Glacier Point Middle School Cheer Handbook 2017-2018

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Glacier Point Middle School Cheer Handbook 2017-2018

 Mandatory Parent Meeting: Wednesday, March 22nd from 6pm-7pm in the Glacier Point Library.  Cheer Application is due April 7th at 3:00PM to the GP office. Teacher recommendations should be sent by teachers through district mail (One rec. for incoming 7th graders, Three recs. for incoming 8th graders) Students will not be able to try out without a completed packet.  Cheer Clinic: Tuesday April 4th and Thursday April 6th from 6:30-8:00 in the Glacier Point Gym (MANDATORY)  Cheer Tryouts: Saturday, April 8th 8:30AM11:00AM.(Tryouts are closed to parents/spectators)  Uniform Fitting: Wednesday, May 24th starting at 5:00PM at Glacier Point (details to follow for those who make the squad) Paige Ybarra 7th Grade Coach/Competition Coach Mikala Bispo 8th Grade Coach/ Competition Coach [email protected]

[email protected]

Heather Donat Cheer Advisor [email protected]

Organization The Glacier Point Cheer Squad is overseen by the Administrative Office, supported and coordinated by the Athletic Office, and managed by the Glacier Point Cheer Advisors. There will be no minimum or maximum number of athletes that make the squads. The number of athletes chosen for any given squad will be decided at try-outs by the advisor of that squad. Competition teams will be chosen this summer. Only students who have been selected for the cheer squads will be eligible to try out for the competition teams.

Qualifications To participate in try-outs for Glacier Point Cheer, a potential squad member must meet all of the qualifications of the Glacier Point eligibility requirements:  Have at least a 2.0 GPA on the most recent progress report.  Have no outstanding fines.  Have an application and signed contract from the parent/guardian giving permission to try-out.  Middle school or students not currently attending Glacier Point must have a copy of attendance, discipline, grades, and the signature of a school official at the bottom of their application.  Have the parents assume the responsibility of their child and the guidelines of the handbook.  Purchase accident insurance (either own or one available through the school) – after try-outs.  Pass a physical – after try-outs.       

Criteria for Selection

Grades Discipline and attendance record Teacher recommendations (must be from core subject teachers) Physical try-outs (technique, rhythm, personality, enthusiasm, overall performance) Participation and attitude at clinic Knowledge of Cheer “Great 8” Interview questions

Important Dates  An informational parent meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 22nd from 6PM-7PM in the Glacier Point Library.  Completed packets are due by Friday, April 7th, 2017. Late packets will not be accepted.

 Participants must have a signed contract, application, and 2.0 GPA to receive try-out material. Incoming 7th graders or transfer students must have a copy of their grades, discipline, and attendance records turned in as well.  There will be two days of try-out clinics. Those interested in trying out are expected to attend all clinics. The clinics will be held on Tuesday, April 4th and Thursday, April 6th from 6:30-8:00PM in the Glacier Point GYM. Participants are expected to learn and perfect the material on their own.  Try-outs will be held on Saturday, April 8th from 8:30am-11am in the Glacier Point GYM. All participants must wear a plain white t-shirt, black shorts, tennis shoes and white socks to try-outs. Girls must wear their hair in a ponytail. If hair is too short for a ponytail, then it must be worn half-up and out of the face.  Judges for the try-outs will consist of, but are not limited to: Squad advisor, coaches, and outside judges. Judges’ decisions are final.  Results of try-outs will be posted outside of the cafeteria by 12pm. The results will also be posted online on the GP Cheer Homepage.  Try-outs and clinic are closed to all spectators.

Financial Responsibility A $250 uniform/camp deposit will be due to Glacier Point on or before Monday, May 1st, 2017. Payments must be made with cash, money order, or cashier’s check. Credit cards and personal checks will NOT be accepted! The remaining balance must be paid in full at the uniform fitting on Wednesday, May 24th at 5:00PM. Estimated costs (Cheer Squad): Camp (Late July/Early August) $100 Camp/Spirit Pack (2 shirts) $35 2 Cheer Bows $12 2017 Uniform $130 Navy Liner $45 Navy Boy Briefs $ 25 White Cheer Shoes $ 50 Warm Ups $120 Total Cost of Mandatory Items: $517 Optional Items Long Sleeve Spirit Shirt Back Pack

$20 $60

Total Cost of all Items:

$597

Please Note- Camp attendance is mandatory. According to district policy, uniforms may be provided for those who cannot afford them. The uniform will be a loaner, in a general size (not custom fit to your child), and cannot be altered in any way. Limited loaners are available for the shell, skirt, and liner, first come, first serve. You must let your advisor know in writing before the uniform fitting date if you choose to have a loaner uniform. Once you have been fitted for a uniform, you are responsible for the cost.

