WELCOME!
Thank you for your interest in the MANDVELLE SPORTS CLUB (MSC) CHEERLEADING PROGRAM. We are dedicated to training our athletes to excel in a high level of competitive cheerleading. We will do our best to help each athlete reach their potential.
At MSC, we are striving to be the very best. That is a goal of ours, but we want our athletes to achieve more than just being winners. We expect our athletes to be courteous, truthful, honest, considerate, determined, and respectful and have a high self-esteem. In order for our organization to achieve this, we must set our standards high.
Each athlete will conduct him/herself in such a manner as to credit the MSC organization. Each cheerleader will know and abide by the rules and regulations set before them in the MSC Handbook. They will uphold the level of excellence that we want to make for the name, MSC. Please read the Handbook information carefully before you make your commitment.
Thank you,
Liz Guidotti
Diane Sims
EXPENSES
Competitive cheerleading can be very costly. At MSC we will do our best to make it as affordable as possible. All team members must incur all cost below in order to participate. As a Parent/Participant you understand that financial obligations will include uniforms, program fees, competition fees, and travel/accommodations to local and/or out of town competitions.
All tuition checks are to be made payable to MSC
All program and competition fees are to be made payable to NSC
All requests for cancellation or suspension of tuition charges must be made in writing at least thirty (30) days in advance to Mandeville Sports Complex.
Default and Late Payment
Should you default on any payment obligation as called for in this agreement, the entire remaining balance shall be deemed due and payable upon demand, and you agree to pay allowable interest, and all cost of collection, including but not limited to collection agency fees, court costs, and attorney fees. Should any monthly payment become more than 10 days past due, you will be charged a $15.00 late fee to cover additional administrative expenses. A $25.00 fee will be charged on all returned payments. Payments that are past due over sixty (60) days will be turned over to a collection agency and your child will be suspended from all practices and meets until the tuition is brought current.
2011 – 2012 FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS
Competition Teams
The following cost expectations have been carefully put together based upon previous years and is an estimate of costs for the 11-12 season.
Expenses | Amount | Due Date |
Monthly Tuition(June – March)
Some months have 4 weeks, and some have 5 weeks; thus we do not prorate tuition for holidays or vacations. Time off/vacation time is already factored into tuition and will not be refunded or prorated. Tuition will not be pro-rated for injury, vacation, sickness, or required family visitation. | 85.00 - All teams
$75.00 - Second Child in Family
| 1st month tuition due at Parent Meeting Monthly tuition = $85.00 - *MONTHLY TUITION IS DUE BY THE 10TH OF EVERY MONTH. THERE WILL BE A $15.00 LATE FEE IF TUITION IS NOT RECEIVED ON TIME. CHECKS ARE MADE PAYABLE TO MSC |
Competition Uniforms and Practice Wear
Package includes practice shirt & shorts, shell(top), skirt, briefs and bow White tennis shoes can be purchased on your own.
Make – Up(includes adhesive star, lip gloss)
Duffel Bag(optional)
Optional purchase of WARM UP and/or HOODIE
There will be no refunds on uniforms, practice wear, make-up or hair bow for any reason. This includes removal or quitting a squad mid-season. Approximate figures(does not include shipping and handling) |
$350.00 (non-refundable)
$30.00 (non-refundable)
$20.00 (non-refundable)
$75.00 (non-refundable)
| Due August(at time of fitting) (Make checks payable to NSC)
Due - October 1, 2011 Due August(at time of fitting) (Make checks payable to NSC) |
Program Fee(includes training and music associated with maintaining a successful cheerleading program) |
$125.00 (non-refundable)
| 1st parent Meeting(June)
|
Registration Fee | $50.00(non-refundable)
| Due with 1st month tuition |
Competitions We plan to attend 6 competitions for the season. These fees do not reflect traveling expenses. |
All Teams - $550.00
|
Due $150.00 - July 1, 2011 Due $150.00 – August 1, 2011 Due $250.00 – September 1, 2011 |
Competition Guidelines:
- Stay in uniform the entire day while at competition. Flip Flops, fleece pants, sweatshirts are NOT a part of our uniform, please do not change into them! You will be allowed to put warm-ups on over your uniform when the weather is cold, however, when we start competing and start awards, you must be back in full uniform.
