CEDAR PARK HIGH SCHOOL CELEBRITIES & EMERALDS DANCE TEAM TRYOUT INFORMATION 2017-2018

LEANDER ISD CEDAR PARK HIGH SCHOOL 2150 CYPRESS CREEK ROAD CEDAR PARK TEXAS 78613 512-570-1265 Cedar Park High School

CELEBRITY AND EMERALD AUDITION To Do: Attend Meeting about Tryouts Read through the LISD Dance Team Handbook and Application Process Fill out Forms Completely Did you attach a current picture? Did you attach a current report card? Did you write a short paragraph? Manager Candidates: Did you attach a letter of recommendation? Did you and your parent sign all forms? Applications are due no later than 9 am on Wednesday November 30 to Ms. Danielson, Mrs. Steedley or Mrs. Vaughn

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Audition Clinic: 2 day Clinic will be held, Tuesday December 6th and Wednesday December 7th from 4:30pm6:00pm (students will warm up and stretch on their own till 4:30pm). Optional Practice Thursday December 8th 7:45am-8:30am Clinic will be in the CPHS Dance Studio. Each candidate will learn a dance that could include kick, hip hop, contemporary and jazz styles. All Candidates should wear all black and jazz shoes or foot paws during the clinic. Hair must be pulled back in a ponytail or bun. No gum or jewelry during the clinic or tryout. Candidates must attend all days of the clinic to be eligible for tryouts.

II. Tryouts: Thursday December 8th in the CPHS Dance Studio. Students should get dressed and stretch immediately after school. Judges’ selection will be based on overall coordination, style, jazz technique, high kick technique, flexibility, extension, strength, endurance, projection, memory, and overall performance. All Candidates will perform the dance in groups of 3 or 4 and show right and left splits. Each candidate will wear a number during the tryout. Remember to bring extra safety pins to auditions. Hair needs to be pulled back in a ponytail or bun with all whispies firmly secured with hair clips and hairspray. Students will wear all black- black tank top or leotard, black hot shorts, tan tights, jazz shoes or foot paws. Students should also wear performance make up with red lip stick. The tryouts are closed to the public. The only people allowed in the tryouts are the judges, the directors, any administrators, and the Senior Celebrity helpers. Emerald Candidates will go before Celebrity Candidates. Candidates will be dismissed by the directors.

III. Call Backs: The judges may request to call back any candidates they wish to see again for another performance of any part of the audition process. Call Backs will immediately follow the last group of candidates. Do not leave the audition area until all call backs are complete and the directors have officially dismissed you. IV. After Auditions The final list of 2017-2018 Celebrities and 2017 Emeralds will be posted on the Celebrities website: www.CPHSCelebrities.org approximately 1 hour after all candidates have been dismissed. There will be a short information breakfast meeting for all members of the 2017-2018 Celebrities and all members of the 2017 Emeralds on Monday December 12th at 8:00 am. You will receive more information about 2nd semester, expectations, dates, and a few pictures will be taken. V. Rising Stars- Celebrities in Training Second Semester In the spring, all Rising Stars will be in the same class period. The Rising Stars will work on technique, prepare for their spring show performance, and learn several of the traditional Celebrity routines. VI. Emeralds In the spring – Emeralds that are 8th graders will complete their year with their current teams and after spring break they will learn a dance to perform in spring show. Emeralds that are current HS students will be in enrolled in a dance class if they are not currently. Emeralds will work on technique and prepare for their spring show performance. VII. Facts about Trying out for Celebrities and Emeralds There is no set number of candidates that will make Celebrities or Emeralds each year. An “A” in dance class does not guarantee you will make the team. Grade classification does not affect tryouts, skill does.

Audition Skill Checklist The following is a list of elements that could be in the audition routines. These are the skills you need to focus on to prepare for auditions: Turns Pirouettes, chaines, piques, inside pirouettes ** Correct technique is important: spotting, use of releve, passé placement and turnout.) Leaps Jete, Calypso, Russian (leap in 2nd) ** correct technique is important: extended toes, ankles and knees, height, flexibility. Kicks Kicks should be well above shoulder height, with straight knees and pointed ankles and toes and kicking to the center/nose of the body. Work on stamina, strength, and endurance. Stretch and kick everyday between now and tryouts. Splits Right and Left with correct alignment **square hips and pointed feet. Physical Fitness We suggest stretching and conditioning your body every day.

