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North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheer Candidate Information

Name: __________________________________________________________ Current Grade: ____________

(First) (Last)

Current School (check one)

Abney_____ Burnt Hickory_____ McClure_____ Moses_____ Northside_____ Russom_____ Shelton_____

Address:

___________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone: Home _____________________________ Cell ___________________________________

Mom’s Name: ____________________________________ Dad’s Name:

___________________________________

Email Address: Child __________________________________ Parent: _______________________________________

Squad Preference (Number by preference 1st, 2

nd, etc.):

Competition_______ Football Sidelines_______ Jr. Den Spiritleader_______

*There will be one competition squad made of qualified 6th, 7

th, and 8

th graders

**There will be three football sideline squads for 6th, 7

th, and 8

th graders

***There will be three Jr. Den Spiritleader groups for 6th, 7

th, and 8

th graders

Candidate’s Tumbling/Stunting Ability: Tumbling (check all that you are proficient in)

Standing: Walkover_____ handspring _____ Series of handsprings _____ Handspring Tuck _____ Standing

Tuck_____ Handspring Layout _____ Handspring Full _____ Other: ________________________________

Running Round Off: Handspring _____ Series of Handsprings _____ Tuck _____ Handspring Tuck _____

Handspring Layout _____ Handspring Full _____ Other: ___________________________________________

Stunting Position: Flyer _______ Main/ Side Base _______ Back/Front Spot _______

Half: Heel Stretch_____ Bow-n Arrow _____ Scales_____ Scorpion_____ Arabesque_____

Extention: Heel Stretch_____ Bow-n Arrow_____ Scales_____ Scorpion_____ Arabesque_____

Baskets: Show-n Go _____ Toe Touch_____ Kick Full_____ Kick Double______

Parent Volunteer Indicate below if you are interested in being a sponsor for your cheerleader’s squad if your child is chosen. Your

willingness to volunteer will in NO WAY affect the results of your child’s tryouts! Every parent will assume some

position of responsibility for their child’s squad(s), once the teams are chosen. Please list other volunteer experience

on the back of this form with 3 references.

Name: _________________________________________ Phone: ______________________


North Paulding Junior Wolfpack 2011-2012 Cheerleading Tryout Packet

Cheerleading tryouts clinic will be held April 25, 26, and 28 in NPHS Auxiliary Gym. Clinic and Tryouts are

closed to the public. Tryouts will be held April 29th

at NPHS’s Auxiliary Gym. The total score for each

candidate will include the judges’ scores, added to the teacher recommendations. Results will be posted on

Saturday, April 29 on our website: jrwolfpackcheer.com.

NOTE: The exact size of each squad may vary depending on the number of candidates participating in the

tryouts as well as the candidate’s scores.

Below is a list of contents of this packet. Please take note that each item with an *** must be signed and

returned no later than Monday, April 25th

(first day of tryout clinic) in order to be eligible to tryout. You may

also mail required documents to: NPTC, c/o Junior Wolfpack Cheer, 6110 Cedarcrest Rd., Suite 350, #194,

Acworth GA 30101.

Packet Includes:

1. Cheer Candidate Information Form

2. NPJWC Tryout Checklist***

3. NPJWC Tryout-Information for Spring 2011

4. 2011 Events Calendar

5. Approximate Cost Sheet

6. Parent Permission/Consent Form***

7. Inherent Risk Form***

8. Cheerleading Constitution Rules Acknowledgement Form***

9. Judges Score Sheet

10. Teacher Recommendation form(s)***

-For middle school students, the highest and lowest score will be dropped

-For elementary students, the score will be multiplied by 4.

Tryout Calendar:

March 30th 7:00 pm- Mandatory Parent Meeting in NPHS Auditorium

April 25th

5:00-7:00 pm Clinic in NPHS Auxiliary Gymnasium

April 26th

5:00-7:00 pm Clinic in NPHS Aux. Gym

April 28th

5:00-7:00 pm Clinic review and Mock Tryouts in NPHS Aux. Gym

April 29th

5:00-7:00 pm Cheerleading Forma Tryouts in NPHS Aux. Gym


North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheer

Tryouts Checklist

______ COPY of Birth Certificate

______ Copy of insurance card

______ Pre-participation Forms (pgs. 4-7 of the Paulding Co. Athletic Packet)*

______ Parent Permission/Consent Form

______ Inherent Risks Form

______ Cheerleading Constitution Rules Acknowledgement Form

______ Teacher Recommendation Form(s)*

______ $5.00 Tryout Fee

* Are located under the forms link at jrwolfpackcheer.com. The North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheer

Constitution is also located here.

