CHEERLEADERS
Westside cheerleaders exist to support all athletic organizations on campus and promote the highest level of school spirit. Members of the cheering squads are skilled in learning and remembering cheers. They are fundamentally responsible for demonstrating various skills enthusiastically through group performances at pep rallies and athletic events chosen by the sponsors and approved by the principal. The Westside cheerleader is held to the highest standards of behavior and academic achievement.
COACHES
| Wanda Elliott, Head Varsity Coach | 281-920-8000, Ext. 6037 |
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Elizabeth Gitto, Asst. Varsity Coach |
281-920-8000, Ext. 6136 |
ELIGIBILITY AND TRY-OUTS
Students are eligible to try out for cheerleader if they are enrolled at Westside at the time of try outs or if the student has been approved for a magnet spot during the try out period. All cheer positions require a commitment for the full school year and any senior varsity cheerleaders are not allowed to graduate early. Tryouts are held during the spring semester preceding the academic school term for which the cheerleader will participate. The selection process will include candidates for both varsity and junior varsity. Specific tryout information including dates, time, location, and guidelines are published prior to the actual event. All phases of the tryouts are closed to the public; this includes parents and non-participating individuals.
Please be sure to read the WHS Cheer Constitution and remember that all athletes must submit the required athletic packet forms referred to under General Information.
FEES
The total cost once selected to cheer at Westside varies but is the responsibility of the cheerleader. Fees are collected for uniforms, camp, and possible outside gym fees. Fundraising for the program will occasionally occur in an effort to off-set a small portion of the overall cost of being a cheerleader. Candidates should be acutely aware that even though every effort is made to keep cost at a minimum, there will be out of pocket expenses for each individual. In general, it can cost anywhere from $800-1800 to participate in the cheerleading program. (Please refer to estimated fees.)
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CHEERING ACTIVITIES
Westside cheerleaders also support the following athletic organizations:
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NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Cheer Tryouts for 2010-2011
An informational meeting for those interested in the 2010-2011 Varsity Cheer Squad will be held at Westside this week. The try-out clinic will be held March 22-25th also at the school. Try-outs will be held March 26, 2010.
Westside students in grades 9-11 and their parents and/or legal guardians, who are interested in trying out for the squad, must attend this mandatory informational meeting, Thursday, February 25, at 6:30 pm in S-100. Try-out packets will be available at the meeting along with specific information needed regarding the entire process.
Special note: Try-out information is available for those interested in the Varsity Cheer Squad only and only for students currently enrolled & attending classes at Westside High School.
Congratulations to Westside Cheer Competition Squad on their stunning 1st place finish at the United Cheer Texas Open Championships competition in Pasadena on January 30. The group also took 2nd at the United Cheer Nationals in Galveston February 13-14 and will compete again in March at the HISD cheer competition.
Support Westside Cheerleaders by purchasing your WHS Spirit Sign.
Link to Athletic Booster Club website