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FMHS COLORGUARD AUDITION PACKET 2012-2013
FMHS COLORGUARD AUDITION PACKET
2012-2013
Before you audition.........
Turn in Required Forms The following forms must be turned in at the beginning of auditions on Monday, April 30. If your forms are not turned in, you may not participate in the audition clinic.
- FMHS Colorguard Parent/Student Constitution Contract
- FMHS Colorguard Application
- 2012-2013 Colorguard Commitment to Performance
- Internet/Social Network Form There will be a few more forms to sign once candidates make the Colorguard team. Mandatory Parent Meeting April 30 @ 7:00pm in the Band Hall All must have at least one parent attend. An email must be sent to PRIOR to the meeting if a parent absolutely cannot attend, [email protected]. We will discuss important information and address and concerns or questions you may have.
Mandatory Tryout Clinic
When: April 30-May 3 Where: FMHS 3rd Gym (rubber gym) ***Important: All candidates are required to attend EVERY day of the clinic in order to audition on Friday, May 4. Clinics are closed to the public. Parents, friends, etc. are not allowed to attend. Time: 5:00pm-7:30pm each day. What to wear to the clinic: Dance wear or workout clothes. (i.e. - tank tops, t-shirts, yoga pants, sweat pants, shorts.) Sneakers. Please have your hair up in a bun or ponytail and out of your face. Please remove all jewelry and absolutely no gum chewing. Tryouts: May 4th @ 5:00pm in 3rd Gym (rubber gym) What to wear to tryouts: - Solid black tank top or t-shirt - Black yoga pants or sweat pants - Sneakers - Hair pulled back and off the face - Natural make-up - Your audition number. This will be given to you when you arrive on Friday. - No jewelry or nail polish. Requirements: 1. One parent must attend the parent meeting on Monday, April 30. 2. All forms must be turned before the start of the first day of the tryout clinic. No forms-no practice. 3. You must attend every day of the audition clinic.
Auditions
The FMHS Colorguard is looking for fun, energetic, hard-working and confident performers. There is a sample score sheet on the next page so you can see exactly how you will be scored. There is no set number of members for the colorguard. Candidates must score HIGHER than 80 in order to make the team. Auditions will consist of: Appearance - Candidates will be judges on how well they followed directions on what to wear, hair, make-up, etc. Dance - Candidates will perform a series of dance exercises and across the floor combinations for the judges. Flag - Candidates will perform a series of basic flag exercises and a short routine for the judges. Performance - Candidates will be judges on how well they performed throughout the audition. Tryout groups will consist of three (3) candidates. Groups will be given out on the second day of the tryout clinic. Each group will have one or more current colorguard member to help new candidates with any questions they may have. Throughout the week the groups will have time to work on things together to prepare themselves for the audition.
FMHS Colorguard Audition 2012
Candidate Number: ____________ Comments Appearance: __________ out of 10 ________________________________ Dance: __________ out of 35 ________________________________ Flag: __________ out of 35 ________________________________ Performance: __________ out of 20 ________________________________ Judge’s Initials: __________ Total: __________ out of 100 FMHS Administrator: _______________
Important Information
Flags will be provided for all candidates. We will have a flag check-out form for any candidate wishing to take a flag home to practice. All flags must be returned at the conclusion of the audition process. The only day candidates will be judged is Friday by 3 judges not associated with the FMHS Colorguard. There is no set number of members for the team. Candidates that score an 80 or above when all 3 judges scores are averaged will make the team. Current colorguard members DO have to re-audition. They are not guaranteed a spot on the team. Judges will not be told candidates grade or name. All candidates will only be known as numbers and will all be judged on the same criteria. Parents may be present during the audition day, but MUST stay in the main hallway by the big gym. After all the auditions have concluded all candidates will be asked to come back into the gym. Parents are not allowed in the gym at this time. Each candidate will receive an envelope with his or her number on it. Inside the envelope will be a letter of congratulations OR the candidate’s score sheet, so they know what the can work on for next year. Envelopes ARE NOT to be opened in front of everyone. Candidates must leave the gym and be outside the school building to open their envelope. Colorguard Practice Schedule: During the marching band season, the colorguard practices during 4th period colorguard class and after school on scheduled days. (Usually Monday thru Thursday from 4:00pm-6:00pm). We also practice Friday morning from 7:15am-7:45am. Officers will have a weekly meeting after rehearsal on Mondays. After marching band has concluded, the colorguard will still practice during colorguard class. There will also be some after school practices on certain days. Officers will continue weekly meetings on Mondays throughout the year. Winterguard auditions will be held shortly after marching band season. There are weekend events that the colorguard participates in such as Friday night football games, Saturday contests, mini-camps, and fundraisers. All weekend events are required. A monthly calendar will come out each month with required practice times. The FMHS colorguard is a time-consuming and year-round activity!
