Greeley Central High School Co-ed

Cheerleading
Tryout Packet
2017-2018

Thank you for your interest in trying out for the

GCHS Co-ed Cheerleading squad. In this
packet, you will find the forms required to
participate. Please read and understand all of the enclosed information
before tryouts.

Tryout Clinic Days: This is where you will learn all of the skills, dances,
cheers and chants you will be assessed on, there will also be an interview
process on these days.

Tuesday, April 18th 4:00-6:00 GCHS Wrestling Room

Wednesday, April 19th 4:00-6:00 GCHS Wrestling Room

Tryouts:

Friday, April 21st 4:00-7:00 GCHS Wrestling

Room

* Results will be posted this same day after all contestants have tried out.*

Eligibility:
In order to be eligible for cheerleading, you must meet the Greeley Central
Criteria: Every athlete must be registered for AT LEAST 5 classes each
semester. Additionally, athletes cannot be failing more than one class in
order to participate each week. Athletes are responsible for meeting all
eligibility requirements and meeting deadlines to be considered eligible.
The following MUST BE turned into the office OR Coach McGee in
room 302 at Central BEFORE you can participate in clinics or tryouts:
Tryout Application
Permission/ Release Statement
Financial Requirements
Time Commitment Agreement
Essay Questions
2 Teacher Recommendations (1 must be from your English teacher)
A Printout of your grades, showing ALL GRADES for the school year
(Available through Infinite Campus).
Attendance Report (Available through Infinite Campus).

ALL OF THESE WILL NEED TO BE TURNED IN TO BE ABLE TO

TRYOUT!

NOTE: The deadline for turning in all of the above is Friday, April 14th. Incomplete
forms will prohibit participation in tryouts for this season.

What to Wear:
Clinic Days: Please wear comfortable, length appropriate black or blue
shorts with a WHITE T-Shirt. All hair needs to be pulled back into a ponytail
out of the face and secure. SPORTS BRAS MUST BE WORN for females.
NO JEWELRY. Appropriate footwear (Tennis Shoes).

Tryouts: You will need to wear BLACK shorts and a PLAIN WHITE T-
SHIRT (NO WRITING). All hair will need to be pulled back into a ponytail,
out of the face and secure. SPORTS BRAS MUCH BE WORN. NO
JEWELRY. Presentation is a critical component of cheerleading, please be
prepared and follow all established guidelines.
Selection of cheerleaders will be based on the following:
Cheer, Chant, and Dance- will be taught during clinic days.
Jumps (toe touch and pike) - Will be taught during clinic days.
Tumbling (Not Required)
Athleticism and physical fitness
Scholastic achievement and eligibility
Conduct and teacher recommendation
School attendance history
Essay Questions and Interview
Attitude, initiative, teamwork, leadership, work ethic, enthusiasm and
coachability. (Coaches will be assessing these traits throughout the
clinic and actual tryouts.)

If you make the squad, please put the follow MANDATORY dates on
your schedule:

1st Payment Due: Monday, APRIL 25th.

Mandatory Parent Meeting (Cheerleader Must ATTEND)

TUESDAY, MAY 2nd @ 5:15

Cheer Camp --- June 13th -14th

** Attendance is MANDATORY! Any conflicts must be addressed at tryouts**

Again, all paperwork must be completed, signed and turned into the main office
by FRIDAY, APRIL 14th. We are so excited for this upcoming season and are looking
forward to meeting all of you! If you have any questions please email Coach Deitering at
kdeitering@greeleyschools.org

Cheers!

Coach Deitering and Coach McGee

 TRYOUT APPLICATION

Candidates Full Name:__________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________Candidates Cell Number:_____________
Current grade:____________ GPA:___________ Date of Birth:________________
Parents Name/ Legal Guardian:___________________________________________
Guardians Phone Numbers: _____________________________________________
Any Physical or medical conditions (allergies) coaches should be aware of?
______________________________________________________________________
Are you currently being treated for injuries? _____________If so, please list
______________________________________________________________________
Do you have any cheerleading experience? ________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

Are you currently or planning to participate in any club, organization or team requiring
extra practice? If so, please list:__________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

Please check your preferred position on the team.*Does NOT mean this will be your
position**
FLYER___________ BASE____________ BACKSPOT___________

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read this informational packet entirely. I agree to
abide by the rules set forth in the cheerleading guidelines, if I am chosen as a team member for
the 2017-2018 GCHS cheer squad. I understand that if I do not abide by the rules, disciplinary
action will be taken at the discretion of the coaches. I also understand that the tryout judging
decision is final and I will not make an attempt to alter those decisions after the team
announcement has been made. I know that cheerleading is a multi-season commitment and I
will follow through with that commitment for the entire year if chosen.

