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Sunday November 8, 2026
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Competition Cheering 2026-2027 - PreK & K - Mini Knights
Tri-Town Knights Competition CheeringGrades PreK - 8th Learn some fun routines and work as a team to perform at several competitions throughout the season! Registration OPENS: Monday, September 7th Registration DEADLINE: Friday, October 23rdNOTE - For Regal & Varsity (5th-8th grade) we are asking to be signed up by Friday, October 9th before the mandatory Stunt Clinic. MANDATORY STUNTING CLINIC FOR REGALS & VARSITY: Saturday, October 10th 4-8pmThis will be to determine stunt groups prior to choreographyASSESSMENTS (2nd, 4th & 6th grade only): Wednesday, November 4thThis is only for athletes with prior cheer experience who wish to assess up to the next level. Please submit your athlete assessment request no later than: Friday, October 30thOnly one assessment date will be provided. MANDATORY PARENT MEETINGFriday, November 6thPoland Town Hall6pm-7pmCost: $70 (Includes rental of Cheer uniform and a hair bow. Bow can be kept at the end of the season).Participants are responsible for finding all white, laced sneakers.No velcro! This is a MYCCA rule for safety purposes. Payment must be received no later than December 1st and prior to receiving a uniform. Athlete will not be issued a uniform until registration fee is paid in FULL. PRACTICES, COACHES, DIVISIONSPractices begin the week of November 8thNOTE: We have two locations where practices will be held. The Poland Town Hall, and the Mechanic Falls Town Office gym, locatedin the basement of the Town Hall building (108 Lewiston St., Mechanic Falls) COACHING: We are looking for a Mini Knights coach. If you have prior cheer experience and would like to coach, please reach out to Vanessa atvharlow@polandtownoffice.org Mini Knights (PreK + K) - Rising Stars DivisionCOACHES: TBDSundays = 12pm-1:15pm, 2nd practice TBD Mighty Knights (Grades 1+2) - Rising Stars Division COACHES: Myshel Gagne Mondays & Wednesdays* 6-7:30pm*Wednesdays practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymRoyal Knights (Grades [2], 3+4) - Shooting Stars DivisionCOACHES: Lauren Paine & Michelle Carlton Sundays 1:30-3:30pm, Wednesdays & Fridays* 6-8pm*Friday's practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymRegal Knights (Grades [4], 5 + 6) - Shining Stars Division COACH: Casey Barnett Sundays 3:45-5:45pm, Tuesdays* & Thursdays 6-8pm*Tuesdays practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymMANDATORY CHOREOGRAPHY: Sunday, December 13th 1:45-5:45pm & Tuesday, December 15th 6-8pm Varsity Knights (Grades [6], 7 + 8) - Super Stars DivisionCOACHES: Sarah Allen & Shelly ColtartSundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays* & Fridays 6-8pm*Thursday's practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymMANDATORY CHOREOGRAPHY:Wednesday, December 9th 4pm-8pm at the Mechanic Falls gym MANDATORY PARENT MEETINGThe first practice will be a mandatory parent meeting run by the team's coaches. A code of conduct form will be handed out to be signed and turned in. Uniform sizing will also take place at this first practice. We ask for parent assistance for the younger teams to do sizing. PRACTICES ALL Cheering practices are CLOSED The Mini Knights will have the first two weeks open to allow time for the athlete to get acquainted with the coach as we understand that age group can be more shy. Coaches reserve the right to hold practices without an audience. For safety reasons we need to have as little distraction for the cheerleaders and coaches. Some routines are challenging and we do not want to create any unnecessary risk. Coaches may offer sneak peak practices during the season. You will have many opportunities to see your child(ren) perform throughout the season. Parents may wait out in the lobby area if they wish for the Mini and Mighty Knights teams. Season runs November 8th through April 10th.ATTENDANCEWe have a strict attendance policy for Competition Cheering. This program requires all it's participants to be present at ALL practices in order for the routines to be a success. If your child is ill; you must call the coach to inform them of their absence as soon as possible. If the coach does not receive a phone call or notification of your child's absence prior to the start of practice, it will be marked as unexcused. If a child is sick for more than 2 practices, a doctor's note will be required to return. Stunting and formation makes this sport difficult to function without all team members. Three unexcused absences can result in being removed from the team without a refund. Coaches will decide on what is considered an