2012-2013 FMHS Colorguard Commitment to Performance
1. Any member of the colorguard that is selected for any part in the show must perform full out each day to the best of their abilities. The director will remove any student not practicing at the satisfactory level of the team and place someone else in the spot permanently. 2. All members must have a positive attitude each day and be willing to
help any team member when needed. You must always think as a team, not as an individual.
3. Members are expected to put forth the time and effort needed to raise
their standards when it comes to technique and performance ability. Everyday is a day to improve and become a better performer.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I understand what is expected of my performance should I be selected as a member of the FMHS Colorguard. I will commit 100% to my performance each day. Student Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: _____________________
Colorguard Estimated Cost
The following is an estimate of your financial commitment. We are still in the process of selecting items for the season, therefore, all prices are approximate.
Marching Band Registration Fee: $450.00 Equipment Fee: $50.00 Fall Show Costume: $150.00
Gloves $15.00
Blue Velvet Rhinestone Top $40.00
Hoodie Sweatshirt $25.00
Windsuit Set $45.00
Guard Shirt $20.00
Team Duffle Bag $18.00
Rifle $51.00
Gray Soffe/cheer shorts $7.00
Jazz Bodytight $17.50
Show Shoes $30.00
Black Jazz Pant $30.00
Black Dance sneaker marching $30.00
Parent Polo (*optional) $20.00*
Summer Rehearsal Schedule May 8 - 5pm-8 - All Members
17 - 5pm-8 - New Members Only
22-25 - Marching Band Movement Camp - 5pm-7pm - All Members
31 - Last Day of School
June 7 - 6pm-9 - All Members
14 - 6pm-9 - Rifles and Sabres Only
18-22 - 5pm-9 - All Members
28 - 6pm-9 - New Members Only
July 16-20 - 9am - 6pm - All Members
19 - DCI Denton Show - All Members will attend after camp
August 1-25 - Band Camp
Times for Band Camp are usually 9am-9pm. Times for may vary
from day to day. More info available after auditions
All rehearsals are mandatory. If you are unable to attend, an email must be sent
PRIOR to the scheduled rehearsal date.
Flower Mound High School
Colorguard Constitution Article I: Purpose
The purpose of the Flower Mound High School Colorguard shall be three-fold: · to perform and entertain audiences
· to boost the morale of the school
· to develop character, leadership and individual responsibility in each member, while maintaining high moral standards.
Article II: Qualifications and Requirements
A. Membership in this organization shall be restricted to Flower Mound High School students of the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior classes.
B. At least one parent of each candidate must be present at designated parent meetings or must contact the director prior to date of set meetings.
C. Colorguard members have been selected by a panel of judges based on:
· Appearance
· Showmanship/projection
· Dance ability
· Commitment to excellence
· Knowledge of routine
· Ability to understand equipment technique in a short amount of time
· Coordination
· Personality
D. Members must have on file all necessary and requested paperwork, including:
· Colorguard Application
· Parent/Student Constitution Contract
· Financial Contract
· Commitment to Performance
· Extra Curricular Code of Conduct
· Medical Release Form
· Photography Release Form
· Internet/Social Network Form
E. Colorguard members will not be discriminated against because of race, creed or handicap.
F. All previous members must audition every year.
Article III: Personal Qualifications
A. A student must want to be a colorguard member. They must be willing to accept criticism that will help her/him attain perfection, and make the work enjoyable.