LISD Dance Team Audition Application

Celebrity, Emerald and Manager Application Student Information Student’ Name: Student’s ID#: Street Address: City: Zip: Student’s Phone #: Date of Birth: Grade for 2017-2018: Student’s School E-mail: Current Team Member: Number of years Dance Experience: Celebrity Emerald Cadet or other Student’s Doctor: Doctor’s Phone: Are you interested in being a Celebrity Manager? YES or NO Manager applicants please summit a Letter of Recommendation from an Adult. Mother’s Information Mother’s Name: E-Mail: Street Address(if different): Best Phone #:

City: Work Phone #:

Father’s Information Father’s Name: E-Mail: Street Address(if different): City: Best Phone #: Work Phone #: Write a paragraph describing the qualities of the Cedar Park HS Dance Teams and what of those qualities do you see in yourself:

Student and Parent Agreement Form PRINT: Student’s Last Name

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STUDENT SECTION I have read the guidelines and understand the requirements for participation in the Dance Team. I also understand the dedication and time it takes to be involved in the Dance Team. I intend to devote the time needed to make the Dance Team a success if I am selected. I am aware that the decision of the judges is final. I have read and understand the Leander ISD Dance Team Guidelines and District Handbook. My signature below signifies that I have read and agree to abide by all published guidelines and that I am not presently on probation for any law violation that will continue past the date of scheduled auditions. I agree to abide by these regulations if I am selected for the Dance Team. _____________________________________________ Student Signature

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PARENT/GUARDIAN SECTION My child and I have discussed the responsibilities of being a member of the Dance Team, such as cost, time involved, physical requirements, and performance requirements. I understand his/her obligations and responsibilities as a member and I will help him/her in his/her assignment for the entire year. I give permission for his/her participation in auditions and understand as well as agree that the decision of the judges will be final. After attending the parent meeting, and reading the Dance Team audition packet carefully, I give my permission: A. For my child to participate in the Dance Program. B. For a Leander ISD representative to represent me before any medical institute where it may be necessary to send my child while he/she is under its care. C. For a Leander ISD representative to give, in my name, the necessary authorization for surgery in case of an emergency, when medical authorities deem it indispensable, and all attempts have been made to contact the parents and/or designated emergency contact person. D. For a Leander ISD representative to represent me while my child is under its supervision. I have read and understand the Leander ISD Dance Team Guidelines and District Handbook. I give my child permission to participate in Dance Team auditions. I have discussed the requirements, responsibilities, and rules with my child. I agree to support and uphold these Dance Team Regulations if my son/daughter is selected as a member of the Dance Team. ____________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature

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Dance Team Release Form Trip Authorization We (I), the undersigned parent(s) or guardian(s) of: __________________________________________ Give our permission for travel and participation in all school trips to be taken for the Spring 2017- Spring 2018 School year designated as a function of the Celebrities & Emeralds Dance Team. It is understood that neither the Leander Independent School District, nor any of its trustees, officers, employees, or organization sponsors are liable for any accident or injuries that may occur to the above named student as a result of any aspect of his/her participation on this trip. I acknowledge that in case of an emergency, illness, or accident an attempt will be made to reach the emergency contact people I have listed. However, if no one can be reached, I authorize the school officials to take whatever action is deemed necessary in their judgment, for the health of my child. I will be responsible for any cost in the event my child must be transported by ambulance. This form will be in effect as of January 2017 through June 2018 or till she graduates, to be legal for all functions occurring between these dates. Both parents must sign if student lives with both parents. Student Signature ________________________________________________ Date _________________ Parent/Guardian Signature _________________________________________ Date _________________ Parent/Guardian Signature _________________________________________ Date _________________

Information and Photo Release INITIAL ONE: ________ I agree to have my child’s name, picture and personal information published in the Celebrity Directory for team/ organization purposes only. ________ I do not want my child’s name, picture and personal information published in the Celebrity Directory for team/ organization purposes only. INITIAL ONE: ________ I hereby give the Cedar Park Celebrity Dance Team the right to publish my son/daughter’s picture for newsworthy information or advertisement. ________ I do not give the Cedar Park Celebrity Dance Team the right to publish my son/daughter’s picture for newsworthy information or advertisement.

