Tryout Packet

2015-2016

Due by 3:00pmto H220

Friday, April 17th

Please find the following inside

Page 1 ...... Welcome Letter

Page 2 ...... Tryout check list

Page 3 ...... Video application guide

Page 4 ...... PersonalApplication

Page 5...... BISD Extra Curricular Honor Code

Page 6 ...... JohnnyReb Commitment

Page 7 ...... JohnnyReb – Medical Information

Posted Online...... Teacher recommendations

Johnny Reb Candidate:

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Johnny Reb. Please carefully read this packet in its entirety before committing to the tryout process. Make sure you can be faithful to all requirements. If you are chosen to be a part of our organization, you will be held accountable for full knowledge of our constitution’s standards and expectations.

Tryouts will consist of the following:

  • A Video Application (Due with your application on Friday, April 17th)
  • Teacher Recommendations (5 of your CURRENT teachers)
  • “Skit Day”Tuesday, April 28th 3:00-5:00 Gym 3
  • InterviewThursday, April 30th H220 (You will sign up for a time between 3:00-5:00)
  • The team will be announced Friday, May1st (Keep this evening open!)

We are looking for 10-20students who exemplify the following:

Dedication to Richland High School-As a Johnny Reb, you must have a positive attitude about our school and its teams, staff, students, and opportunities as the organization has a significant influence on school morale. You must also be committed to being a mentor for the underclassmen of our school.

High Moral Standards- Becoming a Johnny Reb is an honor. We are a highly visible group, and you must be able to maintain the highest of standards at all times. Once you are a Johnny Reb, your conduct, language, appearance, and attitude should be that of a role model for peers and younger students.

Commitment of Time and Energy to Johnny Reb Events-As a Johnny Reb, you will be expected to uphold all of the duties and responsibilities of the group including punctual attendance at all J Reb events.

Commitment to the Community: The Johnny Rebs will be leaders in the community by supporting and developing ways to “give back” to our district and the city.

Requirements:

  • Parent Information Night:Omni Room on Thursday, April 9th Omni Room 7:30. This meeting is mandatory. Your attendance is required as well as that of at least one of your guardians. The tryout procedure will be explained in detail at this meeting, and each candidate will sign up for his/her try-out interview time. Please bring this packet with you to “Parent Information Night.”
  • Your video application and teacher recommendations are due by 3pm, Friday, April 17th.
  1. E-mail your video application as an attachment to Mrs. Stutz. See web-site for details. Cameras are available in the library and videos can be recorded on campus before school or during lunch.
  2. Bring the cover sheet to Mrs. Stutz. This will just confirm that I should have a video from you, it gives me the ability to get it from you if there was a technology problem.
  • Do not forget to attach a copy of your most recent report card that includes attendance information.

The Johnny Reb organization is onewith a rich history full of tradition and credibility in Northeast Tarrant County. Participation results in many rewarding experiences and valuable relationships that are remembered long after graduation. As we strive to uphold this tradition, please carefully consider the responsibilities seriously before proceeding with the tryout process. (Keep this letter in your records.)

Good Luck!

Ashleigh Stutz

Johnny Reb Sponsor

Tryout Check List (Keep this page for your records):

Print Tryout packet including a copy of your most recent report card with attendance information.

Read the Constitution posted on the web.

Take packet and parent to Parent Information Night at 7:30pm on April 9th in the Omni.

Hand out teacher recommendation forms by April 10th to five of your current teachers – this will give the teachers time to return them.

Record your video application and e-mail it to Mrs. Stutz . ()

Take Mrs. Stutz (H220) a completed application and all necessary documentation. (Application is not complete without all forms and video.)

Tryout Timeline:

  • Check the website for an announcement of those being called back. This list will be available by April 23rd .
  • If your name is listed, bring comfy, casual clothes that will allow you to move about modestly to the skit day tryouts on April 28th.
  • Bring nicer school clothes to the interview night on April 30th.
  • Wait for the announcement on Friday May 1st.

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Video Application for Johnny Reb Candidates

Keep this page for your records.