B. A student must understand that it is a privilege, not a right, to be a colorguard member.
C. A student must be willing to abide by rules and follow direction from the director and officers.
D. A student must demonstrate responsibility at all times.
E. A student must have good coordination and the ability to learn dances and equipment work in a short period of time.
F. A student must understand that any decision made by the director is in the best interest of the team.
G. A student must be willing to participate in fundraising projects.
H. A student must have perfection as her/his goal and understand that the schedule and discipline of a colorguard member demands a high degree of determination, hard work, strength, self-discipline and loyalty to the team concept.
I. A student must enjoy promoting school spirit.
J. A student must be able to complete all of the requirements of the team including running, crunches, push-ups and technique exercises. Medical certification may be required if a health condition arises that interferes with her/his ability to participate. Communicating that certification to the director is the responsibility of the student.
Article IV: Membership
A. There will be no set number of members. Membership depends on the scores of the candidates at auditions.
B. Colorguard members must audition every year. No position is guaranteed from year to year.
C. Members will participate in all activities in which the organization is involved. This includes practices, performances, parties and fundraisers. Exceptions may be approved by the director.
D. All members are expected to promote and represent the organization in all outside activities, including but not limited to, social networking websites. A seperate detailed contract will be signed in order to be a participateing colorguard member. Anyone refusing to sign will not be allowed to participate.
E. Members are required to attend summer practice sessions and FMHS Colorguard and Band Camps. No member may leave practice for any reason other than illness, injury or death in the family. The member may only leave with a relative who must contact the director and provide written documentation of the members’ removal from camp.
F. Members must exhibit and maintain a satisfactory attitude toward school policies and regulations.
G. The term of membership shall be recognized as the time immediately following colorguard auditions through December of the same calendar year.
H. A member’s resignation will be accepted only after the member has initiated a conference with the director. A letter of resignation must follow the conference and all financial obligations must be met. All school properties must be returned in good, clean condition or paid in full.
I. Any member who chooses to quit or is dismissed at any time (with the exception of scholastic dismissal or suspension) must wait one calendar year to audition for the team.
J. Members may be a part of outside activities, however, colorguard must come first. If a scheduling conflict arises, members will be a colorguard member first. Exceptions may be made with PRIOR APPROVAL.
Article V: Absences and Tardies
A. Every member must be present for camps, practice sessions, games, contests, performances and all other colorguard activities. Only excused absences approved by the director will be accepted and each will be evaluated individually.
B. If a member misses a drill learning session for any reason, that member may be assigned as an alternate for that portion of the show.
C. Work, detention hall, tutorials, Wednesday/Saturday school, routine doctor or dentist appointments, obtaining driver’s license are not acceptable excuses for missing any colorguard function as listed above. FMHS teachers are required to hold tutorials before and after school. At no time should tutorials conflict with the practice schedule. Make plans accordingly.
D. A student or parent must notify the director AND their officer of an absence prior to practice or it is considered unexcused. Email is the preferred method of communication.
E. As a rule of thumb, if you are well enough to attend school, you are well enough to attend rehearsals.
F. A student that misses Friday morning practice for any reason will not be able to perform at the game that evening.
G. Any student with one or more unexcused absence during the week will not be allowed to perform at the football game on Friday evening.
Article VI: Practice Sessions and Responsibilities
A. Practice will be required each day before or after school and during the Colorguard Class Period as well. Physical Education and Fine Art credit will be received for this class, and all practice requirements for this time are structured and specified. Students in this class must fulfill specific requirements for performances, which will be evaluated by the director as for any other academic class.
B. Before school, after school, and summer practices will be required. Time specifications for these will be established as camp dates and other school schedules become available to the director. Summer practice for all members is mandatory upon notification of these dates and times.
C. Members will arrive on time to practice and stay until dismissed by the director. Members may not leave early for work, club meetings, etc.
D. It is the responsibility of each member to notify the director AND their officer of their absence BEFORE practice or it is considered unexcused.
E. Highly regard the practice schedule. Work, detention hall, and Wendesday/Saturday school cannot interfere with scheduled practice or performance times. They are not excused absences from practice or performance. Also, they are not an excuse for leaving practice early or being late to practice.
F. If a member is well enough to come to school, they are well enough to come to practice. If a member is found skipping practice he/she will forfeit their spot in part of the show.