Candidates Signature:________________________________Date:______________
 Permission/ Release Form

I, ___________________________, wish to submit my name as a candidate for the

2017-2018 GCHS cheerleading squad. I realize that I must return this form along with
other forms and current physical by FRIDAY, APRIL 14th.

I will attend all scheduled clinics and accept the decision of the judge/coach as final.

Candidate
Signature:________________________________Date:________________

______________________________________________________________________

I, _____________________________, have given my student ____________________

Permission to tryout for the cheerleading squad at GCHS. I recognize that cheerleading
is a strenuous activity. In that regard, I know of no pre-existing condition, injury or
illness, etc. which would limit participation at tryouts of cheerleading. I will also see that
she gets a physical like all other athletes, attend summer camp and all practices and
games unless excused by the coach in advanced. I have read and fully understand the
rules and regulations which have govern my students if selected to represent Greeley
Central High School. I fully understand that cheer is an extracurricular and will accept
the decisions of the judges/coach as final.

Guardian
Signature:____________________________________Date:____________________
 FINANCIAL CONTRACT
We realize that cheerleading is an expensive sport, however we try to cut the cost down as
much as possible through fund raising and taking care of what we have. There are, however,
certain items that cannot be passed down from squad to squad and have to be purchased by
the individual. Additionally, each cheerleader is responsible for paying camp tuition. We cannot
guarantee these will be the only costs throughout the year but these are the required pieces of
clothing and accessories each cheerleader is required to have.

Camp with Spirit Xpress: @ Central High school: $180

NEW Female NEW Male
Cheerleaders ESTIMATED TOTAL: Cheerleaders ESTIMATED TOTAL:
$340.00 $240.00
This includes: This includes:
Poms Shoes
Black body liner Warm-Up Jacket
Helix body liner Warm-Up Pants
Spanx (2) Backpack W/ Logo
Shoes Hoodie
Warm-Up Jacket Long Sleeve
Warm-Up Pants T-shirts (2)
Backpack W/ Logo
Hoodie ***Final fees could not be
Long Sleeve confirmed before the printing of
T-shirts (2) this packet. Coaches will work
Bows (Comp, PINK, Game(s)) hard to keep costs LOW and close
the above estimated amounts.

I have read the cheerleader financial requirements for the 2017-2018 school year and have
discussed it with my students. I understand that the cost above are an estimate from last
year and will change. However, the cost will not exceed $600 per cheerleader. The
cheerleading coaching staff will do everything in their power to maintain the lowest individual
cost.

Final costs will be outlined at tryouts and updated information will be sent home.

The first Payment will be made APRIL 25, 2017.

The second Payment will need to be made MAY 2, 2017 at the Parent Meeting.
The final payment will be due on May 16, 2017
ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE PAID.
In the event that my student is selected and is unable to fulfill their obligation as a cheerleader, I
understand the money paid for clothing, camp, and any other items can NOT be refunded.

____________________________________ __________________
Cheerleader Signature Date
____________________________________ __________________
Parent Signature Date
 TIME COMMITMENT AGREEMENT

My students and I understand that cheerleading is a huge time commitment as well as

an economic commitment and we are willing to participate fully in the program if my
student/ I make the 2017-2018 cheer squad. I understand the following date are
required by all cheerleaders and if we have other time commitments like vacation and
camps they will need to be worked around these dates. The dead period for summer
will be the month of July.
Summer 2017 practices- Month of June
Cheerleading Camp- June 13th and 14th
Regular practices- Start in August- March (May change due to basketball
season)
Choreography Camp- TBD.
Competition dates will be announced later this season.
Game schedules will be sent home once they are published.

We understand that unexcused absences from practices, events and games will result
in the loss of ability to letter. We understand that cheerleading is a team sport and the
absence of one member hurts the whole entire team.

STUDENT
SIGNATURE:___________________________________DATE:________________

PARENT
SIGNATURE:____________________________________DATE:_______________
 Essay Questions

Please answer the following questions seriously, they will reflect on you as a person
and be taken into account for tryouts. Please write legibly.
1. Why do you want to be a Greeley Central Cheerleader? Explain how you
would help enhance the program.

2. What do you believe in the role of a Greeley Central Cheerleader?

3. Describe several ways you will be a role model on the squad on in school?
 The purpose of being on the Greeley Central Cheerleading squad is to promote GCHS
spirit, to motivate and inspire Wildcat fans, and to maintain a good sense of
sportsmanship. In addition to supporting GCHS teams the goal of the squad is to
establish positive relationships with other team members, other schools, and other fans
within our conference. Cheerleaders will serve as positive role models and leaders for
GCHS and throughout the community, as well as challenging themselves to work at
improving their skills individually, as well as a team.

