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Davidson High School Dance Team Tryouts

2019-2020

Friday, May 3rd

All packets due to Davidson High School no later than 12 noon

$30 fee should be enclosed (NON REFUNDABLE)

Turn packets and fee into the office to be placed in Ms. Sessions’ box.

Monday, May 13th

Attend mandatory parent meeting

Tuesday, May 14th

Tryout Clinic (Clinic is CLOSED; NO PARENTS, FRIENDS, ETC. ALLOWED)

Davidson High School Gym 3-5 PM

Wednesday, May 15th



Thursday, May 16th



Friday, May 17th

Dance Team Tryouts (Tryouts are CLOSED; NO PARENTS, FRIENDS, ETC.

ALLOWED)

3:30 PM Until

All candidates need to arrive to the gym between 2:45-3:00

Monday, May 20th

Uniform Fittings 3:00

$250 installment due for all 2019-2020 team members

Davidson High School Dance Team Tryouts 2019-2020

May 3rd

May 13th

May 14-16

May 17th

All applications must be completed and received by 12:00noon

Mandatory Parent meeting

Tryout Clinic (3:30—5:00)

Tryouts 3:30 PM

Results posted on DHS Website @ 10:00 pm

Eligibility Requirements

Current High School Students: 3.0 cumulative GPA and a discipline clearance

Middle School Students: 85% average and a discipline clearance

Dance Team Packet Requirements

Complete—Physical Form, Acknowledgement of Rules & Financial Obligations,

Emergency Information/Permission/Medical Consent Form, Concussion

Form, Discipline Clearance Form, Rules acknowledgement, Payment

Envelope (to be provided at parent meeting)

Provide—Copy of a Valid Insurance Card, Copy of 1st Semester ReportCard

(1st and 2nd Quarter grades)

Cost— $30.00 (NON REFUNDABLE)

Tryout and Clinic Information Tryout Clinic:

Tuesday may14-Thursday May 165th

3:30– 5:00 pm @ DHS Gym

The gym will be open at 3:00 pm. At 3:30 pm instruction will begin. This means that the

girls must be stretched and ready to dance at 3:30 pm. No spectators or filming will be allowed at

clinic (this includes siblings of applicants).

What to wear: Appropriate dance wear. Full length fitted tank or leotard, boy shorts

WITH TIGHTS or leggings, jazz or ballet shoes. Hair pulled up off of face, no jewelry

Tryouts Friday May 17th 3:30 pm until @ DHS Gym

The gym will be open at 3:00 pm. At 3:30 pm tryouts will begin. This means that each

girl must be stretched and ready to Tryout promptly @ 3:30 pm. No spectators or filming will

be allowed at tryouts (this includes siblings of applicants). You must be present at school the

day of tryouts in order to maintain eligibility. NO LATE ENTRYALLOWED.

What to Wear:

Leotard or fitted tank. Boy shorts WITH TIGHTS or leggings. Jazz or ballet shoes.

We must be able to see body positioning in order to judge. Hair in a low ponytail,

no jewelry.

Team will be posted on the website by 10:00pm

Dance Team Tryout Rubric Skills Evaluation 4 Turns in Second 10 pts

- We will be looking for body control in the turn, pointed toes, leg parallel to the floor, opening

and closing in the correct position (both arms and legs), ability to maintain speed, ability to

finish the turns cleanly. You may perform more than 4 turns in second, but your technique

will be evaluated for all turns you perform. Please make sure you are only doing the number

you can do cleanly!

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Double and Triple Pirouettes 10 pts - We will be looking for body control in the turn, leg positioning, (foot tight to the knee toes

pointed), no sickling, arm positioning in the turn, ability to finish turns cleanly.

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Leaps across the floor 10 pts -Dancers will be asked to perform leaps across the floor using a variety of approaches. We will be looking at grand jetes, center leaps, stags, and leaps of choice. We will evaluate leaps based on height, form in the air, arm positioning, and ability to finish cleanly.

Combination across the floor 10 pts -Dancers will be asked to perform a combination across the floor using a variety of approaches and elements. We will evaluate dancers based on proper from in combination elements and ability to connect elements.

Choreography - 60 pts

- We will be teaching one piece of choreography for evaluation, which will include pom and

jazz elements. This will be performed in groups of 3. Dancers will be evaluated on all skills

included in the piece according to the above skills standards. The will also be evaluated on

ability to remember and preform choreography, poise, and stage presence. We are looking for

dancers who can perform single skills well, AND seamlessly integrate them into a routine.