Article VII: Routine Evaluations and Performances
A. Members will be evaluated all summer to determine what assignment they will have in the marching show.
B. A member unable to meet the standards set for a partaicular part of the show will not be included in that portion and will be required to attend all rehearsals and performance and assume her/his responsibility as usual.
C. The director has the final decision on who makes the performances and that decision may not be argued or appealed.
D. Any member who misses practice on Friday morning may not perform with the marching band at the game when applicable. Game attendance is still required.
E. Factors such as attitude, manners, effort, as well as ability will be taken into consideration when selecting performers for the show.
F. Inability to practice or perform:
1. Any member suffering from illness or injury will be excused from workouts or performances only by a written note from the parent. After sitting out for two days a doctor’s note is required.
2. Grade probation – Any member failing to meet the grade requirements as set forth by HB 72 and UIL guidelines will be expected to be present, dressed out, and working out with the colorguard. The member must continue to uphold all responsibilities during the probation. She/he may not attend performances with the team and may not wear team oriented uniforms until grades are restored to passing and eligibility is regained.
3. Any member “cut” from a particular performance must be present, dressed out and continue to work out with the colorguard. The member must continue to uphold all responsibilities.
G. A complete uniform and equipment check will be held prior to any performance/activity or practice. At this time the member should be completely ready and remain completely ready for the activity.
Article VIII: Uniforms and Equipment
A. Members will buy their necessary cologuard clothing as required.
B. All financial obligations regarding uniforms must be cleared by the date set by the director. If a balance remains by the first performance, the member will be ineligible to perform that particular performance and will remain ineligible for all performances until the balance is cleared.
C. Uniforms will be worn at school and colorguard functions that the director selects.
D. Uniforms are to be clean, in good condition, and fit propertly before each performance. Do not cut or alter any uniform part without prior approval from the director.
E. All uniforms are to be worn ONLY when assigned.
F. Each member will be issued various flags or weapons equipment for use throughout the year. The member assumes full responsibility for the care of these items.
G. Prior to the end of the season, all equipment issued must be returned in good condition or the member will be charged.
H. Members must put their name or number on everything that belongs to them for the season.
I. Colorguard members should never be seen in public with only part of their uniform on.
J. Nail polish or jewelry may not be worn while in uniform or during any performance.
Article IX: Football Season
A. A complete uniform check will be held prior to any activity/performance. At this time the member should be and remain completely ready for the activity/performance. This includes hair and make-up.
B. Members must remain in the stands at all times unless given permission to leave by the director or officers in charge.
C. Members are a group and will sit as a group.
D. There will be no gum chewing or eating in the stands without permission.
E. Members may drink only water in the stands.
F. No part of the uniform may be removed during the game, unless designated by the director.
Article X: Parental Responsibilities
A. Parents must give their permission for their child to fulfill all the responsibilities of being a member of the colorguard before she/he is officlaly accepted.
B. Parents must be willing to meet all financial obligatins involved in having their child as a colorguard member. All payments are final.
C. Parents are encouraged to participate in various booster club activities and fundraisers. These fundraisers help defray the cost for each member of the colorguard.
D. Parents are responsible for arranging transportation to and from all activities, except when transportations is provided by the school district and the director.
E. Parents must be willing to cooperate with the director and keep the director informed of dates that might conflict with colorguard activity commitments.
F. Parents are strongly encouraged to to attend band booster club meetings once a month to sign up for volunteer committees throughout the year.
Article XI. Officers
A. Officers will be selected by the colorguard staff. Officers must work closely with the other officers, members and director. It is the officer’s responsibility to set a good example for fellow teammates to follow. The director may remove an officer from the position if that officer does not uphold the position and responsibilities.
B. You must be a colorguard member at least one year to audition for an officer position. Officer candidates must have all passing grades to audition. The director will dicate the requirements in terms of performance, interview, etc. prior to auditions.
C. Officers are responsible for their own squad. They are to make sure each member in the squad brings supplies to practice and knows all information.
D. Officers must attend every practice and designated school functions.
E. An officer may not fail any class or she/he will be removed from her/his officer position.
F. Officers arrive early and stay late. They make sure their squad members have a way home before leaving late rehearsals.
G. The captains are fully in charge in the event that the director/staff is not available. The officers must work closely together, with the staff and the other members. It is their responsibility to set a good example for the other members to follow.
