Rancho Bernardo High School Cheer Application 2014-2015 Cheer Workshops 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm (In the RBHS gymnasium) Monday, April 21st Tuesday, April 22nd Wednesday, April 23rd Thursday, April 24th Cheer Tryouts When: Friday, April 25th, 2014 Where: RBHS Gymnasium Time: 6:30 pm - 10:30pm Questions? Please contact: Valerie MacNeil, RBHS Cheer Advisor valeriemacneil@outlook.com -1- RANCHO BERNARDO HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADER APPLICATION (Due: Friday, April 11th, 2014 by 3:30p.m. to the RBHS front office) Section I (Please Print) Name _____________________Current Grade _________ Birth date: _____________ I would like to tryout for, select one or more: ___Varsity ___Junior Varsity Freshman – may check J.V. only Sophomores & Juniors – may check both J.V. & Varsity Seniors – may check Varsity only You will be asked at the cheer workshops if you would be interested in being considered for Captain. Would you like to be considered for captain of your squad? ____ Yes ____ No Address______________________________ City ____________ Zip _____________ Phone Number ______________________ Parent's Phone ______________________ Parent’s E-mail ________________Parent(s) First and Last Name ________________ Student’s Email ________________ Current School ___________________________ Do you have a physical on file at RBHS? ________When does it expire? ___________ Section II (Parent Section) My student, __________________________ , has my permission to participate in the cheerleader workshops and tryout in the gym at Rancho Bernardo High School on April 21, April 22, April 23, April 24 and April 25th. I understand that they must submit this application, completed physical and athletic packets (downloaded from the RBHS website), a copy of their 1st Semester Report Card, cheer contract, and parent permission form on file at RBHS before April 11th 2014. (Parent Signature) _______________________________________________ Section III ATTACH A Copy OF YOUR FIRST SEMESTER'S REPORT CARD TO THIS PAGE. Section IV Cheerleader Please TYPE a PARAGRAPH explaining why you will be a productive and positive member of the cheerleading team including your leadership experience and the qualities you can bring to the cheer squad. -2- RANCHO BERNARDO HIGH SCHOOL CHEER l3010 Paseo Lucido San Diego, California 92128 CHEERLEADING CONSTITUTION NAME: RB High Cheerleaders PURPOSE: A. Promote school spirit. B. Develop team responsibility, self-confidence & enhance self-capacity through team participation. C. Promote a sense of good sportsmanship among students and adults. Strive to build better relationships between schools. ELIGIBIITY: A. A cheerleading candidate must be a student currently enrolled and attending Rancho Bernardo High School, enrolling for the 2014-2015 school year, or have an interdistrict transfer approved prior to tryouts for the 2014-2015 school year. B. During each grading period, cheerleaders must maintain a 2.5 grade point average and be passing four academic classes. C. If cheerleaders do not attain a 2.5 grade point average and pass 4 academic classes in the previous grading period, they will be placed on probation for the following grading period. D. All cheerleaders are expected to utilize tutorial sessions. Mandated tutorial (as set by coaches) will be in effect for cheerleaders on probation or ineligible. E. Accounting for eligibility will be the day after school wide distribution of grades. The grades that will be counted for eligibility are six-week grades, twelve-week grades, and semester grades, per the Athletic Department. F. If cheerleaders do not bring their grades up to a 2.5 grade point average at the end of the probationary period, they will be ineligible to participate for the following grading period. One probation is allowed throughout the athlete's high school career. After that probation is used, the athlete will be ineligible to participate in all athletics. (per CIF rule) G. Students will make reasonable progress towards graduation. H. District rules of residence eligibility (District transfers) will be in effect for all candidates. TRYOUTS: A. Tryouts will be held once a year. B. The candidates will be evaluated on the following items: 1. Non-physical a. Attendance at Workshops b. Coach and Teacher Evaluations