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OWHS Dance Team Tryout Information
2020-2021
Thank you for your interest in being a member of the Olathe West Dance Team! Tryouts will be
held July 7th-9th.
Both dance team applicants and parents/guardians should read the content of this packet
carefully. It is an honor and a privilege to be selected as a member of the dance team. There are
many who would like to be selected and who would be willing to put for the time and effort
necessary. Please fully consider all expectations and requirements before deciding to tryout.
Responsibility to the squad and its members will be of the highest priority.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions: alplankers@olatheschools.org
Good luck and thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the Olathe West Dance
Team!
Sincerely,
Ali Plankers
Olathe West Dance Team Head Coach
Meghan Plankers
Olathe West Dance Team Assistant Coach
Ashley Hill
Olathe West Dance Team Junior Varsity CoachOlathe West Dance Team Tryout Information
When: July 7th-9th
Where: Olathe West High School (Event Entrance)
2200 Santa Fe Street
Olathe, KS 66061
Clinic Times:
Tuesday, July 7th: 1-3pm
Wednesday, July 8th: 1-3pm
Thursday, July 9th: Tryouts 4pm
Friday, July 10th: Junior Varsity and Varsity Teams will be announced via team website:
www.owhsdance.weebly.com
How to apply:
1. All dance team applicants must reside in the Olathe West Attendance Area or already
have been approved to transfer.
2. Fill out the Tryout Application and General Information Form, submit grades/GPA, and sign
the Dance Team Contract via Google Forms.
3. These should by returned by Sunday, July 5th.
4. You must have a 2.5 cumulative grade point average (weighted or non-weighted), have
passed five classes in the fall of 2019.
a. Incoming Freshman: Your 8th grade 1st semester and 3rd quarter grade points will be
evaluation.
b. Sophomores and Juniors: Your cumulative GPA will be evaluated
c. A copy of your First Semester grades are due with your application.
i. How to obtain first semester grade care from StudentVue:
1. Log into StudentVue:
2. Click Report Card in the left blue menu column.
3. Click QT2 in the upper right corner.
4. Under student picture on the left side, click click her to view report
card for Quarter 2.
5. Print and attach forms.Tryout Information:
All individuals auditioning for Junior Varsity or Varsity will be required to perform:
1. Jazz routine
2. Pom Sideline
3. Vocals/Spiriting/Transitions
4. Turns:
a. Junior Varsity: double/working triple pirouette
b. Varsity: triple/working quad pirouette
c. All: Second Turns (four into a double pirouette)
5. Two 8 counts of technique of choice
6. Other various technical elements (toe touch, battements, high kicks, splits, etc may be
included in tryout transitions).
Candidates will audition in groups of two or three. These groups will be a mixture of all grades.
Members will be selected by: 60% tryout points and 40% clinic points.
The final team size is not pre-determined (for both Junior Varsity and Varsity).
Clinic Observation: Rubric Attaches. Subject to change at coaches’ discretion.
The judges will consist of college dance team members, professional sports team dancers,
dance instructors/coaches, choreographers, etc. all having a background in dance.
All tryout judges are independent and not associated with Olathe West or the Olathe West
Dance Team.
Clinic and tryouts are closed to viewing by parents and friends. There will be no video
recording allowed.
Clinic Attire: please wear a tight fitting top (tank, leotard, or dance top) that does not display
school/studio emblems or names. Wear leggings/workout tights or hot shorts on bottom. You must
wear shoes at all times. Gum or jewelry is not allowed during clinics or tryouts.
Tryout Attire: Same requirements as above, but please wear all black.
Hair and Makeup: Your hair should be pulled back neatly for all clinics and tryouts. No loose
hair/flyaways. For clinics your makeup should be more pronounced than your daily makeup. For
tryouts you should do full performance makeup.
