Parent/Athlete Spiritline Tryout Meeting - PowerPoint Presentation

1. Parent/Athlete Spiritline Tryout Meeting2015-2016

2. Meeting OverviewIntroduce CoachesReview Tryout PacketsReview Pom and Cheer ContractQuestions

3. Coach StinnettHead Cheer CoachApache Junction High School GraduateServed as CaptainCoached Jr. High & High School LevelsCheered at Mesa Community CollegeChoreographed JV team Arizona State University AlumniBachelors in Secondary EducationMasters in English Education expected ‘16Perry High School English Teacher5th year working with Perry Cheer

4. Coach CrockerJV CheerIntroArizona NativeBaby Boy and Baby Girl on the way2nd year with Perry ExperienceGymnasticsAll-Star CheerMesa Mountain View CheerExtraTop 2 in State All-StarTwo Time State Champ Mt. ViewPlaced top 3 at Nationals Mt. ViewJNCAA Track & Field Athlete

5. Coach AsayFreshman CoachCoach Aimee Asay is thrilled to join the Perry Pom & Cheer Program this year as the Freshman Cheer Coach. She has been involved with cheer and dance since Junior High School, was on the Varsity Squad in High School, and she has since volunteered for her daughter’s competitive cheer team.  She is excited to utilize her skills and experience to create a great Freshman team that performs with high energy.  She will also strive to provide the team members with a rewarding team experience and a solid foundation for a successful future as cheerleaders.Coach Asay moved to Mesa from Chicago in 2004.  She has been married for 15 years and has 4 amazing children that keep her very busy.  She has worked in healthcare for the last 10 years and is excited for this next hands-on and up-tempo challenge as a Puma!

6. Coach HowardHead Pom CoachThis is Coach Howard’s second year with Perry Pom& Cheer. She prides herself on being a mother of four and a Long Beach State alumni. ExperiencePart of LBCC cheer teamPart of Long Beach State cheer team2 Seasons with the Long Beach Ice Dogs dance team1 Season with the Anaheim Surf Dance teamPerformer in the Disneyland Christmas paradeCoaching ExperienceVarsity Pom and DanceVarsity, JV, and Freshman CheerJr. high Cheer

7. Coach VieraAsst. Varsity Pom CoachCoaching since age 15Phoenix Coyotes “Pack” dancer1st dance team to dance directly on iceAFL Arizona Rattlers “Sidewinders” dance teamDanced 3 seasonsTeam CaptainJudged Pom and Cheer AIA Spiritline competitionsArizona State University AlumnaBachelors in Secondary EducationPerry High School English teacher2nd year with Perry Pom

8. Tryout Process and Info Pg1 Team eligibility (Varsity Cheer, JV Cheer, Comp Pom, Game Day Pom)Athletic Packets &PhysicalsCompleted online &turned in to athletic officePhysical dated after March 1stWill receive gold card from athletic office once deemed eligibleDue July 31st Athletic Packet Physicals Due August 3rd Gold CardApplicationConsent AgreementGrade CheckVacation/ Dual Participation formSigned ContractSigned Contract

9. Tryout Process and Info Pg1 Tryout weekAugust 3rd-7th7th formal audition dateJudgesOutside judges may be brought in AttireAthletic (clothes and shoes)No Logos/ Lettering/ Cheer regaliaHair upABSOLUTLEY NO JEWLERY- NO EXCEPTIONS

10. Cheer Requirements Pg3DanceCheerJumps – 3 JumpsTumblingRunning (BH tuck or higher Varsity back handspring or higher JV )2nd Running (Optional)Standing (tuck or higher Varsity BHS or higher JV )2nd Standing (Optional)StuntingFitness TestAcademic Eligibility/ Teacher Recommendations

11. Pom Requirements Pg3Varsity Pom Tryout MaterialFight SongDance (Jazz, Pom, & Hip Hop)ChantJumpsAcross the FloorFitness TestAcademic Eligibility/Teacher Recommendations Varsity Pom Game Day Skills Double Turn (Left and Right)A La Second TurnsCalypso (Left and Right)Grand Jete (Left, Right, and Center) Some Cheer/ Dance team experience is preferred but not requiredVarsity Pom Competition Skills Triple Turn (Left and Right)Leg Hold Turn (Right & working on double) A La Second Turns (Right and Left Changing Spots)Calypso (Left and Right)Switch Leap (Left, Right,and Center)  Grand Jete (Left, Right, and Center) Cheer/ Dance team experience 

12. Scoring Pg3 Score out of 100 pointsSkillsFitness TestGrade CheckA material review will be done at the end of each dayTrying out for both teams

13. Expenses….Yes, Spiritline is very costly– But we will have multiple fundraising opportunities to alleviate out of pocket cost.