Parent/Guardian Signature _________________________________________ Date _________________

Leander ISD Medication Consent (2017-2018 / CPHS DANCE TEAM) Please provide the following information to be kept on file and keep the information up-to-date as needed. Student Name: ______________________________________________

List any known drug/food allergies: ____________________________________________________________________________ List medical conditions (asthma, contacts, etc.): _____________________________________________________________________________ Non-Prescription / Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medication Authorization If available, a First Aid kit, with approved OTC items, may be provided for minor ailments. ____ (initial) I do not give consent to staff to administer any non-prescription medication to my student. ____ (initial) I give consent to staff to administer non-prescription medications to my student as initialed below: Please initial each medication that can be administered: _______ Acetaminophen Lozenges _______ Antacids

_______ Ibuprofen _______ Antihistamine/Decongestant

_______ Anti-Diarrheal

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______ Sore Throat

_______ Menstrual Pain Reliever

I hereby certify that my student has no known drug allergies ________ (initial). Prescription Authorization I request that LISD staff administer medication/s listed below to my student according to the physician’s instructions. I agree to furnish an adequate amount of medication in the original container at the time of travel. Medication/s: ________________________________ ________________________________

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Note: Medications may be updated/added at the time of travel and additional forms may be attached as needed. Medications will be administered according to the physician’s instruction on original container. Parent/Guardian Signature _____________________________________________________________ Phone (W) _________________________________

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2nd Emergency Contact Name ___________________________________________________________ Phone (W) _________________________________

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Note: Under the Texas Tort Claims Act school districts have governmental immunity and are not liable for injuries that are not a direct result of negligent operation or use of a motor vehicle.

CPHS Celebrities and Emeralds Payment Schedule 2017 Contract As a team, the Celebrities have expenses ranging from $50k to $100k per year that the Celebrity Booster Club helps raise funds for. Fundraised money does not include many extras where the financial responsibility lies with the parent or legal guardian. Each dancer has an obligation to purchase her required dance attire (apparel, shoes, accessories, & make-up) along with other fees associated with a dance team. As a parent or legal guardian you are responsible to keep your dancer’s fees paid in full. The fees listed below are for required dance attire, line camp and Booster Club Dues for the Celebrities and Emeralds. . Please note that these are estimated costs and you may receive a credit or owe more money as the school year progresses.

Celebrities (Rising Stars)     

$200.00 due in February $200.00 due in March $200.00 due in April $200.00 due in May $Balance due before the last day of School $200 due with Booster Club Membership Form at August Booster Club Meeting (hospitality fee)

  Celebrities (Returning Members & Managers)    

$200.00 due in April $200.00 due in May $Balance due before the last day of School $200 due with Booster Club Membership Form at August Booster Club Meeting (hospitality fee)

Emeralds    

$200.00 due in February $200.00 due in March $Balance due before the last day of School $50 Booster Club Administration Fee due at the August Booster Club Meeting (hospitality fee)

All payments must be made in the form of a check or money order payable to CPHS Celebrities Boosters and must include your driver’s license number and telephone number and your daughter’s name. You may also use PayPal on the Celebrities website for a small convenience fee. Payments are due on Booster Club meeting nights and should be brought to the meeting or mailed to the CPHS Celebrities Boosters. Payments are expected to be made on Booster Club meeting days unless otherwise listed. Late payments may prevent students from participating in an event, receiving apparel, or gifts provided or your check being deposited late. You may also incur interest charges or higher pricing if these items are not paid in advance and ordered in bulk. Order forms and a fitting will happen in February/March for you to see exactly what your daughter will be ordering. There is a $35 charge for any returned checks.

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Special Note: When placing orders, custom items may not be cancelled or changed. Therefore, any payment you have made toward a purchase is non-refundable.

I have read the payment schedule above and agree to all the terms listed.

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