DANCE TEAM & CHEERLEADING

Dance Team

Course: 0819

Grade 7, 8

Prerequisite: Spring Audition and selection based on judge’s scores

Dance Team is an advanced performing group made up of 7th and 8th graders who audition in the spring. This course provides students the opportunity to further their knowledge and experience of dance. Emphasis will be placed on technical and performance skills. Students are required to attend summer practices, all scheduled after-school rehearsals, and selected school performances at athletic events/pep rallies, dance concerts, and community events. This course will fulfill the Physical Education requirement. Note: The cost of the required practice attire and other items will be approximately $600.

Cheer

Course:  0827

Grade 7, 8

Cheer Prerequisite: Spring Audition and Selection Based on Judges' Scores

This cheerleading course trains participants in most aspects of cheerleading and prepares the squad to cheer and support a multitude of campus events such as girls and boys athletics, pep rallies, and other activities. Emphasis is placed on promoting positive school spirit, strong leadership skills, safety, flexibility, as well as proper cheer techniques. Students are required to attend summer camp and participation at selected outside-of-school events (i.e. football, basketball, volleyball) is required. This course counts as a PE credit. Note: A cheer uniform is required. The cost of the required uniform and other cheer gear will be approximately $625.