Hester Jr. High Cheerleading
2015-2016
Thank you for your interest in trying out for cheerleading. In this packet you will find tryout
information, Cheerleader Rules & Responsibilities, and schedule. Please read and understand all the
enclosed information before tryouts.
Cheerleading Clinic and Tryout Dates:
Cheer Clinics will be held on Tuesday, December 1st, Wednesday, December 2nd, and Thursday,
December 3rd from 3:30-5:00. Tryout material will be taught during this time. You must attend all
Cheer Clinic’s to be able to tryout on Friday, December 4th. Tryouts will be held Friday, Dec. 4th from
3:30-5:00.
**All paperwork must be turned in by the end of the day on
Tuesday, November 24th.**
Eligibility:
To be eligible in the winter 2015-2016 for cheerleading, a student must have:
 a completed physical form and all paperwork in on time (see Nurse Redband if you need a
physical form)
 remain academically eligible the entire season (NO D’s or F’s)
Selection of the cheerleaders will be based on the following:
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A cheer, and chant that will be taught to the candidates during Cheer Clinic
Jumps- a “toe touch” or “straight A”
Scholastic achievement and eligibility
Attitude, initiative, teamwork, leadership, work ethic, enthusiasm, and coach-ability during
Cheer Clinics and Tryouts.
What to wear to Cheer Clinics and Tryouts:
During Cheer Clinics please wear comfortable, length appropriate shorts and a t-shirt. Dress as if you
would for cheer practice. Your hair should also be pulled back, not half up.
On Tryout day hair should be in a neat ponytail and off your face. No jewelry or artificial nails; make up
should be kept to a minimum. All candidates should tryout in their PE uniform.
Additional Purchases:
Cheerleaders will be provided a uniform. Additional purchases include a white turtle neck, white shoes
and bloomers (the garment worn under the skirt). These will need to be purchased prior to our first
game. Also, we will order a team sweatshirt during the season (approximately $20).
Hester Jr. High Cheerleading Expectations:
Cheerleaders are chosen representatives of the student body. They have the significant responsibility
for promoting good sportsmanship. The most aggressive and vocal voice does not always make the
best cheerleader. By setting a good example, cheerleaders can influence and help control the reaction
of student and adult spectators. They are often seen as the representatives not only of a school, but of
a community as well. Cheerleaders should embody not only athletic ability, but enthusiasm, spirit,
leadership, ethics, integrity, sportsmanship and friendliness. Take this responsibility seriously. Your
attitude is a reflection of yourself and the entire student body. During the season, coaches may use a
demerit system to enforce squad expectations.
Cheerleader Rules & Responsibilities for Practice and Games
Dress:
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Uniforms are to be kept neat and clean.
No jewelry is permitted at practice or games.
Hair must bust pulled up (including long bangs and loose sides) for all practices and games.
Nails should be natural and trimmed. This is for safety reasons.
Make-up should be minimal and natural.
Attendance:
 ABSENCES CAN BE THE DOWNFALL OF A GREAT CHEERLEADING SQUAD. If one or more squad
members are absent from practice or game, the other members are forced to make last minute
changes. This can be both stressful and dangerous to squad members.
 If you commit to cheerleading, you are committing to attend every practice and game.
 You must be in school to practice or cheer that day.
 Practices and games are required, for the entire time, unless previously approved by the
advisor. Unexcused absences are those caused by anything other than illness or family
emergencies. Absences must be asked for and excused.
 If you are ill or have a family emergency, the coach needs to be notified by a parent or guardian
in order for this absence to be excused.
Conduct:
 School rules are to be followed at all times.
 Do not chew gum or candy at practices or games.
 Any action that reflects negatively on your squad or school, wherever it occurs, may result in
disciplinary measures.
Cheerleading Game Notes and Pick-up Times:
 Know the required cheers and be aware of the game at all times.
 Sit together with your squad and coach to watch the game.
 Remain quiet during free throw shots
 Sit 2-3 people on the bus. You are to sit with the cheerleading squad, NOT the basketball team.
Cheerleading Game Notes and Pick-up Times Continued:
 Part of a coach’s job is to know where you are at all times during practices, games, and special
events. Consequences will be issued for failure to follow the coach’s direction or to stay in
assigned areas during events. Please ask before using the restroom or getting a drink, etc.
 If your parents are picking you up from the game, bring your stuff with you, and tell a coach
before leaving.
 It is imperative that each cheerleader is picked up on time.
Approximate Pick Up Times:
Practice: 5:00 or 4:20
Home Games: 6:00 PM
Away Games: 6:20 PM
(cut along the dotted line and return the signed forms by Tuesday, November 24th)
Tryout Permission Sheet: Return by November 24th
I am interested in being a cheerleader at Hester Jr. High School. I understand the commitment
required. I promise to abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the coaches. I promise to
cooperate and follow the instructions of the cheerleading coaches.
Student Signature_____________________________________________
Date _______________
My child, ___________________________________ has my permission to be a cheerleader at Hester
Jr. High School. I understand that she must abide by the rules and regulations set for by the coaches,
and be present for all practices and games. I understand that all forms must be completed by
November 24, 2015 or my child will not be allowed to tryout. I understand that my child must attend
all practices (unless excused by the coach) and tryout sessions, or my child will not be considered for a
cheerleading position.
Parent/Guardian Signature _____________________________________
Date_________________
Teacher recommendation given to ______________________________________________________
Cheerleading Teacher Recommendation Sheet
Student Name_________________________________ Grade_____ Teacher___________________
Students should have the top filled out for you. Please take a minute to rank the character and ability
of the cheer candidate.
Rank “0” as the lowest (no) and “5” as the highest (yes) . Thank you for taking the time to complete this.
TEACHERS: Please return this form to Mrs. Petrin or Mrs. Jaskiewicz by Tuesday, December 1st.
1. Is this student respectful?
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2. Is this student attentive in class?
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3. Does this student interact with others?
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4. Is the student capable of balancing cheer and academics?
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5. Do you recommend this student for cheerleading?
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6. Does this student finish class work/ homework?
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7. Does this student come prepared for class?
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8. Is this student tardy and/or absent from class often? (yes or no)
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Teacher Signature________________________________________________
Information Sheet: Return by November 24th.
Student Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Homeroom Teacher:
T-Shirt Size:
Parent/Guardian Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Emergency Contact Name:
Relationship to Student:
Phone Number:
Allergies/Health Problems/ Mediations ( Please describe in detail):
Other Commitments or Activities that would interfere with our practice & game schedule
(in or outside of school)