Judging for tryouts will consist of:
1. Showmanship
2. Appearance
3. Routine performance
4. Memory
5. Rhythm/Timing
6. Technical Elements
7. Right and Left Splits
8. Overall technique
9. Potential
10. Overall impression
Once again, being selected as a member of the dance team is an honor and privilege that not all
individuals will experience. There are many who would like to be selected, who are willing to give the
time and effort necessary. Please highly consider all of these requirements prior to making the
decision to try out.Clinic Score Sheet (SAMPLE)
1 = lowest 5 = highest
Name/Tryout Number: ______________________________________________________
Appearance: 1 2 3 4 5
Appropriate Dance Attire
No jewelry/gum
Hair pulled back
Organization: 1 2 3 4 5
On time
Uses time wisely
No use of cell phone during clinic
Brings necessary items
Participation/Work Ethic: 1 2 3 4 5
Stays on task throughout the clinic
Follows directions
Effective listening skills
Gives 110 percent
Attitude: 1 2 3 4 5
Positive attitude
Enthusiasm
Respect toward peers/elders
Respect toward instructors/coaches
Body Language
Showmanship: 1 2 3 4 5
Smile/Facial Expression
Confidence
Technique: 1 2 3 4 5
Proper Alignment
Dance Ability
Specific Dance Elements
Potential
Additional Notes:(SAMPLE)
OWHS Dance Team Tryout Ballot Judge #____ Initials ____
5 = Excellent 4 = Good 3 = Average 2 = Below Average 1 = Poor
Showmanship
Shows enthusiasm & projection through facials & personality
Consistent smile and presence throughout routine
Strong vocals and energy throughout
Appearance
Hair pulled back off face
Appropriate choice of dance apparel
Jazz Routine
Memory of routine, balance, rhythm, sharpness & coordination, proper technique, style
Routine is smooth and keeps time with music
Well rehearsed and intentional transitions
Confident in movement
Pom Sideline/Spiriting/Vocals
Memory of routine balance rhythm, sharpness, and coordination
Demonstrates sharpness and proper motion technique
Clear and confident vocals
Strong and clear enunciation
Effective and intentional spiriting
Knowledge of Steps
Memory of all routines
No watching
Confident movements
Rhythm and Timing
Overall for all 2 dance styles and 2 combinations
Musicality
Doesn’t “go through the motions” Attacks movement
Technique (overall)
Full extension of movements, foot closures, pointed toes, & body alignment
Turns should be light; dancing on balls of feet
Completes movements; extends through each movement
Strong posture/body awareness
Technique Elements (required and choice)
Strong supporting leg, controlled upper body, proper body placement/alignment, balance, spotting, turn in releve, legs
extended, pointed toes, controlled upper body, proper body placement, use of plie, flexibility
Degree of difficulty
Potential
Appears capable of learning & improving
Has the look of a dancer
Shows signs of possibilities
Coachable Takes direction/correction well
Overall Performance
Totals:
(50 points possible)
TEAM BREAKDOWN:
While ALL members of the Olathe West Owl Dance Team will have the same general
responsibilities (including, but not limited to: camps, practices, fundraisers, competitions,
performances, extra opportunities, etc). There are some distinctions between Junior Varsity
and Varsity.
Here are some general distinctions between the two teams. Items in these lists include, but
are not limited to the following:
Junior Varsity:
1. Attendance at all Home Varsity FB Games
a. Cheering in the stands at Home Varsity FB Games
2. Active member/participant in the Marching Band Show (FB halftime and MB
competitions)
3. Parades/Extra Performance Opportunities
4. A variety of basketball performances (pregame/halftime/cheering in the stands)
5. Dance Team Competitions
6. Community Service/Team Fundraisers
7. Spring Show
Varsity:
1. Attendance at all Home Varsity FB Games
a. Cheering on the sidelines
2. Active member/participant in the Marching Band Show (FB halftime and MB
competitions)
3. KSHSAA Gameday Competition
4. Parades/Extra Performance Opportunities
5. A variety of basketball performances (pregame/halftime/cheering in the stands)
6. Dance Team Competitions
7. Community Service/Team Fundraisers
8. Spring Show
You will be given the opportunity to select which team(s) you are auditioning for. Please very
carefully make this selection as you cannot go back and change your preference once
auditions are complete. You may tryout for the following:
Junior Varsity Only
Varsity Only
Both Junior Varsity or Varsity
**Should you only select “Varsity” as the team you are auditioning for and you do not make
the team you will not be automatically placed on Junior Varsity. You must select “both”OWHS Dance Tryout Applicant Form
This form will be submitted via Google Forms (Step 1).
