Spirit Cheerleader Constitution



Cheerleader Constitution

Midway High School

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This constitution is prepared to make parents and students fully aware of what is required of a Midway High School Cheerleader. Any successful program must have the understanding and support of the parents and students involved. Please read this constitution carefully and retain this copy for your records. An acknowledgement of these guidelines will be signed by the student and parent and will be kept on file by the coach. Coaches/administration have the right to decide any matter at their discretion.

GOAL: The goal of the Midway High School Cheerleading program is to support the athletic programs, build school spirit, and positively represent our school through various cheerleading activities.

I. TRYOUTS

A. Tryouts will be held once a year in the spring semester. Squad season runs from tryout to tryout.

B. Squad numbers will vary based on teacher evaluations and judges scores. Squad numbers will not exceed: 16 Varsity (maximum of 4 sophomores)

16 Junior Varsity delete: [(8 freshmen, 8 sophomores)]

C. Junior Varsity cheerleaders must be incoming freshmen or sophomores.

D. Varsity cheerleaders must be incoming sophomores, juniors or seniors.

E. A candidate must have passed all coursework in the six weeks grading period prior to tryouts, must be currently passing all coursework at the time of tryouts, and must have an overall 80% average for the spring semester.

F. Candidates for cheerleader must be able to perform a general range of tumbling skills and jumps. Male candidates must be able to do partner stunts as well.

G. Extracurricular activities during the season should be kept to a minimum. Cheerleading will cooperate with other school events, but will take priority over non-school activities.

H. All cheerleaders are required to be enrolled in the cheerleading class which meets during the fall and spring semesters. Exceptions may be made for seniors for the spring semester.

II. ELIGIBILITY DURING THE YEAR

A. The cheerleading program follows UIL eligibility requirements regarding six weeks grades.

B. Ongoing poor health, physical disability, or any other chronic physical condition that would cause one to be unable to do jumps, cheers, or normal activities relating to cheerleading may be reason for dismissal from the squad. Coaches and administration discretion will be used.

C. Violations of the Midway High School Student Code of Conduct, which result in suspension/expulsion/DAEP from school, will result in dismissal from the squad.

D. If a student is ineligible due to grades twice during the cheerleading season, he/she will be removed from the squad.

E. According to the Extracurricular Discipline Management Plan (EDMP), the authority to remove or deny a student’s participation in an activity rests with the coach or sponsor. All participants in cheerleading will be required to sign the Midway High School EDMP.

F. Any member of the Midway cheerleading team may not at any time participate with another school districts cheerleading or spirit programs.

III. CAMP/SUMMER ACTIVITIES AND PRACTICES

A. Camp is mandatory for all cheerleaders. Squad removal will result if camp is missed.

B. All cheerleaders must not schedule any activities that conflict with mandatory summer practice and/or camp.

IV. UNIFORMS

A. Uniforms are to be kept clean and in good repair at all times.

B. Uniforms shall not be bought, made, remodeled, or changed in any way without prior permission from the coach.

C. When uniforms are issued, the coaches will check for fit and length. Once the uniform is issued, it can be tailored to fit the cheerleader by THE approved tailor, and the coach has given permission.

D. Uniforms are not to be worn except at designated times. Uniforms are not to be loaned to anyone for any reason.

E. Damaged and/or lost uniforms belonging to the school will have to be paid for by the cheerleader. All school owned uniforms are to be turned in at the end of the season. Failure to do so will mean the cheerleader cannot tryout for the next year. Those not trying out again will not have school records cleared until school owned uniforms are returned clean and in good condition.

F. Unless otherwise stated by the coaches, cheerleaders will wear hair in a high ponytail with a uniform ribbon while cheering. No jewelry will be allowed.

G. Cheerleaders will be required to wear matching attire on football game days.

V. MASCOT

A. The varsity mascot (or JV mascot if necessary) will be chosen during cheerleader tryouts, [delete: must be an upcoming junior or senior] and will follow cheerleading rules and requirements. The mascot is not required to have any gymnastic skills. Summer camp and all summer practices are required. As the primary spirit builder, the mascot will [delete: learn] coordinate routine to complement motions to the cheers and chants. The mascot will have good humor and be able to show as well as demonstrate enthusiasm and spirit. The mascot will have individualized routines performed on the court or field at pep rallies during football, volleyball, and basketball seasons. Reliable personal or parental transportation is required.