c. Parent Meeting d. Grades 2. Physical a. Spirit b. Splits c. Appearance d. Tumbling (standing) e. Tumbling (passes) f. Toe-Touch g. Cheer h. Dance Routine i. 2 Chants (40) (50) (10) (25) (10) (10) (05) (15) (15) (10) (30) (40) (30) DEFINITION OF SQUADS: Squad members will be selected each year strictly on the basis of total points earned in the tryout process. No extra points will be given, or special consideration made for previous squad placement. A. Varsity squad will consist of Seniors, Juniors, or Sophomores. The students (Seniors, Juniors, or Sophomores) earning the most points will be on the Varsity Squad. B. Junior Varsity squad will consist of Juniors, Sophomores, or Freshman. The students (Juniors, Sophomores, or Freshman) earning the next highest number of points will be on the Junior Varsity Squad. ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENT: The following ABSENCE/TARDY policy will be in effect: A. If a cheerleader is not at school for a minimum of four periods (of a 6 period day) or 2 periods (of a lab day), the student is ineligible to participate in practice or event that day or evening. (per CIF rule) B. If a cheerleader has an unexcused absence from practice, an event, or a game she will be benched for a portion of the next game. C. If a cheerleader has an excused absence at a practice prior to a game, the Advisor/Coach will determine if the cheerleader is properly prepared to participate at the next game. D. Any cheerleader who is tardy (or leaves early) to/from a practice, game, or event will be subject to squad disciplinary action. E. Injuries, if a cheerleader feels she is unable to participate in practice, game or event, a doctor's note will be required before resuming participation. Regardless of physical participation, all cheerleaders are required to attend all practices, games or events in designated uniform (by coach). -3- CAPTAINS/SQUAD LEADERS: A. Varsity Captains: 1. Start cheers and chants at games. 2. Work closely with the Advisors/Coaches in planning cheer activities and practices. 3. Act as liaison between Advisors/Coaches and Varsity cheerleaders and Junior Varsity Captains. 4. Call/Text squad members as directed by Advisors/Coaches. 5. Teach and lead dance routines when necessary. 6. Act as a role model to teammates. 7. Problems may, at the discretion of the Cheer Advisors, result in demotion of captainship. B. Junior Varsity Cheer Captains 1. Work with the Advisors/Coaches to organize Junior Varsity practices. 2. Start cheers and chants at games. 3. Act as liaison between the Advisors/Coaches and Junior Varsity cheerleaders. . 4. Call/Text squad members as directed by Advisors/Coaches. 5. Teach and lead dance routines when necessary. 6. Act as a role model to teammates. 7. Problems may, at the discretion of the Cheer Advisors, result in demotion of captainship. SUMMER CAMPS/SUMMER PRACTICES: 1. Camp will be held in AUGUST. 2. Each cheerleader must have a physical on file with the athletic trainer along with a signed Medical Release and Permission to Participate Form on file prior to leaving for camp. 3. The Advisors and/or Coaches will be present at camp. 4. Summer vacations should be taken: June 13, 2014 – July 27, 2014 5. If under very special circumstances (pre-approved by advisors) a cheerleader must miss practices before the start of school, the Advisors/Coaches will determine when that individual is prepared and able to safely participate with the rest of the squad at events. 6. It is up to each cheerleader to stay in shape and conditioned during the "off-season" in the summer/winter break. PRACTICES AND GAMES: 1. After School Practices 1. Cheerleaders will report appropriately dressed and ready to practice at the time designated by Advisors/Coaches. Practices will be approximately two hours and will be scheduled by Advisors/Coaches. WORK AND ALL PERSONAL BUSINESS, including doctor/dentist appointments, MUST BE SCHEDULED AROUND PRACTICE DAYS, or the absence will be UNEXCUSED. 2. Any anticipated absence from practice or events must be reported to the Advisor/Coach at least 24 hours prior to the absence. Jobs, appointments, etc must be arranged to avoid conflict with practice and events. Unexcused absences will result in sitting on the bench for a portion of the next game. 3. To be eligible to practice, squad members must attend at least four full periods of school that day (two full periods, on lab day). 