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Competition Cheer Teams In order to try-out for the Competition Cheer Team you must first be on the Cheer Game Squad. Tryouts for Competition Cheer will be in August 2017. (Additional fees will apply). Competition camp fees and uniform pricing will be sent out prior to the try-outs.

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Possible Fundraisers Please Note- All fundraisers will go towards the squad as a whole, not towards individual cheerleaders (ex. profit in individual accounts).

Boo Gramms-------October Candycane Grams--------December Cupcake Wars----------May

Daddy Daughter Dance------February Valentine Grams--------February

Under the California Constitution, the free school guarantee prohibits charging students any fee, charge, or deposit for curricular or extracurricular activities that are an integral component of the District or a school site’s educational program. There are, however, specific statutes in the Education Code and other laws which identify definite circumstances when fees and charges are permissible. Nothing in the law prohibits voluntary donations, contributions, and fundraising by students and their families to support District and school site programs, so long as monetary donations, contributions, and fundraising activities are not made mandatory for students and their families.

Central Unified Cheer Great 8 Rules A

1. ttend all practices and assigned games (football, boys’ & girls’ basketball, boys’ & girls’ volleyball). Excused absences must be made up.

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2. hink about how you represent your school. Always have a positive attitude and put forth your best effort. Remember that you represent your school even when you’re not in uniform.

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3. reat fellow cheer squad members with kindness and respect. Gossip will not be tolerated. This includes talking negatively about another squad member or posting something on any social media account, such as : Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

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4. n proper uniform as instructed by advisor: ponytail with bow, no jewelry, minimal makeup (no glitter), proper shoes, etc. Any time a cheer squad member is in uniform, it must be complete. For example, you may not wear your uniform with hair down or shoes other than cheer shoes.

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5. ravel to and from away games with squad. Written parental permission required for alternate transportation.

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6. niforms and apparel may only be worn by cheer squad members. They are expected to behave appropriately while in that uniform (ex. no excessive affection, no use of profanity, etc.) 7.

Do as told by any advisor or coach. Early and ready to participate are the only way to arrive at game, bus, or practice.

8. This means that you are dressed and ready to go (proper uniform, already ate/used the restroom, not applying makeup or lotion in front of people, etc.)

Responsibilities 1. Abide by the cheer guidelines, GP Cheer rules, and athletic code of ethics. 2. Participate proudly and represent Glacier Point Middle School at all school, athletic, and community events as requested. 3. Maintain at least a 2.0 GPA. 4. Attend Cheer Practices– missing 1or more in one week may result in being benched. 5. Participate in fundraisers and assume financial responsibilities.

Discipline All cheer squad members will be placed on a behavior contract for any of the offenses listed below. The squad member is given 25 points to start the year. See below for how penalties will be assessed. When a squad member reaches zero, it will result in removal from the squad. Advisors have the right to adjust points during the year as they deem necessary.

Offenses that result in point loss: 1 point

3 points





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Improper uniform (missing bow, sloppy hair, etc.) 1-20 minutes late for practice/game/bus Loaning your cheer attire to someone other than a cheer member Not checking in with advisor on spirit days

2 points    

Improper behavior while in uniform or cheer attire (excessive affection, use of profanity, etc.) More than 20 minutes late for practice/game/bus Failure to have parent/approved adult sign squad member out for away games/competitions Leaving practice more than ½ hour early



Unexcused absence – anything but an illness or family emergency (an absence form will be completed to verify excused absences) Failure to notify an advisor when you will miss a practice with an excused absence – must call or email advisor at least one hour before practice starts

5 points 

Missing a game or event for any reason other than illness or family emergency.

Anything deemed inappropriate posted on any social media account, such as: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, SnapChat, etc. will also result in point loss. (Please see attached social media contract for specific details). Offenses that result in immediate removal from squad:  Use and/or possession of alcohol or drugs.  Use and/or possession of tobacco.  Stealing or possession of stolen goods.  Use and/or possession of weapons.  Defiance of advisor, coach, teacher, or administrator.  Two grading periods below a 2.0 GPA.  Fighting on or off campus.  Any suspendable offense.  Any violation of the athletic code of ethics. Parent and/or athlete has the right to request a hearing regarding this action. The hearing will be held as soon as possible with a panel consisting of an administrator, advisor, and athletic director. The member and parent will be given the opportunity to present reasons for this action to be voided. The decision of the panel will be final. Anyone who is removed from the squad for discipline issues will not be allowed to try out for the next year’s squad.

