Tryouts
Tryouts for the 2023-2024 season will take place May 15th-May 18th
Tuesday, May 2nd: Pre-tryout parent meeting in the DMS Library from 6:00-7:00PM. This meeting is MANDATORY! One parent/guardian of each student trying out MUST be present.
Monday, May 15th: Tryout check-in/First day of clinic - 5:30-7:30pm in the DMS cafeteria. Applicants will not be able to participate without completing pre-tryout tasks/materials posted on our website:
Review Contract
Student Info Sheet
Questionaire
Permission slip (page 6)
Starting May 3rd, Have 2 CORE teachers fill out a recommendation form (No elective or PE teachers) 5th graders only need 1 teacher recommendation form. Please email teachers the above link to complete.
Starting May 3rd, post grades (report card or Power School printout/screenshot) in Google Classroom. We need the most current grades at time of tryout clinics.
Tuesday, May 16th: Second day of clinic. 5:30-7:30pm in the DMS cafeteria.
Wednesday, May 17th: Third day of clinic. 5:30-7:30pm in the DMS cafeteria.
Thursday, May 18th: Day of tryouts. Students will be judged in small groups of 3-4 (groups will be determined by coaches.) Tryouts should end by 6:00 pm. Please remember that if there is a large turnout, time may run over. It is important to note that the performances are closed to everyone, except the coach, advisor, judges, school administration and athletes who are performing.
A list of the 2023-2024 cheer team will be posted later that evening on our website.
TRYOUT EVALUATION BREAKDOWN
Teacher Recommendations (70 points)
Conference (20 points)
Grades, absences, number of referrals and sportsmanship during tryouts will be considered
Judge's Scoresheet (100 points)
Average of all judges scores
Evaluated on:
Jumps (25 points)
Cheer (25 points)
Dance (25 points)
Showmanship (25 points)
*Final selection for squad membership will be based on the candidate’s cumulative score and a final sign-off from Dartmouth Office Staff (Principal, Assistant Principal, etc). There is no restriction on number of team members selected. The cut will be made at a natural break in total scores.*
TRYOUT EVALUATION BREAKDOWN
Grades/Recommendation Forms - Those trying out must have at least a 2.0 GPA (C average) with no failing grades and demonstrate a positive attitude inside/outside the classroom. Recommendation forms are submitted separately by teachers.
Attitude and Enthusiasm - We want to see that you are having fun! Genuine enthusiasm will show throughout your performance. Stay positive, be yourself, and come ready to work every day.
Good Sportsmanship - Be kind and encouraging towards everyone trying out for the team. Everyone is nervous and learns at a different pace!
Motions/Jumps - Dance and cheer motions are strong and performed the way they were taught. Jumps are evaluated based on strength, flexibility, and height.
Rhythm Recognition - Dance and cheer movements are on count/beat and consistently maintained throughout routines.
Please direct all questions to our advisor Meagan Serra at dmscheer@unionsd.org