The TEAM
- The Varsity squad will consist of up to 25 freshman, sophomores, juniors, and seniors
who will cheer at Varsity sports games, competitions and pep rally events as determined
by the coaches.
Practices
- Cheerleaders will report appropriately dressed in t-shirt, shorts, cheers shoes, with
jewelry off, and if your hair is longer than your shoulders prepare to put it up.
- A tentative schedule will be given out at the beginning of each month with practice,
location, and times.
- All practices are mandatory.
- If there is an absence it must be cleared with the coach prior to the absence, work will
not be excused. If you are ill, you must bring a note from your parents to the next
practice stating that you were ill. Squad members may not participate in any practice or
game activity on the days that they are absent from school.

Games
- All cheerleaders will get a schedule of the games they are required to attend. All
cheerleaders will be at these set games unless otherwise specified.
- When cheering the squad will wear the official uniform designated for that game.
Everyone is to match, we are a TEAM.

Attendance
- ABSENCES CAN BE THE DOWNFALL OF A GREAT CHEERLEADING SQUAD!
- You are expected to be at all games and practices. Jobs, club activities, extracurricular
activities, doctors appointments, etc. must not interfere with cheerleading.
- Unexcused absences are those caused by anything other than illness or family
emergencies. In addition, just because a cheerleader asks to be excused it doesnt
mean that the excuse will be granted.

- Missing Practice
Tardy for practice -- extra conditioning!
Leaving early for work/ personal reasons -- you will sit out 1 quarter at the next game.
Missing practice for reasons other than illness/family emergency -- sit out 2 quarters.
Having to sit out more than 2 games in a season will result in being asked to step down
as a cheerleader.
 - Missing Games
Missing games, or events is inexcusable unless a parent has notified coaches to inform
of illness or family emergency.
Uniforms
- Uniforms are issued by the school and are property of the GCHS Athletic Department. If
for any reason a cheerleader quits or is dismissed, he/she is expected to return all
uniforms/equipment within 5 days of the termination.
- These uniforms must be kept clean, this includes spanks, socks, body liners, and warm-
ups.
- Hair must be out of your face and off your shoulders.
- Absolutely no jewelry! NO earrings, watches, necklaces, bracelets or piercings of any
kind. All will need to be removed.

Conduct
- There will be absolutely NO smoking, drinking, use of drugs or any other conduct
unbecoming to the squad or school.

Fundraising
- Every cheerleader will be expected to support all fundraising events which support the
team.

Coaches reserve the right to make changes/additions to the rules as needed. In addition, if you
have any questions or concerns, please contact Coach Deitering. When finished with
completing the whole packet write Go Cats Go in orange on the top of the packet.
 TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORM
Cheerleading tryouts for the 2017-2018 Greeley Central cheerleading squad are here! We would like
a recommendation for each potential cheerleader filled out by two teachers, one must be your
most recent English teacher and returned to Coach McGee @ Central in room 302 by April 18th.

Student Name: __________________________________ Grade Level: ___________________

Teacher Name: __________________________________ Subject: _____________

Please rate the performance of the above named student using the scale provided. For responses rated
a 1 or 2, please provide comments.

Activity Needs Excellent Comments

Improvement
Dependability 1 2 3 4 5

Leadership 1 2 3 4 5

Attitude 1 2 3 4 5

Displays School Pride 1 2 3 4 5

Cooperation 1 2 3 4 5

Courtesy 1 2 3 4 5

Character 1 2 3 4 5

Attendance 1 2 3 4 5

Comments:
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________ ______________________________
Signature of Teacher Date
 TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORM
Cheerleading tryouts for the 2017-2018 Greeley Central cheerleading squad are here! We would like
a recommendation for each potential cheerleader filled out by two teachers, one must be your
most recent English teacher and returned to Coach McGee @ Central in room 302 by April 18th.

Student Name: __________________________________ Grade Level: ___________________

Teacher Name: __________________________________ Subject: _____________

Please rate the performance of the above named student using the scale provided. For responses rated
a 1 or 2, please provide comments.

Activity Needs Excellent Comments

Improvement
Dependability 1 2 3 4 5

Leadership 1 2 3 4 5

Attitude 1 2 3 4 5

Displays School Pride 1 2 3 4 5

Cooperation 1 2 3 4 5

Courtesy 1 2 3 4 5

Character 1 2 3 4 5

Attendance 1 2 3 4 5

Comments:
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________ ______________________________
Signature of Teacher Date