Applicant Name: ________________________________________________________________________
(Last) (First) (Middle)
Address: _________________________________________________________________________________
(Street Name/Number)
(City) (State) (Zip Code)
Home Phone: ______________________________ Applicant Cell Phone: ______________________
Applicant E-mail: ________________________________________________________________________
Mom’s Name: ___________________________________ Mom’s Cell Phone: _____________________
Mom’s Address: __________________________________________________________________________
Mom’s E-mail: ____________________________________________________________________________
Dad’s Name: __________________________ Dad’s Cell Phone:____________________________
Dad’s Address: __________________________________________________________________________
Dad’s E-mail: ____________________________________________________________________________
School Presently Attending: ______________________________________________________________
Current Grade in School (circle one): 8 9 10 11 Student ID #: ________________
Team(s) Auditioning for (circle all that apply): Junior Varsity, Varsity, Both Junior Varsity and Varsity
You must have a 2.5 cumulative grade point average and be passing all current classes in order to tryout for
dance team. A copy of your second quarter grade card must be turned in with your application. All grades
and enrollment will be verified with a school official prior to the tryout date. This form will be submitted via
Google Forms by Sunday, July 5th.Dance Team Tryout Application Questionnaire
This form will be submitted via Google Forms (Step 2).
There are no right or wrong answers to these questions, but please answer completely.
Respond on a separate piece of paper and fill at least one page.
Please type your responses.
1. List all school activities/sports you are involved in.
2. List all activities outside of school you are involved in (church, community, etc).
3. How do you balance all of your activities?
4. What is your dance experience? Do you train at a studio? If so, which one?
5. What do you have to offer to the OW Dance Team? Provide examples.
6. Besides the requirements defined on this tryout form, what do you think are your
responsibilities to your fellow team members, coaches, and yourself? Please be
specific.
7. Describe your personality. What are your three biggest strengths (not dance related)?
Support your response.
8. What are three things you could improve on (not dance related)? How will you meet
these goals?
9. How will you uphold the academic standards of the OW Dance Team?
10. How will you uphold the discipline and values of the OW Dance Team?
11. As a member of the Dance Team, you will be asked not to engage in any of the
following: drinking, smoking, drugs, and inappropriate behavior with boys. These are
not only the rules of the team, but also a KSHSAA rule, as well as an Olathe West rule.
How will you uphold these values?
12. Why do you want to be a member of the OW Dance Team? Provide examples.13. Do you have any interest in a leadership position? Briefly explain.
Return this completed contract via Google Forms by Sunday, July 5th.
OWHS Dance Team Tryout Contract Form
This form will be submitted via Google Forms (Final Step).
Parents and OW Dance team candidate: Please read the following carefully. It is imperative that both parent
and student understand the commitment, time, rules and expense that are required to be a successful and
contributing member of this team.
I understand that:
Dance team is a one year (12 month) commitment and is a tremendous amount of time. If selected as a member of the
OW Dance Team, I understand that attendance at ALL practices and performances is mandatory. I will schedule work,
appointments, and any other activities around practice and performance times. I will make these sacrifices without
complaint because I am part of a team, and my actions and choices will impact my entire team.
Dance Team is a financial commitment that costs approximately $900 for a new member and if selected, I will uphold
my financial responsibilities to the team through fundraising and payments.
I must attend all clinics and tryout sessions to be considered for a position on the squad.
Qualified judges will evaluate my tryout performance.
If selected, I will be required to attend summer practices/choreography July 13, 14, 15, 16.
If selected, I will be required to attend band camp- beginning the last week in July.
If selected, I will abide by all the rules and regulations set forth by the coaches, dance team constitution, and
administrators at Olathe West High School and be present for all practices, games, or other events (camp, fundraisers,
etc).