Copies and completed forms must be returned no later than Monday, April 25th

(first day of tryout clinic) in

order to be eligible to tryout. You may also mail required documents to: NPTC, c/o Junior Wolfpack Cheer,

6110 Cedarcrest Rd., Suite 350, #194, Acworth GA 30101.


NORTH PAULDING JUNIOR WOLFPACK CHEER TRYOUTS

INFORMATION FOR SPRING 2011

“What Dates Do I Need to Remember?”

Monday, April 25, 2011

5:00 to 7:00 PM Tryout Registration/Mandatory Clinic-

NPHS Auxiliary Gym

(Drop-off and pick up by main entrance)

Tuesday, April 26, 2011 5:00 to 7:00 PM Mandatory Tryout Clinic

Thursday, April 28, 2011 5:00 to 7:00 PM Mandatory Clinic Review & Mock Tryouts

Friday, April 29, 2011 5:00 to 7:00ish Tryouts – NPHS Auxiliary Gym

Tryout time schedule – TBD

Saturday, April 30, 2011 Posting of Squads @ www.jrwolfpackcheer.com (tryout numbers only)

Monday, May 2, 2011 7:30 PM Mandatory Registration Meeting for cheer

squads at NPHS Field House

“What Should I Bring and Wear to Tryouts?”

On Monday, April 25, 2011, please bring tryout fee of $5.00 (cash only) and completed NPHS tryouts

packet with all forms signed and all requested copies. Make sure all items on the Tryouts checklist are

completed. The $5.00 tryout fee is to pay for our judges’ time and travel expenses.

You should wear shorts, solid t-shirt, socks, & gym shoes. No cheerleading t-shirts may be worn to

tryouts or tryout clinic.

Water bottle if you would like; no other drinks or snacks are permitted in the gym.

Tidy appearance with hair in pony tail & out of your face; short nails & no tips are a must for safety;

absolutely NO JEWELRY!

Your best smile and a positive attitude!

On Friday, April 29, 2011, candidates should wear navy shorts, plain white t-shirt, no show socks, and

white tennis/cheer shoes to tryouts.

“What Will I Be Judged On At Tryouts?”

Cheer

Dance

Jumps - Toe Touch & optional jump of your choice (Pike, Herkie, Hurdler, etc.)

Optional standing and/or running tumbling of your choice (for example: round off, round off/back

handspring, standing back handspring, or your best round off with a clean jump at the end! This is no

time to try a move for the first time - NO SPOTTING! We would rather see your best and most

comfortable optional tumbling with a great smile!

Since this is a “beginning cheerleading experience” for many girls, you will also be judged on skills such as spirit, projection, precision, smile, and energy. No special training is needed for these! The dance, cheer, and jumps will be taught to you during the 3 day tryout clinic.

http://www.jrwolfpackcheer.com/


2011 North Paulding Jr. Wolfpack Cheer Events Calendar

Tentative Dates to put on your calendar. ALL dates are MANDATORY:

May 2 Parent/Athlete Meeting 7:30- NPHS Field House –(Payment #1 due)

May 12 Spirit Wear Fittings w/Varsity Rep 5:30- location TBD

June 2 Payment #2 due

June 6-22 Weekly Competition practices begin (Mon. & Wed.) 5:00-6:00pm-C4 Longhorn

Gym

June 20-22 Competition Choreography Camp: Time 9:00am-4:00pm- C4 Gym

June 23-July 10 CHEER BREAK, NO CHEER PRACTICES DURING BREAK!

