Cheerleading

Exciting

Rewarding

Challenging

So You Want to Be a Cheerleader?
Erica Quinonez - Sponsor

Check out the pictures of the cheerleaders.

Check out the pictures from the pep rally.

Six cheerleaders are selected every year
from seventh grade candidates to become cheerleaders in the eighth grade.

Enjoyment

Qualifications involve:

1. an average of 70 or better in all classes

2. no unsatisfactory conduct marks

3. no ISC assignments

4. no more than one CIA assignment

Having Fun

Cheerleading is more than getting out in front of a crowd of people and yelling and jumping up and down. It is an opportunity to become a better person by learning what self-discipline is all about. I say self-discipline because that is what it takes to learn to live by all the rules and regulations of a cheerleader. There are a lot of rules and regulations because a lot is expected of cheerleaders.

Cheerleading is representing each and every student of the school. Cheerleaders are one of the school's most valuable assets. They serve as publicity agents, ambassadors of good will, and a true example of school spirit. Much of the atmosphere surrounding a school is based upon the programs and planning of its cheerleaders.

It is an Adventure

Cheerleading is a challenge to build self-confidence. Through long, hard practices the cheers must be worked out so they are synchronized, pleasing to watch, and easy to follow. By doing the cheers, chants, and stunts over and over again at practice, a cheerleader gains the confidence it takes to get out in front of the stands.

Although only a select few will become Cheerleaders, all who try out will benefit. If you are willing to put in the time, accept rules and regulations and accept the extra responsibility, then go ahead: TRYOUT! It will be great experience, it's good exercise, and a different experience.

The 2004-2005 Pirate Cheerleaders had a great time at cheerleading camp this past summer at the University of Houston. They won awards for "Most Improved" , "Top Team", and "The Herkie Award". One of Deepwater's cheerleaders won the "All American Award." The 2004-2005 Pirate Cheerleaders performed at Deepwater's first pep rally on September 15th. Be sure to Check out the pictures from the pep rally.

For more information, please contact
Erica Klein

An Awesome Experience