice and games. “I didn’t finish my homework,” is not an acceptable excuse to miss a cheerleading related function. Coaches retain the right to make final decisions on what is or is not reasonable.

Student athletes are required to fulfill all cheer commitments unless they are administratively or medically withdrawn from the cheer program. Arbitrary parent punishments that conflict with cheer commitments are not acceptable excuses for failure to fulfill commitments.

4. AttendanceAll practices, games, fundraisers, competitions, and meetings are mandatory. Games are defined as all Conference, non-Conference, Regional, and State events. This includes any rescheduled games and all post-season games. The Conference Semi-Finals, Conference Finals, Regional, and State cheer competitions are mandatory. Practices may be held on days when Fairfax County is not in school.

Monthly calendars with specified times will be provided. Cheerleaders must attend the full day of school in order to participate in practice or that day’s athletic events. If the athletic event occurs on the weekend, cheerleaders must be present for the entire day of school prior to the weekend event. This policy also includes tardiness to school and classes. The only exceptions are EXCUSED absences such as doctor appointments that occur during the school day.

Cheerleaders will be benched for absences and tardiness unless they are excused due to illness, a death in the family, a family emergency, or religious holidays. Work, doctor appointments, and babysitting will NOT be excused. A dated, written note by a parent, legal guardian, or teacher stating the reason MUST be submitted for the absence or tardiness to an activity and is subject to approval by the coach. A tardy or absence without a written explanation WILL NOT be excused. Pre-arranged absences are allowed at the coach’s discretion and require a written notice. Parents may call the coach. If the

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coach cannot be reached, a message may be left on a cell phone or with the school. It is UNACCEPTABLE to relay any message for a coach through another squad member.

If a cheerleader is LATE for a scheduled activity with NO NOTE/ PHONE CALL from the parent, the following will happen:

The entire team will do extra conditioning. The cheerleader will not participate in practice that day. The cheerleader will be benched for the first quarter of the following game.

If a cheerleader is ABSENT from a schedule activity with NO NOTE/ PHONE CALL: 1ST time: benched from practice and game. 2nd time: Suspended from practice and the next two games 3rd time: Possible removal from team pending a conference with the parents and

coach.

Detention, cutting class or any unexcused absence from class will not be looked upon highly. These matters will be evaluated by the coaching staff to determine proper consequences.As a cheerleader, continued lateness and absences without a note will not be tolerated, will be subjected to coach/cheerleader/parent interventions, and will risk the athlete’s position on the team.

5. SafetyIf a cheerleader feels ill or is experiencing an injury or personal problem, he or she is to notify a coach immediately.

Stunts are performed throughout the cheerleading season. We follow all National Federation Guidelines and VHSL rules. All cheerleaders must make themselves knowledgeable of ACCAA safety rules, NFHS safety rules, and VHSL safety rules. The websites for the guidelines are:www.nfhs.org www.vhsl.org/athletics/cheer www.aacca.org

Talking, laughing, or playing around will not be permitted at anytime during stunting or tumbling. There must be additional spotters when practicing new stunts. Stunting should take place on a cushioned surface. Cheerleaders cannot stunt or tumble without a coach present. Coaches will determine each individual’s stunting position to fit the team. Coaches reserve the right to remove cheerleaders from stunt group or stunting position to ensure safe stunting. If a parent/guardian does not feel comfortable for their child to partake in stunting, notify the child’s coaches as soon as possible.

6. CommunicationIn the event of an injury, illness or family emergency, a parent should contact the coach immediately. Communication outside of practice between the coaches and the team will occur by email or text messaging. Information often comes from the team captains and is

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relayed to the team. There should be no excuse for a cheerleader not receiving information.

7. Cell Phone UseCell phone use is prohibited during all cheerleading events including practices, games, and competitions. Cell phone must be placed in the “off” or “silent” position prior to the arrival at an event and placed in a secure location; placing phone to “vibrate” is unacceptable. In the event of a true emergency, parents/guardians may call the cell phone of a coaching staff member or may come to the school to pick up their cheerleader.

8. ConductBy accepting the privilege and honor of wearing a McLean High School cheerleading uniform, the cheerleader accepts the fact that his or her actions are more prominent than those not associated with such activity. Cheerleading is a privilege, not a right. Exemplary behavior is mandatory at all times.

The coaches must clear all decisions, including but not limited to, what will be worn on game day, decorating the locker rooms, making team shirts, etc. Proper appearance is required at all times. Uniforms must be spotless at all times.