4. All formations, music, and routines must be approved by the Coaches prior to the game. 2. Games 1. Varsity Cheerleaders must attend & cheer all Varsity football games, all Varsity Basketball games, CIF games, , and any other events as determined by Advisors/Coaches. 2. Junior Varsity will cheer at all Junior Varsity football games, all Junior Varsity Basketball games and any other events as determined by the Advisors/Coaches. Junior Varsity cheerleaders will attend the Varsity home football games through the third quarter. At the Varsity football games, the Junior Varsity will report to the Advisors/Coaches during the second quarter of the game, and will cheer during the third quarter of the game. Junior Varsity cheerleaders are to help with spirit during Varsity football games and any other events as determined by Advisors/Coaches. 3. Freshman cheerleaders on the Junior Varsity squad will cheer home Freshman football games and all the Junior Varsity football games, and Junior Varsity basketball games, and any other events as determined by the Advisors/Coaches. 4. Cheerleaders must check in with the Advisors and/or Coaches at the designated location, one hour before game time, unless otherwise specified. 5. When arriving to a game, cheerleaders will wear specified cheer attireand cheer shoes. 6. When cheering, the squad will wear the official uniform designated for that game or event. If any part of the uniform, including poms, or bow are missing, the cheerleader will not perform at the game. 7. All cheerleaders when not performing will sit in full uniform in the area designated by the Advisors/Coaches and will actively support the squad that is performing. 8. For away games, if a bus is provided, cheerleaders must ride to and from the game on the bus. The Advisors/Coaches must be contacted directly 48 hours prior to the game if this presents a problem, and it will be up to their discretion on how to handle the specific situation. 9. All cheerleaders who are benched/injured will sit in full uniform in the area designated by the Advisors/Coaches and actively support the squad that is performing. -4- EXPECTATIONS AND STANDARDS: A. Appearance 1. All parts of the uniform must be kept neat and clean. 2. Hair must be out of the face (no wispie's) and off the shoulders. HAIR MUST BE ARRANGED BEFORE ARRIVING AT THE GAME OR EVENT. NO GROOMING IS ALLOWED IN THE STANDS. 3. NO JEWELRY WILL BE ALLOWED at practice and/or games! No chains, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, watches, nose rings, earring plugs, or tongue piercings. LEAVE ALL JEWELRY AT HOME. If worn, you will be told to remove jewelry before you begin. Repeated requests to remove jewelry will result in disciplinary action. 4. If a belly button ring is worn, it must be taped down. 5. Make-up must look natural. 6. Hair and make-up should be done prior to performance. Do not apply make up or comb hair in public view. You are representing your school at all times. 7. Cheerleaders will arrive in full uniform prior to each event unless otherwise specified by Advisors/Coaches. NO SLIPPERS OR SANDALS OR BOOTS. 8. When in cheer attire, ALL tattoos should be removed or fully covered BY BANDAGE prior to practice, an event, game, or school. B. Attitude/Conduct 1. A cheerleader must be a willing worker and perform all duties, including conditioning, without complaining or indifference. 2. A cheerleader must work as a team member (WE NOT ME!) 3. Cheerleaders must be patient and helpful with each other at all times, and especially when learning new stunts. 4. A cheerleader must be willing to take constructive criticism, reprimands and suggestions with grace. 5. Cheerleaders must avoid derogatory conversation regarding RBHS, the Cheer program, the Advisors/Coaches, RBHS staff, students or other cheerleaders. Such negative behavior can result in removal from the squad. All constructive comments are welcome and should be communicated directly to the Advisors/Coaches independently. 6. No food or beverages (except water) are to be consumed while cheering. 7. No chewing gum at any time while cheering. This includes practice! (Safety issue) 8. No reference to alcohol or drugs on public domains (such as facebook/twitter/instagram) will be permitted and will result in suspension, parent conference, and/or removal from squad. 