CHEERLEADING EXIST:
To encourage school spirit and pride.
To promote physical and mental development.
To develop lifelong values and skills.

CHEER PROGRAM VISION IS:
To assist participants in the development of athletic and leadership skills.
To develop effective time management strategies
To develop socially through cooperation, competition and appropriate standards of behavior.

CHEER PROGRAM MISSION IS TO:
Promote and uphold school spirit, unity and pride.
Represent the school to the highest degree
Set an example of good behavior and sportsmanship at all times (whether in uniform or not)
Promote friendship with each other and with schools with whom we compete, perform and go to camp.
Promote the development of lifelong values and skills.

EDUCATIONAL VALUE:
Membership on a cheer squad offers a unique opportunity for personal growth, leadership, and involvement in diverse activities. The attitude, dedication, and enthusiasm of the squad members are just as important as the skills involved in spirit leading. Members of the cheer squads are committed to the highest level of athleticism, performance, self-discipline, respect for the school and others, personal exemplary conduct and the performance of all responsibilities related to the pursuit of school spirit and pride. Furthermore, cheerleaders demonstrate a proven ability to balance academic requirements and demands with extra-curricular and personal activities.

CHEER PROGRAM CODE OF ETHICS:
Ensure equal opportunity to all students without regard to gender, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry or economic capability.
Emphasize the ideals of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, integrity, accountability, and fair play.
Abide by all school, district and league rules.
Show courtesy to all visiting teams, competitors, hosts and officials.
Respect the integrity and judgment of all sports and competition officials.

CHEER PROGRAM STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS:
Cheerleaders understand that team work and the maintenance of discipline are key to the success of the spirit program. Cheerleaders are dedicated to promoting spirit, enthusiasm, and a positive winning attitude through example.  All members realize that the manner in which they conduct themselves, in or out of uniform, directly reflects on the entire team and school.

It is recognized that these standards are necessary to maintain squad morale, squad and individual discipline, and effective learning. Consistent enforcement of rules and regulations is also necessary to ensure the safety and general well-being of each individual spirit leader. Participation in spirit leading is voluntary, not mandatory. It is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked by the school personnel when a spirit leader violates the rules and regulations.

CONDUCT:
Promoting good sportsmanship by way of example is required at all times. Members must not use foul language at practices, in school, at games, camp or competitions, etc…
All cheers, chants, etc… will promote good sportsmanship.  No cheers, chants, etc… will be derogatory towards the opponent and/or its cheerleaders.
Excessive public displays of affection are never considered appropriate, especially in uniform, at games or in school.   Proper appearance is required at all times, with clothing appropriate to the occasion
Members must cooperate with all faculty members, squad members, game officials and coaches.