If selected, I understand the high standards of the Olathe West Dance Team. I commit to representing myself, my school,
and my team in a manner which is beyond reproach, at all times. No drinking, smoking, or use of illegal substances,
inappropriate displays of affection, or profanity in or out of uniform will be tolerated. If selected, I will NOT put myself in
questionable situations. Any social media (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, etc) should be school appropriate. Any
infractions will be assigned consequences according to the dance team constitution, the Student Code of Conduct,
and/or the District Substance Abuse Policy.
My academics are priority. If selected, I will be expected to strive for my best in the classroom. I commit to maintaining
my grades (C or above in all classes at all times) and attending school regularly.
If selected, dance team is a class, which meets at 7:00 am during the school year and my grade will be determined by
my ability to follow OWHS dance team expectations.
By the very nature of this activity, there is a risk of physical injury and I will not hold OW High School or any of its personnel
responsible in the case of accident or injury at any time.
A spot on the team does not guarantee a performance in every routine. There will be tryouts for most routines
throughout the year.
If selected, I promise to abide by all aforementioned rules/regulations and to cooperate with and follow instructions
given by the dance team coach, and fulfill my duties as a member throughout the school year.
I understand that if I am selected to be a member of the 2020-2021 dance team, a $200 payment will be due at the post
tryout informational meeting (selected members will receive more information via email, so please provide up to date
email addresses on the Tryout Application Form).
I understand that all expenses must be paid in full by December 2020 (unless other payment arrangements have been
made and honored with the coach and an administrator approval.
If selected, I will fulfill all duties as a member of the Olathe West Dance Team for the 2020-2021 school year.
Applicant Signature: _________________________________________ Date: ______________________________________
As a parent, if my daughter is selected, I will commit to helping her be the most successful member of the dance team she can
be. I will support the coach in helping my daughter to follow ALL OW dance team rules and expectations. I understand the
importance of school attendance and will encourage regular attendance throughout the year. I realize that my daughter will be
expect to attend ALL practices and performance, and will help her schedule her day to day activities /appointments to meet this
requirement.
As a parent, I will agree to assist with fundraising efforts (team and individual) whenever possible. I understand that parental
involvement is a huge factor in the success of this dance program.
As a parent, I will agree to meet the required payment schedule for my daughter’s dance team expenses through personal
payment or fundraising.Parent Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: _____________________________________
This form will be submitted via Google Forms (final step). Please make sure you have submitted your Tryout Applicant Form, Tryout
Questionnaire, Grade Card/GPA Submission, and this Tryout Contract. Applicants must have all complete forms submitted in order to be
eligible for auditions.
This contract is included in the tryout packet as an example so candidates understand
dance team expectations should they be selected to be a member of the team.
Olathe West High School
Dance Team Constitution
**SAMPLE COPY**
Dance Team members at Olathe West will lead the student body by demonstrating school spirit and
good sportsmanship at athletic events, encouraging attendance at school events, developing
leadership qualities and skills, and representing Olathe West High School with both pride and
excellence. This Dance Team Constitution is used as a guide for dance team members and coaches.
Communication:
1. A calendar of events will be handed out prior to the start of the season.
2. Parents and dancers will be notified via email monthly calendar/schedule updates for both
practices and performances.
3. Any change of uniform, location, etc. communication will come from a coach only.
4. In the event there is question about any information regarding dance (ie time, location,
uniform, etc.), dancer and/or parent should take the following actions before communication
with coaches:
a. Ask other teammates.
b. Ask squad leader.
c. Email coach.
General Rules and Expectations:
1. Each dancer will be an active, thriving member of the team. This is of utmost importance and
will continually be evaluated. It is each dancer’s responsibility to represent Olathe West in a
positive manner.
2. No phones during class/practice.
3. Coaches reserve the right to make decisions that are in the best interest of the team to ensure
safe and successful performances. Dancers and parents will respect the decision made by
coaches.
4. All practices are closed to the public. No interruptions will be made during first hour practices
and/or early morning/after school practices by parents, guardians, siblings, etc. unless prior
communication has been made or an absolute emergency takes place (ie a death in the
family or hospitalization).