9. Any offense that involves law enforcement contact will result in parent conference, suspension, and/or removal from squad. 10. No P.D.A. (Public Display of Affection) at school, games, or any other events when in uniform. 11. AS AMBASSADORS OF THE SCHOOL YOU AGREE TO: NO SMOKING, DRINKING OF ALCOHOL OR USE OF DRUGS AT ANY TIME! Cheer squad members are advised to not attend student parties where alcohol, tobacco and other drugs may be present. 12. Problems with poor attitudes or poor conduct at any event whether it is school related or not, may result in suspension, parent conference, and/or removal from squad. UNIFORMS A. At no time will a cheerleader allow another student who is not an RBHS cheerleader to wear her uniform. This includes warm-ups and cheer apparel. B. ABSOLUTELY no PDA while in uniform. Cheerleaders will conduct themselves appropriately whether dressed in uniform or not. C. Uniform/Cheer bill must be paid in full by the date specified on the individual cost sheet handed out at tryouts. D. If a cheerleader quits the squad for any reason after uniforms have been ordered, she will be financially responsible for all items ordered, including camp expense. E. If a cheerleader loses any part of the uniform, she will not be allowed to participate until the item is replaced/re-purchased by cheerleader/parent. TRANSPORTATION: A. B. Cheerleaders will travel independently if there is no bus assigned by coaches/advisors. Cheerleaders must arrive at all events at least one hour before scheduled game/event, unless otherwise specified by Advisors/Coaches. RESPONSIBILITIES: A. A student who earns and accepts a cheerleader position is expected to complete a full term in that position. For current Seniors, a term does not end until after workshops and tryouts are held for the following year. For current Freshmen, B. C. Sophmores, and Juniors, a term does not end until the day prior to workshops begin. Any cheerleader not completing a full term or missing more than three games/mandated events will be ineligible for any award. This includes a Varsity letter. A student who has accepted a cheerleading position may not hold a position within or outside the school that would be in conflict with the duties and time requirements of a cheerleader. The rules and regulations of this constitution and the decisions of the Advisors, Coaches, Director of Activities, Athletic Director, and/or the Administration shall be final. -5- SUSPENSION/DISMISSAL: Problem Area First Occurrence Repeated Occurrences Unexcused tardy to an event/practice Subject to disciplinary action by coach/advisor, including suspension from games Removal from Squad Unexcused absence from event/practice Subject to disciplinary action by coach/advisor, including suspension from games Removal from Squad Unsatisfactory Citizenship or grades @ school, practice, or event Mandated Tutorial, Subject to disciplinary action by coach/advisor, probation or ineligibility Removal from Squad Attitude/Conduct Problem Subject to disciplinary action by coach/advisor, including suspension from games or immediate removal from squad Removal from Squad Website/Internet Activity (facebook, youtube, etc.) Subject to disciplinary action by coach/advisor, including suspension from games or immediate removal from squad Removal from Squad Ethics Code and/or Law Violation Subject to disciplinary action by coach/advisor, including suspension from games or immediate removal from squad Removal from Squad REVISIONS: A. This constitution will be reviewed each spring. B. The Advisors reserve the right to make decisions or deletions at any time to this Constitution with the permission of the Administration. If changes should occur in the Constitution, cheerleaders and their parents will be notified. Revised March 2014 cc: Principal David LeMaster RBHS Principal Asst. Principal Martin Casas-Garcia - RBHS Assistant Principal -6- RBHS CHEERLEADER CONTRACT 2014 - 2015 I have read the Cheerleading Constitution of Ranch Bernardo High School and understand the responsibilities of being a cheerleader. I agree to abide by these rules and regulations if selected as a cheerleader for the 2014-2015 school year. I will cooperate fully with the Advisors, Coaches and all