excused or unexcused absence. We understand some families like to take vacations during February break, please let coaches know ASAP if you plan to be away. If coaches do not get notification of an absence, it will count as unexcused. ChoreographyWe will be holding MANDATORY choreography sessions for the Regals & Varsity teams. Your athlete MUST attend.REGAL CHOREOGRAPHY DATE/TIMESSunday, December 13th 1:45-5:45pm & Tuesday, December 15th 6-8pmVARSITY CHOREOGRAPHY DATE/TIMESWednesday, December 9th = 4pm-8pmPlease make sure to pack plenty of healthy snacks and a full water bottle ASSESSMENTSDate: Wednesday, November 4thTime: 6:00pm-7:00pmLocation: Town Hall 2nd, 4th and 6th graders with prior competitive cheering experience can request to be assessed to be considered to move up. NOTE - 2nd, 4th and 6th graders who are assessed will only move up to the next division if: (1) there is room on the team (some teams may already be full)(2) their skill level and readiness to be moved up to the next level Assessing does not guarantee your athlete will be moved up. Assessment results will be shared before practices start, not at assessment night. Please allow time for coaches to deliberate. - If you are interested in being assessed and you meet the criteria above, please contact our office by no later than October 20th.- If your child can not make the assessment date, your child will not be considered for advancement. No make-up dates will be scheduled. - Only those with prior Cheerleading experience will be considered for assessments. If you wish to have your 2nd, 4th and 6th graders to be assessed, please email Vanessa at: Email: vharlow@polandtownoffice.org DISCLAIMERCheering is a physically challenging sport which requires lifting other participants, tumbling and constant movement. You may want to consider consulting a physician prior to participation.We do require conditioning as part of our program to safely be able to perform the routines and stunting procedures. Conditioning outside of practice times are strongly encouraged. Failure to participate in conditioning can result in your child not be allowed to be assigned to a stunt group. Father-Daughter Ball We plan to host a Father-Daughter Ball Saturday, January 16th. Parent volunteers are required. This can be in the form of a food donation, volunteering during the event or help with setting up and clean-up. An email will go out closer to the event with sign-ups. DATES TO REMEMBERRegal & Varsity Stunting Clinic - Saturday, October 10thAssessment Deadline - October 31stOctober 23rd - Registration DeadlineNovember 4th - Assessments for 2nd, 4th and 6th graders...see above info.Mandatory Parent Meeting- Friday, November 6th 6-7pmUniform Sizing - At first practicePractices begin week of November 8thDecember 9th - Mandatory Choreography for VarsitySaturday, January 16th - Father-Daughter Ball @ PCS Saturday, January 23rd - Family & Friends Night @ PCSFriday, March 12th - Spirit Invitational Set-up 6pm-8pm @ PRHSSaturday, March 13th - Hosting Spirit Invitational @ PRHSSaturday, April 3rd - Maine Cheer Classic Saturday, April 10th Cheer Ceremony- PRHSFUNDRAISINGWe have several ways in which we raise money for our cheer program to help offset the cost of registrations. Participation from parents is required. Failure to acquire the necessary volunteers for certain events could result in not being able to hold that event in future, and could result in increased registration fees. Ways in which we fundraise are:Father-Daughter BallSpirit Invitational Ways parents can help:Volunteer to prepare food or donate foodSetup for either eventCleanup for either eventVolunteering for certain duties at either event (serving food, admission, etc.)Moving cheer mats to and from events - this is a huge help!Payment Options At the end of registration, you will have two options: OPTION 1 (button on the left): Pay entire amount via credit card online (subject to a 3% processing fee) or OPTION 2 (button on the right) choose "Print a Pre-Registration Form" to pay via check or cash. A red message will then pop up saying,“You will not be registered until payment is received”Please hit the green “Yes” button to complete the registration. We will then see it on our end to complete your registration. If you don’t hit “Yes”, we will not see that you are attempting to register and you will have to start over. You will receive an email confirmation when registration is complete. Please make checks payable to: TOWN OF POLAND Memo line: Cheering Payments can be dropped off in our office during office hours, or placed in our drop box. Our drop box is located directly to the left of our office entrance. Please place payment in the door, so it drops to the bottom when you close it. You can login into your account any time after registration and make payment. Subject to a 3% processing fee. If you have any questions, please call our office at:207-998-4601 option 5