5. Any leadership position will be selected by a voting process, an interview with coaches, short
answer response, ability to lead practice, and coaches’ discretion.6. Concerns with social media outlets (Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, Facebook, VSCO, any spam
or “fake” accounts) will be addressed. All dancers will follow our team page and will allow
team page to follow any/all accounts. As a representative of the OWHS Dance Team, any
media that appears to question one’s character also puts in to question the character of the
squad. Depending on the severity, coaches and/or administration reserve the right to take
disciplinary measures.
Expectations of Attendance:
1. Dancers will attend all games, events, practices, fundraisers, class, camp and competition as
listed on the calendar. This includes substantial time commitment outside of the regular school
day.
2. Absences: Coaches will determine excused and unexcused absences.
a. Excused absences include, but are not limited to the following: sickness, a funeral,
religious observance, family emergency, school-related activities directly related to or
sponsored by Olathe West, or pre-approved once-in-a-lifetime opportunities (ie 50th
wedding anniversaries, 100th birthday party, etc). Any absence must be discussed with
a coach at least one week prior to the absence and must be submitted in writing.
b. Unexcused absences include, but are not limited to the following: work, forgetting,
family vacation, outside club activities not related to OWHS, not having a ride, etc.
i. First Unexcused Absence: Warning/deduction of points
ii. Second Unexcused Absence: Deduction of points and benching for next two
events
iii. Third Unexcused Absence: Deduction of points and meeting with both parent
and dancer to discuss status.
3. A yearlong commitment has been made to dance team. This commitment may make it very
difficult to have enough time for a job. Work does not qualify as an excused absence.
4. A yearlong commitment has been made to dance team. This commitment may make it very
difficult to have enough time for studio dance. Studio dance does not qualify as an excused
absence.
5. A maximum of 6 event absences (excused and/or unexcused excluding 1st hour class) will be
allowed through the dance season (with the exception of extreme illness or at the coaches’
discretion). Dancers electing to miss more than 6 total events outside of 1st hour class will
forego membership of the team for the remainder of the year.
6. In the event a dancer is sick Coach Plankers must be notified prior to the event via email.
7. If a dancer is absent from 1st hour practice, communication with the head coach must be
made via email immediately. “Word of Mouth” is not an acceptable form of communicating
an absence.
8. It is expected to be present 4 hours out of the 7 hour school day in order to participate in that
evenings events.
9. Dancers have the opportunity to participate in other school-sponsored sport/activity. It is
strongly advised to consider the time commitment that both dance and the sport/activity will
require (ex. Volleyball, basketball, track).
a. Committing to another school-sponsored sport/activity may result in the dancer not
being able to compete/participate in all performance pieces and/or opportunities.
10. If dancers are involved in sports/activities outside of school (ie competitive dance teams, club
soccer, etc) coaches must be notified of schedules as soon as possible. The commitment to
OWHS dance should come first.
a. Committing to another school-sponsored sport/activity may result in the dancer not
being able to compete/participate in all performance pieces and/or opportunities.
Eligibility:
1. Dancers must maintain a 2.5 GPA for the entire school year.2. Grades will be checked at each midterm, quarter, semester, and other times as deemed
needed.
3. Dancers must be passing all classes throughout the school year in order to participate in
dance.
4. An Olathe District Schools Substance Abuse Policy form, Transportation Guidelines and Parent
Signature form, KSHSAA Concussions & Head Injury form, and Physical (all dated after May 1st,
2019) must be on file for each dancer in the main office at OWHS.
Dance Team Grade/Points:
1. Dance team is a graded class. To earn points you must be present, prepared, and actively
participating with a positive attitude.
2. Each regular class period day is worth 10 points and block days are 15 points. Points will be
deducted if the following expectations are not met: proper practice uniform and shoes, hair
pulled back, no jewelry, in assigned spot on time, good attitude, and proper work ethic.
3. Performances and events are worth 25 points.
4. Just as when a student misses a class or event for another academic course, dancers will need
to make up the points they miss when absent. This can be done in various ways. Please see
Make-Up Points form. When the form is completed the form needs to be turned in to Coach
Plankers.
5. If a dancer is benched, she is expected to still come to the event/performance in uniform. She
will have to make up points for being benched for scheduled event/performance.