Using a video recorder, phone, flip camera or any other device that can record your answers in a viewable video format that can be viewed by computer please send your answers to the following questions. Please keep the following items in mind:

  • Cameras are available in the library and many of you have friends who will record your responses for you.
  • Turning in your videos early will give me an opportunity to view them and make sure that they are working before the deadline. If they are sent at the deadline, and do not work your videos will notbe judged. You should plan to have your video turned in BEFORE the deadline to avoid this possible circumstance.
  • Be clear, concise and brief. Each of the answers should be less than 30 seconds in length. Plan your answer before recording it. The entire video should be NO LONGER than 1.5 minutes. Points may be deducted if the video is too long.
  • Each of the 3questions are worth 10 points. Each of the questions will be judged by a panel of judges. These judges will be different from the judges you will see in interview, so they will not be biased by your videos. The judges will judge each question on a scale from 1 to 10. You will also receive an additional 10 points as an overall score for your video/ impression of you, the candidate.
  • This video is important. Your score on this video will be combined with the scores that you receive from grades, attendance, discipline and teacher references and placed on a scale of 100. If there are more than 25 applicants only the top 25 will be selected on the basis of these 100 points. If you make it through this round, the live tryouts will be worth another 100 points for a possible score of 200.

Questions

Start by recording your name and your grade.

  1. What is the purpose the Johnny Reb organization and why is such a group necessary at RHS?
  2. The Johnny Rebs are leaders on campus. What is your leadership style and/or what will you add to the organization?
  3. The Johnny Rebs will continue to be mentors to the upcoming freshman of RHS. Describe how you will be a great role model for our underclassmen.

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Application

Name: ______Grade: ______Age: ______

Birth Date: ______E-mail: ______

Cell Phone Number: ______Shirt size: ______

Parent/Guardian Names:______

Parent/Guardian E-mail: ______

Parent/Guardian Numbers: Home ______Cell ______

Emergency Contact Name (other than parent/guardian): ______

Relation to student: ______

Emergency Contact Number: ______

Please answer the following questions to the best of your knowledge. (These questions are for information only and are not graded for your tryout ranking.)

  1. What school-related activities have you been involved in?
  1. What school and out of school activities are you hoping to be involved in next year (please also include job information)?

3. List the FIVE CURRENT teachers to whom you gave recommendation forms.

***You must attach a copy of your report card that includes your grades, conduct, and teacher’s names for the first four six weeks. Also attach the signed honor code, Johnny Reb Commitment and medical information sheets.****

BIRDVILLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

EXTRACURRICULAR HONOR CODE

Participation in extracurricular activities in the BirdvilleIndependentSchool District is a privilege, not a right. With that privilege comes certain expectations beyond those found in the regular school setting. Students selected to participate in extracurricular activities in Birdville must recognize and accept that these expectations hold them to a higher standard than that of the general school population. These individual are representatives of the individual campus, as well as the district, and will demonstrate the highest levels of character and behavior.

Based on this philosophy, extracurricular participants must:

a)Demonstrate the importance of academic excellence by maintaining

eligibility through high academic standards.

b)Abstain from the use or possession of tobacco, alcohol, steroids, drugs,

or other illegal substances on campus or at school sponsored activities.

c)Practice good citizenship in all environments by respecting the property

and rights of others.

d)Be free from activities that result in felonious charges

e)Demonstrate a knowledge of and be accountable for the individual rules

of the extracurricular organization as outlined by the sponsor.

It is the responsibility of students, parents, sponsors/coaches, and the respective directors to ensure this high level of expectation. This code applies to all participants of extracurricular activities throughout the school year.

A student who violates one or more parts of the Extracurricular Honor Code, or is charged with violation of any of the acts referenced in Education Code 37.007 will be removed from all extracurricular activities until the allegations are resolved. If it is determined that a violation has occurred, a penalty will be administered and removal from extracurricular activities will apply.

Participant’s Name (please print)______

I have read, understand, and agree to abide by all provisions of the Birdville Independent School District Extracurricular Honor Code.

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Participant’s SignatureDate

I understand and agree to abide by all provisions of the Birdville Independent School District Extracurricular Honor Code.

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Parent’s SignatureDate

Johnny Reb Commitment

I have read the Johnny Reb Constitution (Posted online) and the Honor Code (previous document) and understand the responsibilities and privileges of being a Johnny Reb. I will abide by these rules and regulations to the best of my ability.

I will cooperate fully with the sponsor and all persons and organizations concerned to promote spirit and good sportsmanship at Richland High School. I will commit to being an excellent role model for all students at RHS.

At all times, whether at school or away from school, I will conduct myself in a manner that best represents tradition, students, and faculty of Richland High School.

Signature: ______Grade: ______Date ______

Parent’s Commitment:

I/We, ______the parent(s) of ______

give permission for my/our child to try out for the Johnny Rebs.

