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Kingsley Jr. High School

Cheerleading Tryouts Information Packet 2016-2017 Season

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Kingsley Jr. High Cheer

Dear Parents and Guardians:

Your child is interested in becoming a member of the Kingsley Jr. High School Cheerleading Squad. If selected, there are specific responsibilities and obligations which they must assume in order to qualify and remain a part of the squad.

The Cheerleader Candidate has received or downloaded this tryout packet which includes information regarding tryouts and the tryout process. Please read all information so that you and your child are aware of the expectations and requirements. All procedures will be followed with no exceptions.

On the following pages, you will find the Cheerleader Tryout Dates and Information, Tryout Qualifications and Requirements, Cheerleader Expectations, Projected Expense List, an overall yearly schedule of events per season, and the necessary forms to be completed and returned. Please be aware of due dates and paperwork that needs to be turned in. If the information is late or if the candidate fails to turn in any required paperwork, the candidate will be disqualified for KJHS Cheer tryouts.

Being a cheerleader is a full year commitment and requires an extreme amount of dedication from not only the cheerleader, but the family as well. If you and your child both feel the obligations and responsibilities can be met, please allow your child to participate in tryouts.

I look forward to another successful year! If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at school, (309) 557-4407, or email me at [email protected].

Thank you for your assistance and cooperation,

Mrs. Becky Montgomery (Coach M)

Kingsley Jr. High Cheerleading Coach

mailto:[email protected]

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KJHS Cheer Tryouts:

Try-outs for the 2016-2017 Kingsley Jr. High Cheerleading squad will take place April 13-15, 2016. Tryouts will be held over a several day period. Within these days we will be able to observe several aspects of the candidates such as: the skills they possess, how well they

cooperate and interact with others, their initiative, and whether or not they possess a positive attitude. Please note that certain skills will be judged each night.

*OPEN GYM/TRYOUTS ARE CLOSED. NO SPECTATORS WILL BE ALLOWED- THIS INCLUDES CAMERAS AND VIDEO CAMERAS. PHONES MUST BE PUT AWAY.

Important Times and Dates for Tryouts:

Cheerleading Tryout Forms Due- Friday, April 8, 2016 Any attached information or other forms needed by the KJHS Office are due no later than the end of the school day on April 8 either to Mrs. Montgomery (Rm. 176), or to the Kingsley Main Office. You may keep all other informational paperwork in this packet. (List of needed paperwork located on Pg. 3)

Open Gym at KJHS (Arends Gym)- Tuesday, April 5, 2016 6:00-7:00 pm: There will be an open gym available for students to attend the week before tryouts. This will be a time for us to get to know the students trying out and give them some tips/pointers, as well as go over the tryout sheet if they have any questions. If someone is unsure of trying out for cheer, they might want to come to this before they try out to make their final decision. This is not mandatory and not attending will not be held against any student trying out if they do not attend. *No spectators allowed, only candidates. Please drop off and pick up at the KJHS north doors (across from Redbird Arena)

ALL paperwork MUST be turned in BEFORE a student is allowed to tryout, otherwise the student will not be allowed in tryouts. Paperwork Due April 8, 2016. Please be prepared to

pick up your child promptly at 8:00pm from the KJHS north doors (across from Redbird Arena). Tryout Dates: April 13th 6:00 – 8:00pm KJHS Arends Gym *clinic for tryouts

April 14th 6:00 – 8:00pm KJHS Arends Gym *clinic for tryouts

April 15th 6:00 – 8:00pm KJHS Arends Gym *FINAL tryouts

April 16th 2016-2017 Final Cheer Squad Posted to KJHS Cheerleading website by 10:00am.

April 20th 6-8pm MANDITORY (Arends Gym) Attendance Required. Uniform and camp clothes fitting with Varsity Rep.

Parent Meeting

Fundraising Info

$300 Deposit due to KJHS CHEER

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Cheerleader Tryout Qualifications/Requirements: Tryouts will be judged on the following:

Floor Cheer (learned at tryouts) Make sure you know all of the words and moves to this cheer. (can review video via Google Classroom using the code: uhkk3c during tryouts)

4 8-counts of a dance (learned at tryouts) Counts (movements) must be in sync with the music (can review video via Google Classroom using the code: uhkk3c during tryouts)

2 jumps: 1 toe-touch and 1 jump of your choice learned at tryouts (right or left herkie, right or left hurdler, or a pike jump)

Tumbling passes – You will tumble on mats. There will be NO SPOTTING. Only do tumbling passes you are confident doing! (*tumbling not required to try out)

