Liberty High School

2015-2016

Cheerleading & Mascot Tryout

Packet

LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL

Cheerleading & Mascot Tryouts

2015-2016

Welcome to the 2015-2016 Liberty HS cheerleading and mascot tryout process. We are excited that your daughter or son is interested in being a part of the Liberty Cheer program. As stated in the F.I.S.D Cheerleader Constitution & Guidelines– A candidate’s parent(s) or guardian(s) must attend a mandatory orientation meeting scheduled by the cheer coach prior to tryouts. Anyone unable to attend the meeting due to extenuating circumstances, including the parents of middle school candidates, must have a parent contact the cheer sponsor to schedule a time to meet and get a tryout packet and information if they miss the parent meeting. Please call or email Cynthia Kays to schedule an alternative at 469-633-5800 or kaysc@friscoisd.org. Please read through the packet carefully to ensure that your daughter/son has all necessary information for a successful cheer tryout! Included in this packet: 2015-2016 FISD Cheerleading Constitution & Guidelines Financial Obligations Tryout Clinic Information and Important Dates Camp Information Judging Criteria Demerit/Merit System Tentative Calendar Cheer Tryout Checklist (things to be turned in)

1. Cheer Application 2. FISD Cheerleader Constitution & Guidelines Receipt & Acknowledgement Form 3. Financial Obligations Acknowledgement Form 4. Medical Release Form 5. Inherent Risk Form 6. Concussion Form 7. Travel Release Form

I hope we can answer all of your questions this evening. However, in the event that you need further information please feel free to contact Cynthia Kays. Thank you, Cynthia Kays LHS Varsity Cheer Sponsor 469-633-5800 x KaysC@FriscoISD.Org

Important Tryout Dates LHS Cheerleader and mascot 

 Wednesday, February 2rd    Parent/Candidate Meeting 

LHS lecture hall room C100 6:00 p.m. 

Parent meeting for anyone interested in trying out for cheerleader, manager or mascot. This meeting is mandatory. If a parent can’t attend due to extenuating circumstances, then arrangements need to be made to meet with a sponsor to get packet and info before this date. 

 

Friday, February  20st  All tryout paperwork and forms due to LHS front office no later than 4:30 p.m.  

Forms MUST be received by this date in order to be eligible to try out.  

NO EXCEPTIONS 

 Monday, March 2rd  Tryout Clinic   4:30‐6:00 pm LHS Main Gym 

Candidates trying out for cheerleader only. BE ON TIME!! Make sure to be dressed in appropriate workout shoes (athletic or cheer shoes), socks, shorts, and shirt. No jewelry is allowed, and hair must be up. Parents and friends are NOT allowed to watch the clinic. No videotaping of the clinic participants allowed.  

 Tuesday, March 3th       Open Gym/ Mock Tryouts               4:30‐6:00 pm LHS gym  Thursday, March 5th       TRYOUTS‐ LHS Main Gym 

See tryout packet for schedule of times for each squad and mascot  

Friday, March 6th   Results posted online between 4:30‐6:00 pm on the LHS website. 

LHS Cheerleader and LHS Mascot Tryout process March 5, 2015

CHEER TRYOUT PROCESS: 1. Candidates will enter the gym in small assigned groups (numerical) to perform the dance. 2. Candidates will enter the gym individually and will do 3 jumps of his or her choice (see judging

criteria). 3. Candidates will then spirit and or tumble to the center of the gym for their entrance (this is

an opportunity to show off tumbling). 4. Candidates will perform the Chant and cheer individually for the judges, and then spirit off. 5. Once candidates have returned to the small gym, they should not leave until instructed,

in the event that there are callbacks by the judges.

WHAT TO WEAR: Solid black shorts (appropriate length) with plain white shirt (appropriate fit) No Colored Sports Bras White socks with white athletic shoes (predominantly white is okay) Hair pulled back – only solid red, black or white bows No jewelry Nothing can symbolize that you have been a cheerleader Tryout numbers will be provided at the tryout clinic on Monday March 2th

TRYOUT SCHEDULE: TENTATIVE (Be dressed and ready to warm up when you arrive) 4:30 – 4:45 LHS Mascot (arrive at 4:15) 5:00– 5:45 LHS Freshmen (arrive at 4:30 in case running ahead of schedule) 5:45 – 8:00 LHS Junior Varsity/ Varsity (arrive at 5:15 PM in case running ahead of schedule)

** TRYOUTS/CLINIC ARE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC ** Family & friends may wait outside of the building but are NOT allowed to enter the gym area at any time.

**If you are interested in your scores, please contact the LHS front office AFTER spring break**

Do not contact the coaches. They are unable to answer questions about scores.

Results will be posted online at http://www.friscoisd.org/schools/lhs/

Friday, March 6th between 4:30-6:00 pm

CHEERLEADING TRYOUT SCORE SHEETCHEERLEADING TRYOUT SCORE SHEETCHEERLEADING TRYOUT SCORE SHEETCHEERLEADING TRYOUT SCORE SHEET

Judge Name/# __________ Participant # ____________

TUMBLING: (10 points) TUMBLING: (10 points) TUMBLING: (10 points) TUMBLING: (10 points) ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent GoodGoodGoodGood Needs WorkNeeds WorkNeeds WorkNeeds Work Cartwheel, Round Off, or front rollover 3 2 1

Round-off back handspring or series, aerial, standing back handspring 3 2 1

Round-off back handspring layout, pike, full, tuck, or any level above. 4 3 2 1

Comments:Comments:Comments:Comments:

Total: _______

JUMPS: (JUMPS: (JUMPS: (JUMPS: (15151515 points) points) points) points) ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent GoodGoodGoodGood Needs WorkNeeds WorkNeeds WorkNeeds Work CommentsCommentsCommentsComments:::: Toe Touch 5 4 3 2 Hurdler 5 4 3 2 Optional 5 4 3 2

Total: _______

DANCE: (DANCE: (DANCE: (DANCE: (20202020 points)points)points)points) ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent GoodGoodGoodGood Needs WorkNeeds WorkNeeds WorkNeeds Work Comments:Comments:Comments:Comments: Motion Technique 5 4 3 2 Rhythm/Timing 5 4 3 2 Showmanship 5 4 3 2 Knowledge of material 5 4 3 2

Total: _______

CHANT: (CHANT: (CHANT: (CHANT: (25252525 points)points)points)points) ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent GoodGoodGoodGood Needs WorkNeeds WorkNeeds WorkNeeds Work Comments:Comments:Comments:Comments: Motion Technique 5 4 3 2 Voice Projection 5 4 3 2 Rhythm/Timing 5 4 3 2 Showmanship 5 4 3 2 Knowledge of material 5 4 3 2

Total: _______

CHEER: (CHEER: (CHEER: (CHEER: (30303030 points) points) points) points) ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent GoodGoodGoodGood Needs WorkNeeds WorkNeeds WorkNeeds Work Comments:Comments:Comments:Comments: Motion Technique 5 4 3 2 Voice Projection 5 4 3 2 Execution 5 4 3 2 Showmanship 5 4 3 2 Spirit 5 4 3 2 Knowledge of material 5 4 3 2

Would you have any concerns regarding student safety if selected for the squad? Yes / No

TOTAL POINTS RECEIVED= _______TOTAL POINTS RECEIVED= _______TOTAL POINTS RECEIVED= _______TOTAL POINTS RECEIVED= _________ __ __ __ ((((100 pos100 pos100 pos100 possible pointssible pointssible pointssible points))))

LHS Mascot Tryout Performance Requirements:

You will need to prepare a skit for tryouts that: Is no more than 5 minutes in length Includes some kind of music, sound effects (you provide) Uses props, signs Is creative, entertaining, and original Interacts with the crowd (even though there won’t be a

crowd) Has a theme that includes LHS Redhawks

If you want to include something in your skit that you’re not sure about, please check with a sponsor to make sure that it’s appropriate. ***You will be wearing the mascot suit during tryouts. You will need to test your music either on Monday March 2rd or Tuesday, March 3th. ****Please see the attached sample score sheet to see categories that the judges will be scoring****

LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL MASCOT TRYOUT FORM FRISCO ISD

TRYOUTS 2015-2016 SCORE SHEET

CANDIDATE #: ____________________ JUDGE # ____________________

MAX POINTS CRITERA SCORE COMMENTS

SKIT 25 pts

Use of Props Creativity Appropriate Theme

_______

CHARACTER 50 pts

Enthusiasm Character Antics/Emotions Originality

_______

OVERALL IMPRESSION

25 pts

Comfortable in front of crowd & entertaining to crowd

_______

TOTAL POINTS ________

Required through LHS Cheer: Cheer Camp (instruction, food, lodging) $300 Uniform Rental Fee (FISD) $30/$55 (Freshman/JV $30; Varsity $55) Camp/ Pep Rally Practice Clothes/ Bag* $300?(Not to Exceed) -Additional camp items required are not included in this price. Additional t-shirts $25 appx. -Senior & Pink Out– to be ordered at a later date) Briefs (JV/Freshman) $15 ea. Cold Weather Warm-ups (F/ JV only)* $120 Sports Bras: $15 ea. -1 solid white racerback -1 solid white non-racerback -1 solid black racerback Sleeves $21 Black Leggings $24 Briefs (Varsity- sparkle only) $20 Bows (2) $16 ea. Required, but to be purchased individually: Cheer Shoes $70 White no-show socks Other bows as needed (camp) ABOVE PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE TAX (unless noted) and are subject to change Misc costs throughout year: Not to exceed $40 *These prices include custom designs and embroidery including cheerleader and squad name.