- You must stay with your team throughout the competition day, unless you are released to a parent by your coach. Your coach needs to know where you are at all times.
- Show good sportsmanship at all times.
- You are required to remain at all competitions for the award ceremony unless released by your coach.
- Cheerleaders should not miss any practice within 2 weeks of a competition. If missed, their position may be changed. This is to insure fairness to the other team members who rely on each other during the routine
Expect to pay additional parking fees when attending competitions.
COMPETITIONS:
COMPETIITON SCHEDULE
DATE | Location | CHEER ASSOCIATION | Squad |
Saturday, November 12, 2011 | Baton Rouge, LA | WSA | All Teams |
Saturday, December 3 or Saturday December 4, 2011 | Westwego, LA | Mardi Gras Event | All Teams |
Saturday, January 21, 2012 | Biloxi, MS | CheerSport | All Teams |
Saturday, February 11, 2012 or Saturday, February 12, 2012 | Baton Rouge, LA | WSA | All Teams |
Saturday, March 3, 2012 and March 4, 2012 | New Orleans, LA | WSA | All Teams |
March 10, 2012 | Biloxi, MS | Jamfest | Level 3 & Level 4 Team Only |
Saturday, March 31, 2012 and Saturday, April 1, 2012 | Pensacola, FL or Destin, FL | WSA | All Teams |
PRACTICE ATTENDANCE
It is your obligation to attend all practices. When one member is absent, it can keep a whole team from achieving their goals for that practice. We cannot function cooperatively without your attendance and commitment. Please realize this before entering into this program. We will work around school cheerleaders schedules as best we can. We ask that school cheerleaders provide us with their schedule in advance.
Practice Guidelines:
- Practices are NOT optional, they are MANDATORY! Sickness, family emergency, or pre-arranged absences are the only reason to miss practice. If you are sick, but not “bed ridden” or contagious, it is suggested that you come to practice and not participate, so that you do not miss out on important information and or changes. Commitment to your team must be a priority.
2. If you are injured, you are required to attend practice and watch.
- If you are going to miss a practice and did not complete a Request of Absence Form a phone call before the scheduled practice is required to be placed to either Liz or Diane.
- Pagers and Cell Phones MUST BE turned OFF while at practice.
- Cancelled practices may be rescheduled. Refunds will not be given for a cancelled practice. Generally teams have additional practices throughout the year that will more than make up for a cancelled practice.
- Additional practices may be called by the coach as necessary during the performance/competition season. No additional charge will be assessed.
- Tardiness is defined by not being stretched and ready to get on the mat when practice starts or leaving a practice early.
- Athletes may not have more than 5 excused or unexcused in a season. If this occurs, removal from the program may be necessary. Role will be recorded at every practice. Excessive tardiness and absences can result in immediate dismissal from the team.
- Safety is our first concern. Dangerous or illegal maneuvers will not be tolerated. No stunt or use of equipment can be used without a staff member present and aware.
Please plan vacations or other activities during scheduled gym breaks. In this packet, there is an “Absence Request Form”. Please fill it out as soon as you know your schedule and turn it in to your coach. Please note this form is not to be abused. Additional forms can be obtained from your coach.
ABSENCE REQUEST FORM
Please make additional copies
.
Cheerleader name:
Date to be absent:
Reason for Absence:
I, , am requesting to be absent from practice on the date above. I know that missing practice places complications and difficulties on the whole team. I also understand that an unexcused absence or continual excused absences can result in being placed in an alternate position or removal from the squad.
Parent’s Signature Date
Coaching Staff
MSC Gym - 985-727-7277 (Office)
Coaches
Diane Sims – 985-727-0060 (Home) 504 -231-8641 (Cell)
perr341@bellsouth.net
Liz Guidotti – 985 – 789-7701 (Cell)
lizguidotti@yahoo.com
Tori Sims
Assistants
Lisa Keiffer
Shelly Deynoodt
Kelli Sarver
Courtney Conrad
Hayley Allo
Jude Baptiste
Dewayne Kelly
All questions and concerns are to be directed to Diane Sims. You may contact her after a practice session, phone or email.
