The following points should be considered prior to making the decision to
audition for an officer position
1. Any activities outside the Pantherettes Dance Team you may be involved in cannot conflict with the schedule of the
team or social officer line. This includes, but is not limited to, rehearsal schedule (this includes leaving early), contests, or
any event/function the Pantherettes may be required to attend, or has planned to attend. You need to be willing to
schedule around team and contests, etc. All rehearsals will be planned well in advance and contest dates will be given in
late fall.
2. Social officers may be required to meet after regular dance practice. Social officers spend a considerable amount of
time taking care of Pantherettes business, like planning and organizing. Extra meeting times are also held during the
summer, during contest season, and on Saturdays to prepare and for the following:
a. Football halftime routines for the team
b. Community Service
c. Contest routines
d. Fall/spring dance clinics
e. Spring Show
f. Fundraisers
g. Special Events
3. Being a social officer also means added cost to that of a line member. The social officers will attend officer camp in
Houston, in June, in addition to summer rehearsal prior to line camp ($80.00) and football dance camp. Dance officers will
be responsible for paying for officer camp ($425.00). Social officer camp must be paid in full by the cut-off date.
Pantherettes Dance/Drill Team
Dance Officer Candidate Permission Form/Contract
I have read the above statements and am aware of the extra time and expense involved if my daughter is chosen to serve
as a Pantherettes Social Officer for the 2016 – 2017 school year. I also understand the social officers are held to a higher
standard than that of a line member. She will be expected to discipline, give orders, and set a good example for the other
drill team members both inside and outside of Jefferson Davis High School and Pantherettes.
I understand the social officers attend social officer camp during the summer in Houston in June, will have line camp late
July/early August, attend mandatory summer practices, and will have additional meetings and rehearsals either after
school or weekends in addition to scheduled practice time. Anytime the team is scheduled to meet for any function, the
social officers must arrive at least 15 minutes early. Work or any organization she may be involved in outside of
Pantherettes cannot interfere with an social officer’s obligations during the summer or school year.
I am aware of the Pantherettes constitution and the Demerit/Merit System. I understand that officers are not the exception
to the rules and that my daughter may lose her spot on the officer line and will be demoted to a line member for
misconduct, misrepresentation, poor attitude, not fulfilling her duties or responsibilities as an officer, or is placed on
probation of any kind. I understand that by signing this form, I am making a commitment in that I understand what is
expected of my daughter and that I will support her in fulfilling it.
Parent/Guardian Signature: _______________________________________ Date: __________________
I understand that if chosen to represent the Pantherettes Dance Team by serving as a social officer I will have extra
obligations and responsibilities. I understand I will be expected to set an example for the other Pantherettes members at
all times, help enforce the discipline of Pantherettes, and work together as a team. I must truly believe in everything that
drill team stands for and everything the constitution of our team stands for.
I also understand that if selected to serve as a social officer, that at anytime I misrepresent the Pantherettes, demonstrate
misconduct, poor attitude, do not fulfill my duties or obligations as a social officer, or am placed on probation of any kind
that I may lose my spot on the officer line and will be demoted to a line member.
I understand the duties and extra time obligation involved by being a social officer which include, but is not limited to:
attending officer camp, meeting prior to line camp to choreograph and prepare, attending line camps, or meeting after line
rehearsals. I understand that by signing this form, I am making a commitment in that I understand what would be
expected of me if selected to serve as a dance officer. I agree to participate with good sportsmanship and will receive any
position handed to me graciously.
Candidate Signature: ____________________________ Date: __________________
Social Officer Candidate Application
Name: ________________________________
Current Grade Level: _____
Circle Officer Candidate Auditioning For:
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Historian
Previous Social Officer Position Held: __________________________________
Solos, Duets, Trios, Ensembles Performed:
9th
10th
Solo:
_____
_____
Duet:
_____
_____
Trio:
_____
_____
Ensemble:
_____
_____
11th
_____
_____
_____
_____
Number of Team Competition Routines Performed:
Military
Pom
Novelty
9th:
_____
_____
_____
10th:
_____
_____
_____
Jazz
_____
_____
Kick
_____
_____
Other
_____
_____
11th:
_____
_____
_____
_____
_____
_____
Total Demerits Received To This Date: _______________
Reason/Reasons for Demerits: _______________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
How many rehearsals have you missed or left early from this year? ________________
Please Explain. You may use a separate sheet of paper if necessary.
How many events/performances have you missed or left early from this year? ________________
Please Explain. You may use a separate sheet of paper if necessary.
List any Honors you have received while on Pantherettes.
1. ______________________ 4. __________________
2. ______________________ 5. __________________
3. ______________________ 6. __________________
List any leadership experience you have had with the Pantherette Organization.
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
I understand that the information given above is complete and accurate. Any information may be released to the judges
for selection of the dance office for which I am applying.
___________________________
Candidate Signature
___________________________
Director Signature
_______________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
Social Officer Responsibilities & Presentation Guidelines
Secretary: The duties of the Secretary will be responsible for all drill team paperwork. The duty of the Secretary will be
responsible for scheduling community service activities.
1. Prepare a yearly calendar that lists suggestive community service projects.
2. Create a tri-fold board that has Pantherette history and current Pantherette information. Include a create title.
Historian: The duty of the Historian is to keep track of the drill team memorabilia (e.g. Memory book, Video/Photo
inventory). The treasurer will also be in charge of our annual picture slideshow presentation.
1. Prepare a sample, current memory book of this year’s team.
2. Create a tri-fold board that has Pantherette history and current Pantherette information. Include a create title.
Treasurer: The duties of the Treasurer are to help oversee all the financial situations and inventory of the Pantherette
Organization. The treasurer will also be in charge of all social activities of the Pantherette Organization.
3. Prepare a yearly calendar that lists all suggestive social events.
4. Create a tri-fold board that has Pantherette history and current Pantherette information. Include a create title.
Vice President (Public Relations): The duties of the Vice President are to help with the propaganda of this organization.
She will responsible of planning and scheduling fundraising activities.
1. Prepare a yearly calendar that lists suggestive fundraising projects.
3. Create a tri-fold board that has Pantherette history and current Pantherette information. Include a create title.
President (Special Events): The duties of the President are to plan and schedule all special event activities and to oversee
the duties of the social officers. In addition, she is responsible for assisting in the planning of the Awards Ceremony and
annual dinners.
1. Prepare a yearly calendar that lists suggestive special event projects.
4. Create a tri-fold board that has Pantherette history and current Pantherette information. Include a create title.
Teacher Evaluation for Pantherettes Social Officer Candidate
CANDIDATE NAME: _______________________________________________
Teacher: ______________________
Subject: _____________
Class Period: _________
Please rate the following student on a scale of 1 to 5 (5 being the highest) in each category. Base each of these ratings on
how this student performs in your class. Please do not leave any category unrated.
These evaluations must be done in pen and all changes must be initialed.

Academic Success
5
4
3
2
1

Good Attendance
5
4
3
2
1

Trustworthy/Honesty
5
4
3
2
1

Cooperation with Teacher
5
4
3
2
1

Punctuality to Class
5
4
3
2
1

Self-discipline
5
4
3
2
1

Punctuality with Assignments
5
4
3
2
1

Acceptance by Peers
5
4
3
2
1

Maturity in Judgment
5
4
3
2
1

Leadership Skills
5
4
3
2
1
Do you feel this student is a good representative of Jefferson Davis High School?
Yes _____ No _____ If No, Please Explain ______________________
_________________________________________________________
Do you feel this student would be a good Leader for Pantherettes Dance Team?
Yes _____ No _____ If No, Please Explain ______________________
_________________________________________________________
PLEASE RETURN TO MS. REYNA’S MAIL BOX IN TEACHERS LOUNGE
BY Wednesday, March 19, 2016.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP AND COOPERATION IN THIS ASPECT OF OFFICER AUDITIONS