July 2 Payment #3 due

July 11-Nov. 4 Weekly Competition practices resume (Mon. & Wed.) 5:00-6:00pm

July 18-20 Football Squad Cheer Camp (6th

, 7th

, & 8th

) 9:00-1:00pm-McClure Gym

July 23 NPJW Cheer Picture Day: Times TBD -location NPHS Field House

August 2 Football Squads practices begin (Tues. & Thurs) 5:30-7:00-NPHS Auxiliary Gym

August 19 *Meet the Junior Pack (Pep Rally) 7:00-8:00pm-NPHS Main Gym

August 27-Oct. 22 Football Games (regular season) Saturdays – Times and locations will vary

Sept. 17 *Georgia’s Best Cheerleading Competition-9:00-11:30-Cartersville HS

Oct. 1 *Mountain Cheer Classic-9:00-11:30-Kennesaw Mountain HS

Oct. 8 *The Stockyard Round-up Competition: 9:00-11:30-Kell HS

Oct. 16 Howling at the Den Youth/Middle Schools Cheer Competition 10:00-?-NPHS

Main Gym

Oct. 22 *Battle at the Boneyard: 9:00-11:30-East Paulding HS

Oct. 29-Nov. 12 Football Playoff Games (Saturdays)-Times and locations will vary

Nov. 6 *Cheersport Georgia Middle Schools State Championship-Time TBD-Atlanta

Nov. 13 *Circus Jam Middle School State Championship: Time TBD, Allatoona HS

Nov. 19 GMSAA Championship Games-Times and location will vary

Nov. Turn in uniforms: Date & Time TBD-NPHS Field House

Dec. *NPJW Football/Cheer Banquet-Date, Time and Location TBD

**Denotes Competition Squad **Denotes Football Squads **Denotes all NPJW Squads

*PLEASE PLAN ALL VACATIONS DURING THE CHEER BREAKS-WEEK FOLLOWING THE

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL, LAST WEEK IN JUNE AND FIRST WEEK OF JULY (JUNE 23-JULY 10)

NPJW Competition Squad’s season begins in September. For safety reasons and to ensure that everyone is

ready by the end of August, it is extremely important that everyone be at all summer practices and

choreography camp!

Summer/Fall Weekly Practice Schedule:

Competition Squad: June 6 through November 4, Mon/Wed 5:00-6:00pm at C4 Longhorns Gym

Football Squads (6th

, 7th,

and 8th

): August 1 through October or November depending on Playoffs

ALL OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE!

*Cheer Competitions overlap football season.

**Please review the NPJW Cheer Constitution for what is considered excused or unexcused absences. You

must make a commitment to your cheer squad!


Approximate Cost for Junior Wolfpack Cheer Competition Squad (Only)

Participation Fee $225

Choreography Camp 175

Gym Fees (practice) 150

Competition shoes 70

Practice T-shirts 20

Cheer Bag 10

Briefs* 10

Competition Hair Bow* 12

Total: $672

**Optional Items: (not required)

Warm Ups $100

Jersey 25

Football Sidelines Squad (Only) Participation Fee $225

Football Sidelines Camp 75

Warm Ups (6th

& 7th

Grade)* 100

Warm Ups (8th

Grade) 60

Megaphone * 65

Shoes * 65

Body liner* 35

Poms (8th

Grade)* 30

Poms (6th

& 7th

Grade)* 25

Jersey 25

2 Practice T-shirts 20

Cheer Bag 10

Briefs * 10

(2) Hair Bows 12

Total:

Returning 8th

Grader $397

New 8th

Grader $632

6th

or 7th

Grader $ 667 Competition &Football Sidelines




Warm Ups (6th

& 7th

Grade)* 100

Warm Ups (8th

Grade) 60

Football Sidelines Camp 75

Competition Shoes 70

Sidelines Shoes* 65

Megaphone* 65

Body Liner * 35

Poms (8th

Grade)* 30

Poms (6th

& 7th

Grade)* 25

Jersey 25

2 Practice T-shirts 20

Competition Bow* 12

Cheer Bag 10

Briefs* 10

(2) Sidelines Bows 12

Total:

Returning 8th

Grader $804

New 8th

Grader $1039

6th

or 7th

Grader $1074

Competition/Jr. Den Spiritleaders Participation Fee $225



Competition shoes 70

2 Jerseys 50

Practice T-shirts 20

Cheer Bag 10

Briefs* 10

Competition Hair Bow* 12

Total: $722

Jr. Den Spiritleaders (Only)


2 Jerseys 50

Total: $100

*** Please note that the first year of cheerleading is the most expensive. Some items may be used for multiple

years after the first year and can be sold to incoming cheerleaders if you so choose. Parents and cheerleaders

will have the opportunity to offset costs by participating in our 20/20 letter and/or North Paulding Touchdown

Club Ad/Sign sales. Both personal fundraising opportunities will be explained at the mandatory parent meeting.