  • I/We have read the constitution for Johnny Rebs and accept the rules and regulations. I/We will also encourage my/our child to be a leader that the high school will be proud to have as a representative of the school.
  • I/We also understand the financial obligations that must be fulfilled if my/our child is selected as a Johnny Reb.
  • I/We understand that if my/our child is selected to be a Johnny Reb, the bill must be paid in full by the last day of school and that failure to pay this bill will result in the suspension of my/our child until the debt is paid.
  • I/We understand that, if selected, my/our child must ride school-approved transportation to and from away games because of the responsibility the school has for my/our child.
  • I/We understand that failure to follow the rules and regulations of the constitution and merit/demerit system will result in dismissal or suspension from the team.
  • I/We understand that my/our student must have a current UIL Medical History and Physical Examination Form on file with the sponsor and be covered by accident insurance.

Signature of Parent(s): ______Date: ______

Richland High School Johnny Reb – Medical Information

Please print and fill this form out completely.

Name: ______

Are you currently taking any medication? Yes______No ______

If yes, list medication(s): ______

______

Are there any specific medical allergies, chronic illnesses or other medical conditions that the staff should be aware of:______

______

Please fill in the appropriate information:

School accident insurance: Yes______No ______

If no: Insurance company ______

Policy number: ______

Group number: ______

Name of person listed on the insurance card: ______

If, in the judgment of the school, the above student should need immediate treatment as a result of any injury or sickness I do hereby request, authorize, and consent to such care and treatment as may be given t said student by any physician, trainer, nurse, or school representative. I do hereby agree to indemnify and save harmless the school and any school representative from any claim by any person on account of such care and treatment of said student. Furthermore, I do hereby authorize, consent, agree, and request that any medical information necessary for the advancement of care for said student be shared with those individuals deemed necessary. My signature below gives authorization that is necessary for the school district, its trainers, coaches, associated physicians and student insurance personnel to share information concerning medical diagnosis and treatments for my student.

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Parent/Guardian’s signatureDate

Dear Parent or Guardian of RHS Johnny Reb:

Due to the design of our facilities in the Birdville Independent School District and the usage thereof, our Johnny Rebs may be required to leave campus, before, during or after school to participate in games and/or appearances. Richland High School Johnny Rebs will be responsible for providing their own transportation to the following locations:

W.G. Thomas Coliseum, 6108 Broadway, Haltom City, 76117

Hallie D. Shannon Education Center, 3120 Carson St. Haltom City, 76117

Birdville Stadium, 6125 East Belknap, Haltom City, 76117

Birdville Fine Arts/Athletics Complex (FAAC), 9200 Mid Cities Blvd, NRH, 76180

Haltom High School, 5501 N. Haltom Rd, Haltom City, 76137

Birdville High School, 9100 Mid Cities Blvd. NRH, 76180

North Ridge Middle School, 7332 Douglas Lane NRH, 76180

North Richland Middle School, 4800 Rufe Snow Drive, NRH, 76180

All of the above locations are within a five (5) mile radius of Richland High School.

I understand that my son/daughter ______, will be responsible for providing his/her own transportation to one of the above locations to participate in a practice and/or a scheduled athletic event.

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Parent/Guardian Signature Date

Frequently Asked Questions

Keep this page for your records.

1. How much does it cost to be a Johnny Reb?

Dues are paid in two different installments. The first installment of 100 is paid by the member and is due by the first member meeting. This meeting is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, May 7th in H220.

The second installment of 300 dollars is paid by sponsors that the member secures. These sponsors are intended to be community businesses as a way to advertise our organization, obtain additional funding, and a way for the sponsor to advertise his/her business. Please note that no more than 100 dollars of the total 300 dollars can be obtained from family members. The sponsorship dues are due by Tuesday, June 30th.

2. Can students be involved in athletics and/or other organizations?

Yes, a Johnny Reb may be involved in other campus organizations/athletics; however, the following must be understood by the Johnny Reb member:

1. Johnny Rebs must be given equal or greater attention and commitment.

2. The student must have enough time to commit to the Johnny Reb organization. In the Fall, we attend all football games, participate in all pep rallies, lead community service projects, and lead the freshman mentoring program. In the spring we continue our responsibilities to spring season sports, community service, and freshman mentoring in addition to our annual LipSync.

3. Please note that some organizations and sports are easier to accommodate than others. Before making a commitment to Johnny Rebs, be sure to inform both the Johnny Reb sponsor and the sponsor/coach of the additional organization of your intentions.

3. What summer commitments are involved?

1. All members are required to attend Johnny Reb retreat.

2. All members are encouraged to attend social events designed by the captains. These are especially important to help the team bond before the beginning of the school year.

3. All members are required to attend all of paint week (which is more than just painting!). Please plan to be at school the two weeks prior the first day of class in August. (August 10th- August 21st)

4. FISH Camp scheduled during paint week (more information to come at the member meeting).

4. Can students use Johnny Reb events for community service hours?

Yes, you may use Johnny Reb events for community service with approval of other parties involved.

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