Fontainebleau Junior High Windjammer Dance Team and Cheerleading squad

Application

*Because this is a joint application, please check the box that applies. Also, note that because cheerleading tryouts are before dance team tryouts, you will NOT be able to try out for the dance team if you make the cheerleading squad. Only in the event that you do not make the cheerleading squad can you try out for the dance team.

Cheer Applicant Dance Applicant Both Dance and Cheer Applicant

NAME__________________________________, __________________________________________ Last Name First Name

SCHOOL CURRENTLY ATTENDING:__________________________________ CURRENT GRADE: 6th 7th

PARENT CELL: (1)__________________________________________(2)_____________________________________________

PARENT EMAIL: (1)__________________________________________(2)_____________________________________________

______________________________________ has my permission to try out for the Fontainebleau Junior High School Dance and/or Cheerleading Team. I have read the list of requirements for try-outs and agree to all conditions. I understand that I must attend a parent’s meeting on Monday, March 16th prior to try-outs in order for my child to try out for either team.

PARENT SIGNATURE:__________________________________________________________

STUDENT SIGNATURE:_________________________________________________________

The following items must be returned in a sealed envelope to FJH Front Office no later than TUESDAY, March 17th by 4:00 p.m. Written on the envelope should include the STUDENT’S NAME and ATTENTION: CHEER/DANCE SPONSOR. Please do not send in items separately.

Signed application and permission form (this paper) Completed current physical, waiver, concussion form (see attached) Copy of health insurance card and form filled out (an emailed version is fine as well) Copy of 3rd nine week’s report card (available to print from JPams) Two completed letters of recommendation (teacher, coach, or school administrator) sealed, and signed

in the envelopes provided (or emailed by the teacher or coach)

Please check here if your child has already turned in their physical for another sport.

Approximate date of expiration: _____________________

*Please note that before the clinic, a current physical must be turned in to the sponsor.

Other important activities your child is in or may be in next year which may interrupt practice and/or games.

1.____________________________________ Day and Time___________________

2.____________________________________ Day and Time___________________

ALL applicants are required to attend a two-day c

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO KEEP FOR REFERENCE

A MANDATORY MEETING FOR PARENTS AND APPLICANTS of cheer and dance will be held Monday, March 16th in the FJH Cafeteria at 6:00 p.m. The applicant AND a parent MUST attend for the applicant to try-out. If you have any questions, please email emily.caserta@stpsb.org (for cheer) or rachel.mendoza@stpsb.org (for dance).

Cheerleading Information All of the following information will be explained in more detail at the mandatory meeting.

ALL applicants are required to attend a two-day clinic and a try-out day. Clinic and try-out attire is: black knit or other comfortable easy to move in black shorts, solid white t-shirt (tied back if necessary), white sports bra, tennis shoes, and white socks. Hair must be in a ponytail or pulled back if too short.

Clinic and Try-out times: Wednesday, March 25th (clinic) FJH Gym 4:15 – 6:15 Thursday, March 26th (clinic) FJH Gym 4:15 – 6:15 Saturday, March 28th (try-out day) FJH Gym 8:30 – until complete

Fittings will immediately follow tryouts.

Cost of a new cheerleader is approximately $900 with multiple payment dates to break up the cost. Camp fees

will be due the day your child makes the team ($250).

Camp is MANDATORY! Camp will take place at FJH on May 27th, 28th, and 29th and June 1st and 2nd from 9-3

each day. There will be no exceptions for absences on these dates.

Practices will mainly be held in the mornings, mainly on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, beginning

around 7:00. There will be occasional afternoon and weekend practices.

Dance Team Information All of the following information will be explained in more detail at the mandatory meeting

ALL applicants are required to attend a two-day clinic and a try-out day. Clinic and try-out attire is: tennis shoes or jazz shoes (preferred), black shorts or leggings, a plain black tank, short-sleeved T-shirt or leotard, no jewelry, and hair should be pulled up and out of face. No cheer or dance-affiliated logos on any part of the outfit will be permitted.

Clinic and Try-out times: Thursday, April 2nd (clinic) FJH Gym 4:00pm – 5:45pm Friday, April 3rd (clinic) FJH Gym 4:00pm -5:45pm Saturday, April 4th (try-out day) FJH Gym 10am – until complete (approximately 2 hours)

Fittings will take place on April 20th.

Cost of a new dancer is approximately $900: $300 due at fitting, $300 due in May, $300 due in June.

Camp is MANDATORY! The camp will take place at FJH June 15th- 19th 8:30am-2:30pm. During this time the

dancers will learn 3 dances, stand routines, work on technique, conditioning, and have a performance for

parents on the Friday.

Practices will mainly be held Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons from 4-5:30. There is also a possibility of

having occasional morning or Saturday practices. Practice dates are subject to change depending on game

schedule.