LHS Cheerleading 2015-2016

Financial Obligations

APPROXIMATE TOTAL NEW FRESHMEN/JV COST = $______ APPROXIMATE TOTAL NEW VARSITY COST = $ _____

**Camp and uniform rental fees should be paid to LHS Cheer by 4/6/2015 . It must be paid through MyPaymentsPlus. The 2 additional T-Shirts and Warm-ups will be paid through MyPaymentsPlus. All other items will be paid through the Varsity Portal Account.

$ F/JV and $ V

Varsity Returning- $842 JV Returning– $952 Freshman- -$952

LHS Cheerleading Camp Information  

2015‐2016 

  

  

Spirit Athletics Cheer Camp 

June18‐20, 2015  Westin Galleria 

 $300 per cheerleader/mascot/manager 

Including meals 

 Attendance is Mandatory  

 LHS Cheerleader/Mascot Checklist 2015‐2016 

Candidate Name: _____________________________ Parent Name/s: _____________________________ Grade Level for 2015-2016_________________ Trying out for: Cheerleader Mascot

Turn in following forms with this CHECKLIST on top  

to Liberty High School no later than Thursday February 20, 2015 at 4:30 p.m. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!! 

LHS Cheerleader Application (blue form) F.I.S.D Cheerleader Constitution & Guidelines Receipt & Acknowledgement Form (White form)

Financial Obligations Acknowledgement Form (green form) ( White if printed from home)

Medical Release Form (White form) Physical by a licensed physician if needed (white) Inherent Risk Form (White form) Concussion Form(White Form)

Student Travel Information (Gold form)(White if printed from home) Failure to have forms turned in by February 20, 2015 will result in tryout ineligibility

To be checked off by Cheer Sponsor/Administration

Parent attended mandatory meeting OR Met with sponsor to receive packet and go over material

Candidate fulfills all requirements stated in the F.I.S.D Cheerleader Constitution & Guidelines (see Sections II & III)

LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL Cheerleading/Mascot Application

2015-2016

Applicant’s Name: ____________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________ City: _____________________________ Zip: _______________ Parent/s Name/s: ____________________________________________________________ Home Phone: __________________________ Cell Phone: __________________________ Parent Email:________________________________________________________________ School Currently Attending: ____________________________________________________ Grade Level for 2015-2016 9 10 11 12 *If entering grade 11, which squad are you trying out for? JV ________ Varsity _________ **Are you trying out for mascot (2014-2015 11th and 12th graders ONLY)? Yes No *Entering 11th grade students trying out for cheerleader must declare which squad they are trying out for Varsity or Junior Varsity before tryouts (decision must be made by the end of the tryout clinic). That declared squad will be the only squad that candidate may try out for.

I have read the FISD Cheer Constitution and understand all that it entails. I understand that if chosen, I am responsible for the dates stated in the information packet. I understand that I am responsible for reporting ANY physical and/or medical condition that may inhibit my performance. I understand that I can and will fulfill the financial obligations set forth in the LHS cheer packet. I understand that I will act appropriately at all times. It is my responsibility to discontinue any action that may deemed inappropriate by the sponsor and/or an administrator. I understand that being chosen is a privilege and not a right, and, if chosen, I will respect the position and fulfill my responsibilities at or above expectations. Student Signature: ___________________________________ Date: ________________ Parent Signature: ___________________________________ Date: ________________

OFFICIAL USE ONLY: Freshman ______ JV ______ Varsity ______

Cheerleading/Mascot Acknowledgment Form to be turnedto be turnedto be turnedto be turned in prior to tryoutsin prior to tryoutsin prior to tryoutsin prior to tryouts

I PLEDGE TO FOLLOW THE CHEERLEADING/MASCOT CODE OF CONDUCT SET FORTH BY FRISCO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT.