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1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Competition Cheering 2026-2027 - Grades (2), 3 & 4 - Royal Knights
Tri-Town Knights Competition CheeringGrades PreK - 8th Learn some fun routines and work as a team to perform at several competitions throughout the season! Registration OPENS: Monday, September 7th Registration DEADLINE: Friday, October 23rdNOTE - For Regal & Varsity (5th-8th grade) we are asking to be signed up by Friday, October 9th before the mandatory Stunt Clinic. MANDATORY STUNTING CLINIC FOR REGALS & VARSITY: Saturday, October 10th 4-8pmThis will be to determine stunt groups prior to choreographyASSESSMENTS (2nd, 4th & 6th grade only): Wednesday, November 4thThis is only for athletes with prior cheer experience who wish to assess up to the next level. Please submit your athlete assessment request no later than: Friday, October 30thOnly one assessment date will be provided. MANDATORY PARENT MEETINGFriday, November 6thPoland Town Hall6pm-7pmCost: $70 (Includes rental of Cheer uniform and a hair bow. Bow can be kept at the end of the season).Participants are responsible for finding all white, laced sneakers.No velcro! This is a MYCCA rule for safety purposes. Payment must be received no later than December 1st and prior to receiving a uniform. Athlete will not be issued a uniform until registration fee is paid in FULL. PRACTICES, COACHES, DIVISIONSPractices begin the week of November 8thNOTE: We have two locations where practices will be held. The Poland Town Hall, and the Mechanic Falls Town Office gym, locatedin the basement of the Town Hall building (108 Lewiston St., Mechanic Falls) COACHING: We are looking for a Mini Knights coach. If you have prior cheer experience and would like to coach, please reach out to Vanessa atvharlow@polandtownoffice.org Mini Knights (PreK + K) - Rising Stars DivisionCOACHES: TBDSundays = 12pm-1:15pm, 2nd practice TBD Mighty Knights (Grades 1+2) - Rising Stars Division COACHES: Myshel Gagne Mondays & Wednesdays* 6-7:30pm*Wednesdays practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymRoyal Knights (Grades [2], 3+4) - Shooting Stars DivisionCOACHES: Lauren Paine & Michelle Carlton Sundays 1:30-3:30pm, Wednesdays & Fridays* 6-8pm*Friday's practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymRegal Knights (Grades [4], 5 + 6) - Shining Stars Division COACH: Casey Barnett Sundays 3:45-5:45pm, Tuesdays* & Thursdays 6-8pm*Tuesdays practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymMANDATORY CHOREOGRAPHY: Sunday, December 13th 1:45-5:45pm & Tuesday, December 15th 6-8pm Varsity Knights (Grades [6], 7 + 8) - Super Stars DivisionCOACHES: Sarah Allen & Shelly ColtartSundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays* & Fridays 6-8pm*Thursday's practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymMANDATORY CHOREOGRAPHY:Wednesday, December 9th 4pm-8pm at the Mechanic Falls gym MANDATORY PARENT MEETINGThe first practice will be a mandatory parent meeting run by the team's coaches. A code of conduct form will be handed out to be signed and turned in. Uniform sizing will also take place at this first practice. We ask for parent assistance for the younger teams to do sizing. PRACTICES ALL Cheering practices are CLOSED The Mini Knights will have the first two weeks open to allow time for the athlete to get acquainted with the coach as we understand that age group can be more shy. Coaches reserve the right to hold practices without an audience. For safety reasons we need to have as little distraction for the cheerleaders and coaches. Some routines are challenging and we do not want to create any unnecessary risk. Coaches may offer sneak peak practices during the season. You will have many opportunities to see your child(ren) perform throughout the season. Parents may wait out in the lobby area if they wish for the Mini and Mighty Knights teams. Season runs November 8th through April 10th.ATTENDANCEWe have a strict attendance policy for Competition Cheering. This program requires all it's participants to be present at ALL practices in order for the routines to be a success. If your child is ill; you must call the coach to inform them of their absence as soon as possible. If the coach does not receive a phone call or notification of your child's absence prior to the start of practice, it will be marked as unexcused. If a child is sick for more than 2 practices, a doctor's note will be required to return. Stunting and