B. Uniforms and outfits other than the “Panther” suit are the responsibility of the mascot.

C. The mascot will wear the “Panther” suit and head at all times. Any additions or substitutions must be approved by the coach ahead of time.

VI. REQUIREMENTS DURING CHEER SEASON

A. Sporting Events and Supporting Events

1. Attendance at all football games is mandatory for Varsity Cheerleaders. Attendance at all home football games either for the freshman or JV team, as directed by the coach, is mandatory for Junior Varsity Cheerleaders.

2. Varsity cheerleaders are required to ride the transportation arranged by the school both to and from all away games and events, unless coach permits riding home with parents to be decided on a game by game basis.

3. All cheerleaders will cheer home basketball and volleyball games as assigned by the coaches.

4. Cheerleaders are required to work together to attend and cheer the M.T. Rice tournament during the Winter Break.

5. Attendance at playoff games is required of all cheerleaders.

6. Attendance at the football banquet is mandatory.

7. Cheerleaders are required to attend Meet the Panthers in fall and spring.

8. Cheerleaders will work together supporting other sporting events during their season as directed by the coaches/administration.

9. If a cheerleader moves or is removed from the squad prior to camp, the candidate with the next highest score will be allowed to fill the vacancy. After camp, no additions will be made.

10. All cheerleaders will be [delete: required] expected to support the competition team.

11. Work, extracurricular activities, volunteer opportunities, or any other non-Midway ISD function is NOT an excused absence from a cheer event. Cheerleaders are expected to manage their schedule to fulfill the requirements of the cheer events designated by the coaches.

B. Meetings and Practices

1. Meetings and practices during the season will be set by the coaches. Attendance rules will be followed.

C. Lettering

1. Varsity cheerleaders and competition cheerleaders will receive a letter jacket upon completion of the season.

VII. GRADING POLICY

A. Grades are given to the cheerleaders based upon a rubric designed by the coach based on attendance, compliance, performance, and leadership.

Grades are made up of:

1. Possible written tests over the constitution, School Alma Mater, Fight Song, or information on sports in which we cheer for.

2. Making up/Teaching cheers/chants to the squad.

3. Individual evaluation at the end of each six weeks grading period is based on participation (attendance), conduct, cooperation, and attitude.

VIII. GENERAL EXPECTATIONS AND PROCEDURE FOR CONDUCT

Parents and students must understand that certain situations could arise that are not listed here and that could result in disciplinary action. The Midway Cheerleader Standards and Policies is as follows:

* The sponsor, along with MHS administration, reserves the right to increase consequences depending on a given circumstance and has the right to assign consequences to noncompliance of the School Code of Conduct.

A. Cheerleaders will abide by the MISD Code of Conduct available on the MISD website and the standards and principles of the Midway High School Cheer squad, as shown below. Failure to comply may result in dismissal from the squad.

1. Infractions of the Code of Conduct or standards and principles may result in the following:

a. Lower grade for participation

b. Suspension from cheer activities (length of suspension to be determined by coach)

2. Cheerleaders will be notified of consequences of conduct infractions.

B. Midway High School cheer standards and principles include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Cheerleader on time to all events and functions

2. Cheerleader in position on field/court at designated times

3. Cheerleader remaining at game/event or practice until coach’s release.

4. Cheerleader wearing complete uniform at designated times only and not loaning uniform to any other person.

5. Cheerleader not using cell phone during game/event

6. Cheerleader not exhibiting poor conduct on any social media towards other squad members, the coaches, or Midway ISD in any way.

7. Cheerleader not exhibiting public displays of affection at any time while in uniform.

8. Cheerleader not chewing gum during game/event

9. Cheerleader not wearing jewelry of any kind during practice or game/event.

10. Cheerleader not showing disrespect for the coach or other squad members

11. Cheerleader not being disciplined in any way by Midway ISD faculty or administration.

12. Cheerleader not using any illegal substance – infraction to this policy will result in immediate suspension and discipline through the school EDMP system.

13. Cheerleader upholding a positive reputation among the Midway community.

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