DHS Football Cheerleading Tryouts

Varsity and Junior Varsity

Name: ________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________
______________________________________ Home Phone: __________________
Student E-Mail: ________________________________ Student Cell Phone:	____________________
2021-2022 Grade Level: _______

Parents: ______________________________

Parents’ E-Mail	______________________________

Shoe Size: ________ T-shirt Size: _______ Short Size: ________

I am trying out for:

* J.V. Football	(9-11th grade):	_____ * Varsity Football	(10-12th grade): ___

Tryouts: April 26 - 29 4:00 – 6:00 pm DHS gymnasium

* Please wear solid white t-shirt and solid red/blue shorts for try-outs.

• Peachtree students should come as soon as possible please.

PLEASE SIGN ON THE BACK AND RETURN TOP PAGE

Please return the completed tryout packet along with a current physical and concussion awareness form to dunwoodycheer@gmail.com

Dunwoody High School Cheerleading By Laws
THE PURPOSE:
•        to develop the individual potential of each member of mutually giving and accepting leadership duties, responsibilities, and criticism •        to set a good example and proper conduct, sportsmanship, and leadership for the student body by abiding with ALL school rules and
fostering general student cooperation in all school policies
•	to be a loyal representative of the school and community by engaging in all activities with prideful respect and exemplification of the purpose for which our school and community exist
•	to support all athletic teams by inspiring spontaneous school pride and spirit TRYOUTS:
Qualification:
•	each cheerleader must be eligible to participate by passing the required academic classes
•	each cheerleader must present all paperwork signed by the parent/legal guardian agreeing to abide by all DHS tryout rules and to accept the decision of the judges and coaches as final
•	tryouts are closed to all persons except judges, contestants, administrators, and coaches
•	all persons trying out must be prepared to accept full financial responsibility of all cheerleading expenses or will sit out or be removed from the squad
•	the decision of the coaches is final and the scores are confidential
•	cheerleaders must show proof of a current, valid physical exam and to present a waiver of insurance prior to practice and tryouts. You will not be allowed to participate in any cheerleading activity without these documents.
•	each cheerleader must attend all practice, summer camp, summer practices, summer and school year activities and participate in all fundraising activities
Selection:
•	coaches will evaluate each participant on: appearance, attitude, GPA, motions, stunting, , dance, tumbling, need for flyer/base, teacher and administrator evaluation
•	each participant will wear a number on their shirt that will coordinate with the number on the ballot
•	a ballot will be prepared with the expected qualifications and notes will be taken throughout each day’s practice and evaluation •	all ballots will be kept for one calendar year
ACADEMIC AND BEHAVIORAL REQUIREMENTS:
•	each cheerleader is expected to always comply with DHS rules and regulations and GHSA rules. Respect for team members, coach, players, and players of other teams is expected at all times, in and out of season. Athletics and academics go hand in hand. Each cheerleader is expected to maintain passing grades in all classes throughout the school year. Failure to comply with either the behavioral or academic requirements as per the coach could result in sitting out a game to removal from the squad. All consequences are given at the discretion of the coach throughout the season and while at camp or other functions.
CODE OF CONDUCT:
•	each member of the cheerleading squad shall be aware of and exemplify the highest standards of conduct in the classroom, on campus, in the community and for their fellow students at all times
•	no member of the cheerleading squad shall attract undesirable attention or behave in an undignified manner at any time •	each member’s attitude shall be one of willingness to give up personal desires for the good of the squad at all times
•	no member will show public display of affection while in uniform
•	smoking, drinking, and or drug use are grounds for immediate suspension or dismissal from the team RULES AND REGULATIONS:
•	all cheerleaders are required to attend all games, pre-games, summer camp practices, camp, and any other summer or school year activity
•	all cheerleaders are required to cheer in all pre and post games. If a cheerleader misses a game the consequence will come at the discretion of the coach. Missing a game and/or practice could result in sitting out a game to removal from the squad.
•	J.V. and Varsity cheerleaders are required to come to and participate in some of each others games; ex. Senior Night, Homecoming, etc
•	all members must be present and on time for all practices, games, pre-games, and any other activities. An absence could result in sitting out a game to removal from the squad as per the discretion of the coach
•	cheerleaders are not allowed to stunt if the coach is not present
•	if the coach deems that a cheerleader is unprepared to perform or attitude is undeserving the coach may deny the cheerleader cheering privileges for that game and/or pep rally or event. The cheerleader is still expected to attend the event and sit next to the coach.
•	a cheerleader must be present at school to participate in practice and the day of a game or event in order to cheer that night. The parent and/or the cheerleader must contact the coach that day if absent. The coach may refuse to allow a team member to cheer based on her absence.
•	the entire squad must be ready to cheer 2 minutes prior to the beginning of a game or after a half-time. •	all cheerleaders must go to and from each event by bus
•	cheerleaders must have some means of transportation home after an event within 15 minutes of arriving at school •	no cell phones allowed during practice and/or games
•	the coach is not responsible in any way for any items lost during practice or any other event during the season.
•	payment must be made on the date requested or the parent must be in communication with the coach as to why the payment has not been made
•	each member will be required to maintain ‘good condition’ and cleanliness of their uniform on a weekly basis; each member and/or parent will be required to have uniforms cleaned and mended for end of the season return of the uniform
•	demerit system: a coach may use this system and will discuss how points are accrued and possible consequences during a parent meeting

Parent Signature: _________________________________________________________ Date: _________________

Student Signature: ________________________________________________________ Date: _________________

Coaches Signature: ________________________________________________________ Date: _________________

**Sample of Football Dues and Accessories based on 2020 costs:

Varsity Dues:
Summer Camp:
Lay coach expense: Shirts:
Shorts: Socks: Bows: Bag: Shoes: Jacket:
Navy Paw Bloomer: 2 each

JUNIOR VARSITY Dues:
Summer Camp:
Lay coach expense: Shirts:
Socks: Bows: Bag: Shoes: Jacket:
Water Bottle:

$100 $180 $160 $45 $36
$4 each (you need at least 2) $1 each (you need at least 3) $35 (optional)
$70 $45
$30 (Varsity)

$70 $180 $160 $15
$4 each (you need at least 2) $1 each (you need at least 3) $35 (optional)
$70 $45 $10

ACTUAL AMOUNTS FOR EACH SQUAD WILL BE GIVEN AT PARENT MEETINGS AFTER TRY-OUTS.

Cheerleading Try-Out Schedule:

Monday, April 26:	Learn and Perform 2 Chants

Tuesday, April 27:

Wednesday, April 28:

Thursday, April 27:

Learn and Perform 1 Dance and Tumbling

Practice Cheers, Chants, and Dance learned previously during the week

Perform Jumps, 1 Chant, and Dance for final judging

Judging Process:
Each student trying out for Dunwoody High School Cheerleading will be judged from the following criteria:
•	appearance •	attitude
•	GPA
•	motions •	stunting •	dance
•	tumbling
•	teacher/coaches recommendations •	flyer and/or base
•	Jump Execution