formation makes this sport difficult to function without all team members. Three unexcused absences can result in being removed from the team without a refund. Coaches will decide on what is considered an excused or unexcused absence. We understand some families like to take vacations during February break, please let coaches know ASAP if you plan to be away. If coaches do not get notification of an absence, it will count as unexcused. ChoreographyWe will be holding MANDATORY choreography sessions for the Regals & Varsity teams. Your athlete MUST attend.REGAL CHOREOGRAPHY DATE/TIMESSunday, December 13th 1:45-5:45pm & Tuesday, December 15th 6-8pmVARSITY CHOREOGRAPHY DATE/TIMESWednesday, December 9th = 4pm-8pmPlease make sure to pack plenty of healthy snacks and a full water bottle ASSESSMENTSDate: Wednesday, November 4thTime: 6:00pm-7:00pmLocation: Town Hall 2nd, 4th and 6th graders with prior competitive cheering experience can request to be assessed to be considered to move up. NOTE - 2nd, 4th and 6th graders who are assessed will only move up to the next division if: (1) there is room on the team (some teams may already be full)(2) their skill level and readiness to be moved up to the next level Assessing does not guarantee your athlete will be moved up. Assessment results will be shared before practices start, not at assessment night. Please allow time for coaches to deliberate. - If you are interested in being assessed and you meet the criteria above, please contact our office by no later than October 20th.- If your child can not make the assessment date, your child will not be considered for advancement. No make-up dates will be scheduled. - Only those with prior Cheerleading experience will be considered for assessments. If you wish to have your 2nd, 4th and 6th graders to be assessed, please email Vanessa at: Email: vharlow@polandtownoffice.org DISCLAIMERCheering is a physically challenging sport which requires lifting other participants, tumbling and constant movement. You may want to consider consulting a physician prior to participation.We do require conditioning as part of our program to safely be able to perform the routines and stunting procedures. Conditioning outside of practice times are strongly encouraged. Failure to participate in conditioning can result in your child not be allowed to be assigned to a stunt group. Father-Daughter Ball We plan to host a Father-Daughter Ball Saturday, January 16th. Parent volunteers are required. This can be in the form of a food donation, volunteering during the event or help with setting up and clean-up. An email will go out closer to the event with sign-ups. DATES TO REMEMBERRegal & Varsity Stunting Clinic - Saturday, October 10thAssessment Deadline - October 31stOctober 23rd - Registration DeadlineNovember 4th - Assessments for 2nd, 4th and 6th graders...see above info.Mandatory Parent Meeting- Friday, November 6th 6-7pmUniform Sizing - At first practicePractices begin week of November 8thDecember 9th - Mandatory Choreography for VarsitySaturday, January 16th - Father-Daughter Ball @ PCS Saturday, January 23rd - Family & Friends Night @ PCSFriday, March 12th - Spirit Invitational Set-up 6pm-8pm @ PRHSSaturday, March 13th - Hosting Spirit Invitational @ PRHSSaturday, April 3rd - Maine Cheer Classic Saturday, April 10th Cheer Ceremony- PRHSFUNDRAISINGWe have several ways in which we raise money for our cheer program to help offset the cost of registrations. Participation from parents is required. Failure to acquire the necessary volunteers for certain events could result in not being able to hold that event in future, and could result in increased registration fees. Ways in which we fundraise are:Father-Daughter BallSpirit Invitational Ways parents can help:Volunteer to prepare food or donate foodSetup for either eventCleanup for either eventVolunteering for certain duties at either event (serving food, admission, etc.)Moving cheer mats to and from events - this is a huge help!Payment Options At the end of registration, you will have two options: OPTION 1 (button on the left): Pay entire amount via credit card online (subject to a 3% processing fee) or OPTION 2 (button on the right) choose "Print a Pre-Registration Form" to pay via check or cash. A red message will then pop up saying,“You will not be registered until payment is received”Please hit the green “Yes” button to complete the registration. We will then see it on our end to complete your registration. If you don’t hit “Yes”, we will not see that you are attempting to register and you will have to start over. You will receive an email confirmation when registration is complete. Please make checks payable to: TOWN OF POLAND Memo line: Cheering Payments can be dropped off in our office during office hours, or placed in our drop box. Our drop box is located directly to the left of our office entrance. Please place payment in the door, so it drops to the bottom when you close it. You can login into your account any time after registration and make payment. Subject to a 3% processing fee. If you have any questions, please call our office at:207-998-4601 option 5