Fontainebleau Junior High Dance/Cheerleading Letter of Recommendation

*Please place in the envelope provided by the student, seal, and sign. You may return it to the student. If you prefer to email information, please do so at emily.caserta@stpsb.org for cheer or rachel.mendoza@stpsb.org for dance.

This letter is to certify that I, ______________________________________, have personal knowledge and association with

___________________________________, who is trying out for the FJH cheerleading squad/dance team (circle one-or both).

Best Worst

Positive Attitude 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Appropriate Behavior/Conduct 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Satisfactory Grades/Hard-working 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Punctual/Dependable 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Please add any additional comments whether positive or negative, which will help in the determining of this student’s addition to the team. If you prefer to email the recommendation, please let the applicant know that you are doing so.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________ Signature of Teacher/Administrator/Coach Name of School/Association

Fontainebleau Junior High Dance/Cheerleading Letter of Recommendation *Please place in the envelope provided by the student, seal, and sign. You may return it to the student. If you prefer to email information, please do so at emily.caserta@stpsb.org for cheer or rachel.mendoza@stpsb.org for dance.

This letter is to certify that I, ______________________________________, have personal knowledge and association with

___________________________________, who is trying out for the FJH cheerleading squad/dance team (circle one-or both).

Best Worst

Positive Attitude 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Appropriate Behavior/Conduct 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Satisfactory Grades/Hard-working 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Punctual/Dependable 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Please add any additional comments whether positive or negative, which will help in the determining of this student’s addition to the team. If you prefer to email the recommendation, please let the applicant know that you are doing so.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________ Signature of Teacher/Administrator/Coach Name of School/Association

100 Hurricane Alley – Mandeville, Louisiana 70471 – 985-875-7501

Dear Parents,

As a school committed to continuous improvement, Fontainebleau Junior High strives to

provide positive learning opportunities by offering a variety of sports. Within these sports, multiple

levels of participation are available to provide developmentally appropriate instruction and to

maximize opportunities for growth. Eligibility to participate in Fontainebleau Junior High athletics is a

privilege a student earns by meeting standards outlined in the student handbook. Participation in

athletics is an excellent learning tool for developing commitment, responsibility, teamwork, and

character. Our goal is to turn student-athletes into successful young men and women.

Fontainebleau Junior High School’s athletic teams participate in competitive, interscholastic

sporting events. Teams are chosen based on student skill levels and sportsmanship. Coaches and

athletes work hard to make our programs highly competitive.

Parental support is essential in maintaining the FJH athletic program. We need parents to help

with concessions and admissions at every game. Please join the FJH Athletic Booster Club! Your

commitment to our program is greatly appreciated.

In order for your child to participate in the Fontainebleau Junior High athletic program, you are

required to provide the following documentation prior to try-outs.

1. Physical Exam

2. Health Insurance

3. Concussion Statement

4. School Waiver form

My child has health insurance coverage which will cover him/her for Junior High Athletics.

_____ YES

Name of Insurance Company ___________________________________________________

Policy # ___________________________________

_____ NO

My child, ________________________________, will purchase insurance through the school

before he/she can participate.

NO ONE WILL BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE UNTIL PROOF OF INSURANCE IS PROVIDED.

Sincerely,

Mike Astugue

Principal

Parent / Guardian Signature Date

Fontainebleau Junior High School

SCHOOL WAIVER FORM

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITES

The St. Tammany Parish School Board, its employees, agents and insurers have no liability, and

accepts no liability for injuries or accidents occurring to students during their participation in

interscholastic athletics or sports and related extracurricular teams or activities. The student and

parent(s)/guardian(s) assume any and all risks, including without limitation risk of injury and risk of

incurring medical expenses associated with the participation by the student.

Student’s Name_________________________ Sports/Activities_____________ Sex M F

Fontainebleau Junior High Grade_________ Age________ Date of Birth____/____/______

Parent’s/Guardian’s Name_______________________________________________________

Father’s/Guardian’s SS# XXX-XX-________ Mother’s/Guardian’s SS# XXX-XX_________

Work Address_________________________________________________________________

Phone Number ( ) ______________________________________________

Home Address_________________________________________________________________

Phone Number ( ) _____________________________________________

Another Person to Contact________________________________________________________

Relationship____________________________ Phone Number ( ) _____________________

Insurance Company _____________________________________________________________

Policy Number and/or Group Numbers______________________________________________

ALLERGIES___________________________________________________________________

Parent’s Signature______________________________________date____________________

Student’s Signature_____________________________________date____________________

(if over age 18)

IMPORTANT NOTICE- It is the mandated policy of the St. Tammany Parish School Board that ALL

athletes participating in school sports programs have either MEDICAL OR ACCIDENT INSURANCE!

This information is vital in case of emergency and we are unable to immediately contact

parents/guardians.