Uniforms:
1. When in uniform, dancers are to wear school-issued items only.
2. Dancers are expected to have all required items at each event (ie poms, outerwear,
warmups, correct hair/makeup, etc). If the dancer is missing an item, she will be benched from
the event and receive no points. She will be required to sit with the supervising coach (no cell
phones will be allowed if benched). She will be required to make-up points.
3. Jewelry will not be allowing during practices or performances. Piecing that can’t be removed
should not be done during the dance season. Piercing are not allowed in order to participate,
as ruled by KSHSAA.
4. School uniforms, warmups, and costumes will be provided. This must be taken care of and
returned in original condition. Cost to replace or correct will be applied.
Financial Obligations:
1. The intent is that all individual dance balances be paid in full prior to band camp.
2. In the even that payment cannot be met on time, written communication with Coach
Plankers is required to establish a new plan. However, all account balances must be paid in full
prior to tryouts the following year to be eligible to tryout.
3. If the dancer is dismissed for disciplinary reasons or decides to leave the team at any point
during the dance season (even before camp), she is financially responsible for any and all
outstanding balances and will not be refunded for any amount that has been paid.
Additionally, dancer will not be eligible to try out for the team the following year.
Transportation:
1. Transportation to all out-of-district activities will be provided by the school.2. All dancers will ride school transportation (bus and/or school suburban) to and from
performances/events.
3. Only parents or legal guardians can take a cheerleader from a performance/even after
notifying and signing off with coach on duty.
4. Transportation to all home and in-district performances/events is the responsibility of the
individual unless otherwise stated.
Injury:
1. If injury or illness occurs and prevents participation, the member must have a written
doctor’s/trainers statement to be excused from dance team activities and/or to be allowed to
participate again following an injury.
a. If the dancer does not have a doctor’s note, she will have to make up the points she
missed for the practice/performance/event.
2. If a dancer is injured, she is expected to attend all practices, games and events and sit with
the coach in uniform (unless a doctor’s note states otherwise).
a. A doctor’s/trainers statement will be required to clear a dancer injury.
3. Dancers who are not seriously injured will be expected to dress out and practice as much as
they are physically able.
Discipline:
1. Dancers will follow all disciple rules of the team at all times.
2. Dancers will always uphold the rules and reputation of the organization as well as the school
handbook and the Olathe District Schools Substance Abuse Policy. Please refer to the non-
athletic, co-curricular, or extra-curricular activities on the Substance Abuse Policy (second
bullet under each offense).
3. In addition to the Substance Abuse Policy, dancers are expected to leave an unlawful
situation (ie underage drinking party) immediately.
4. Dancers are to NEVER engage in any of the following: drinking, smoking, drugs, and
inappropriate behavior with boys. These are not only rules of the team and Olathe West, but
also KSHSAA policies. Dancers will follow the rules as set up by KSHSAA and Olathe West.
5. Dancers will not post anything to a social media site (including but not limited to Instagram,
Twitter, Snapchat, Facebook, VSCO, etc) that is deemed inappropriate or demeaning to the
organization, to any other individual, or personally inappropriate according to the rules of the
organization. Coach and/or Administrator will determine action based upon the offense.
a. If asked to take something off social media, dancer will do so immediately. If this
expectation is not met, dancer will be benched for a minimum of two events.
6. If a dancer is dismissed for disciplinary reasons or decides to leave the team, she is financially
responsible for any and all items she has ordered as well as all school property that has been
checked out to her.
7. Removal from the team requires a conference with coaches, the dancer, the dancer’s
parent/guardian, and the spirit activities director.
8. A benched dancer will be in uniform and will sit with coach(es) on duty.
a. No cell phones are allowed while benched.
b. With each benching, an increased number of games benched will be applied.
9. Discipline for the year will affect the following year tryout evaluations.
10. Dancers who quit after making the team or are removed from the squad will not be allowed
the opportunity to tryout the following year.
DANCE TEAM GRADE BREAKDOWN
Expectations of Attendance:1. All dance team members are required to attend all practices (in class and out of class),
performances, games, events, fundraisers, camps, and competitions. Dance team members
will receive an updated calendar of events at the beginning of each month. This is a
substantial time commitment outside of the regular school day.