persons and organizations concerned to promote school spirit and good sportsmanship at Rancho Bernardo High School. At all times, whether at school or away from school, I will conduct myself in a manner that best represents myself, the students, and the faculty at Rancho Bernardo High School. I,______________________, have read this contact, fully understand it, and agree to abide by its contents. I realize that if any rule is broken, I am in breach of this contract. Date: ____________________ Student Name (Print): ___________________________________ Student Name (Sign): ____________________________________ Parent/Legal Guardian (Print): _____________________________________ Parent/Legal Guardian (Sign): ______________________________________ Advisor's Signature: ___________________________________________ -7- PARENTAL PERMISSION Student to Participate in RBHS Cheerleading Clinics/Tryouts _______________________________________, (Student’s Name) Has our permission to tryout for cheerleading at Rancho Bernardo High School for the upcoming school year of 2014-2015. If selected, my student has permission to participate as a member of that squad for the year._______ (Initials) I have read the Cheerleading Constitution established for all cheerleading squads and understand the responsibilities of being a member. I will assist in every way to see that these rules and regulations are adhered to. _______(Initials) I understand that the school, Advisors, and coaches assume no financial obligations due to the expenses incurred by the cheerleading squads, including uniforms and camp. _______(Initials) I also understand that the school, Advisors, and coaches assume no responsibility for any accident or injury that might occur at school during practice or an event away from the school grounds at anytime, including travel. _______ (Initials) I do hereby give my consent for my child to be a member of the cheerleading squad of Rancho Bernardo High School. _______ (Initials) Date: _________________________________________ Parent/Legal Guardian Signature: _______________________________________________ Advisor’s Signature: ___________________________________________ -8- Cheerleader Checklist PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!!! Applications are due to the RBHS front office no later than Friday, April 11th @ 3 :30 pm. NO APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE DEADLINE. ALL CHEERLEADING APPLICANTS Distribute four Teacher Evaluation Forms (these forms are confidential), included in this packet as follows. Forms delivered with packet, via student or parent will be void. o One form to your 1st semester Math teacher o Second form to your 1st semester English teacher. o Third and Fourth forms to two additional teachers of your choice. Teachers are to turn in the completed evaluation forms directly to the RBHS Cheer Box in the workroom or send them to Valerie MacNeil (Cheer) @ RBHS via district mail by April 11th, 2014. IF YOU WERE A CHEERLEADER AT RBHS LAST YEAR, THE CHEER EVALUATION FORM FROM THE COACH WILL BE COMPLETED AND ATTACHED TO YOUR APPLICATION. ALL students must provide a current and completed physical and athletic packet (downloaded from the RBHS website) with the application no later than April 11, 2014 or applicant will be ineligible to participate in workshops and tryouts. (If you had a physical last year in June through the District, you are covered through tryouts.) Application, cheer contract, parent permission, completed physical and athletic packet, and a copy of your 1st Semester Report Card are due to the Rancho Bernardo High School front office, no later than 3:30 p.m. on April 11, 2014. No late packets will be accepted! Cheer Workshops are April 21, April 22, April 23, and April 24 from 6:30pm - 9:30 pm in the gym for all the cheerleader applicants. Workshops are closed to everyone except applicants who have applied and are trying out for cheer. No parents, friends, etc are allowed in or around the gym - POINTS WILL BE DEDUCTED! There is an INFORMATIONAL PARENT MEETING on Wednesday, April 23rd from 8:00 – 9:00p.m in the L.P.R.. Your student receives 10 points when parent(s) attend and sign in on the sheet provided. CHEER TRYOUTS will be held on Friday, April 25th, 2014 in the RBHS gym from 6:30-10:30 p.m. (Approx). Cheer tryouts are