While in and out of uniform, each cheerleader should conduct him/ herself in an appropriate manner:

Sportsmanlike conduct is expected at all times. Should a cheerleader be found in violation of this policy, he/she will be benched for the duration of the following game and/or additional conditioning exercises at the discretion of the coaching staff.

Use of inappropriate language and public displays of affection are not allowed. Smoking, alcohol consumption, and drug usage are strictly forbidden.

Cheerleaders must be prompt at all activities and functions. Cheerleaders must maintain a positive attitude at all events. Insubordination to coaches or other officials will not be tolerated. Inappropriate behavior of an individual cheerleader also reflects upon the entire squad. Depending on the infraction, the entire team may have consequence for the behavior of one.

Cheerleaders must practice discretion when it comes to matters concerning the program. A cheerleader should not discuss cheer related issues with non-team members. Inappropriate or demeaning photos or messages on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, and other social media websites/apps may result in disciplinary action and dismissal from the squad.

Every attempt will be made to discipline fairly/equally. Parents will be kept informed of problematic situations. The severity of the infraction may dictate the severity of the punishment. Each situation will be dealt with in a manner decided upon by the coaches with assistance from the school administration if necessary.

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9. Practice/Game Policy Cheerleaders should be fifteen minutes early to every practice to ensure that they

are prepared. Continual tardiness is grounds for dismissal. Prior to practice time, every cheerleader must be completely ready, along with

the mats properly placed and taped. We will begin every practice on time. o If a cheerleader requires assistance from the athletic trainer for tape, ice, or

physical therapy, he or she must go prior to the start time. Cheerleaders may not leave practice early. If a cheerleader is to miss practice, he or she must contact the coach. He or she

may not relay the message through another cheerleader or parent. If a cheerleader does not attend school the day of a game or practice, that

cheerleader may not participate in any activity and it will be counted as an absence.

Missing practice for a test or other approved academic reason will carry no penalty if the cheerleader has approved it with a coach prior to practice. A note from the teacher is required.

Missing practice for a club meeting is not allowed. All members must dress out for practice even if they are injured or sick. If a cheerleader misses practice during the week preceding a competition, she will

not compete and may lose his or her spot in the routine for other competitions. If a cheerleader does not attend the practice before a game, pep rally, or competition, he or she may not be eligible to participate. However, he or she must dress out and sit with the coaches on the sidelines.

Eating, drinking (other than water), or chewing gum is not permitted during practice, games, or competition.

Cheerleaders must have the proper uniform (including correct color spandex, bows, bodysuits, etc.) Cheerleader will be benched if not prepared in the proper uniform.

Cheerleaders must look clean and presentable on game day. Hair must be pulled back and eye makeup must be in neutral colors; i.e. no blue, red, etc. eye shadow.

During football season, each cheerleader is required to attend every game (home or away) on his or her official schedule. JV and Freshmen cheerleaders must also attend every Varsity home game for fundraising.

Cheerleaders must ride the transportation provided by the school to and from the athletic events. If a cheerleader is not on the bus, he or she will not cheer. Approval may be granted by a coach for a cheerleader to travel on his or her own, but this must be a pre-approved circumstance. Proper paperwork must be filled out in this case.

It is against MHS policy to allow athletes to leave the game with someone other than a parent.

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Cheerleaders must be back and ready to cheer at halftime with two minutes left on the clock. If a cheerleader is late, he or she will sit out for either a quarter or the remainder of the game. If this happens twice, the cheerleader will receive one absence.

All cheerleaders will cheer at pep rallies. At every game, cheerleaders are required to perform a minimum of 15 skills

(tumbling, jumps, stunts) per quarter.o Jumps: single and double jumps are considered as 1 skill; 3 or more

connected jumps are considered as 2 skillso Tumbling:

Single back handspring (standing or running) – considered as 1 skill

Series back handsprings or back tuck (standing or running) – considered as 2 skills

Layout and full – considered as 3 skillso Stunts

Any type of stunt will be considered as 1 skill The only acceptable reasons to miss a performance (games, pep rallies,

competition) are: a death, hospitalization, illness with a doctor’s note, or religious reasons. A call must be made to the coach in the case of one of these absences.

Competition TeamsCoaches will have the sole discretion of selecting their competition teams. However, all members must learn their competition routines and will be expected to act as alternates if not selected to compete.

Members of the Freshmen and JV teams may be pulled up to compete on the Varsity team.

Only Varsity cheerleaders will participate in the 6A North Conference, Northern Region, and State competitions.

JV and Freshmen cheerleaders must attend conference and regional competitions in pre-determined uniform to cheer on the Varsity squad. Varsity is also expected to attend JV/Freshmen competitions in pre-determined uniform to cheer on the JV/Freshmen squads.