2. Absences: Coaches will determine excused and unexcused absences.
a. Excused absences include, but are not limited to the following: sickness, a funeral, religious
observance, family emergency, school-related activities directly related to Olathe West, or pre-
approved once-in-a-lifetime opportunities (i.e. 50th wedding anniversaries, 100th birthday party,
etc).
Any absence must be discussed with a coach at least two weeks prior to the absence and
submitted in writing.
b. Unexcused absences include, but are not limited to the following: work, forgetting, family
vacation, outside club activities not related to Olathe West, not having a ride, etc.
i. First Unexcused Absence: Warning/deduction of points.
ii. Second Unexcused Absence: Deduction of points and benching of next two events.
iii. Third Unexcused Absence: Deduction of points and meeting with both parent and dancer
to discuss status.
3. A yearlong commitment has been made to dance team. This commitment may make it
difficult to have time for a job. Work does not qualify as an excused absence.
4. A maximum of 6 event absences (excused and/or unexcused excluding 1st hour class will
be allowed throughout the dance season. Dancer’s electing to miss more than 6 total events
outside of 1st hour class will forego membership of the team for the remainder of the year.
5. In the event a dancer is sick they must first notify their squad leader and second notify a
coach via email.
6. It is expected to be present 4 hours out of the 7 hour school day in order to participate in
that evening’s events.
7. Dancer’s may elect to makeup points for any excused absence. A “Make-Up Points” form
must be filled out and submitted one week before the end of the quarter in which the absence
occurred.
DANCE TEAM POINT BREAKDOWN
10 points per regular dance period
In stretch block ready to go by report time.
15 points per block period class
In stretch block ready to go by report time.
10 points per practice outside of school day
***5 point deduction if tardy to class and/or practice/performance. This includes not being ready on
time.
25 points per game
Evaluated on the following:
Correct uniform (warmups, shoes, costume, hair, makeup, lashes, poms, proper
undergarments, etc).
General spirit, enthusiasm, and behavior (paying attention to the game/crowd, following
directions, general demeanor).
Performance (prepared to dance, crowd involvement in the stands, etc).25 points per event
Including, but not limiting:
Parades o Fundraisers
Marching Festivals
Any “extra” event OWDT is asked to be a part of at any point during the year.Your
signature and that of one parent/or guardian assures the coaches of your
understanding and willingness to adhere to the Olathe West Dance Team
Constitution for the 2019-2020 school year.
***Sample**** Should you make the team you will receive an updated contract to sign.
Printer Name of Dancer: ______________________________________________________________________
Signature of Dancer: ____________________________________________ Date Signed: __________________
Printed Name of Parent/Guardian: ____________________________________________________________
Signature of Parent/Guardian: ________________________________ Date Signed: ______________________
SAMPLE Calendar of Dates:
Please note, this is simply an example. The number of events is fairly accurate, but the specifics are
subject to change. Dancers will receive a calendar upon making the team and updated monthly as
we progress through the year.
Tentative Varsity Calendar:
July:
July 7th: Tryout Clinic
July 8th: Tryout Clinic
July 9th: TRYOUTS!
July 10th: JV and V Teams will be announced on the website
July 13th: Practice/Choroegraphy
July 14th: Practice/Choreography
July 15th: Practice/Choreography
July 16th: Practice/Choreography
July 23rd and 24th: New Marchers Camp 7am-11am (only rookie dancers—JV and V)
Band Camp “Phase One” is scheduled from July 27th- 31st: 7am-11am outside with the band and noon-4pm inside dance.