Facial Expressions, Voice Projection, Pronunciations, and Motions

3 teacher evaluations- 30% of your score (assesses the character of the candidate) o Teacher evals. must be completed and returned to Coach M by April 8, 2016. o Jr. High Candidates: Two teacher evals. must be from current CORE teachers and

one may be from a past or other current teacher (music, exploratory, PE). o 5th Grade Candidates: One teacher eval. must be from current classroom teacher

and two may be from past or other current teacher (music, IMC, PE, etc.) o Teacher evaluations may be hand-delivered OR sent through Unit Mail to

Coach M (Mrs. Montgomery) at KJHS *NO EVALUATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FROM STUDENTS*

*Cheerleaders are held to the highest standards of leadership, character, and cooperation, as they are the leaders of our school spirit and sportsmanship. Therefore, any candidate not receiving an average of 24 pts. or higher on their teacher evaluations will NOT be eligible to tryout.

What to wear to tryouts: Black shorts, PE shirt (current KJHS students) or grey t-shirt (future KJHS students) Socks, tennis shoes Hair must be pulled back into a HIGH PONY (or away from face/pinned back if

short/braided) NO JEWELRY NO GUM

Paperwork Checklist in order to tryout:

Make sure all of these things are turn in to the KJHS Office or Coach M by April 8

Parent Permission Form (Pg. 7 - print and fill in/sign) Current Grade Sheet printed out (print from Skyward) 3 teacher evaluations (Pg. 8-10 - print out and give to teachers to send to Coach M) For Kingsley Office use: GOLD SLIP, current physical, birth certificate, and signed 2016-

2017 Athletic Permission Form (Pg. 11 – print and fill in/review concussion information attached)

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Cheerleader Expectations:

All duties and responsibilities as a squad member begin upon selection and do not end until the next tryout date. All squad members will be required to:

1. Attend all assigned practices and performances 2. Attend all summer practices and camp 3. Attend all pep rallies 4. Attend all assigned post-season games and tournaments 5. Attend and actively participate in all assigned promotional activities

(fundraisers) 6. Attend all assigned community functions 7. Prepare and participate in all decorating projects 8. Attend any other assigned activity, such as competition 9. Meet all financial obligations by established deadlines 10. Uphold all the articles contained within the KJHS Handbook

Please Review: A full list of KJHS Cheerleading Rules will be provided upon making the

squad, and are also currently available for review on the KJHS Cheerleading website. The rules and consequences regard attendance,

attire, eligibility, etc. according to the KJHS handbook.

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Projected Cheerleader Expense List:

The itemized list below will give you an idea of what to expect in terms of estimated financial obligations at the start of the season. The largest sum of money is due right after tryouts. This list is not inclusive and must be realized by all members that additions must be made from time to time. Opportunities to buy optional items (jackets, warm-ups, t-shirts) will be available later in the summer to offset initial costs. Great care is taken by the coach to keep costs as low as possible. Fundraising after tryouts will be done to help offset some of the initial costs. Each member is responsible for all costs that are not met through fundraising. All items need to be paid in full before any item can be ordered!

Item Quantity Price

Game Day Attire

Uniform (new in 2016) 1 $168.00

Shoes (new in 2016) 1 $85.00

White no-show ankle socks 3 Buy on your own

Briefs Boy Cut 1 $14.00

Bows 2 $30.00

Competition Bow 1 $15.00

Cheer Bag (optional) 1 $45.00

Camp/Season Event Clothes

Outfit 1 1 $45.00

Outfit 2 1 $45.00

Outfit 3 1 $45.00

Camps/Classes (Mandatory)

UCA Camp July 15-18, 2016 (price includes lunch/dinner each day)

$305.00

Gym Etc.. Stunting Class (6 weeks @ $12.50 a class)

$150.00

Shipping & Handling $50.00

(Projected) TOTAL $997.00

*Total Fees and Due Dates are subject to change and can be revised when necessary.

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The Four Seasons of a Cheerleader:

This is an outline to give each candidate an idea of just how much commitment is required. The cheerleading season will begin immediately after tryouts. Each cheerleader’s obligation for the year will not end until the tryout for the next year. Each cheerleader is expected to participate in ALL events! As you will see, CHEERLEADING IS A FULL YEAR COMMITMENT! You will be an important piece to the puzzle!

I. SPRING (March – May)

End of previous season Cheer Banquet

Tryouts- this will usually take place sometime in April and is the first activity of the new cheerleading year.

After school practice- This will begin immediately. Dates will be given after tryouts.

Fundraising- This will begin immediately to help pay for individual expenses and cheerleading organization expenses.

