Coon Rapids High School Cheerleading Captain Application
We will have 1-2 captains per squad for the 2013-2014 Winter Cheerleading
season (Number of captains per squad will be determined based on number
of applicants, needs of the individual squad, and coach’s discretion). If you
are interested in being considered for a captain position please complete
this application and return it to Coaches Melissa and Carissa by Friday,
November 15, 2013 at 8pm. Completed applications must be submitted via
email to Coaches Melissa and Carissa, or alternate arrangements must be
made. Teacher’s recommendations must be completed and turned in to the
Coaches mailbox by the teacher. Captain application must be completed to be
considered for a captain position. Submission of a Captain Application does
not guarantee a spot as a captain; rather it guarantees your consideration
for that position.
Coach Carissa [email protected]
Coach Melissa [email protected]
Expectations for Winter Captains:
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Be a liaison between Cheerleaders and Coach during the season
Demonstrate leadership both on and off the court/mat/ice
Be the first one to come and the last one to leave at practices, games
and events
Help delegate/coordinate spirit raising, fundraising and team bonding
Help to foster an environment of growth and encouragement among
the team
Work with the team individually and as a whole, recognizing that each
individual member is a vital part of our team and helping them to learn
and be the best they can be
Work cohesively and supportively with the other captain and the
coaches
Thank you for your desire to be a captain---We appreciate you!
Coaches Carissa and Melissa
Coon Rapids High School Cheerleading Captain Application
Name:
Squad:
Grade:
Past Cheer Experience:
Why do you want to be a captain?
What other leadership opportunities have you had in the past?
As a captain you will be asked to lead. How will you get others to follow?
How will you address the issue of a teammate showing up to practice late or
consistently missing practices and games?
What 3 qualities do you have that would make you a strong captain?
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3).
What is your understanding of what makes a captain successful? If you are
selected, how are you going to achieve that this season?
There can be challenges that may arise if you are selected as captain. (i.e.
personality conflicts or scheduling difficulties) How do you plan to address
any squad challenges you may encounter?
There is an expectation for the captain to dedicate additional time above
and beyond the rest of the squad to help the team be successful. Are you
willing and able to put in additional time to help, if need be?
Please list 3 changes or ideas that you have for the cheer squad this season:
1).
2).
3).
How will you approach a situation where you disagree with the coach or the
coaches’ decision?
How will you handle a situation where you become aware of another
teammate consuming alcohol or participating in other illegal activities?
Any additional information you would like us to know
Coon Rapids High School Cheerleading Captain Recommendation Form
Student Name: ___________________________________ Grade: _________
Teacher: _______________________________ Subject: _______________
Teacher,
Thank you for taking the time to fill out the form below. This form is assigned a
specific point value, and will be used in the selection of the Winter Cheerleading
Captains. As a teacher for the above student, I value your opinion very highly, as a
cheerleading captain needs to demonstrate her spirit and leadership both on and
off the court. Please rate the candidate honestly and return this form to me in the
mail room in a sealed envelope by Friday November 15th, 2013. These evaluations
will be kept confidential. Thank you so much for your help! If you have any
questions or additional responses please feel free to contact me.
~~Coaches Carissa and Melissa [email protected]
Please rate the following: 0- not at all 5- absolutely
1. Does this student cooperate well with other students and teachers?
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2. Is the candidate responsible with such things as homework, grades, etc.?
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3. Does the candidate have good attendance?
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4. Does the candidate have leadership ability?
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5. Does the candidate display proper classroom behavior?
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6. Does the candidate show respect to authority?
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7. Does the candidate show a positive school attitude?
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8. Does the candidate show appropriate enthusiasm?
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9. Would this candidate be a good role model for the CRHS Cheer squad?
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10. Additional Comments? ________________________________________
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Coon Rapids High School Cheerleading Captain Recommendation Form
Student Name: ___________________________________ Grade: _________
Teacher: _______________________________ Subject: _______________
Teacher,
Thank you for taking the time to fill out the form below. This form is assigned a
specific point value, and will be used in the selection of the Winter Cheerleading
Captains. As a teacher for the above student, I value your opinion very highly, as a
cheerleading captain needs to demonstrate her spirit and leadership both on and
off the court. Please rate the candidate honestly and return this form to me in the
mail room in a sealed envelope by Friday November 15th, 2013. These evaluations
will be kept confidential. Thank you so much for your help! If you have any
questions or additional responses please feel free to contact me.
~~Coaches Carissa and Melissa [email protected]
Please rate the following: 0- not at all 5- absolutely
1. Does this student cooperate well with other students and teachers?
0
1
2
3
4
5
2. Is the candidate responsible with such things as homework, grades, etc.?
0
1
2
3
4
5
3. Does the candidate have good attendance?
0
1
2
3
4
5
4. Does the candidate have leadership ability?
0
1
2
3
4
5
5. Does the candidate display proper classroom behavior?
0
1
2
3
4
5
6. Does the candidate show respect to authority?
0
1
2
3
4
5
7. Does the candidate show a positive school attitude?
0
1
2
3
4
5
8. Does the candidate show appropriate enthusiasm?
0
1
2
3
4
5
9. Would this candidate be a good role model for the CRHS Cheer squad?
0
1
2
3
4
5
10. Additional Comments? ________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
Coon Rapids High School Cheerleading Captain Recommendation Form
Student Name: ___________________________________ Grade: _________
Teacher: _______________________________ Subject: _______________
Teacher,
Thank you for taking the time to fill out the form below. This form is assigned a
specific point value, and will be used in the selection of the Winter Cheerleading
Captains. As a teacher for the above student, I value your opinion very highly, as a
cheerleading captain needs to demonstrate her spirit and leadership both on and
off the court. Please rate the candidate honestly and return this form to me in the
mail room in a sealed envelope by Friday November 15th, 2013. These evaluations
will be kept confidential. Thank you so much for your help! If you have any
questions or additional responses please feel free to contact me.
~~Coaches Carissa and Melissa [email protected]
Please rate the following: 0- not at all 5- absolutely
1. Does this student cooperate well with other students and teachers?
0
1
2
3
4
5
2. Is the candidate responsible with such things as homework, grades, etc.?
0
1
2
3
4
5
3. Does the candidate have good attendance?
0
1
2
3
4
5
4. Does the candidate have leadership ability?
0
1
2
3
4
5
5. Does the candidate display proper classroom behavior?
0
1
2
3
4
5
6. Does the candidate show respect to authority?
0
1
2
3
4
5
7. Does the candidate show a positive school attitude?
0
1
2
3
4
5
8. Does the candidate show appropriate enthusiasm?
0
1
2
3
4
5
9. Would this candidate be a good role model for the CRHS Cheer squad?
0
1
2
3
4
5
10. Additional Comments? ________________________________________
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