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE GUIDELINES SET IN THE CODE OF CONDUCT AND WILL ADHERE.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________

STUDENT SIGNATURE DATE

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE GUIDELINES SET IN THE CODE OF CONDUCT AND MY DAUGHTER/SON WILL ADHERE.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________

PARENT SIGNATURE DATE

LHS Cheerleader, manager and Mascot Financial Obligations

2015-2016

__________________________________________

Receipt and Acknowledgement Form I understand the financial obligations of being an LHS cheerleader for the 2015-2016 school year as outlined in the tryout packet. I understand that the financial obligations of being LHS cheerleader are mandatory. Cost is $300 to attend camp on June 18-20, 2015. I agree to pay for the camp wear and gear as outlined in the tryout packet. Any other expenses for mascots and managers are optional. I understand that the prices may change due to squad size. I am aware of these terms and agree that I can and will fulfill the financial obligations of being an LHS cheerleader, manager or mascot in a timely manner according to the payment dates outlined in the tryout packet. Parent Signature _____________________ Date ____________ Printed Parent Name _____________________________________ Printed Candidate/Student Name ___________________________

FRISCO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Cheerleading/MascotCheerleading/MascotCheerleading/MascotCheerleading/Mascot Medical Release FormMedical Release FormMedical Release FormMedical Release Form

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CHEERLEADING/MASCOTCHEERLEADING/MASCOTCHEERLEADING/MASCOTCHEERLEADING/MASCOT MEDICAL RELEASE FORMMEDICAL RELEASE FORMMEDICAL RELEASE FORMMEDICAL RELEASE FORM

Student's Name: ________________________________________________________________________________ School: _______________________________________________________ Grade: ____________

I certify that ___________________________________is physically capable and able to fulfill requirements needed to be a

Cheerleading/Mascot member. I understand that this form legally releases all obligations and responsibilities for the medical treatment of my

daughter/son in the event of illness or injury during any squad related activity when either parent cannot be reached. If there is any physical or

medical reason why she should not participate fully, the school requires a doctor's release. Furthermore, the school is not liable for any injury

incurred during Cheerleading/Mascot.

Parent(s) Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: ______________ MEDICAL TREATMENT PERMISSION FORMMEDICAL TREATMENT PERMISSION FORMMEDICAL TREATMENT PERMISSION FORMMEDICAL TREATMENT PERMISSION FORM In the event of an emergency occurring while my daughter/son is on a school coached practice, performance, or trip. I grant my permission to the school and its employees to take whatever action necessary. In the event that I cannot be reached, I hereby authorize the school and/or its employees to give consent for my daughter/son, to receive medical treatment. Home Phone: _____________________________ Business Phone: ______________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________________

City: ____________________________________ State: __________________ Zip: ______________

Person to be notified other than parent or guardian in an emergency:

Name: _____________________________________________________ Phone: _______________

Family Doctor: _______________________________________________ Phone: ________________

If you do not grant permission/authorization for consent to medical treatment, what procedure should be followed?

Insurance Company: _________________________________________ Policy #________________

Parent(s) Signature: __________________________________________ Date: _________________

Medical Information:

Circle One Circle One Heart condition or disease Yes No Asthma Yes No

Diabetes Yes No Allergic to medication Yes No

Convulsions disorder Yes No Allergic to insect stings Yes No

State allergies: ____________________________________________________________________ Date of last tetanus shot: ______________________________________________________________

Additional medical information that might be helpful: ____________________________________________ Any medications currently receiving: _______________________________________________________

FRISCO INDEPENDET SCHOOL DISTRICT Inherent Risk SheetInherent Risk SheetInherent Risk SheetInherent Risk Sheet---- to be turnedto be turnedto be turnedto be turned in prior to tryoutsin prior to tryoutsin prior to tryoutsin prior to tryouts

INHERENT RISKS OF INHERENT RISKS OF INHERENT RISKS OF INHERENT RISKS OF CHEERLEADING/MASCOTCHEERLEADING/MASCOTCHEERLEADING/MASCOTCHEERLEADING/MASCOT::::

Cheerleading/Mascot participation is reasonably safe as long as certain guidelines are followed, but there is the inherent risk of injury as in any athletic activity. Cheerleading/Mascot is an

anaerobic/aerobic activity which includes jumping, stunting, motions, and tumbling. All physicals must be on file in the high school office before you may participate in practices and games.

Keep your coach informed of all injuries and/or chronic conditions.

Although the probability of injury is minimized if you practice correctly, there is always the possibility of one occurring. Injuries that can occur in Cheerleading/Mascot include, but are not

limited to, the following: Blisters, muscle strains, ligament sprains, joints and muscle soreness, abrasions, contusions, stress fractures, broken bones, spinal cord injuries involving paralysis,

and even death. However, if you take certain precautions, the possibility of such injuries will be largely decreased.

