Sparkman Middle School Cheerleaders

							Sparkman Middle School Cheerleaders
To Parents and Prospective Cheerleaders:

        Sparkman Middle takes great pride in their cheerleading program. We are currently
working to produce a National Championship Squad. To make this a reality, we must have
110% cooperation from you. A cheerleading squad, like any other team takes a great deal
of hard work, cooperation, time and caring on the part of the cheerleader, the parents, the
coach and the administration. Guidelines must be set and followed in order for a team to
reach its full potential. Please read the following guidelines and information thoroughly.
Tryouts: March 23, 25, and 27
Parent Meeting: March 23 at 5:00 p.m.
Tryout Requirements
 Group Cheer
 Individual Cheer
 2 jumps: Toe Touch and jump of your choice
 Optional tumbling and/or tumbling pass
Camp
Please know that CAMP is MANDATORY for all cheerleaders. Camp will be the week of
June 8th. We will have a private UCA camp at school.
        Please be sure you and your parents read these rules and regulations. There will be
fundraising projects, summer practices, cheerleading camps and clinics to attend. Be ready
for some extra expenses like shoes, tights, camp clothes, etc.
        The school has uniforms for the cheerleaders, if an individual makes the squad that
cannot wear any of the uniforms we have; it is up to the cheerleader and parent to alter or
get a uniform to match the others. The school will not pay for extra uniforms or alterations.

Please read the attached information on regulations and demerits. If you are willing to
abide by all requirements listed you will need to:

      Sign parental permission slip
      3 teacher recommendations filled out
      Current physical must be filled out by a doctor and turned into Nurse Kandy 10
       days before tryouts.
      Extracurricular Participation Permission/Wavier filled out and signed

ALL FORMS ARE DUE BEFORE TRYOUTS. Anyone without all forms filled out will
not be permitted to tryout.

                                                      Thank you,


                                                      Brooke Browning
                                                      Competition Cheerleading Coach
                             Regulations

1. The squad will travel together as a team in assigned cars or school buses to
all trips/ballgames (unless otherwise stated).

2. You will not be permitted to cheer for any other school/All-Star squad.

3. You must maintain a “C” average. Report cards/Progress Reports are due
to the coach the day they are received.

4. All team members must participate in ALL fundraisers or pay their part.

5. All team members must turn in a copy of their birth certificate and current
physical.

6. If there is a question or you do not understand any of the rules, you must
call your coach for answers DO NOT call the captains.

7. Once money is turned in to the account it is Non-Refundable. If you quit, or
are kicked off, your money is still Non-Refundable. NO EXCEPTIONS!

8. All social internet websites (MySpace, Facebook, Hi5, and others) should
not have unnecessary/inappropriate photos, text and/or graphics.

9. You must always be concerned about your moral standards, good behavior
at school, be dependable and show leadership because ALL EYES ARE ON
YOU!!

10. You must attend UCA summer camp. Jobs or taking a personal vacation
will not be excused. If unable to attend summer camp you will be removed
from the squad.

11. Any cheerleader who is hurt or injured shall attend practice and games
dressed out in proper attire for that event and shall follow all practice and
game rules.

12. ALL practices are closed.
      Sparkman Middle School Cheerleader
                Demerit List
(WHEN A MEMBER RECIEVES 12 DEMERITS THEY WILL BE DISMISSED
FROM THE SQUAD)

1. Inappropriate behavior will be 1-12 or a dismissal from the squad. This includes
smoking, drinking, use of drugs, pregnancy, and/or expulsion from school. In school
suspension, or conduct which reflects on the reputation of the squad or school.

2. Failure to attend ballgames unless excused by Ms. Browning or Sparkman Middle
School administrator. This includes parties, church functions, and last minute family trips.
(12)

3. Use of foul language at ballgames or any fusing, fighting, or gossiping among
cheerleaders. If you are reported by a teacher you will also receive demerits. (6)**

4. Failure to attend practice. This also included special practices. (6) Late to practice. (2)**

5. Must be at school and practice on day of game. If a situation occurs that detains or keeps
you from practice you must inform Ms. Browning. (6)**

6. No boyfriends sitting with, behind, or in the same section with cheerleader while
cheering. Talking to friends while cheering or doing things other than cheering will not be
allowed. No sitting in bleachers with boyfriends while in uniform. (2)**

7. Proper wearing of uniform to include: (2)**
    no rolling of skirts
    no missing items
    uniforms must be neat and pressed

8. Failure to turn in money on due date. (2)** Each day it is late. (1)**

9. No jewelry at all. This includes ALL earrings and body piercing rings. (1)

** Rules with asterisk by them represent demerits that can be run off. Ex. A cheerleader
forgets to bring money on the assigned day; she will be allowed to run off the demerit
instead of keeping it.
                    Sparkman Middle School
My child, __________________________ has my permission to be a cheerleader at
Sparkman Middle School. I understand that he/she must abide by the rules and regulations
set forth by the coaches and the principal of Sparkman Middle School and be present for all
practices and games. I have read the rules and regulations and understand that violation of
any of these rules may lead to temporary or permanent suspension from the squad. I
understand and give permission for my daughter/son to ride with the coaches and/or other
parents when necessary. I understand that the physical must be completed and turned in to
the school nurse 10 days prior to tryouts and all other forms attached must be completed by
the day of tryouts or my child will not be allowed to tryout. I understand that my child must
attend all practices (unless excused by the coaches) and tryouts sessions or my child will
not be considered for a cheerleading position.

I understand all cost included as stated in the rules.

I understand by the nature of the activity, cheerleading and gymnastics carry a risk of
physical injury. No matter how careful the participant and coach are, how many spotters
are used, or what landing surface is used, the risk cannot be eliminated. The risk of injury
minor injuries such as muscle pulls, dislocation, and broken bones. The risk also includes
catastrophic injuries such as permanent paralysis or even death from landing or fall in the
back neck, or head. I understand these risks and will not hold Sparkman Middle School or
any personnel responsible in the case of accident or injury at any time.

________________          ___/___/___      ______________________ ___/___/___
Parent or guardian         date            Participant             date

I am interested in being a cheerleader at Sparkman Middle School. I understand the risks
stated above. If elected, I promise to abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the
coach and the principal of Sparkman Middle School. I promise to cooperate and follow the
instructions of the cheerleading coach.

Student Signature: ____________________________                Date:___/___/___

Home address:
________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________


____________________________                             ______________________________
Parent signature                                         Participant signature   Date
Teacher Evaluation for Competition Cheerleading
This student is trying out for the 2009-2010 Sparkman Middle Competition Cheerleading
squad. He/She must have three completed teacher recommendations in order to tryout.
Teacher evaluations will be averaged together to count for a potion of each candidate’s
score. It is very important that you rate the student according to how you feel the student
does in your class or classes. Please be realistic as well as fair. These evaluations will not
be shared with the student. They will be confidential and tallied by the judges.

Please place the recommendation in a sealed envelope and return it to the student. The
student will give me the envelope before tryouts.

Thank you for your time and cooperation. If you have any questions, please feel free to
contact me.

Brooke Browning
Competition Cheer Coach

Name of applicant: ________________________________________________________

Class(es) taught: __________________________________________________________

Grade: _______

Did this student ever need to be disciplined by you, and if so, what was the offence?

________________________________________________________________________

On a scale of 1-5 (5 being the best) please rate the applicant in each of these areas:

____ Honesty

____ Works well with others

____ Punctuality and attendance

____ Dependable

____ Leadership

____ Attitude