Glacier Point Cheer Social Media Contract As a Glacier Point Middle School Cheerleader, it is YOUR responsibility to represent your school and yourself appropriately on social media sites (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, etc.) Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and will result in a loss of points off of your year-long 25 point total. The point breakdown is as follows; 3 points will be deducted for profane language in comments, captions, or statuses 5 points will be deducted for comments, captions, or statuses of a sexual nature 10 points will be deducted for photos of a sexual nature 10 points will be deducted for photos with inappropriate hand gestures 10 points will be deducted for bullying/gossiping about others/team members on any form of social media I have read and understand the above Social Media Contract. I understand that any social media posts which break this contract will result in point losses as indicated. Cheerleader’s Name: ____________________________ Date:_______ Cheerleader’s Signature: ______________________________________ Parent’s Name:_________________________________ Date:________ Parent’s Signature:___________________________________________

Glacier Point Middle School Cheer Squad Contract I,____________________________, parent or guardian of __________________________, assume the responsibilities that go along with being a Glacier Point Middle School Cheer squad member. I have read the handbook and contract and will abide by these rules. I accept all responsibility for any injury that may occur during clinics, practices, and games. I release Glacier Point Middle School, Central Unified School District, and Glacier Point Cheer advisors and coaches from liability. I understand that I am encouraged to participate in the support of fundraisers sponsored by the Glacier Point Cheer program. I agree to pay in full any expenses incurred by my son/daughter while he/she is a member, even if he/she is removed from the squad or quits. I understand that if my child chooses to be fitted for a custom uniform, that I will be required to pay for that uniform. I understand that if I let the advisor know in writing before fittings, the school will provide a uniform for my child. If a uniform is provided by the school, I am not allowed to alter it in any way, shape, or form. If I do alter it, then I understand that I will have to pay the cost of the uniform to have it replaced. I also understand that if the uniform is not returned at the end of the season, that I will be placed on the fines list.

___________________________ Signature of parent/guardian date

I understand that if I do not maintain satisfactory citizenship, school attendance, and academic standards, I may be removed from the squad. I have read the packet information and contract and agree to comply with the rules. I understand disciplinary action or removal from the squad will result if I do not adhere to the rules.

__________________________ Signature of student

date

*Any transfer student must be registered and approved prior to try-outs. *A current grade report, discipline, and attendance records must accompany the application and contract if not currently a student at Glacier Point. *A student must have and maintain a 2.0 GPA or better and be passing five classes each grading period to be eligible.

Cheer Contract DUE Friday, April 7th, 2017!!!!!!

Glacier Point Middle School Cheer Application

(Type or print neatly - turn in to Glacier Point Office or parent meeting by April 7th, 2017) Incoming 7th graders or transfer students must attach a copy of current grades, discipline, and attendance

Name ____________________________________ Current School ________________ Grade (next year) __ Parents’ name(s)_______________________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________________ Home Phone # _________________Parents’ Cell # __________________ your cell # _________________ Parent’s e-mail address __________________________________________________________________ Squad trying out for (circle one):

7th grade Squad

8th grade Squad

School/Community involvement (clubs, leadership, sports, performing arts, church, volunteer work, etc.): ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ List three words that describe you: ________________

___________________ __________________

List any previous gymnastics/dance experience and any classes that you may have taken: _________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ List any tumbling/stunting skills or dance technique that you have (ex. back handspring, tuck, scorpion, full down, main base, back spot, flyer, turns in second, triple pirouette, leg hold turn, etc.): ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ Which of the Cheer “Great 8” rules do you think is most important and why? ____________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________

For elementary school and transfer students only: I verify that I have attached the grades, discipline, and attendance records for above student who is not currently attending Glacier Point.

_________________________________ School official’s name

___________________________________ Signature

_________ # of pages

Glacier Point Middle School Cheer PAWS Teacher Recommendation Student’s name _______________________________ School_____________________ Teacher’s name ________________________________Subject ___________________ Outstanding

Good

Fair

Poor

3 points

2 points

1 point

0 points

Personal Best works hard, puts forth best effort, doesn’t give up, good attitude, etc.

Acts Responsible completes work, good attendance, good effort, self-controlled, accountable for choices, etc.

Wise Choices reliable, on-time, has the courage to do the right thing, doesn’t gossip or spread rumors, tries to build a good reputation, etc.

Shows Respect kind, compassionate, forgiving, positive, grateful, willing to help others, etc.

TOTAL POINTS Please justify the above ratings by writing comments in the boxes provided or on the back. These will be used in helping to select next year’s cheer squad members.  Do not give it back to the student. These are confidential so please be candid.  Send recommendation through intra-district mail, e-mail, fax, or mail to: Heather Donat If you have any questions, please feel free Glacier Point Middle School to contact Miss Donat 4055 N. Bryan Fresno, CA 93723 Fax: 276-3152 

Please return by Friday, April 7th, 2016.

276-3105 or via email at [email protected]