We are looking for dancers who maintain poise and stage presence throughout the piece.

Dance Team Tryout Checklist ____Physical Form

____Attended Mandatory Parent Meeting

____Acknowledgement of rules

____Emergency Information ____Copy of insurance card

____Drug testing form

____Discipline Clearance ____Report Card

____Payment

Acknowledgement of Rules and Financial Obligations My child and I have received, read and understand the rules governing his/ her role as a member of the Davidson High School Dance Team. As a parent/ guardian I understand that it is my responsibility to see that these rules are followed. If standards for participation are not met my son/ daughter may be removed from the team.

I agree to pay all money owed for the Dance Team in a timely manner and according to the designated deadlines. The coach reserves the right to alter the number of monthly payments according to yearly costs. The figures below are an estimate and may be altered.

First payment (due at uniform Fittings) $250 June 1st $275 July 1st $275 August 1st $275 Account must be current in order to participate in any Dance Team activities or performances, including summer camp. I understand that should my son/ daughter quit or be removed from the team that I will pay any outstanding balance at that time. _______________________ _____________________ Parent/ Guardian Name Parent/Guardian Signature (print) ________________________ ________________ ____________ Street Address City/ State Zip code _______________________ Phone Number On ________________, 2019, __________________ personally appeared before me, __________________ to be the signer of the above instrument, and he/ she acknowledged that he/ she signed it. ___________________________ Notary Public ____________________________

Commission Expires

Discipline Clearance form To be filled out by applicant:

Student Name _________________________ Grade___________ Current School _____________________

To be filled out by administrator: In order to try out for Davidson High School Dance Team a student must receive a discipline clearance from any administrator at the school the student attended this year. Administrators may not clear participants with any of the following infractions: Suspension from school for any reason this school year Retract, detention, or in school suspension more than once this school year Discipline referrals to the office for numerous or serious offences By signing this form, I verify that the above student has a clear discipline record and is to the best of my knowledge eligible to try out for Davidson Dancers. _________________________ _____________________ Administrator Signature Date

OR According to our records, the above student does not have a clear discipline record and is NOT eligible to try or for Davidson High School Dance Team. Once form is complete please place in the provided envelope, sign across the seal, and send via interschool mail or US mail to Angela Sessions at Davidson High School. Thank you for your help in this matter.

Davidson High School Dance Team Rules and Code of

Conduct Dance team members are role models for the student body and are representatives of DHS in the community. All Dancers are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that exemplifies a model DHS student both on and off campus. They are subject to the following academic and conduct requirements. Failure to meet these requirements will result in disciplinary actions including probation or dismissal from the team.

Academic Requirements In order to try out for the dance team a student must have a minimum 3.0 High school GPA or 80% yearly average across all classes from Middle school. They may not have received a failing quarter grade in the year proceeding tryouts. Dancers must maintain a C average in all classes while on the team. Quarterly report cards must be shown to the coach. Any dancer with a quarter grade below a C will be placed on probation. This probation will last a minimum of 3 weeks. He/ she may not participate in dance team activities, including performances during this time. He/ she will be required to submit a DHS Friday progress report each week of probation. At the end of this period he/ she will be released if a progress report shows all grades are C or better. If progress reports still show grades below a C, he/ she will remain on probation until grades improve.

Discipline requirements In order to try out, dancers must receive a discipline clearance from an administrator. In order to remain in good standing with the team, they must maintain a clear discipline record. Assignment to retract for any reason will result in probation for that week, including any performances. Suspension form school for any reason will result in a minimum 3-week probation. Further action, including dismissal from the team, may be taken, depending on the nature of the offence.

Use of alcohol, tobacco or illegal drugs will result in dismissal from the team. Improper use of social media will result in probation or dismissal from the team. All athlete social media should be parent monitored. Explicit language and pictures the compromise a dancer’s position as a role model and leader will result in dismissal from the team. This includes but is not limited to, profane language, references to alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs, revealing or suggestive photos. Bullying via social media will result in dismissal from the team.

Financial Requirements Dancers are required to pay all fees related to the team in a timely manner. This include apparel and camp expenses as well as any minor expenses throughout the year. Every effort will be made to keep extra expenses to a minimum.