Dress PolicyPractice clothes must be worn on designated days. The correct clothes will be posted on the calendar or relayed by the captains. There is not excuse to be wearing the wrong shorts or shirt. Cheer shoes and white socks must be worn.

Cheerleaders are expected to wear proper uniforms before arriving at games or competitions. Uggs, slippers, sweatpants, etc. will not be allowed.

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Uniforms are to be worn at all scheduled activities unless otherwise specified by the coach. Cheerleaders with an improper uniform will be benched and will not be allowed to practice or cheer on game day. Uniforms include skirts, tops, spandex, white socks, warm-ups, sweaters, bags, poms, and practice uniforms. No jewelry (including tongue, belly, and facial piercing) is permitted during practice, games or events, unless it is a medical ID, which must be secured to the body. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face. Only approved bows may be worn (game day). Nails must be trimmed at all times with no nail polish. Acrylic nails are NOT permitted while in season.

Each cheerleader will complete and sign an inventory sheet stating the condition of the uniform and equipment received. Each cheerleader is responsible for keeping his/her uniform clean, (including shoes) and in good condition. Uniforms must be washed separately (NOT DRY CLEANED) on the gentle wash cycle and be allowed to hang dry. Uniforms should NOT be put in the dryer or ironed. All uniforms must be returned at the completion of the season. If a cheerleader does not turn in a uniform or if it is in poor condition, the cheerleader will incur a financial obligation to the school.

Cheerleading shoes are expected to be white with no scuffmarks, track stains, mud, or dirt at all times.

Cheerleaders are expected to adhere to the McLean High School Dress Code at all times when not in uniform.

Lettering RequirementsTo letter in cheerleading, an athlete must be a member of good standing on Varsity squad, be fully uniformed at all times, be current on all financial obligations including uniform turn in, complete the season, and earn the coach’s recommendation. A cheerleader must attend MINIMUM of 90% of all scheduled activities (games, practices, meetings, competitions, and fundraisers) in order to receive any awards or certificates.

Captains and End of Season AwardsCaptains and End of Season awards will be voted on by teammates and the coaching staff will have the final decision. Any cheerleader who is interested in being a captain will receive a form stating the captain requirements. The End of Season awards will be the MVP Award, Most Improved Award, Spirit Award, and Coaches’ Award.

FundraisingAll cheerleaders will participate in all fundraising activities. Money raised will be used to fund expenses during the year, not only for the program, but for individuals as well. All cheerleaders are expected to participate the entire time of the fundraising event; they are to arrive on time and leave when the event is finished.

Parent Involvement

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Parents must let the coaches serve their role as coach, and understand that the coach tries to do the best thing for the team. Sometimes this means changing a cheerleader’s position or participation in competition or special events. Please keep in mind that no position is more important than another. The decisions of the coaches are always in the best interest of the team; nothing is “personal” and should not be taken that way.

We encourage all families to join the Booster Club. Each team must have a booster representative. The booster representative must attend all meetings and convey pertinent information to the team.

Each team should have a “Team Parent” in addition to the booster rep. Through the team parent, parents can organize fundraising events, special events for the cheerleaders, goody bags before competition, decorating the cheerleaders’ lockers, etc.

The team parent and booster rep should coordinate with the coaches to discuss any ideas.If a cheerleader does not drive, parents should get their children to practice, games, and special events on time. Traffic is not an excuse for being late.

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MCLEAN HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADING

Contract I have read and agree to the terms of the McLean High School Cheerleading Rights and Responsibilities. I understand that failure to adhere to these terms may result in consequences as deemed necessary by the coaching staff including possible benching or dismissal from the cheerleading squad. I agree to work towards and support my teammates in achieving the goals we set as a team.

_________________________ ___________________________ _________________Student Name (Printed) Student Signature Date

I have read and agree to the terms of the McLean High School Cheerleading Rights and Responsibilities including the practice and game expectations. I understand that my student’s failure to adhere to these terms may result in consequences as deemed necessary by the coaching staff including possible benching or dismissal from the cheerleading squad. I agree to support and enforce my student’s adherence to the terms of the rights and responsibilities document.

__________________________ ____________________________ _________________Parent Name (Printed) Parent Signature Date

IntentName: ______________________________________________________ Year: ____________

Circle OneI would like to be considered for the Varsity Sideline or JV Sideline. Yes No

I would like to be considered for Varsity Sideline only. Yes No

**The competition team will be determined after cheer camp.**

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