II. SUMMER (June – July)

Summer practices- These practices are used to prepare for the new school year and prepare for summer camp.

UCA Summer Camp- Camp usually lasts for 4 days. This is an important time for the squad to bond and grow into a team. It is also an opportunity for us to learn new and proper cheerleading techniques.

Stunt Class at Gym Etc.- Once a week for 6 weeks so learn proper stunting technique as a squad.

III. FALL (August – October)

Pep Rallies/Assemblies

Girls Basketball Games

Girls Regional Games

Boys Basketball Games

IV. Winter (November – February)

Competition(s)

Boys Basketball Games (cont.)

Boys Regional Games

Pep Rallies

Practices

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Parent Permission Form: Kingsley Cheerleading

Name of Candidate: _____________________________________________________________

Year in NEXT school year (circle one): 6th 7th 8th

- I have read all information describing tryouts and squad requirements.

- I fully understand the rules which govern my daughter/son if she/he is chosen to represent

Kingsley as a Cheerleader. I understand that this is an extracurricular activity and that

attendance at all practices, games, and special functions is a requirement.

- I am aware of the financial responsibilities outlined in the tryout packet on pg. 5.

- I have read all of the above and do hereby give my daughter/son permission to tryout for

Cheerleading at Kingsley Jr. High School.

Enclosed a copy of a current Grade Report – Grades are IMPORTANT! Good grades are

essential for all athetes.

Current physical

Birth Certificate

Signed Athletic Permission form (2016-2017)

Paperwork due FRIDAY – April 8th, 2016

Parent Name: __________________________________________________________________

Phone Number:___________________________ (home) ___________________________(cell)

Parent Email Address: ___________________________________________________________

Parent Signature _________________________________________ Date __________________

I have read and understand all of the rules in the Cheerleading Tryout Information Packet. If I

am chosen as a cheerleader at Kingsley Jr. High, I shall fulfill all of the requirements to the best

of my ability, or I will be removed from the squad.

Candidate’s Signature ____________________________________ Date __________________

Candidate Phone Number ______________________ Email ____________________________

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Teacher Evaluation #1 Grade Next Year: 6 7 8 (circle one)

Teachers,

In order to evaluate those trying out for Cheerleading more effectively, it is necessary to have your input on the candidate trying out. I would appreciate an honest rating based on your knowledge of the candidate. It is crucial that you rate the candidate according to how you feel the candidate excels in your class(es). These evaluations are a significant part of the candidate’s tryout score.

Candidates are not allowed to see this evaluation under any circumstances. Teachers may hand-deliver evaluations to KJHS or they may send them in the

Unit Mail to Mrs. Montgomery (Coach M) at KJHS.

3 teacher evaluations o Teacher evals. must be completed and returned to Coach M by April 8, 2016. o Jr. High Candidates: Two teacher evals. must be from current CORE teachers and




Thank you for your time and support!

Coach Montgomery KJHS CHEER

Student Name _________________________________________________________________ Classes(es) Taught ______________________________________________________________ On a scale of 1-5 (5 being the highest rating), please rate the candidate in each of the areas listed below:

______Ability to get along with peers

______Attitude when given a difficult task

______Overall respect towards authority figures

______Attendance and punctuality

______Dependability/Responsibility

______Overall, this student represent Kingsley well

Teacher Signature __________________________________ School ______________________

Comments:

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Comments:

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Kingsley Junior High School Athletic

Permission/Record 2016-2017

Student Information

School Year 6 7 8

Student Name _____________________________

Address __________________________________

City _____________________ Zip _____________

Birthdate _______ / _______ / _______

Parent/Guardian Name ____________________________________

Phone # __________________________________

_________________________________________ Emergency Contact _________________________________________ Relationship/Phone # _________________________________________ Doctor/Phone # Hospital Choice ____________________________

Any current or reoccurring medical conditions? Explain: ___________________________________

_________________________________________

Any Medications taken?

_________________________________________

Any Allergies?

_________________________________________

Name of Insurance:

_________________________________________

Does this student reside full time with parent, custodial

parent or court appointed legal guardian?

Yes _________ No ________

Is this student new to Kingsley Junior High or Unit 5 this

year?

Yes _________ No ________

Transportation for School Activities

Students must utilize school transportation to and from

all school activities for which transportation is provided.

For these events, parents of the student may transport

their student only if specific arrangements are made in

advance with activity sponsor. Transportation may not

be provided by some instances. These instances would

include, but not be limited to: practices, athletic

contests, music events or club activities held within the

Bloomington-Normal area when it is deemed more

practical for the students to meet the coach or sponsor

at the site. In these cases it will be the responsibility of

the parent to arrange safe transportation.

