The institution of cheerleading has been an important component of the American high school experience for decades, as cheerleaders are a very visible form of school spirit. Due to coronavirus restrictions, there has been a lack of in-person events such as pep rallies and competitions, but BT's Cheer team remains a very visible presence on campus, greeting students back on the first days of class, attending football and volleyball games, and leading the school's Homecoming unity walk. As for the absence of in-person cheer competitions, typically a major part of the Cheer team's yearly schedule, the alternative of a Zoom competition has been set in place. Assistant Coach Thompson says, “Online competitions and showcases are good ideas for a couple reasons. One, during these uncertain times, it’s a great way of keeping safe and not co-mingling germs from other schools/teams. And two, it allows us to put our best foot forward and retape as many times as needed so that we can showcase the team at their best.” The Zoom competition might also be an alternative to the state competition in February, which is usually held in Grand Island. Additionally, the cheerleaders have made other changes to their typical football season activities. They have separated into two groups on the sidelines to better socially distance and involve the whole crowd. The team has made sure to take extra precautions in order to set a good example for the younger students. Soon the team will be able to stunt again, but for now they are using the extra time to work on basic tumbling skills and perfecting their jumps. In this uncertain time, the Cheer team remains among the most visible faces of the school, proudly setting an example by wearing our masks and "smizing" brightly wherever we go.