RHS Cheerleading Mission Statement
Our goal is to provide Redwood High School with the highest level of
school spirit. We are dedicated to the football teams, basketball teams, and
other sports who need encouragement as well as our Varsity and Junior
Varsity cheer teams. We work together to achieve a common goal: to be the
best we can be.
This program has built itself up from almost nothing; all members will
continue to work towards an exceptional reputation. We are one of only
three high schools in Marin with a competitive edge. We only strive to be
our absolute best. All members of the Redwood High School Cheerleading
Teams demonstrate a positive attitude, dedication to the sport as well as
academics. We represent the spirit of Redwood…
To be considered for any team, candidates must submit the following:
1. Signed agreement (last page)
2. Proof of a 2.0+ GPA
3. Picture of self
4. ONLINE Athletic Participation Form & Medical Clearance Form
(http://www.tamdistrict.org/Page/7078)
5. Parental attendance at informational meeting (NEW and RETURNING
cheerleaders) and Student Attendance of Clinic/Tryout.
*returning members: changes to packet are in this font
Attention Parents and Cheerleaders:
At Redwood we are committed to creating the best athletic experience possible
for your student. For many, this is their very first cheer experience and we
make every effort to be sure it is as positive and exciting as possible. We are
dedicated to instilling confidence and positive self-esteem into each and every
participant and helping them to learn the value of commitment and teamwork.
We incorporate the perfect mix of fun into every practice, game and
competition, while encouraging the girls/guys to always expect the best from
themselves.
RULES & What to Expect This Season:
Camp:
*Universal Cheerleading Associations Cheer Camp July 21-23 at UC Santa Cruz
This is a wonderful opportunity for new and returning cheerleaders to build
technique, learn the material for the upcoming season as well as build new friendships!
Great for new students at Redwood to meet an awesome group of individuals
For more information on camp visit www.uca.com
Practices:
Attendance is MANDATORY. Absences impact the entire team, and frequent absences
(more than 3 per season) may result in your cheerleader being dropped from the team.
~Official Practice beginning August 1, 2-3 xs per week (Additional practice clinics will
be added TBA). Pre-season practice will be once a week during the 2017 spring semester
as well as summer practice.
- Schedule all doctors, dentist, or orthodontist appointments on other days!
- If you need to speak with a teacher after class you MUST get a signed note with
the date and time printed by the teacher.
- You must wear designated practice apparel (each day will be color coded) and
your hair up in a ponytail or you will sit out for the day.
- You will come knowing material previously learned.
- There will be absolutely NO cell phone use at practice.
- Rides should be figured out before you get to practice/game.
- If you are horribly sick and can’t make it to practice (throwing up/ fever)- I need a
note/e-mail from a PARENT- Headaches don’t count for being sick, you can sit
and watch practice.
- If you miss a practice before the game- you will be removed from half time.
- If you do not know the material at the designated deadline given by the coachyou will be removed from half-time and or sidelines.
- WORK IS NEVER a reason for missing cheer
Games:
You are required to meet one hour before each game- this is our final practice before the
game. If you are late for this practice you will be taken out of half-time and must sit out
for the first quarter.
-You are to wear WHITE, below the ankle, socks with your uniform.
-You must wear black or brown hair ties as well as a bow to every game- or you sit out.
-Please keep extra hair ties, kick pants, mid-drift, shoes, warm-ups and poms in your
cheer bag-not your locker at school. If you do not order a cheer bag, you must use a red
or black athletic bag. NO OTHER COLORED BAGS/PURSES/PACKPACK allowed.
-Your hair and make-up should look done before each game. No messy buns or unbrushed hair will be acceptable.
-DO NOT wear any other accessories or jewelry of any kind with your uniform. Jewelry
is NOT a part of the uniform and can be UNSAFE when stunting.
-NEVER wear jackets or sweaters that do not match the school colors with your
uniform/practice clothes.
-NEVER wear you uniform shell with jeans or pants or anything besides the skirt- NO
Mid-drift exposure allowed
-Please make sure you wash your uniform each time you wear it. The mid-drifts
especially seem to trap odor.
Money/Funds:
If cost is an issue for you, there are some scholarships available- Please speak
with me if you want more information.
Clothing (~$50-200 depending on what you don’t already have) Payment due the
first day of practice.
Snack Bar
The cheer program works the snack bar for football season as a fundraiser
for the program. This is a HUGE support of funding for the teams. Each
family will be asked to work 2-3 shifts throughout the season and in playoffs.
-Fundraising is also MANDATORY. You must attend all fundraising events.
Help:
I will be looking for several parents to hold positions in our program.
-Team Mom(s) for JV
-Snack Bar coordinator(s)
-Fundraising support
Uniform:
Uniforms are owned by Redwood High School (skirt and top). If you lose, damage or
failure to return your uniform you will be charged the full price of the uniform to replace
it: $210.
Other Important Rules:
No member of the team will be seen outside of school in uniform participating in
reckless acts or participating in any actions that may be damaging to the
reputation of the squad while wearing the spirit leading uniform, camp clothes,
or warm-ups. If such an act is performed and the coaches are notified it may
result in expulsion from the team. Cheerleaders are NOT permitted to loan
uniforms or cheer clothing to friends.
Attitude, respect and responsibility are key components of being a member of
the RHS Cheer program. If you lack in ANY of those areas you will not make
the team. Should you begin to have a negative attitude at any point of the seasonyou will be DISMISSED from the team.
Redwood High School Cheer Application
Cheerleader’s Name _________________________________ grade fall semester: _____
Date of Birth ____/____ / _____ Age____
Address ___________________________________________
City State Zip ______________________________________
Mother’s Name________________ Cell #( )___________
Father’s Name _________________Cell #( )___________
Home Phone# ( ) ___________Cell#( )___________
Cheerleader’s Email____________________________
Parent’s Email ___________________________________________________________
Standing and running tumbling
skills:___________________________________________________________________
List any qualifications (previous cheer teams or gymnastic experience):
________________________________________________________________________
List other teams, clubs, activities or programs you plan to be involved in during the
20172018 season: _______________________________________________________
Why do you want to be a Redwood Cheerleader? (use back side if needed)
________________________________________________________________________
What does team commitment mean to you? (use back side if
needed)_______________________________________
I am ready to tryout for the RHS Cheer program for 2017-18 and accept the decision for placement or
non placement in the RHS Cheer program. I understand that ALL RHS Cheer practices, games, rallies,
competitions and performances must take precedence of any and all other activities.
Athlete’s Signature:
Date:
Parent’s Signature:
Date: