Green Valley High School Cheerleader Constitution
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2019-2020
Green Valley High School Cheerleader Constitution
PURPOSE
Being a cheerleader is an honor and privilege, not a right. Cheerleaders exist to promote good
sportsmanship, good citizenship, and enthusiastic school spirit and are first and foremost
representatives of their school. Cheerleaders should exemplify both individual and group
behavior suitable to their position and in accordance with the rules as stated in the GVHS
Student Code of Conduct. Members of these groups have a fundamental responsibility to play a
leadership role in building teamwork and helping the school achieve its goals and objectives.
Because of these responsibilities, members of the cheerleading squad will be expected to
maintain a higher standard of behavior both on and off campus and academic achievement
than that of their peers.
OBJECTIVES
Cheerleaders are expected to be physically and mentally skilled in learning and remembering
cheers. They are also expected to be able to publicly demonstrate a skill level suitable for the
team position and the timing necessary for group performance. Off the field, they are to
enthusiastically support all athletic teams through advertisement, personal attitude, and
attendance at events chosen by the coach and approved by the principal.
Junior Varsity Coach: Chelsea Calantoni, chelseacalantoni@gmail.com
Varsity Coach: Bailey Perryman, perryb1@nv.ccsd.net
1Expectations and Standards
Section 1: Conduct
A Cheerleader’s conduct must be above reproach at all times: both during and after school
hours, at school, at home, or in public.
Section 2: Grades
The Cheerleaders represent Green Valley High School and are expected to reflect honor and
credit to their school by their actions and attitudes. All Cheerleaders will remain on a three-
week eligibility roster throughout the fall and winter season. A cheerleader must maintain a 2.0
quarter G.P.A. (unweighted on a 4.0 scale), as well as have no Fs or Us, to remain eligible for
participation.
Section 3: Reputation
By being a part of the cheer team, you are accepting the fact that your actions are more
prominent than those not associated with such an activity. Because of this, exemplary attitude,
behavior, and appearance are mandatory at all times. Cheerleaders are expected to show
maturity and sound judgment in class and all other activities. Any report of classroom
misbehavior will result in the cheerleader being benched at the coach’s discretion.
Remember you are representing Green Valley High School at all times.
Section 4: Respect
All members must cooperate with the authority of the administration, coaches, captain, co-
captains, and officials to the fullest extent. Any insubordination will result in the cheerleader
being removed or benched at the coach’s discretion. We will not tolerate any disrespect on this
cheer team.
Section 5: Practice Expectations
Cheerleaders must be available for all practices. Cheerleaders are required to practice during
the summer prior to summer camp. During football and basketball seasons, practice may be
held five days a week, and also on Saturdays. If a cheerleader misses practice for a doctor or
dentist appointment, a note must be presented from the doctor/dental office and must be
presented to the coach two weeks in advance. Missing practice may result in benched time or
removal from a performance.
Section 6: Transportation
Cheerleaders must provide their own transportation to and from games and practices. In the
event that the school provides transportation for an event, cheerleaders are required to travel
to and from the event as a team. If being picked up, the cheerleader must be picked up no late
than 5 minutes after the event/practice has ended.
2Commitment
Section 1: Duration
Cheer members will serve from the day of selection through the last day of school the following
academic year.
Section 2: Commitment Expectations
Cheerleaders represent Green Valley High School at all times.
Cheerleading is a year-round commitment that requires devotion of time and effort. It is an
honor that requires commitment, hard work, and dedication.
Green Valley High School cheer commitments must come before other obligations such as jobs,
driver education, outside cheer teams, clubs, etc.
Outside commitments will not be considered a reason to miss cheer events. Absences related
to outside commitments will receive consequences according to discipline guidelines.
Each member will be required to be at cheer practice. Practice activities will consist of, but not
be limited to, conditioning, preparation for events, community service, tumbling, jumps, and
stunting. Physical conditioning may include, but is not limited to, running, weight training, push-
ups, crunches, etc.
Coaches may require supplies for cheer practice including, but not limited to, markers, poster
board, streamers, tape, etc. With the success of our sports teams, additional supplies may be
required.
Section 3: Camp
Each cheerleader must attend summer camp to remain eligible for the squad. Each cheerleader
must attend the mandatory practices prior to school cheer camp. If any cheerleader misses one
or more of these practices he/she will be removed from the squad and an alternate will replace
him/her. Please plan your summer vacations accordingly.
Expenses and Fundraising
Section 1: Obligations
The cheerleaders will be provided with financial obligations in the tryout information packet.
Section 2: Payments
Cheer members must be current with their payment schedule. Not being current may result in bench
time. In the event that a cheer account is not current, suspension from the team may occur. In that case,
the cheer member will still be responsible for the amount owed to the cheer program. If the payment is
3not successful, the cheerleader will receive a fine from the school banker that can result in the
cheerleader not participating in graduation.
Section 3: Fundraising
Money may be raised by fundraising projects. Any balance not raised by the group can be raised or
donated by the cheerleader. All fundraising projects are at the discretion of the coaches.
Section 4: Refunds
If a member is declared ineligible, injured, being disciplined, dismissed or resigns from the team, the
member is still responsible for all fees.
REFUNDS WILL NOT BE GIVEN.
Safety
Because of the increased athleticism of today’s cheerleaders and the complexity of some stunts
performed, there is a risk, as in any athletic endeavor, of serious injury.
Section 1: Physical Clearance
All participants must have a current physical form and athletic packet on file prior to
participation. If at any time throughout the season a cheerleader becomes injured and is not
able to participate in practices, performances, or conditioning, a doctor must clear them before
returning to activity. A formal doctor’s note must be provided with specific clearance
information and date.
All cheerleaders must complete a Register My Athlete profile for cheer. The team must attend
the Green Valley Physical night which is held on May 16th. Each cheerleader is required to pay
the $45 athletic fee for the physical and sports packet. Every cheerleader must have both RMA
and the physical complete by May 17th.
Section 2: Stunting/Tumbling Safety
All participants must be trained and qualified for proper landing and spotting techniques before
they are allowed to stunt and/or tumble. All participants must go through proper stunt and
tumbling progressions. No tumbling or building of stunts is permitted unless a cheer coach is
present.
No horseplay, laughing or general socializing will be permitted during any stunt/practice
session. Absolutely no jewelry will be worn during practices, games, or events, including body
piercings. Also, all hair must be up and out of the face during all practices, performances,
events, etc. Absolutely no acrylic nails! You may get them for homecoming and/or prom but
4they must be removed a week after each event.
Green Valley High School Cheer is not responsible for any medical bills that may occur during
the season.
Duties and Responsibilities
Section 1: Roles
A Green Valley High School cheer member takes on the role of a respectful and disciplined
athlete who should model appropriate behavior for her/his peers at all times—in school, after
school, and in the community. This is a very visual position. Along with this position comes a
great deal of responsibility; cheerleaders display a good work ethic and a spirit of cooperation
with parents, coaches, other cheerleaders, and other students. Each squad member will be held
to these high standards in and out of school. Cheer coaches will determine discipline should
infractions occur. This expectation begins the day the member becomes part of the Green
Valley High School cheer program.
Section 2: Ineligibility
Cheerleaders who are ineligible may still be required to practice. Any cheerleader who becomes
ineligible will not be allowed to perform or travel with the squad for the term of the ineligibility.
The coaches will determine if the cheerleader is required to attend an event without
participation.
Section 3: Attendance
Attendance at all games and cheer events are mandatory. This includes but is not limited to
practices, fundraising activities, appearances, competitions, and assemblies.
Planned absences to a game/event/practice/etc. should be requested via email at least two
weeks in advance. Coaches will determine if it will be excused. Inappropriate notification will
result in a demerit.
Students who are ill should notify the coach as soon as possible. The cheerleader must notice
the coaches if they will be absent due to illness.
All cheer members are required to attend summer camp, summer practices, and any
fundraisers or team activities that are set for the teams in the summer. Cheer members not
attending these events are subject to dismissal from the squad.
Section 4: Physical Demands
Cheerleading is an athletic endeavor. Students must possess the following capabilities
necessary for performing the essential functions of a cheerleader:
Clear diction, vocal strength, rhythm and coordination
Physical skills that may involve jumps, balance, agility, and upper/lower body strength
5 Stamina to endure these physical activities through the duration of games and events
Ability to perform routines in both indoor and outdoor settings, in hot and cold weather
In order to maintain the physical endurance needed to be a strong cheerleader, the athletes will be
expected to complete an 8-minute mile weekly. Failure to meet these requirements will result in benched
time.
Section 5: Practice
The cheer coaches, prior to the last day of school, will determine mandatory summer practices and
camp dates and communicate that information to cheerleaders and post it on the cheer website and/or
group me.
Practice may be held before and/or after school and when needed on the weekend.
All practices are closed to the public. No cell phones are to be used during practice.
Participants must attend all practices in order to perform at an event (game, pep rally, assembly,
competition, etc.) Members will be held accountable for both excused and unexcused absences, and
may be removed from any performance by the coach.
Any tardiness may have disciplinary consequences such demerits, additional workouts, and/or removal
from a particular performance.
Section 6: Appearance
The cheerleaders are required to check in before each event/game before school starts so coach can
make sure everyone is in the proper attire. Also, you must not look like you just rolled out of bed.
Cheerleaders need to look presentable while in their uniform or while wearing anything representing
Green Valley. If a cheerleader fails to report to me before school, they shall be benched for that day’s
performance.
Demerits/Benching
Coaches may remove cheerleaders from the team due to excessive demerits, low grade in the class, or
other issues that may arise.
Examples: late to practices/performances, grade ineligibility, etc.
Section 1: Benching
Benched time: The cheerleader will sit with the coach during the game. The Cheerleader will be required
to wear the GVHS cheer uniform. The coach will determine benched time. There will be no socializing,
cell phones, iPods, etc. allowed while a cheerleader is benched.
Section 2: Demerits
A maximum of 10 demerits are allowed in order to stay in the cheer program up until the final day of the
cheer season.
If a cheerleader reaches 10 demerits, he/she will be removed from the squad and will not be eligible to
try out the following year.
61. Attendance
a. Unexcused absence from a game, performance, or event= 3 demerits
b. Unexcused absence from a practice= 1 demerit
i. Notification on the day of results in an extra demerit.
2. Tardiness
a. 0-15 minutes= 1 demerit, benched first quarter
b. 15-30 minutes= 2 demerits, benched first half
c. 30+ minutes= 3 demerits, benched entire game/performance
3. Responsibility
a. Missing items; example: poms = 1 demerit
b. Failure to notify about miss payment= 1 demerit
c. Failure to complete fundraiser= 1 demerit
4. Grades
a. If a cheerleader has a D during grade checks, student will receive 1 demerit.
b. If a cheerleader has an F during grade checks, student will receive 2 demerits.
5. Miscellaneous
a. Wearing jewelry at a practice/event= 1 demerit
b. Being insubordinate= 1 demerit
c. Uncooperative behavior or attitude towards coaches and/or team members will result in 1
demerit, each occurrence.
d. Failure to wear the wrong practice clothes= 1 demerit
e. On your cell phone at practice= 1 demerit
f. Failure to wear proper uniform= 2 demerits.
Section 3: Captain Demerits
If a captain receives 5 demerits, they will no longer remain captain. If the captain title is removed, that
person may no longer qualify as captain in upcoming years. Captains earn the same demerits as every
other member; there are no special/separate demerits for captains.
Incentives
The purpose of having incentives is to recognize and reward the team members who portray exemplary
conduct as a cheerleader. The coaches can decide when to offer an incentive towards something. A few
examples may be:
Cheerleader of the Month/Week
Best Stunt Group of the Month/Week
Best Skill
Top Sales-Cheerleader
We want to award the cheerleaders that go above and beyond. Prizes may include a mile run pass,
exclusion pass for a team punishment, a demerit pass.. etc.
7Dismissal from squad
Section 1: Suspension/Removal
The Coach, with the approval of the Activity Administrator, may suspend for any length of time, or drop
permanently, any member from the cheerleading squad for the following conduct, which occurs at any
place or time:
A. Engaging in any act or deed that harms the reputation of the school or the squad.
B. Violating CCSD, NIAA, and/or GVHS Policies, regulations, and procedures
C. Smoking, drinking of alcoholic beverages, or using drugs.
D. Failing to maintain a 2.0-quarter G.P.A. on an unweighted scale of 4.0.
E. Wearing improper attire at school or school-related events.
F. Engaging in undesirable behavior as reported by any school official.
G. Maintaining an unkempt appearance.
H. Using undesirable language or gestures.
I. Improper participation at any time: practices, events, functions, etc.
J. Disrespecting the Coach, Captain, Co-Captains, or School Staff.
K. Participating in unsportsmanlike behavior.
L. Failing to perform duties.
M. Failing to attend scheduled events, practices, or meetings.
Any other valid reason not mentioned here, but determined by school officials to be inappropriate
behaviors or actions as defined by Clark County School District and/or Green Valley High School policies
and regulations.
Section 2: Internet Policy
Cheerleaders should not have inappropriate photographs, language, or other undesirable objects
associated with them on the Internet. Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, Instagram, Finsta, Snapchat, Blogs,
etc. are expected to be age appropriate and should positively reflect Green Valley High School and the
Cheerleading team. Any post, picture, etc. that harms the reputation of the school and/or squad will
result in demerits, benching, and possible removal from the squad. This includes pictures of a
cheerleader posted on others’ websites, profiles, etc.
Section 3: Report Card Grades
Any Cheerleader earning a quarter GPA of less than 2.0 (unweighted on a 4.0 scale) on a report card will
be permanently removed from the squad.
Section 4: Eligibility Checks
Any Cheerleader receiving a D, F, or U in any subject or earning a quarter G.P.A. of less than 2.0
(unweighted on a 4.0 scale) on an eligibility check may be:
Benched from all performances, practices and games.
Required to be present at performances in warm-ups even though not performing.
If the unweighted GPA still remains below 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, or if the F or U remain upon the
issuance of the next eligibility check, the cheerleader may be permanently removed from the
squad.
8School Attendance
Section 1: Enrollment
Cheerleaders must be full time students during the regular school year at Green Valley High School for
the entire school year.
Section 2: Performances
On performance days, cheerleaders must be present the entire school day, unless involved in a
prearranged school activity.
Excessive absences may result in suspension or removal from the squad.
Two (2) absences from football games and/or two (2) absences from basketball games may result in
suspension or removal from the squad.
Communication
Communication is vital for a successful cheer program.
Section 1: Coaches
Coaches will communicate:
Requirements for students and the team
Locations, dates, times of practices, games, and events
Squad requirements: including special equipment, uniform, squad rules/regulations, travel
arrangements, and off-season expectations.
Reminders for the team.
Section 2: Parents/Coach
It is very difficult to accept that your child is not playing as much as you may hope. Coaches are
professionals. They make judgement decisions based on what they believe to be best for all of the
students involved. While there are certain things which can and should be discussed with your child’s
coach, there are other things which must be left to the discretion of the coach.
Appropriate concerns to discuss with coaches:
a) The treatment of your child mentally, physically, and spiritually.
b) Ways to help your child improve.
c) Concerns about your child’s academics/behavior/safety.
d) Clarification about the expectations of your athlete.
Inappropriate issues to discuss with coaches:
a) Playing time
b) Strategy
c) Matters concerning other student-athletes
9Meeting Procedures-If you have concerns to discuss with the coaches:
a) Your son/daughter should first talk with the coaches about his/her questions or concerns.
b) Please do not attempt to confront the coach before, during, or after a contest or practice. This
can be an emotional time for Parent, Athlete, and Coach. Meetings of this nature are often not
fruitful.
c) Set up an appointment with the coaches.
Meeting progression for concern resolution:
1. Meet with the Head Coach
2. Meet with respective Administrator.
Section 3: Expectations
Cheerleaders will be expected to communicate schedule changes and concerns regarding demerits.
Varsity Letter
Section 1: Varsity Team Eligibility
In order for a member of the Varsity cheer team to receive a letter, he/she must:
● Remain academically eligible
● Remain in good standing
● Have no more than two unexcused games or events
10Cost Breakdown
Uniforms/Practice Tumbling Camp Misc. Comp Total
Clothes
Junior $1150.00 $200.00 $200.00 $100.00 $100.00 $1,750.00
Varsity - 200.00 $1,550.00 (R)
Varsity $1350.00 $200.00 $650.00 $200.00 $1,100.00 $3,500.00
- 200.00 $3,300.00 (R)
Miscellaneous includes music, choreography, extra items, boxes, sweats, ect..
Payment Schedule for Junior Varsity and Varsity
Junior Varsity
Payment Date Returner Fee New Member Fee
Total: $1,550 Total: 1,750.00
April 1st $300.00 $300.00
May 1st $300.00 $300.00
June 3rd $300.00 $300.00
July 1st $300.00 $300.00
August 1st $200.00 $300.00
September 2nd $150.00 $250.00
Varsity
Payment Date Returner Fee New Member Fee
Total: $3,300 Total: 3,500
April 1st $330.00 $350.00
May 1st $330.00 $350.00
June 3rd $330.00 $350.00
July 1st $330.00 $350.00
August 1st $330.00 $350.00
September 2nd $330.00 $350.00
October 1st $330.00 $350.00
November 1st $330.00 $350.00
December 2nd $330.00 $350.00
11Upcoming Fundraisers
Sponsorship Plaques
Fireworks booth
Car Wash
Dynamic Drinkware
Homecoming Carnival
Mini Gators
Mixed Bag Designs
Mini Gators
Anaheim Send Off
Coaches may add more fundraisers.
Event Calendar
Event Date
Welcome Assembly TBD
Homecoming Festivities TBD
Assembly, Parade, Carnival, & Game
Friendsgiving TBD
Winter Assembly TBD
** Winter Showcase TBD
Desert Oasis Competition January 4, 2020
TSC Competition January 25, 2020
UNLV Competition February 8, 2020
USA Nationals February 14-16, 2020
Jamz February 21-23, 2020
Banquet March TBD
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