As the parent/legal guardian of the above named

student, I give permission for him/her to practice and

compete in any of the IESA interscholastic sports or

activities offered. I grant my permission for my child to

receive medical treatment from a physician, nurse, or

other professional personnel, which may be needed, in

my absence due to injuries sustained while participating

in athletics for a Unit 5 school.

I acknowledge receipt of information on concussions.

Furthermore, my son/daughter and I have read and

understand the Athletic Code as set forth by Kingsley

Junior High School of Unit District #5, and agree to abide

by it. __________________________________________

Parent Signature/Date

__________________________________________

Student Signature/Date

**Current physical & birth certificate must be on file at

the school.

Sports offered: Please circle one per season Fall Winter Spring

Cheerleading Boys Basketball Track

Cross Country Volleyball (boys/girls)

(boys/girls)

Softball

Baseball

Girls Basketball

Pom Poms

This box is for Office Use only

Fall Sport: _________________________________

Winter Sport: ______________________________

Spring Sport: ______________________________

Academic Eligibility: ________________________

1st Sem _______________2nd Sem______________

Physical Date: ______________________________

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Concussion Information Sheet

Adapted from the CDC and the 3rd International Conference on Concussion in Sport Document created

7/1/2011. A concussion is a brain injury and all brain injuries are serious. They are caused by a bump,

blow, or jolt to the head, or by a blow to another part of the body with the force transmitted to the

head. They can range from mild to severe and can disrupt the way the brain normally works. Even

though most concussions are mild, all concussions are potentially serious and may result in

complications including prolonged brain damage and death if not recognized and managed properly. In

other words, even a “ding” or a bump on the head can be serious. You can’t see a concussion and in

most sports concussions occur without loss of consciousness. Signs and symptoms of concussion may

show up right after the injury or can take hours or days to fully appear. If your child reports any

symptoms of the concussion, or if you notice the symptoms or signs of a concussion yourself, seek

medical attention right away.

Symptoms may include one or more of the following: Headaches

“Pressure in head”

Nausea or vomiting

Neck pain

Balance problems or dizziness

Blurred, double, or fuzzy vision

Sensitivity to light or noise

Feeling sluggish or slowed down

Feeling foggy or groggy

Drowsiness

Change in sleep patterns

Amnesia

“Don’t feel right”

Fatigue or low energy

Sadness

Nervousness or anxiety

Irritability

More emotional

Confusion

Concentration or memory problems (forgetting game plays)

Repeating the same question/comment

Signs observed by teammates, parents, and coaches include: Appears dazed

Vacant facial expression

Confused about assignment

Forgets plays

Is unsure of game, score, or opponent

Moves clumsily or displays incoordination

Answers questions slowly

Slurred speech

Shows behavior or personality changes

Can’t recall events prior to hit

Can’t recall events after hit

Seizures or convulsions

Any changes in typical behavior or personality

Loses consciousness

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Concussion Information Sheet What can happen if my child keeps on playing with a concussion or returns too soon?

Athletes with the signs and symptoms of a concussion should be removed from play

immediately. Continuing to play with the signs and symptoms of a concussion leaves the

young athlete especially vulnerable to greater injury. There is an increased risk of

significant damage from a concussion for a period of time after completely recovering

from the first one. This can lead to prolonged recovery, or even to severe brain swelling

(second impact syndrome) with devastating and even fatal consequences. It is well

known that adolescent or teenage athletes will often fail to report symptoms of injuries.

Concussions are no different. As a result, education of administrators, coaches, parents,

and students is the key to student-athlete’s safety.

If you think your child has suffered a concussion:

Any athlete even suspected of suffering a concussion should be removed from the game

or practice immediately. No athlete may return to activity after an apparent head injury

or concussion, regardless of how mild it seems or how quickly symptoms clear, without

medical clearance. Close observation of the athlete should continue for several hours.

The Return-to-Play Policy of the IESA and IHSA requires athletes to provide their school

with written clearance from either a physician licensed to practice medicine in all its

branches or a certified athletic trainer working in conjunction with a physician licensed

to practice medicine in all its branches prior to returning to play or practice following a

concussion or after being removed from an interscholastic contest due to a possible

head injury or concussion and not cleared to return to that same contest. In accordance

with state law, all schools are required to follow this policy. You should also inform your

child’s coach if you think that your child may have a concussion. Remember it’s better to

miss one game than miss the whole season. And when in doubt, the athlete sits out.

For current and up-to-date information on concussions you can go to:

http://www.cdc.gov/ConcussionInYouthSports/

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