Participation in personal fundraising is optional.


North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheer Parent Permission/Consent Form

Cheerleader Candidate's Full Name: (PRINT) ________________________________________________________________

I, as parent/guardian of the above mentioned cheerleading candidate, have read and fully understand the rules and

regulations, which will govern my child if chosen to represent the North Paulding Junior Wolfpack as a cheerleader. I

also understand that it is an extra-curricular activity and that attendance at ALL practices. games, performances, camps,

a MINIMUM of 1 community service, and squad fundraisers are requirements of the elected cheerleaders. I

understand that due to the nature of this activity, that there is a risk of physical injury. I acknowledge these risks and

legally release North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheer and affiliated organization and individuals of all obligations and

responsibilities should this activity result in personal injury. I also understand that if my child is chosen as a part of the

North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheer Program and is later dismissed from the squad for any reason, I will receive no

financial restitution. I hereby give my consent to the above mentioned student to participate in cheerleading tryouts, and,

if chosen, to participate as a member of the North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheerleading Squad for the 2011-2012

cheerleading season. I will respect and abide by the tryout judges’ decisions. I confirm that my child lives in the North

Paulding High School District or is eligible to attend North Paulding High School. I hereby consent to the use of

photographs, videos and audio clips of my child to be used on the cheerleading website and for any advertising or

solicitation without any compensation to the cheerleader or family member. I understand my child’s name may be

published along with photo, video, and or audio clip.

I, __________________________________________(parent/guardian), agree to help or participate if my child is selected

as a member of the North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheerleading Program. I agree to volunteer my time to assist the

program. I understand that this program is operated by parents/volunteers in every area, and my assistance is vital to the

outcome of the overall program. I agree to participate in North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Squad Fundraisers during the

2011-2012 cheerleading season.

Signature of parent/guardian:_____________________________ Date:______________

Parent/Guardian Name: (Print)________________________________

Home Address:___________________________________________

Home Phone:__________ Work Phone:__________ Cell Phone: ___________

School attending this Fall: (circle) Moses McClure

Current Grade: (circle) 5th 6th 7th

*******************************************************************


North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Explanation of Inherent Risk for Cheerleading

Cheerleading is an exciting, time-consuming sport that involves flyers, bases and spotters. Flyers are lifted into

stunts by the bases, along with the safety-oriented spotters when needed. Bases and spotters are responsible for

catching the flyers when the stunts come down. Cheerleading also requires forceful motions, tumbling, voice

projection, jumping and lifting. The cheering area varies greatly from one location to another, inside or outside.

Because of these conditions inherent to the sport, participating in cheerleading exposes an athlete to many risks

of injury. Those include, but are not limited to: paralysis due to serious neck or back injury, brain damage,

damage to internal organs, serious injuries to bones, ligaments, joints, and tendons, and general deterioration of

health, and possibly death. Such injuries can result not only in temporary loss of function but also in serious

impairment of future physical, psychological, and social abilities, including the ability to earn a living.

In an effort to make cheerleading as safe as it can be, the coaching staff will instruct the athletes concerning the

correct techniques for stunts and rules of cheerleading. It is vital that the athletes follow the coach's skilled

instructions, training rules, and team policies to decrease the possibility of serious injury.

We have read the above stated information concerning the risk of cheerleading. We understand and assume all

risk associated with trying out, practicing, or cheering at games/competitions. In signing this form, we assume

the inherent risk of cheerleading and waive any future legal action by our heirs, estate, executor, administrator,

assignees, family members and ourselves. We also acknowledge these risks and legally release North Paulding

Junior Wolfpack Cheer and the North Paulding Touchdown Club and individuals of all obligation and

responsibilities should this activity result in personal injury. Please indicate any known medical conditions and

allergies on the back of this form.