Attendance Dancers are expected to attend all practices and performances, including practices scheduled outside of school hours. Every effort will be made to minimize practice time outside of school, and to give at least 2 weeks notice of extra practices. When these practices are scheduled, it is vital that every dancer attend. Unexcused absences from extra practices or performances will result in one week’s probation. Excused absences include illness with fever or vomiting, death in the family, school activity required for a grade, or other extraordinary circumstances and the coach’s discretion. Any dancer absent from school should submit an excuse to their first block teacher. Multiple unexcused absences will result in a one-week probation. Dancers will be given a report time and location for all performances and appearances. They are expected to report in a timely manner are remain with their coach until the event end time. If transportation is provided, all dancers are expected to travel to the event with the team, they may be signed out by a parent after the event, or travel back to school with the team. They should be picked up promptly.

Uniforms and Appearance Dancers are expected to report for any event performance ready. They should be completely dressed in the assigned uniform with hair and makeup done according to performance standards. We will have a standard hair and makeup style for all dancers, and will have a tutorial/ practice run before the first performance. Any time a uniform is worn, the entire uniform must be worn. Outerwear worn while in uniform must be the approved Dance jacket. Any visible tattoos must be covered with tattoo makeup, and all visible piercings with the exception of a

single pair of stud earrings, must be removed. No other jewelry is to be worn. These same standards apply to uniforms worn to school. Hair must be a natural human color. If a dancer wishes to change after an event, they should remove their entire uniform. Uniforms are to be worn only by the dancer and only to approved events. This includes uniform outerwear.

Please print.

MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

EMERGENCY INFORMATION FORM (page 1 of 3)

Athlete’s name D.O.B.

Address (include zip code)

Phone (home)

Athlete’s cell phone

Parent/Guardian Email (main contact)_

Mother/Guardian Name (cell phone)_

Mother/Guardian Employer (work phone)

Father/Guardian Name (cell phone)

Father/Guardian Employer (work phone)

Next of Kin to be contacted in the event you are unable to be contacted:

Name Relation

Cell Phone_ Work Phone

Family Doctor (office phone)

Known Allergies

Known Physical Problems

Present Medications Taken

Please list the name and phone number of one individual who will be called should we be unable to contact

you or the above listed next of kin.

Emergency Contact (phone)

If we are unable to reach your family doctor, may we use any available physician? (please circle)

YES NO

Please be assured that every effort will be made to contact you and/or your family doctor before any major decisions are made concerning the treatment of your child.

I, , do hereby authorize the cheerleading coach or designee to act on my behalf

in case of emergency or injury in regard to hospitalization and medical treatment.

Parent/Guardian Signature Date

Mobile County Public SchoolSystem

Athletic Permission Form WP Davidson High School

(page 2 of 3)

We, the undersigned, agree that we have been given the following information and understand it fully:

I. Davidson High School Agrees to Provide:

A. Supervision

B. Instruction

C. Proper Equipment (excluding uniforms or equipment provided by the participant)

D. Promote Safety

II. To abide by all written rules regarding behavior and safety.

III. That participating in any sport may cause serious injury or death.

IV. Davidson High School does not carry insurance on any athlete and will not be responsible for any expenses.

V. Davidson High School does offer each athlete a supplemental, scheduled payment accidental insurance plan.

The premium for this insurance coverage is $68.00. Any difference in the basic coverage, deductibles or

other related expenses will be paid by the parent or guardian.

I hereby give permission for my son/daughter

to participate in (sport/activity)

during the 2019-2020 year. I will assume the responsibility for any medical treatment that the student

might need if an injury occurs while participating for or participating in games/meets/matches/events for

the above named sport/activity or on trips and events related to the above named activity. Furthermore, I

herewith release the Mobile County Board of Education, its servants and agents and WP Davidson High

School, its servants and agents, from all responsibility for any injury resulting from such activities. My

family has the following medical coverage:

Insurance Provider:

Policy Number:

Group Number:

**Proof of insurance must be attached to this form**

Signature of Parent/Guardian Date

Emergency Medical Consent: (page 3 of 3)

The student-athlete and parent/guardian hereby grant permission to the Davidson High

School team physician and/or consulting physician to render to the student-athlete any treat-

ment or medical care that they deem reasonably necessary to the health and well-being of the

student-athlete.

The student-athlete and parent/guardian also hereby authorize the athletic trainers at Da-

vidson High School who are under the direction and guidance of the Davidson High School

team physician, to render any preventative, first aid, rehabilitation or emergency treatment

that they deem reasonably necessary to the health and well-being of the aforementioned student-athlete.

Also, when necessary for executing such case, the student-athlete and parent/guardian grant

permission for hospitalization at an accredited hospital. I understand this authorization will

be enforced when I cannot personally be contacted for immediate treatment.

