MS 5th 6th CHEER

Coach: Lisa Sullivan idolpix@sbcglobal.net  661-755-7463

2023 FCS 5th/6th MS CHEER GUIDELINES 

Attendance:

All team members are expected to attend all practices, games, and events on time, wearing the correct uniform, with hair pulled back, nails short with only clear, french or no nail polish, and NO JEWELRY whatsoever.

Excessive absences not related to an emergency or illness will be grounds for dismissal from the team at the discretion of the coach. Absences from practice for any reason may result in the cheerleader being removed from subsequent cheerleading performance and extra conditioning. If a game or practice is missed, that cheerleader will sit out the first quarter of the next game. During the school year, all appointments, vacations and lessons should be arranged on days not previously scheduled as a cheerleading activity. If a cheerleader needs to go to academic help class after school, the coach must be notified prior to the start of practice. 

Per FCS RULES: A cheerleader must be present in school at least ½ day in order to participate in after school activities unless excused due to an approved appointment. If a cheerleader is too sick to attend a full day of school, she is not allowed to participate in after-school activities, and needs to contact the coach before practice that day. Depending on the illness, you may still be asked to attend competition practice to observe. 

 If a cheerleader is injured and unable to cheer, she is still required to attend games and  support the team.  She must sit with the team or coach.

Appearance:

The correct uniform must be worn at all games, practices, and events as directed by the coach.  Uniforms must be clean and wrinkle free.  Any issues with stains or damage should be reported immediately to the coach. 

Our squad performs certain stunts. As such, fingernails are to be short (max. ¼” past fingertips) and natural, or polished with clear or french style polish.  This is a safety issue. Accordingly, no jewelry of any type is to be worn at practice, games, or events unless designated by the coach. 

Uniforms and items not included in the Player Pack must be returned to the MS office at the end of the season.  All items must be clean and placed in a bag clearly labeled with the cheerleader’s name. 

Unless otherwise specified by the coach, hair should be placed in a ponytail at all practices, and a high-ponytail (at the crown of the head) at all games and events. Please acquire elastics that exactly match your cheerleader’s hair color. Bows will be provided for games and events, and will be worn as directed by the coach. 

Behavior: 

A cheerleader is a LEADER and should be an example to all. FCS Cheerleaders are held to the highest standards.

Before, during, and after games, practices, and events, cheerleaders are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner. Upon game commencement or at events, cheerleaders must remain in proper formations as established by the coach.  Enthusiasm and good sportsmanship are expected, and all Cheerleaders are expected to give 100% at practices and games. The performance of the entire team is affected when even one member does not do her part.  

Cheerleaders are expected to help with set-up and clean up before and after practices and games.

Cheerleaders are not permitted to practice any type of stunting or tumbling without a coach or authorized personnel being present.

Photos and videos of any cheer related activity should not be posted on any media sites unless authorized by the coach. There should not be any text threads amongst the cheerleaders that do not include ALL members of the squad.  Discovery of any “questionable” postings of any sort is grounds for dismissal from the squad at the discretion of the coach and/or FCS administration.

Cheerleaders and their families should refrain from making negative comments about our school or teams. This includes all social media.  

Violation of these rules will be handled at the discretion of the coach. The coaches reserve the right to re-evaluate a cheerleader’s spot on the team due to their lack of performance or repeated unacceptable behavior during the season.

Fees:

Camp fees, for those attending, will be billed in June. 

The FCS Athletic Department charges every FCS athlete an athletic fee. This, along with the cost of our “player pack” will be billed by September through FACTS. 

The Team Fee which covers snacks, locker magnets, transportation, end-of-the-year party and other miscellaneous expenses will be billed in December. 

 Any cheerleader deciding to quit the team after the new season has started, or who is dismissed from the team, will not be permitted to try out the following year.  Any financial obligations to the team will still be expected to be paid in full.
 

2023 FCS MS 5th/6th Cheerleading Commitment 

I, _________________________, understand the commitment I am making to FCS and their cheerleading teams and coaches for the 2023 season. I agree to abide by the FCS Cheerleading Guidelines with a cheerful servant’s heart and fulfill our commitment.

Cheerleader Signature _______________________________ 

Parent Signature ___________________________________

Date _____________________________________________