14. Tax CreditYou can use tax credit once a year (January-January)Seniors can use tax credit twiceCampCompetitionsCannot use for any clothing that the girls will keep.

15. Cheer Expenses Pg4Projected Total: Varsity: approx. $1,400.00-$3,000 JV: approx. $1,000.00-$1,400 Freshman: $570-1,000Initial camp payment due at post tryout parent meeting $450Cheer gear approx. $570Clothes and BowChoreography $125 Varsity $115 JVCompetition Fees$200 Varsity$100 JVTumbling $50 a month Varsity (In house)JV& Freshman strongly encourage to take outside tumblingSee us for ideas as to where you can do thisNationals$500 + Transportation (approx. $300)5 manAdditional $100

16. Pom Expenses Pg5Projected Total: $1000-$1400Initial camp payment due at post tryout parent meeting $450Pom Gear approx. - $570Competition Choreography fee - $125Comp fees - $200Comp Poms -$30Comp Bow - $20USA Nationals - $500 + Transportation (approx. $300)

17. PaymentsPayments will be made to the bookstore. You can pay with cash, check, money order, or credit card. Once paid no refunds will be given, even if your daughter quits the team. All bookstore receipts are to be turned in to the Head coach for their records.Make yourself a copy if you wish to keep your own records as wellHead coaches send out invoices each monthYou will receive a payment schedule if selected for the team. Your first payment of $200 will be due August 14th (all squads)It is very important to make your payments on time as our gear orders depend on it.

18. Time Commitment Pg6 & 7Being a member of the Spiritline program is a huge time commitment. Pom and cheer should come second only to academics. Your obligations will run from the day you make the team through the last day of the school year.Mandatory Spirit Events (MSES)Summer Camp and PracticesGames (Football and Basketball)3rd hour practiceAdditional after school practicesTumbling / Technique classesCompetitionsFundraisers

19. Time Commitment Continued Pg6 & 7**There may be additional practices called to prepare for big games, performance, and/or assemblies. Competition teams will have additional after school practices. Competition teams do practice during CUSD Breaks. Additional after school practices will most likely change each season as we try to coordinate gym space with other teams.

20. Remainder of Tryout PacketApplication to tryout out for Pom/CheerPersonal informationInformed Consent and Acknowledgement AgreementPre-Planned Vacations and Dual Participation FormGrade Check Check list

21. Pom& Cheer Contract HighlightsWhat are you signing?!?

22. Eligibility Pg2 ELIGIBILITY:Must be enrolled in a minimum of five courses. Exceptions for graduating seniors who have or are fulfilling graduation requirements and are on target to graduate.All students must have a passing grade in all classes.Coaches will check grades periodically. A student may not perform with incomplete class work, poor attendance, endanger of failing or failing grade.Students must follow all District and AIA guidelines.

23. Attendance Pg2Follow school attendance and tardy policyAbsent the day of a game= no participation Coaches may pull attendance records3rd hourBenching due to attendance/ tardies Attendance at outside of 3rd period practiceConflict with MSE dates- contact HEAD AND LEVEL coach 2 weeks prior

24. Practice/Performance Attire Pg3Must always be in appropriate practice attire to participate. Cheer – leotard, cheer shorts, sports bra, shoes, and socks – NO BOWSPom – leotard, spandex shorts, sports bra, shoes/jazz shoes, and poms – NO BOWSAll pom members must have running shoes, jazz shoes, and poms at all practices.Games/Performances – Uniform, spandex, navy sports bra, bow, shoes, and socks.Game Day Outfit – Assigned jersey/t-shirt, long jeans, white shoes, hair done as assigned.Students are responsible for ALL uniforms: PHS uniforms, practice uniforms, game day attire, etc. Students must pay for all costs of alterations/replacements.