Preferred Physician:

Preferred Hospital:

(In the case of serious injury while attending/participating in an out of town venue the stu-

dent-athlete will be transported to the nearest accredited treatment facility/hospital.)

Sign (Parent/Guardian): Date:

Over the Counter Medicine (please mark Y for Yes or N for No beside all OTC medica-

tions):

Advil/Ibuprofen: Y N Aleve: Y N Tylenol: Y N

Pepto Bismal: Y N Cold Medicines: Y N

The parent/guardian of the student-athlete is responsible for providing current medical infor-

mation and alerting the coaches/trainers/physicians of any change in or additional infor-

mation pertinent to the health or well-being of the student-athlete.

This Emergency Information, Athletic Permission Form & Medical Consent Form will be made

available when necessary to insure proper medical treatment by physicians and/or hospital

in the event of a serious injury.

Notary Public

(SEAL) Commission Expiration Date

ALABAMA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

Concussion Information Form (Required by AHSAA Annually.)

2019-20 School Year

A concussion is a brain injury and all brain injuries are serious. They are caused by a bump, blow, or

jolt to the head, or by a blow to another part of the body with the force transmitted to the head. They

can range from mild to severe and can disrupt the way the brain normally works. Even though most

concussions are mild, all concussions are potentially serious and may result in complications

including prolonged brain damage and death if not recognized and managed properly. In other

words, even a "ding" or a bump on the head can be serious. You cannot see a concussion and most sports

concussions occur without loss of consciousness. Signs and symptoms of concussion may show up

right after the injury or can take hours or days to fully appear. If your child reports any symptoms of

concussion, or if you notice the symptoms or signs of concussion yourself, seek medical attention right

away.

Symptoms may include one or more of the following:

• Headaches • Amnesia

• "Pressure in head" • "Don't feel right"

• Nausea or vomiting Fatigue or low energy

• Neck pain • Sadness

• Balance problems or dizziness Nervousness or anxiety

• Blurred, double, or fuzzy vision Irritability

• Sensitivity to light or noise • More emotional

• Feeling sluggish or slowed down Confusion

• Feeling foggy or groggy • Concentration or memory problems • Drowsiness (forgetting game plays)

• Change in sleep patterns • Repeating the same question/comment

Signs observed by teammates, parents and coaches include:

Appears dazed

Vacant facial expression

Confused about assignment

Forgets plays

Is unsure of game, score, or opponent

Moves clumsily or displays incoordination

Answers questions slowly

Slurred speech

Shows behavior or personality changes

Can't recall events prior to hit

Can't recall events after hit

Seizures or convulsions

Any change in typical behavior or personality

Loses consciousness

(Continued on Page 2)

AHSAA Form adapted in 2011 and revised in 2012.

AHSAA Concussion Information Form (Page 2)

What can happen if my child keeps on playing with a concussion or returns too soon?

Athletes with the signs and symptoms of concussion should be removed from play immediately. Continuing to play with the signs

and symptoms of a concussion leaves the athlete especially vulnerable to greater injury. There is an increased risk of significant

damage from a concussion for a period of time after that concussion occurs, particularly if the athlete suffers another concussion

before completely recovering from the first one. This can lead to prolonged recovery, or even tosevere brain swelling (second

impact syndrome) with devastating and even fatal consequences. It iswell known that adolescent or teenage athletes will often fail

to report symptoms of injuries.

Concussions are no different. As a result, education of administrators, coaches, parents and students is the key to a student-

athlete's safety.

AHSAA Concussion Policy: Any student-athlete who exhibits signs, symptoms or behaviors consistent with a concussion shall be

removed from the contest and shall not return that day. Following the day the concussive symptoms occur, the student-athlete may

return to practice or play only after a medical release has been issued by a medicaldoctor.

Any health care professional or AHSAA certified coach may identify concussive signs, symptoms or behaviors of a

student athlete during any type of athletic activity. Once concussive signs are identified, only a medical doctor can clear an

athlete to return to play. Any school in violation of the AHSAA policy application of the National Federation rule will be

subject to sanctions.

If you think your child has suffered a concussion:

Any athlete even suspected of suffering a concussion should be removed from the game or practice immediately. No athlete may

return to activity on the same day he/she sustained an apparent head injury or concussion, regardless of how mild it seems or how

quickly symptoms clear. The athlete may return the following day or anytime thereafter with written clearance from a medical

doctor. Close observation of the athlete should continue for several hours. You should also inform your child's coach if you think

that your child may have a concussion. Remember it's better to miss one game than miss the whole season. And when in doubt, the

athlete sits out.

