MELBOURNE CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

STINGERS DANCE TEAM TRYOUT PACKET 2016-2017

Dear prospective Dance Team member, I look forward to seeing you at the clinic and tryout. The clinic dates are Monday, May 2 through Thursday, May 5, 2016 from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. for all students who want to tryout. You are encouraged to attend the clinic for the full amount of time since the clinic instructors will teach you all the skills you will need to know for the tryout. If there is a conflict, please notify the coach immediately. The closed formal tryout date will be Friday, May 6, 2016 from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. or until everyone has completed the tryout. Final team selections will be made after the tryouts have concluded. Results will be posted outside of the gymnasium entrance one hour after the conclusion of tryouts. During the clinic you will be taught a dance that contains aspects of Jazz, Pom, Kick, and Hip-Hop, along with a sideline routine. Your ability to execute jumps, leaps, turns, motions, and display flexibility while having a positive attitude, work ethic, and willingness to work with others will also be evaluated during the tryout. Dance/athletic shoes and appropriate clothing must be worn for both the clinic and tryout. No jewelry of any kind should be worn and hair should be appropriately pulled back. You may start signing up and turning in the required documents at 4:30 p.m. on Monday May 2, 2016. We will meet in the MCC Media Center for a brief informational meeting. Please note that by the first day of the clinic you must have all of the following papers turned in. No one will be allowed to take part in the clinic or tryout without all the necessary forms completed.    

Signed Stinger Dance Team General Information and Expectations Completed Stinger Dance Team Information Sheet Completed Dancer Questionnaire Completed Physical, Consent and Concussion & Heat Related Illness Forms – EL2, EL3, EL3CH, EL3CH Addendum (located on MCC website under Athletics)

All of the attached guidelines and information should be read carefully before the clinic and tryouts. Please consider all of the time and financial commitments that will be required. I would like to wish you the best of luck and look forward to seeing you at the clinic and tryout. Sincerely, Ashley Dobson Melbourne Central Catholic High School Stinger Dance Team Coach [email protected]

STINGER DANCE TEAM GENERAL INFORMATION AND EXPECTATIONS Please review the information below as it deals with general expectations that dance team members will follow if selected for the team. 1. Dancer must be an enrolled Melbourne Central Catholic High School student of the 2016-2017 school year to be eligible to attend and tryout for the Stingers Dance Team. 2. Prospective dance team members are encouraged to attend all five days of tryouts at Melbourne Central Catholic High School. If you anticipate any problems with attending tryouts, please contact the coach immediately. 3. Once the team has been selected, a dancer and parent meeting will be held, which will include reviewing team guidelines, expectations, and responsibilities. This meeting will be held on Saturday May 7, 2016 at 8:45 a.m. at Melbourne Central Catholic High School in the Media Center. Please bring your checkbook, as camp deposit, pay-to-play, and practice wear payment will need to be made. 4. The dance team is scheduled to practice at least three days per week for two hours, M/W/F. Dates and times may change due to competitions and gym availability. 5. Dancers are expected to attend all home and selected away football and basketball games. Dates will be announced as schedules are released. 6. Dancers are expected to attend all performances and competitions that the team is involved in. Dates will be announced as performances and competitions become available. 7. Dancers will be expected to replace any lost or damaged uniforms/equipment that belongs to the team. 8. Dancers will be responsible for purchasing personal items such as shoes, tights, practice wear, shorts, t-shirts, bows, etc. (personal items they will keep). 9. Dancers must meet all academic and conduct requirements for athletes. 10. Dancers must provide their own transportation to practices and games unless otherwise instructed by the coach. Coaches are not responsible for transportation and parents should be on time to pick up dancers from practices and events. I have read and accept the expectations listed above and I give permission for my child to participate in the MCC Stingers Dance Team tryouts. Name of student: __________________________________________________________________ Signature of parent: _________________________________________ Date: __________________ As a potential member of the Stinger Dance Team, I have read and understand the guidelines and expectations listed above and accept them as general guidelines I will follow. Name of student: __________________________________________________________________ Signature of student: ________________________________________ Date: __________________

STINGER DANCE TEAM INFORMATION SHEET Name: _________________________________________ DOB: ___________ Age: ________ Grade Entering Fall 2016: _______________

T-shirt size: __________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________________ City: _______________________________ State: ________________ Zip Code: __________ Parent/Guardian Name: ________________________________________________________ Primary Parent Email: _________________________________________________________ Parent Cell: _______________________________________ Dancer Email: _____________________________________ Dancer Cell: ________________ Emergency Contact other than parent: _____________________ Phone: ________________ Medical Conditions/Allergies: ____________________________________________________ Physician’s Name: ______________________________________ Phone: ________________

I give permission for my child/ren to fully participate in any 2016-2017 Melbourne Central Catholic High School Stingers Dance Team activity (including, but not limited to, tryouts, practices, summer camp, overnight retreat(s), football games and other athletic events, parades, performances, in and out of state/county competitions, fundraisers, and any other event which could constitute as a team function). I release Melbourne Central Catholic High School, Melbourne Central Catholic High School Stingers Dance Team, Coach Ashley Dobson, and any other individuals involved from liability in case of accident during activities related to participation in this organization/team, as long as normal safety procedures have been taken. By also signing and agreeing to the above, I acknowledge and if asked to verify will provide proof that my child/ren is an enrolled Melbourne Central Catholic student(s) of the 2016-2017 school year. Parent/Guardian Signature: __________________________________ Date: ________________ Participant’s Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ________________

DANCER QUESTIONNAIRE Please fill out to the best of your ability and honestly. The below information will help with team placement consideration. Use back side of paper if needed.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE: What (circle all that apply):

Dance

Cheer

Gymnastics

Other: ______________

How many years: ___________________ Where: ___________________________________ Awards/Personal Achievements: _________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Do you plan on continuing during the dance season? (Circle) Yes

No

If yes, how do you plan to manage your time between both? __________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________

EDUCATION/EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: GPA for the 2015-2016 school year: ________ Are you currently a member of any club, organization, or team requiring extra practice time? (Circle) YES NO If so, please list and include dates and times of extra practice: _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ List any honors you have received in school: ______________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Please list any other obligations that may interfere with being a part of the team: _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________

Please share why you would be an asset to the team: ________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Please list your goals for being on the team during the 2016-2017 year: ________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Any additional comments: ______________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________

Name of student: __________________________________________________________________ Signature of student: ________________________________________ Date: __________________