closed. No family, friends, etc. are allowed in or around the gym. JUDGING AND SCORES ARE CONFIDENTIAL Material for tryouts will be taught at cheer workshops. Notification of the cheer squads for the 2014-2015 school year will be Saturday, April 26th, 2014 at 3:00 pm. The list will be posted on the Administration window at RBHS. FIRST MEETING OF THE NEW SQUADS will be Tuesday, April 29th, 2013 in the MPR. We will be introducing Captains and going over calendars. All squads will meet from 3:30- 5:00. All cheerleaders should bring their first $400.00 donation payment to this meeting. Second donation payment of $300 will be due at Uniform Fittings,Thursday, May 1st. FIRST MANDATORY PARENT MEETING for ALL 2014-2015 CHEER PARENTS – April 29th from 78pm in the LPR. (If you do not come, your daughter will be removed from the squad.) UNIFORM FITTING – Thursday, May 1st CHEER CAMP – Held in AUGUST. Summer vacations should be taken from June 13, 2014 through July 27, 2014. Varsity 3-4pm, JV 4-5pm, -9- RANCHO BERNARDO HIGH SCHOOL CHEER 2014-2015 TEACHER EVALUATION FORM Students should fill in the blanks and give one to first semester MATH teacher, one to first semester ENGLISH teacher, and select two teachers of their choice. Name of Cheer Candidate: _______________________________________________________ First Semester Teacher: _______________________ Subject: MATH Dear Teachers: The student listed above is trying out to be a cheerleader at Rancho Bernardo High School. Since academics, attitude, personality and character are important to our cheerleading squad, I need your assistance. This rating will be an important part of the student's evaluation for a cheerleading position. Consider each individual category carefully before rating the student on the following scale. Unsatisfactory = 0; Poor = 1; Fair = 2; Satisfactory = 3; Good = 4; Excellent = 5 This information will remain CONFIDENTIAL. All candidates receive points from these evaluations. Your time and cooperation are greatly appreciated. RETURN THIS FORM: Attn: Valerie MacNeil RBHS Cheer Mailbox or via District Mail to RBHS, no later than April 11, 2014. Any evaluation forms returned by student/parent will be considered void. 1. Attitude toward school 0 1 2 3 4 5 2. Conduct in class 0 1 2 3 4 5 3. Quality of performance 0 1 2 3 4 5 4. Courtesy 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 (Citizenship, behavior) (To both faculty, staff, and students) 5. Maturity/judgment 6. Responsibility/Self Discipline (Preparation for practice/ games; wears proper attire) 7. Cooperation 0 1 2 3 4 5 8. Leadership Ability 0 1 2 3 4 5 9. Role Model (sets good example, respected 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 by others, has respect for school and property) 10. School Representative Additional Comments Appreciated (please use the back of this form) - 10 - ______________________________ Teacher’s Signature RANCHO BERNARDO HIGH SCHOOL CHEER 2014-2015 TEACHER EVALUATION FORM Students should fill in the blanks and give one to first semester MATH teacher, one to first semester ENGLISH teacher, and select two teachers of their choice. Name of Cheer Candidate: _______________________________________________________ First Semester Teacher: _______________________ Subject: ENGLISH Dear Teachers: The student listed above is trying out to be a cheerleader at Rancho Bernardo High School. Since academics, attitude, personality and character are important to our cheerleading squad, I need your assistance. This rating will be an important part of the student's evaluation for a cheerleading position. Consider each individual category carefully before rating the student on the following scale. Unsatisfactory = 0; Poor = 1; Fair = 2; Satisfactory = 3; Good = 4; Excellent = 5 This information will remain CONFIDENTIAL. All candidates receive points from these evaluations. Your time and cooperation are greatly appreciated. RETURN THIS FORM: Attn: Valerie MacNeil RBHS Cheer Mailbox or via District Mail to RBHS, no later than April 11, 2014. Any evaluation forms returned by student/parent will be considered void. 1. Attitude toward school 0 1 2 3 4 5 2. Conduct in class 0 1 2 3 4 5 3. Quality of performance 0 1 2 3 4 5 4. Courtesy 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 (Citizenship, behavior) (To both faculty, staff, and