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3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
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Competition Cheering 2026-2027 - Grades (4), 5 & 6 - Regal Knights
Tri-Town Knights Competition CheeringGrades PreK - 8th Learn some fun routines and work as a team to perform at several competitions throughout the season! Registration OPENS: Monday, September 7th Registration DEADLINE: Friday, October 23rdNOTE - For Regal & Varsity (5th-8th grade) we are asking to be signed up by Friday, October 9th before the mandatory Stunt Clinic. MANDATORY STUNTING CLINIC FOR REGALS & VARSITY: Saturday, October 10th 4-8pmThis will be to determine stunt groups prior to choreographyASSESSMENTS (2nd, 4th & 6th grade only): Wednesday, November 4thThis is only for athletes with prior cheer experience who wish to assess up to the next level. Please submit your athlete assessment request no later than: Friday, October 30thOnly one assessment date will be provided. MANDATORY PARENT MEETINGFriday, November 6thPoland Town Hall6pm-7pmCost: $70 (Includes rental of Cheer uniform and a hair bow. Bow can be kept at the end of the season).Participants are responsible for finding all white, laced sneakers.No velcro! This is a MYCCA rule for safety purposes. Payment must be received no later than December 1st and prior to receiving a uniform. Athlete will not be issued a uniform until registration fee is paid in FULL. PRACTICES, COACHES, DIVISIONSPractices begin the week of November 8thNOTE: We have two locations where practices will be held. The Poland Town Hall, and the Mechanic Falls Town Office gym, locatedin the basement of the Town Hall building (108 Lewiston St., Mechanic Falls) COACHING: We are looking for a Mini Knights coach. If you have prior cheer experience and would like to coach, please reach out to Vanessa atvharlow@polandtownoffice.org Mini Knights (PreK + K) - Rising Stars DivisionCOACHES: TBDSundays = 12pm-1:15pm, 2nd practice TBD Mighty Knights (Grades 1+2) - Rising Stars Division COACHES: Myshel Gagne Mondays & Wednesdays* 6-7:30pm*Wednesdays practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymRoyal Knights (Grades [2], 3+4) - Shooting Stars DivisionCOACHES: Lauren Paine & Michelle Carlton Sundays 1:30-3:30pm, Wednesdays & Fridays* 6-8pm*Friday's practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymRegal Knights (Grades [4], 5 + 6) - Shining Stars Division COACH: Casey Barnett Sundays 3:45-5:45pm, Tuesdays* & Thursdays 6-8pm*Tuesdays practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymMANDATORY CHOREOGRAPHY: Sunday, December 13th 1:45-5:45pm & Tuesday, December 15th 6-8pm Varsity Knights (Grades [6], 7 + 8) - Super Stars DivisionCOACHES: Sarah Allen & Shelly ColtartSundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays* & Fridays 6-8pm*Thursday's practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymMANDATORY CHOREOGRAPHY:Wednesday, December 9th 4pm-8pm at the Mechanic Falls gym MANDATORY PARENT MEETINGThe first practice will be a mandatory parent meeting run by the team's coaches. A code of conduct form will be handed out to be signed and turned in. Uniform sizing will also take place at this first practice. We ask for parent assistance for the younger teams to do sizing. PRACTICES ALL Cheering practices are CLOSED The Mini Knights will have the first two weeks open to allow time for the athlete to get acquainted with the coach as we understand that age group can be more shy. Coaches reserve the right to hold practices without an audience. For safety reasons we need to have as little distraction for the cheerleaders and coaches. Some routines are challenging and we do not want to create any unnecessary risk. Coaches may offer sneak peak practices during the season. You will have many opportunities to see your child(ren) perform throughout the season. Parents may wait out in the lobby area if they wish for the Mini and Mighty Knights teams. Season runs November 8th through April 10th.ATTENDANCEWe have a strict attendance policy for Competition Cheering. This program requires all it's participants to be present at ALL practices in order for the routines to be a success. If your child is ill; you must call the coach to inform them of their absence as soon as