2011 – 2012Deer Escorts

Parent InformationMeeting

Teaching Theater, South Campus 7:00

Tryout ProcessKick and Jazz DanceLyrical DanceRight and Left SplitsFlexibilityCorrect Technique and

Alignment“Across the Floor”

SkillsGradesSchool AttendanceAttitude/Behavior

AttireTryout Clinic Tryout Any Black Dance or Aerobic

Attire is acceptableFoot paws, Jazz Shoes or

Jazz Sneakers can be wornHair in a ponytail

Black Tank top or LeotardBlack Sports BraBlack Booty Shorts, Bikers, or

Soffe ShortsBlack or Tan Tights may be

worn (no feet)Hair in a ponytail, no bangs

or wispies.White Bow or Ribbon in hairJazz Shoes or Foot pawsTryout Number pinned onHeavier Make-up

Selection ProcessNo set amount Blanchard, Schaaf and

Kelly judge the tryoutsResults will be posted

online for everyone, Sunday March 27, 2011

There is no guarantee you will be selected if you were an Escort for this year

The decision of the Directors will be final!

How to be competitive?We have to base

tryouts on talent and ability

Parent participation does not guarantee a spot on the team

Old members will be judged on improvement over the year

Fees and Costs-Supplies

-Camp Fees- Annual Escort Fee

Initial Cost and SuppliesInitial practice uniforms (dance paws, practice tops

and bottoms, hair accessories, tights, etc.)T-Shirts (Summer Camp, Football Season, Contest,

Spring Show, Bob/Sue, etc.)Performance Supplies (MAC Make-up, Boots, Hat, etc.)

ESTIMATED COST FOR NEW MEMBERS: $1000…yikes!!

Fundraising Opportunities are provided to help pay for some or all of the amount!!

Camp FeeAll Escorts will pay a Camp Fee – Camp Fees

cover Bonding Camp, and Line Camp. Camp fee is $400.00

Out of the $400.00, $150.00 will be due in April and the remainder ($250.00) will be due in May

Annual Escort FeeAnnual Fee is $500

½ Due in September and ½ Due in December____________________________________________________

Dance Officers + $200Due in November

____________________________________________________Kick and Lyrical Company +$150Due in October

____________________________________________________Social Officer + $100Due in November

Escort Managers pay a total of $150

Trip FeeEvery other year we

attend an In-State Trip

Approx. $425.00

On the opposite years we attend an Out-of-State Trip

Approx. $800.00-$1,000.00

Summer CampsAnd 2-a-days

Summer Camps and 2-a-days will begin on Monday, August 1, 2011-These practices will be mandatory for all participating Escorts-Bonding Camp: TBA-Practice Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 11:00 AM11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Lunch12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Football Season-Dad’s Club/Security

-Fundraisers-Mandatory Thursday Band Practice

Dad’s Club/Security and Booster Club

Dad’s Club:Dads, Uncles, Grandfathers and guardians are welcome and encouraged to be a part of this wonderful “Club” within the organization. They provide water, security to and from restrooms, and escort the team on and off the football field.

Booster Club:We have a very active Booster Club as well. The Booster Club meets every 2nd Monday of the month.

Ad SalesFootball Ad Sales,

are a vital asset to our program. To keep the cost of Escorts as low as possible, we ask that each Escort sells a minimum of 2 ads.

Spring Show Ad Sales, begin in March. Again, this helps to offset the expense of Escorts. We ask that each Escort sell a minimum of 2 ads.

FundraisingExamples:-Cookie Dough-Mule Drawing-Trip Voucher Drawing-Golf Tournament-Popcorn Sales-Bullritos-Kicks for Tips at Papa Johns

Every Thursday, Every Week, from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM; Mandatory Practice!!

New rule: We will not have Thursday morning practice, this will be the only opportunity to attend tutorials. ALL tutorials need to be completed at this time or after school on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday. Grades are very important, if you need extra tutorials, you will not be performing. You will be expected to concentrate on your studies.

Football Dances

-Not every performing member is guaranteed a position for the halftime performance

-They are expected to still attend the games, however they may not dance during halftime

Competition Season-Contest

-Dreamscape Kick and Lyrical

Competition Season

-Escorts compete in 3 – 5 Contests per year

-Every other year we compete in state or out of state (This can change year to year)

-An Escort may be placed in 1 – 10 dances, depending on additional tryouts

Spring Show

Spring ShowVariety Show hosted by the Escorts to

showcase the dances performed during contest, with additional dances added

Currently takes place the first weekend in May

Extra Events-Yea for some fun!!

Social EventsBob and Sue PicnicMother / Daughter TeaHoliday PartiesBanquet Senior Recognition Tea

Important Dates

As Follows: If your daughter makes the team for the 2011 – 2012 school

year, there is a MANDATORY MEETINGMonday, April 11 at 7:00 in the Teaching Theater

Spring Show practices TBA for New GirlsSpring Show

Friday and Saturday, May 6 – 7; 7:00 PMNew – New Camp Thursdays 4:00 – 5:30 (North Campus)

April 7, April 14, May 5, May 12, May 19, May 26Booster Club Meeting and Supply Order

Monday, May 23 (50 % Camp Deposit and 50% Supply Fee Due)

Any Questions??Good Luck to everyone trying out Please direct any further questions to

sblanchard@dpisd.org

THANK YOU!!