25. Practice/ Performance Rules Pg3During performances and practice students may bring only the essentials. All other belongings will go in their locker. Students are assigned lockers and locks and are REQUIRED TO USE THEM.Perry High School, CUSD, and Coaches are not responsible for any lost/stolen items.Phones must be put away during all practices/games/performances/activities. If a student needs to use his/her phone for an emergency he/she must have permission from a coach.Students must travel to and from all games and activities with all other students and coaches. Exceptions will be made prior to the event and must be approved by head AND level coaches.Students may not go into football/basketball stands without being approved by a coach first.Coaches may pull a student from games/performances/activities at any time.Summer Camp is mandatory! If a student does not attend summer camp he/she may be dismissed from the squad at coach’s discretion.

26. Competitions Pg3Squads will always fulfill the AIA’s “Philosophy of Spiritline” before competing.Varsity and JV will compete. Coaches reserve the right to add/remove athletes at their discretion. Freshman could be called up.Varsity Pom will not all compete, there will be a separate competition team.Competition team may participate in studio- Studio must always come second to PomThere will be mandatory outside of school practices to prepare for competition.If any student misses a practice (3rd hour class/outside practices) two weeks prior to competition he/she will be replaced, and he/she will not compete for that competition.

27. Mandatory Spirit Events (MSE) Pg3Must be in attendance unless approved by coach AT LEAST 2 weeks prior. MSE’s include but are not limited to 3rd hour, outside of school hours practices, games, competitions, fundraisers, and community service. Athletic schedules (including practices) can and often do change.PlayoffsGym schedulesIf a student is to miss any MSE’s they need to fill out a Make-up work Form. Coaches will work on a case by case basis with parents and students on such events.

28. Safety Pg3SAFTEY IS OUR NUMBER ONE CONCERN.New skills must be approved by coaches.Injuries or suspected injuries must be reported to coach immediately.If an athlete hits their head they must tell both the head and level coach at the time of the injury even if concussion like symptoms are not present. Coach will fill out injury reportCoach will contact trainer/nurse who will determine need for medical att. All athletes required to take the brain book concussion course.Athletes expected to follow protocols as presented in this course.

29. Commitment Pg4Day of selection until the last day of school. Spiritline must come before other commitments.Second to academics. Must alert coaches prior to tryouts if you plan to participate in other sports/activities. Sometimes it is not feasible. The following circumstances can result in automatic dismissal from the PHS Pom & Cheer program: non-payment for mandatory cheer items or events. Not following the contract.

30. Benching and Dismissal Pg4There are a variety of reasons an athlete may be benched. By signing this contract you are indicating you understand AND agree to your daughter being benched for any of these reasons. Major highlightsStudents that are injured must have doctor notes. Injured students will be benched until coaches have a doctor’s note clearing him/her 100% to participate.Inappropriate pictures or comments on the internet, Facebook, Myspace, Instagram, Twitter, and/or text messages, etc.Any form of bullying.

31. Benching and Dismissal cont. Pg4DismissalA student may be dismissed from the squad at the discretion of the coach and/or administration for such actions set in the Perry Pom and Cheer Contract, Student Citizenship Contract, Athlete Code of Conduct, and AIA Rules and Regulations.A student receiving an “F” in any class on a progress report, or semester grade may be dismissed. A student may be dismissed of such actions that include, but not limited to smoking, drug use, alcohol use, profanity at any event or at school, ditching classes, breaking school rules, inappropriate use of internet, Facebook, Myspace, Instagram, Twitter, etc., and/or text messages. Bullying/cyber bullying of any kind will not be tolerated.A student that has been dismissed or has quit the team:must turn in his/her uniform and all school property.does not letter.is not eligible for any end of the year awards.is responsible for all expenses on his/her behalf prior to being dismissed.

32. By signing this contractYou are indicating that you: fully understand and will abide the rules and regulations of the Perry Pom & Cheer Contract, in addition to AIA, NFHS, and AACCA rules and regulations. Athletes will not be permitted to begin practice until this agreement is on file with PHS Pom and Cheer Coaches. I understand that if I/my child should choose to not follow these rules disciplinary action shall be enforced.

33. If you make any team…If selected that Saturday (August 8th) we will have Program Pictures from 9:30-10:30There will be a mandatory POST TRYOUT meeting immediately to follow. Small Gym AgendaRemidner First payment reminder $200 due August 14th Payment schedule providedFundraisers/ Booster sign upContract details

34. Q&A