Expectations as an IDT Dancer

Commitment and Attendance: Attend ALL practices, games, and team meetings on time. Get to practice early so you have time to prepare to dance. You should be ready to dance and out on the floor when practice starts. Early is on time and on time is late. Have a PARENT communicate 48 hours in advance if you are unable to attend practice. YOU ARE A STUDENT ATHLETE. School first, dance second. Prioritize physical and mental well-being, staying hydrated, rested, and injury-free. Balance athletics with academics, ensuring that schoolwork remains a priority. Manage time efficiently, fulfilling both athletic and academic commitments

Effort and Attitude: Give 100% effort during practices and games which means you should be doing it full out when we tell you to. Maintain a positive and respectful attitude toward coaches, teammates, and other athletes. 

Respect and Teamwork: Show respect to all teammates, coaches, officials, and other athletes. Do not make rude comments about the football players smelling bad when we are walking by them. NOT APPROPRIATE. Leave your attitude at the door. Work together as a team, support each other, cheer each other on. Understand that individual success contributes to team success.

Personal Responsibility and Growth mindset: Take responsibility for your own actions, be accountable for poms, shoes, uniforms, and all other materials. If I do not bring everything on the checklist sent out for the performance I will not be dancing. Be open to constructive feedback and focused on continuous improvement. Set personal and team goals and work towards them with discipline and perseverance