| How do we enter? |
| Just give us some initial information to start the application process, and then start gathering your materials for entry. |
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| Who is Eligible? |
| Any high school cheerleading squad |
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| What is it? |
| An award recognizing the top all-around programs in the country, which exemplify community service, outstanding school athletic support, spirit raising activities, academics, and overall, today's cheerleading squad! |
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| Include in Your Materials for Entry: |
| Note: Please place all materials in a 1/2" binder. Your application/binder should NOT exceed 20 pages |
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A Letter of Recommendation from: Your Principal or Athletic Director and a Community Leader |
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One or two community service projects/charity work events (Involving the entire squad) |
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Two of your most successful spirit raising activities |
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Most notable academic awards/honors and recognition |
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Interesting facts about your squad (tell us 3-5 things) |
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Team Photos —Displaying your squad's involvement in community service projects, spirit raising activities, and academics |
Please mail your materials to:
American School Spirit Awards
Attn:
Becky Gennings
6745 Lenox Center Court, Suite 300
Memphis, TN 38115 |
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| Helpful Hints: |
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Make sure you stick to the 20-page limit... Less is more! We're looking for quality over quantity |
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Be very descriptive with all of your activities |
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Submit photos that best demonstrate your spirit-leading successes! |
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| What are the Prizes? |
| The overall winning team receives a trip to the National High School Cheerleading Championship for 2 coaches and 4 captains/squad members and... |
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A feature spot on ESPN |
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Awards for spring banquet |
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A feature spot on Varsity.com & VarsityTV |
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Gift certificate for UCA camp |
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Pullover jackets |
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| Special Recognition for: |
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Highest Squad GPA |
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Judges' Favorites |
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Most School Spirit |
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Overall Winner |
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Most Involved in the Community |
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| Special recognized teams may receive: |
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Varsity gift certificate |
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Gift certificate for UCA camp |
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Awards for spring banquet |
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| Materials for Entry Deadline: Monday, November 30, 2009 |
| Winners Announced: Friday, December 18, 2009 |