This form is required by Alabama Law established in June 2011. The form was revised in April 2012, coinciding with the

current AHSAA Concussion Policy.

I have reviewed this information on concussions and am aware that a release by a medical doctor is required before a

student may return to play under this policy.

__ ______ _____________ ____ __

Student-Athlete Name Printed Student-Athlete Signature Date

__ ______ _____ __ ______ __ __

Parent Name Printed Parent Signature Date

AHSAA Form adapted in 2011 and revised in 2012.

ALABAMA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

Preparticipation Physical Evaluation Form

History Date

Name Sex Age Date of birth

Address Phone

School Grade Sport

Explain “Yes” answers below: Yes No

1. Has a doctor ever restricted/denied your participation in sports?

2. Have you ever been hospitalized or spent a night in ahospital?

Have ever had surgery?

3. Do you have any ongoing medical conditions (like Diabetes or Asthma)?

4. Are you presently taking any medications or pills (prescription or over‐the‐counter?

5. Do you have any allergies (medicine, pollens, foods, bees or other stinging insects)?

6. Have you ever passed out during or after exercise?

Have you ever been dizzy during or after exercise?

Have you ever had chest pain or discomfort in your chest during or after exercise?

Do you tire more quickly than your friends during exercise?

Have you ever had high blood pressure?

Have you ever been told that you have a heart murmur, high cholesterol, or heart infection?

Have you ever had racing of your heart or skippedheartbeats?

Has anyone in your family died of heart problems or a sudden death before age 50?

Does anyone in your family have a heartcondition?

Has a doctor ever ordered a test on your heart (EKG, echocardiogram)?

7. Do you have any skin problems (itching, rashes, staph, MRSA, acne)?

8. Have you ever had a head injury or concussion?

Have you ever been knocked out or unconscious?

Have you ever had a seizure?

Have you ever had a stinger, burner, pinched nerve, or loss of feeling or weakness in your arms or legs?

9. Have you ever had heat or muscle cramps?

Have you ever been dizzy or passed out in the heat?

10. Do you have trouble breathing or do you cough during or after activity?

Do you take any medications for asthma (for instance, inhalers)?

11. Do you use any special equipment (pads, braces, neck rolls, mouth guard, eye guards, etc.)?

12. Have you had any problems with your eyes or vision?

Do you wear glasses or contacts or protective eyewear?

13. Have you had any other medical problems (infectious mononucleosis, diabetes, infectious diseases, etc.)?

14. Have you had a medical problem or injury since your last evaluation?

15. Have you ever been told you have sickle cell trait?

Has anyone in your family had sickle cell disease or sickle cell trait?

16. Have you ever sprained/strained, dislocated, fractured, broken or had repeated swelling or other injuries of any bones or joints?

Head Back Shoulder Forearm Hand Hip Knee Ankle Neck Chest Elbow Wrist Finger Thigh Shin Foot

17. When was your first menstrual period? When was your last menstrual period? What was the longest time between your periods last year?

Explain “Yes” answers:

I hereby state that, to the best of my knowledge, my answers to the above questions are correct.

Signature of athlete Date

Signature of parent/guardian

Rev. 2015 FORM 5 Page 1 of 2

DUPLICATE AS NEEDED

Preparticipation Physical Evaluation

Physical Examination

Rule 1, Sec. 14 — In order for a student to be eligible for interscholastic athletics, there must be on file in the Superintendent’s or Principal’s office a current physician’s statement certifying that the student has passed a physical exam, and that in the opinion of the examining physician (M.D. or D.O.) the student is fully able to participate in interscholastic athletics (Grade s 7‐12). The AHSAA Physicians Certificate (Form 5) must be used. A physical exam will satisfy the requirement for one calendar year through the end of the month from the date of the exam. For example, a physical given on May 5, 2015, will satisfy the requirment through May 31, 2016.

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Height Weight BP / Pulse Vision R 20 /

L 20 / Corrected: Y N

Normal Abnormal Findings

Cardiovascular

Pulses

Heart

Lungs

Skin

E.N.T.

Abdominal

Genitalia (males)

Musculoskeletal

Neck

Shoulder

Elbow

Wrist

Hand

Back

Knee

Ankle

Foot

Other

Clearance:

A. Cleared

B. Cleared after completing evaluation/rehabilitation for:

C. Not cleared for: Collision

Contact

Noncontact Strenuous Moderately strenuous Nonstrenuous

Due to:

Recommendation:

Name of physician Date

Address Phone .

Signature of physician , M.D. or D.O.

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