students) 5. Maturity/judgment 6. Responsibility/Self Discipline (Preparation for practice/ games; wears proper attire) 7. Cooperation 0 1 2 3 4 5 8. Leadership Ability 0 1 2 3 4 5 9. Role Model (sets good example, respected 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 by others, has respect for school and property) 10. School Representative Additional Comments Appreciated (please use the back of this form) - 11 - ______________________________ Teacher’s Signature RANCHO BERNARDO HIGH SCHOOL CHEER 2014-2015 TEACHER EVALUATION FORM Students should fill in the blanks and give one to first semester MATH teacher, one to first semester ENGLISH teacher, and select two teachers of their choice. Name of Cheer Candidate: _______________________________________________________ First Semester Teacher: _______________________ Subject: __________________________ Dear Teachers: The student listed above is trying out to be a cheerleader at Rancho Bernardo High School. Since academics, attitude, personality and character are important to our cheerleading squad, I need your assistance. This rating will be an important part of the student's evaluation for a cheerleading position. Consider each individual category carefully before rating the student on the following scale. Unsatisfactory = 0; Poor = 1; Fair = 2; Satisfactory = 3; Good = 4; Excellent = 5 This information will remain CONFIDENTIAL. All candidates receive points from these evaluations. Your time and cooperation are greatly appreciated. RETURN THIS FORM: Attn: Valerie MacNeil RBHS Cheer Mailbox or via District Mail to RBHS, no later than April 11, 2014. Any evaluation forms returned by student/parent will be considered void. 1. Attitude toward school 0 1 2 3 4 5 2. Conduct in class 0 1 2 3 4 5 3. Quality of performance 0 1 2 3 4 5 4. Courtesy 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 (Citizenship, behavior) (To both faculty, staff, and students) 5. Maturity/judgment 6. Responsibility/Self Discipline (Preparation for practice/ games; wears proper attire) 7. Cooperation 0 1 2 3 4 5 8. Leadership Ability 0 1 2 3 4 5 9. Role Model (sets good example, respected 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 by others, has respect for school and property) 10. School Representative Additional Comments Appreciated (please use the back of this form) - 12 - ______________________________ Teacher’s Signature RANCHO BERNARDO HIGH SCHOOL CHEER 2014-2015 TEACHER EVALUATION FORM Students should fill in the blanks and give one to first semester MATH teacher, one to first semester ENGLISH teacher, and select two teachers of their choice. Name of Cheer Candidate: _______________________________________________________ First Semester Teacher: _______________________ Subject: __________________________ Dear Teachers: The student listed above is trying out to be a cheerleader at Rancho Bernardo High School. Since academics, attitude, personality and character are important to our cheerleading squad, I need your assistance. This rating will be an important part of the student's evaluation for a cheerleading position. Consider each individual category carefully before rating the student on the following scale. Unsatisfactory = 0; Poor = 1; Fair = 2; Satisfactory = 3; Good = 4; Excellent = 5 This information will remain CONFIDENTIAL. All candidates receive points from these evaluations. Your time and cooperation are greatly appreciated. RETURN THIS FORM: Attn: Valerie MacNeil RBHS Cheer Mailbox or via District Mail to RBHS, no later than April 11, 2014. Any evaluation forms returned by student/parent will be considered void. 1. Attitude toward school 0 1 2 3 4 5 2. Conduct in class 0 1 2 3 4 5 3. Quality of performance 0 1 2 3 4 5 4. Courtesy 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 (Citizenship, behavior) (To both faculty, staff, and students) 5. Maturity/judgment 6. Responsibility/Self Discipline (Preparation for practice/ games; wears proper attire) 7. Cooperation 0 1 2 3 4 5 8. Leadership Ability 0 1 2 3 4 5 9. Role Model (sets good example, respected 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 1 2 3 4 5 by others, has respect for school and property) 10. School Representative Additional Comments Appreciated (please use the back of this form) - 13 - ______________________________ Teacher’s Signature