H. The number of officers will be decided upon by the staff as well as the names of each position (e.g. captain, lieutenant, or officers, etc.)
I. The term of serving as officer shall be recognized as the time immediately upon colorguard officer selection following auditions through December of the same calendar year.
Article XII: Managers
A. At this time the FMHS Colorguard does not employ the use of managers. If the need or interest arises, the staff will decide what critera to employ.
Article XIII: Demerits and Pentalties
A. The director will be responsible for handling demerits.
B. Demirits are the means by which the director determines which members are not upholding their obligations to the cologuard.
C. Demerits will begin immediatley following tryouts and continue through the end of the fall semester. Each member gets a fresh start at the beginning of each season.
D. Merits can erase UP TO 5 demerits. 1 merit cancels 1 demerit, up to 5. However, these demerits are still recorded, but they do not count toward probation.
E. If a member feels she/he has received demerits in error, she/he must notify the director at once so the the situation can be recitfied immediately.
F. Members should help the director check their demerit sheet for accuracy in a timely manner.
G. Demerits will be givien in and out of class for reason including, but no limited to:
a. Disrespect to the director or fellow drill team member - min. of 5
b. Displaying poor conduct(unnaacceptable actions, etc.) - min. of 5
c. Public display of affection in uniform or colorguard attire - 2
d. Allowing someone other than a member to wear uniform - 5
e. Allowing someone other than a member to spin your equipment - 5
f. Missing a performance without permission - 5
g. Eating, drinking, or chewing gum in uniform without permission - 2
h. Not having a piece of your uniform for performance - 2
i. Using cell phone without permission while at performance - 2
j. Missing practice without permission - 3
k. Having a dirty or wrinkled costume - 2
l. Removing any part of your uniform without permission - 2
m. Late for check-in at performance - 3
n. Using cell phone at practice without permission - 1
o. Receiving a Wednesday night or Saturday school - 2
p. Negative attitude - 1
q. Wearing jewelry at perfomance - 2
r. Wearing colored nail poilsh at perofrmance - 2
s. Failure to wear specified make-up - 2
t. Loss of any piece of the uniform - 2
u. Forgetting any part of uniform or equipment at check-in -2
v. Failure to contact your officer and director before absence - 2
w. Missing an activity without permission - 1
x. Tardy for practice - 1
y. Hair not pulled back - 1
z. Leaving uniform pieces out in guard room - 1
All demerits are double for officers. Note: Demerits are doubled on game/performance days.
H. Penalties
a. 5 demerits - Suspension from a performance, student conferance
b. 10 demerits - Suspension from second performance, parent conference
c. 15 demerits - Suspension from third performance, parent conference
d. 16 demerits - Dismissal from the team
Article XIV: Probation and Dismissal
A. If a student fails a class (below 70 average), they are on probabtion for three weeks, which at the end of that three weeks they must be passing all classes to regain eligibility.
B. If a member fails a class for 2 consecutive report cards, she/he will be dismissed from the team for the remainder of the season. She/He may audition for winterguard or next year’s team if she/he meets the following stipulations.
a. She/He must have failed only the 2 consecutive report cards that caused her/him to be dismissed from the team.
b. She/He must meet all eligibility requirements for try-outs as stated in the constitution.
c. She/He may not fail another report card once she/he resumes team membership. If she/he does fail again, she/he will automatically be dismissed.
C. General probationary considerations
1. Failure to comply with any regulation as stated in the constitution may result in probation for the member in question until the reason for probation is corrected to the satisfaction of the director and the administrators.
2. A member on probation may not participate in performance activities, but is required to fulfill all other resonsibilities.
D. Dismissal.
Colorguard members must display appropriate behavior both in and out of school. Dismissal from the team may occur for the reasons including, but not limited to:
1. Violation of colorguard standards of conduct or grades
2. Violation of the Flower Mound High School Student Handbook when the violation results in:
a. in-school suspension
b. placement in out-of-school suspension
c. placement in the Alternative Education Center
3. Violation of the Extracurricular Code of Conduct
4. 16 Demerits
Article XV: Transportation
A. Tranportation will be provided by the school district and the director. All colorguard members are required to ride to and from activities in the provided transportation.