August:
August 3rd: Band Camp 7am-4pm
August 4th: Band Camp 7am-4pm; Parent show-off (evening)
August 6th: Band Practice 6-8pm
August 11th: Band Practice 6-8pm
August 13th: Band Practice 6-8pm
August 20th: Varsity DT Practice 6-8pm (
August 27th: Varsity DT Practice 6-8pm
September:
September 3rd: Varsity DT Practice 6-8pm
September 4th: OW Football vs. ONW--- RT 5pm (CBAC)
September 10th: Varsity DT Practice 6-8pmSeptember 12th: Old Settler’s Parade-- time TBD (Downtown Olathe) September 14th-19th: OW Homecoming Week—usually we have something every night September 17th: Bonfire/pep rally-- time TBD (OW) September 18th: OW Football vs. SMS--- RT 5pm (CBAC) October: October 1st: Varsity DT Practice 6-8pm October 5th: Olathe Marching Band Preview Night--- time TBD (CBAC) October 9th: OW Football vs. MV--- RT 5pm (CBAC) October 10th: Olathe Marching Festival—all day (CBAC) October 17th: UCM Festival of Champions—all day (Warrensburg, MO) October 22nd: OW Football vs. SME—RT 5pm (CBAC) October 24th: Harrisonville Marching Festival—all day (Harrisonburg, MO) October 31st: Neewollah Marching Festival--- all day/night (Independence, KS) November: November 5th: Varsity DT Practice 6-8pm November 12th: Varsity DT Practice 6-8pm November 19th: Varsity DT Practice 6-8pm November 20th: KSHSAA Gameday Competition--- Varsity. All day (Topeka, KS) *** ONE Love is also usually in November *** Big Monday is usually sometime in November. December: *** Varsity and JV will continue to prepare for competition season. *** Varsity will likely resume Thursday evening practices. *** Basketball season will likely begin this month. January: *** DT Competitions *** Basketball season February: *** Junior Clinic *** Basketball season March: *** Spring Show prep *** Banquet April: *** likely Spring Show *** likely tryouts (following Spring Show) May: *** New Team practices
Tentative Junior Varsity Calendar: July: July 3rd: Tryout Packets Due July 7th: Tryout Clinic July 8th: Tryout Clinic July 9th: TRYOUTS! July 10th: JV and V Teams will be announced on the website July 13th: Practice/Choreography July 14th: Practice/Choreography July 15th: Practice/Choreography July 16th: Practice/Choreography July 23rd and 24th: New Marchers Camp 7am-11am (only rookie dancers—JV and V) Band Camp “Phase One” is scheduled from July 27th- 31st: 7am-11am outside with the band and noon-4pm inside dance. August: August 3rd: Band Camp 7am-4pm August 4th: Band Camp 7am-4pm; Parent show-off (evening) August 6th: Band Practice 6-8pm August 11th: Band Practice 6-8pm August 13th: Band Practice 6-8pm August 20th: JV DT Practice 6-8pm August 27th: JV DT Practice 6-8pm September: September 3rd: JV DT Practice 6-8pm September 4th: OW Football vs. ONW--- RT 5pm (CBAC) September 10th: JV DT Practice 6-8pm September 14th-19th: OW Homecoming Week—usually we have something every night
September 17th: Bonfire/pep rally-- time TBD (OW) September 18th: OW Football vs. SMS--- RT 5pm (CBAC) October: October 1st: JV DT Practice 6-8pm October 5th: Olathe Marching Band Preview Night--- time TBD (CBAC) October 9th: OW Football vs. MV--- RT 5pm (CBAC) October 10th: Olathe Marching Festival—all day (CBAC) October 17th: UCM Festival of Champions—all day (Warrensburg, MO) October 22nd: OW Football vs. SME—RT 5pm (CBAC) October 24th: Harrisonville Marching Festival—all day (Harrisonburg, MO) October 31st: Neewollah Marching Festival--- all day/night (Independence, KS) November: November 5th: JV DT Practice 6-8pm November 12th: JV DT Practice 6-8pm November 19th: JV DT Practice 6-8pm November 20th: KSHSAA Game day Competition--- Varsity. All day (Topeka, KS) *** ONE Love is also this month. *** Big Monday is usually sometime in November. December: *** Varsity and JV will continue to prepare for competition season. *** Varsity will likely resume Thursday evening practices. *** Basketball season will likely begin this month. January: *** DT Competitions--- exact competitions still need to be determined *** Basketball season February: *** Junior Clinic *** Basketball season March: *** Spring Show prep *** Banquet April: *** likely Spring Show *** likely tryouts May: *** New Team practices
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