Name of Athlete (PRINT)_________________________________________________

Date:__________ Signature of athlete:_______________________________________

Name of mother (or legal guardian (PRINT)_________________________________

Signature of mother (or legal guardian):_____________________________________

Name of father (or legal guardian): (PRINT)_________________________________

Signature of father (or legal guardian):______________________________________


North Paulding Junior Wolfpack

CHEERLEADING Constitution Rules Acknowledgement +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

I have read and understand the 2011-2012 North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheerleading Constitution and

agree to abide by the contents written therein.

Cheerleader’s Name (please print): _______________________________________

Cheerleader’s Signature: ________________________________________________

I have read and understand the 2011-2012 North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheerleading Constitution and will

support my student/athlete in the North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheerleading Program.

Parent’s Name(s): ___________________________________________________

Parent’s Signature(s): _____________________________________________________

TIME and FINANCIAL Commitment +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

We have read both the North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheer 2011 Events Calendar and the NPJW Cheer

Approximate Costs handouts. We understand both the time and financial commitment needed to be a part of the

NPJW Cheer program and agree to abide by the contents written therein.

Cheerleader’s Name (please print): _______________________________________

Cheerleader’s Signature: ________________________________________________

Parent’s Signature(s): _____________________________________________________


Cheerleading Tryouts Judging Sheet Number: __________

Judge’s Signature: ______________________

Category Possible Points Points

Gymnastic Skills

-Standing/Running 20 _______ Standing- (possible 10 pts.) - 1pt.Cartwheel 6pts. Series of Handsprings - 2pts. Round off 7pts. Handspring Tuck - 3pts. Round off/ jump 8pts. Tuck - 4pts. Walkover 9pts. Handspring Layout - 5pts. Handspring 10pts. Handspring Full

Running- (possible 10 pts.) - 2pts. Round off 7pts. Round off Tuck - 3pts. Round off/jump 8pts. Round off Handspring Tuck - 5pts. Round off Handspring 9pts. Round off Handspring Layout - 6pts. Round off series of Handsprings 10pts. Round off Handspring Full

Jumps

-Toe Touch 10 _______

-Jump of Choice 10 _______ - -are toes pointed - -is approach clean - -do they land with their feet together? - -how high is the jump?

Cheer/Chant 25 _______ - Check motions, spirit, voice, stiffness, facials - Points deducted for broken wrists, not saying words, lack of facials

Dance Technique 25 _______ - Rhythm, counts, movement, expression, knowledge of routine

- Points deducted for improper counts, motions, lack of facials

Spirit 10 _______ - Voice, facials, confidence, entrance

Judge’s Total 100 _______

Deductions

- Received ISS (minus 5 pts.) (______)

- Received OSS (minus 10 pts.) (______)

Total Score _______


Teacher Recommendation Form

Teachers:

As we strive to promote good character among our athletes within the North Paulding Junior Wolfpack

Cheerleading Program, we feel your opinions are extremely valuable. We would like your opinion on the

following student. Please feel free to write any additional comments you deem necessary for the judges and

coaches. After completion please place the form in the envelope provided, sign the back seal, and return to the

candidate or email evaluation to: [email protected]. Teacher evaluations will only be accepted

from the teacher’s school email address ending in: @paulding.k12.ga.us. Please include student’s name and

current grade in the subject line. Thank you!

This form is completely confidential!

Please complete and return this form by: April 22, 2011

Student Name: ___________________________________________

(Please print)

Teacher Name: _______________________________ Period/Subject: ________________

(Please print)

Please rate the above named student using the following categories:

1 Poor 2 Fair 3 Average 4 Good 5 Excellent

Punctual to class _____________________

Attitude _____________________

Works well with teachers and other students. _____________________

Displays leadership qualities _____________________

Displays dependable and responsible behavior _____________________

TOTAL _____________________ (25 points possible)

Has this student received ISS this year? Yes or No

Has this student received OSS this year? Yes or No

Additional comments:

__________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________

Thank you for taking the time to complete this form. Please sign below to verify the accuracy of the

information being given.

Teacher Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ___________________

mailto:[email protected]


Name: _______________________ Final Score: ______ # _____

Squad Choice: ____Competition ____Football Sidelines ____Jr. Den Spiritleader

Cheerleading Tryouts Final Score

JUDGE #1 _____________ 100 points possible



**Teacher recommendations _____________ 100 points possible

Total Judges Score/Teacher Recs. ______________ (Out of 400)

FINAL SCORE ________________________

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