possible. If the coach does not receive a phone call or notification of your child's absence prior to the start of practice, it will be marked as unexcused. If a child is sick for more than 2 practices, a doctor's note will be required to return. Stunting and formation makes this sport difficult to function without all team members. Three unexcused absences can result in being removed from the team without a refund. Coaches will decide on what is considered an excused or unexcused absence. We understand some families like to take vacations during February break, please let coaches know ASAP if you plan to be away. If coaches do not get notification of an absence, it will count as unexcused. ChoreographyWe will be holding MANDATORY choreography sessions for the Regals & Varsity teams. Your athlete MUST attend.REGAL CHOREOGRAPHY DATE/TIMESSunday, December 13th 1:45-5:45pm & Tuesday, December 15th 6-8pmVARSITY CHOREOGRAPHY DATE/TIMESWednesday, December 9th = 4pm-8pmPlease make sure to pack plenty of healthy snacks and a full water bottle ASSESSMENTSDate: Wednesday, November 4thTime: 6:00pm-7:00pmLocation: Town Hall 2nd, 4th and 6th graders with prior competitive cheering experience can request to be assessed to be considered to move up. NOTE - 2nd, 4th and 6th graders who are assessed will only move up to the next division if: (1) there is room on the team (some teams may already be full)(2) their skill level and readiness to be moved up to the next level Assessing does not guarantee your athlete will be moved up. Assessment results will be shared before practices start, not at assessment night. Please allow time for coaches to deliberate. - If you are interested in being assessed and you meet the criteria above, please contact our office by no later than October 20th.- If your child can not make the assessment date, your child will not be considered for advancement. No make-up dates will be scheduled. - Only those with prior Cheerleading experience will be considered for assessments. If you wish to have your 2nd, 4th and 6th graders to be assessed, please email Vanessa at: Email: vharlow@polandtownoffice.org DISCLAIMERCheering is a physically challenging sport which requires lifting other participants, tumbling and constant movement. You may want to consider consulting a physician prior to participation.We do require conditioning as part of our program to safely be able to perform the routines and stunting procedures. Conditioning outside of practice times are strongly encouraged. Failure to participate in conditioning can result in your child not be allowed to be assigned to a stunt group. Father-Daughter Ball We plan to host a Father-Daughter Ball Saturday, January 16th. Parent volunteers are required. This can be in the form of a food donation, volunteering during the event or help with setting up and clean-up. An email will go out closer to the event with sign-ups. DATES TO REMEMBERRegal & Varsity Stunting Clinic - Saturday, October 10thAssessment Deadline - October 31stOctober 23rd - Registration DeadlineNovember 4th - Assessments for 2nd, 4th and 6th graders...see above info.Mandatory Parent Meeting- Friday, November 6th 6-7pmUniform Sizing - At first practicePractices begin week of November 8thDecember 9th - Mandatory Choreography for VarsitySaturday, January 16th - Father-Daughter Ball @ PCS Saturday, January 23rd - Family & Friends Night @ PCSFriday, March 12th - Spirit Invitational Set-up 6pm-8pm @ PRHSSaturday, March 13th - Hosting Spirit Invitational @ PRHSSaturday, April 3rd - Maine Cheer Classic Saturday, April 10th Cheer Ceremony- PRHSFUNDRAISINGWe have several ways in which we raise money for our cheer program to help offset the cost of registrations. Participation from parents is required. Failure to acquire the necessary volunteers for certain events could result in not being able to hold that event in future, and could result in increased registration fees. Ways in which we fundraise are:Father-Daughter BallSpirit Invitational Ways parents can help:Volunteer to prepare food or donate foodSetup for either eventCleanup for either eventVolunteering for certain duties at either event (serving food, admission, etc.)Moving cheer mats to and from events - this is a huge help!Payment Options At the end of registration, you will have two options: OPTION 1 (button on the left): Pay entire amount via credit card online (subject to a 3% processing fee) or OPTION 2 (button on the right) choose "Print a Pre-Registration Form" to pay via check or cash. A red message will then pop up saying,“You will not be registered until payment is received”Please hit the green “Yes” button to complete the registration. We will then see it on our end to complete your registration. If you don’t hit “Yes”, we will not see that you are attempting to register and you will have to start over. You will receive an email confirmation when registration is complete. Please make checks payable to: TOWN OF POLAND Memo line: Cheering Payments can be dropped off in our office during office hours, or placed in our drop box. Our drop box is located directly to the left of our office entrance. Please place payment in the door, so it drops to the bottom when you close it. You can login into your account any time after registration and make payment. Subject to a 3% processing fee. If you have any questions, please call our office at:207-998-4601 option 5