BE SURE TO CONSISTENTLY ABIDE BY THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINESBE SURE TO CONSISTENTLY ABIDE BY THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINESBE SURE TO CONSISTENTLY ABIDE BY THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINESBE SURE TO CONSISTENTLY ABIDE BY THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES::::

NEVER NEVER NEVER NEVER stunt or tumble unless a coach or coach's designee is present

Always practice in the presence of a qualified coach

Always warm-up appropriately before dancing (practice and games) by jogging & stretching

Do not attempt a stunt that you do not know how to perform safely and that has not been checked off by the coach

Always use attentive spotters when stunting

Always dance in an area free from obstruction

Always use mats or a grassy area when stunting during practice

Do not stunt on uneven ground, wet surfaces, and concrete. Do not stunt in cold or rainy weather

Never talk, laugh, mess around when performing a stunt

Report all injuries to the coach as soon as they occur

Follow all trainer and doctor recommendations

Lift weights to increase strength and guard against injuries

Always wear shoes and clothing appropriate for Cheerleading/Mascot

Never wear jewelry of any kind of chew gum when dancing (practice and games)

Always have your hair pulled back from your face and shoulders

Eat nutritious meals and get plenty of rest

Always ask for assistance or advice at any time

I have read the preceding warning

I thoroughly appreciate and understand the assumption of risks inherent in Cheerleading/Mascot participation

I acknowledge that I am physically fit and am voluntarily participating in this activity

STUDENT SIGNATURE ________________________________________ DATE ___________________

PARENT SIGNATURE _________________________________________ DATE ___________________

CONCUSSION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM

Definition of Concussion - means a complex pathophysiological process affecting the brain caused by a traumatic physical force or impact to the head or body, which may: (A) include temporary or prolonged altered brain function resulting in physical, cognitive, or emotional symptoms or altered sleep patterns; and (B) involve loss of consciousness.

Prevention – Teach and practice safe play & proper technique. – Follow the rules of play. – Make sure the required protective equipment is worn for all practices and games. – Protective equipment must fit properly and be inspected on a regular basis.

Signs and Symptoms of Concussion – The signs and symptoms of concussion may include but are not limited to: Head ache, appears to be dazed or stunned, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), fatigue, slurred speech, nausea or vomiting, dizziness, loss of balance, blurry vi-sion, sensitive to light or noise, feel foggy or groggy, memory loss, or confusion.

Oversight - Each district shall appoint and approve a Concussion Oversight Team (COT). The COT shall include at least one physician and an athletic trainer if one is employed by the school district. Other members may include: Advanced Practice Nurse, neuropsy-chologist or a physician’s assistant. The COT is charged with developing the Return to Play protocol based on peer reviewed scientific evidence.

Treatment of Concussion - The student-athlete shall be removed from practice or competition immediately if suspected to have sus-tained a concussion. Every student-athlete suspected of sustaining a concussion shall be seen by a physician before they may return to athletic participation. The treatment for concussion is rest. Also avoid external stimulation such as watching television, music, use of computer, and bright lights. When all signs and symptoms of concussion have cleared and the student has received written clearance from a physician, the student-athlete may begin their district’s Return to Play protocol as determined by the Concussion Oversight Team.

Return to Play - According to the Texas Education Code, Section 38.157:A student removed from an interscholastic athletics practice or competition under Section 38.156 may not be permitted to practice or compete again following the force or impact believed to have caused the concussion until:(1) the student has been evaluated, using established medical protocols based on peer-reviewed scientific evidence, by a treating physi-cian chosen by the student or the student ’s parent or guardian or another person with legal authority to make medical decisions for the student;(2) the student has successfully completed each requirement of the return-to-play protocol established under Section 38.153 necessary for the student to return to play;(3) the treating physician has provided a written statement indicating that, in the physician ’s professional judgment, it is safe for the student to return to play; and(4) the student and the student ’s parent or guardian or another person with legal authority to make medical decisions for the student:(A) have acknowledged that the student has completed the requirements of the return-to-play protocol necessary for the student to return to play;(B) have provided the treating physician ’s written statement under Subdivision (3) to the person responsible for compliance with the return-to-play protocol under Subsection (c) and the person who has supervisory responsibilities under Subsection (c); and(C) have signed a consent form indicating that the person signing:(i) has been informed concerning and consents to the student participating in returning to play in accordance with the return-to-play protocol;(ii) understands the risks associated with the student returning to play and will comply with any ongoing requirements in the return-to-play protocol;(iii) consents to the disclosure to appropriate persons, consistent with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-191), of the treating physician ’s written statement under Subdivision (3) and, if any, the return-to-play recommenda-tions of the treating physician; and(iv) understands the immunity provisions under Section 38.159.

Parent or Guardian Signature

Student Signature

Date

Date

Name of Student