Mandeville Sports Complex All – Stars
www.mandevillesportscomplex.com
· It is expected that all students properly warm up and stretch before participating in an MSC activity.
· It is expected that all students will listen carefully to instructions and not talk during instructional sessions. It is very important that each student understands all instructions so to complete each skill in a safe manner.
· It is expected that all students will arrive on time and be ready for the instructional session.
· It is expected that all students will behave like young adults and have complete respect for the instructional staff and support staff.
· All students are expected to dress properly for class. No jewelry. Overly baggy clothing or overly suggestive clothing is not allowed. The best attire is something that is easy to move in. Cheer shoes are required. Hair must be pulled away from the face. No metal or plastic barrettes are allowed. Nails must be kept short.
· Students will not use profanity while participating in an instructional session.
· Student will not tumble, stunt or do any activity without a qualified MSC employee in the area watching the skill being performed.
· It is expected that if parents are allowed to watch they will not make comments, suggestions or any kind of noise that would disrupt the training session.
· All students must have a Medical Waiver Form.
· The advisor/coach of the hosting organization must remain in the training area during all instructional sessions. They will be the first contact in case of an injury or any other mishap, disruption or disciplinary matter.
· Make checks tuition checks payable to MSC. All other fees are made payable to NSC. Please write students name, payment description & month in memo section of the check.
· A $25 fee will be charged on all returned checks.
· Spectators of any kind are not allowed on the gym floor, but are welcome to sit in the lobby or viewing areas.
· It is expected that all students and their parents & friends will act with complete respect to the instructors and the other students on a team.
· Please help us keep the gym, lobby and all areas clean. Throw away all garbage and take all belongings with you.
· Safety is our primary concern. Dangerous maneuvers, actions and stunts will not be tolerated. No stunting, jumping or tumbling is allowed without an instructor present.
Holidays
(No Practice) -
- July 4th – Independence Day (Monday)
- September 4th & 5th – Labor Day (Sunday and Monday)
- October 31st—Halloween (Monday)
- November 21st - 24th – Thanksgiving (Monday - Thursday)
- December 19th - January 1st- Christmas/New Year (Monday - following Sunday)
- February 20th-24th —Mardi Gras (Monday-Friday)
Parent Guidelines:
1. Parents are always welcome and encouraged to attend events, but are expected to attend as spectators and not extra coaches. If for some reason you disagree or are unhappy with philosophy or decision of MSC coaches, please talk to the coach first. Talking negatively amongst each other as parents, or to your child, can only hurt the program.
2. Withholding your child from a practice as a form of punishment hurts the team and it’s progression toward a successful season. We need every athlete at every practice.
3. Please help your child be organized and time efficient. Missed practices due to oversleeping, procrastination of homework/other responsibilities are not excused absences.
4. All parents will be expected to conduct themselves in a professional, mature manner whenever they are representing MSC. Showing respect for the coaching staff, other teams, and hosting organizations is crucial in representing Mandeville Sports Complex Raiders and setting the best possible example for all of the team members. Parents are expected to be courteous to participant’s spectators, judges, coaching staff and other MSC members. Failure to do so may result in your child’s dismissal from the MSC Raiders All-Star Cheerleading Program.
5. Parent meetings will be held periodically. It is strongly recommended that at least one parent attend each meeting. Important information and asked questions are always a big part of parent meetings.
6. Parents are not allowed on the gym floor and will need to remain in the designated viewing areas of the gym.
Quitting is defined a leaving the team for any reason. Walking out of practice will also be considered quitting. No person who has quit the team may be reinstated on a team without approval from Diane or Liz. Removal from a team may be caused by, but not limited to, excessive absences or tardiness, misconduct that represents MSC poorly in any manner, insubordination, failure to follow rules, or a parent’s “negative” interference. Your last month’s tuition payment will still be due when quitting or being removed from a team.