Mission of the Program
Fostering a community of athletes, our mission is to develop leaders through the power of cheer, shaping individuals who adhere to our core values of teamwork, respect, responsibility, integrity, and sportsmanship.
Program Documents
Sponsors
Head Sponsor
Erin Wylie
Assistant Sponsor
Hannah Rivers
Mission/ Purpose: The purpose of the Junction City High School Cheer Squad is to promote and develop school spirit and good sportsmanship. The cheerleaders are school representatives and leaders, whether in uniform or not, and must display a positive attitude and exhibit exemplary behavior. The cheerleading program supports interschool athletics and upholds, reflects, and projects the goals of the school community. High on the list of priorities are academic excellence and athletic skill with an emphasis on safety.
Membership Requirements: Selected from tryouts in early spring for the following year. A full Fall/Winter Sports season commitment is required to be on the team. Fall: Varsity and JV cheer for Varsity and JV athletic events. Winter: Varsity and JV cheer for Varsity and JV athletic events. New students who enroll after tryouts should contact the Head Coach for a tryout opportunity. You must currently be on a high school squad at your previous school to be eligible to try out. Students must be passing (5) subjects and be in good standing (eligible per KSHSAA rules and regulations), and currently have a 2.0 Cumulative GPA. Once selected, squad members must adhere to the academic and citizenship guidelines as outlined in the JCHS cheer handbook. Cheerleading is a year-long commitment.
Dues: There are no specific dues, but cheerleaders are responsible for purchasing practice/camp clothing. This year’s approximate costs are $700.00.
Projects: Varsity squad cheers at all home and away varsity-level football and basketball contests. JV squad cheers at all home JV level football and basketball contests. Members also participate in pep rallies, and community parades, visit local elementary schools, and host youth cheer clinics for students in grades K through 8th.
Criteria to Earn Graduation credit: Finish season in good standing.