B. Only parental permission IN WRITTEN FORM will release a member to ride home with that parent only.
C. Members will conduct themselves appropriately at all times.
D. Members will obey all bus transportation regulations.
Article XVI: Manners
A. No personal problem should be brought into practice or performance times. Gossiping is not tolerated.
B. Manners should be used at all times to adults, officers and other members. Mutual respect and politeness among members is expected.
C. Using the internet for bullying or to make disparaging remarks about members, staff or the colorguard program is strictly prohibited.
D. Your behavior toward your teammates or other teams is a reflection on the school and the FMHS Colorguard program.
Article XVII: Merits
A. Merits are the means by which a member may be rewarded for her/his extra service to the organization
B. Each member is required to help the director check their merit sheet for accuracy in a timely manner
C. Merits will be given for reason including, but not limited to:
a. Teaching at mini camps and/or bringing extra snacks
b. Taping flags on poles
c. Helping at painting/prop days
d. Attending designated colorguard and FMHS activities
Many merit oppurtunities will be given throughout the year.
Flower Mound High School Colorguard
Parent / Student Constitution Contract
Your child has expressed an interest in becoming a Flower Mound High School Colorguard member. The Colorguard organization is a very demanding job requiring time, skill, physical fitness and appropriate behavior. It is very important to have your support in this endeavor.
Please take the time to read the FMHS Colorguard Constitution with your child. If you agree that she/he may participate and that the rules and regulations will be followed, please sign below and return to the Colorguard Director on the first day of the tryout clinic.
We have read the Constitution and agree to abide by all of the rules and regulations. Also, as parents, we will support the team, the director and the band booster club. We do realize that we will be asked to help with fundraising and other activities vital to making this year’s team a success.
X___________________________________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature
X___________________________________________________________________________ Colorguard Member Signature
______________________________ Date
FMHS Colorguard Internet and Social Network Statement
Your membership with the FMHS Colorguard is a privilege, not a right. As a member of the colorguard, there is a high expectation for you to conduct yourself in a respectable manner at all times by the director, band directors, and FMHS administration. This includes any form of internet post, profile, blog, or website connected to you or about you. Your internet pages/spaces provide much information about you in a public venue. From the information you provide, the pictures you link and the bulletins posted, a profile is established about your character and online reputation. It is important that you take as much care with this “online” reputation as you do with your “real life” reputation. You are responsible for your profile. Your profile is an extension of you and directly affects, and reflects upon, the FMHS Colorguard. The following is required of your internet profiles: - Have a password protected profile and only allow people you know to access it.
Consider allowing your parents access to your site. - No inappropriate pictures (such as smoking, alcohol, drug paraphernalia, or anything
sexual in content) - Do not post or keep any posts of foul language or sexually explicit comments. - Do not choose to support advertisements on your profile that promote alcohol,
smoking or sexually explicit materials. - Do not bully other students on profiles or chat forums, or participate in such
conversations. - Do not post negative comments related in any way to FMHS or the FMHS Colorguard. - All members must “friend” the colorguard Facebook group. This will be used for
reminders and updates from the officers and teammates. Protocol for your Profile: If you have inappropriate material on your profile, you will be asked to remove it immediately. If the problem continues, demerits will be assigned and parents will be contacted. Severe cases could result in removal form the team. Illegal or Inappropriate Content: If you have any illegal content or information displayed on your profile, or any is found on any other profile or internet site, you will be held to either the FMHS Code of Student Conduct or the Extracurricular Code of Conduct rules and regulations.
FMHS Colorguard Internet and Social Network
Contract
Colorguard Candidate Contract I understand the FMHS Colorguard standards for behavior regarding the internet. I agree to uphold these standards and I understand that failure to do so will result in consequences as outlined in the contract. I will do everything in my power to be a positive contributing member to the FMHS Colorguard at all times, both in and out of school. Student Name: _________________________________________________ Student Signature: ______________________________________________ Date: ______________ Parent Contract I understand the FMHS Colorguard standards for behavior regarding the internet. I will do everything in my power to assure that my child is a positive contributing member to the FMHS Colorguard at all times, both in and out of school. Parent Name: __________________________________________________ Parent Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: ______________