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Competition Cheering 2026-2027 - Grades (6), 7 & 8 - Varsity Knights
Tri-Town Knights Competition CheeringGrades PreK - 8th Learn some fun routines and work as a team to perform at several competitions throughout the season! Registration OPENS: Monday, September 7th Registration DEADLINE: Friday, October 23rdNOTE - For Regal & Varsity (5th-8th grade) we are asking to be signed up by Friday, October 9th before the mandatory Stunt Clinic. MANDATORY STUNTING CLINIC FOR REGALS & VARSITY: Saturday, October 10th 4-8pmThis will be to determine stunt groups prior to choreographyASSESSMENTS (2nd, 4th & 6th grade only): Wednesday, November 4thThis is only for athletes with prior cheer experience who wish to assess up to the next level. Please submit your athlete assessment request no later than: Friday, October 30thOnly one assessment date will be provided. MANDATORY PARENT MEETINGFriday, November 6thPoland Town Hall6pm-7pmCost: $70 (Includes rental of Cheer uniform and a hair bow. Bow can be kept at the end of the season).Participants are responsible for finding all white, laced sneakers.No velcro! This is a MYCCA rule for safety purposes. Payment must be received no later than December 1st and prior to receiving a uniform. Athlete will not be issued a uniform until registration fee is paid in FULL. PRACTICES, COACHES, DIVISIONSPractices begin the week of November 8thNOTE: We have two locations where practices will be held. The Poland Town Hall, and the Mechanic Falls Town Office gym, locatedin the basement of the Town Hall building (108 Lewiston St., Mechanic Falls) COACHING: We are looking for a Mini Knights coach. If you have prior cheer experience and would like to coach, please reach out to Vanessa atvharlow@polandtownoffice.org Mini Knights (PreK + K) - Rising Stars DivisionCOACHES: TBDSundays = 12pm-1:15pm, 2nd practice TBD Mighty Knights (Grades 1+2) - Rising Stars Division COACHES: Myshel Gagne Mondays & Wednesdays* 6-7:30pm*Wednesdays practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymRoyal Knights (Grades [2], 3+4) - Shooting Stars DivisionCOACHES: Lauren Paine & Michelle Carlton Sundays 1:30-3:30pm, Wednesdays & Fridays* 6-8pm*Friday's practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymRegal Knights (Grades [4], 5 + 6) - Shining Stars Division COACH: Casey Barnett Sundays 3:45-5:45pm, Tuesdays* & Thursdays 6-8pm*Tuesdays practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymMANDATORY CHOREOGRAPHY: Sunday, December 13th 1:45-5:45pm & Tuesday, December 15th 6-8pm Varsity Knights (Grades [6], 7 + 8) - Super Stars DivisionCOACHES: Sarah Allen & Shelly ColtartSundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays* & Fridays 6-8pm*Thursday's practice will be at the Mechanic Falls gymMANDATORY CHOREOGRAPHY:Wednesday, December 9th 4pm-8pm at the Mechanic Falls gym MANDATORY PARENT MEETINGThe first practice will be a mandatory parent meeting run by the team's coaches. A code of conduct form will be handed out to be signed and turned in. Uniform sizing will also take place at this first practice. We ask for parent assistance for the younger teams to do sizing. PRACTICES ALL Cheering practices are CLOSED The Mini Knights will have the first two weeks open to allow time for the athlete to get acquainted with the coach as we understand that age group can be more shy. Coaches reserve the right to hold practices without an audience. For safety reasons we need to have as little distraction for the cheerleaders and coaches. Some routines are challenging and we do not want to create any unnecessary risk. Coaches may offer sneak peak practices during the season. You will have many opportunities to see your child(ren) perform throughout the season. Parents may wait out in the lobby area if they wish for the Mini and Mighty Knights teams. Season runs November 8th through April 10th.ATTENDANCEWe have a strict attendance policy for Competition Cheering. This program requires all it's participants to be present at ALL practices in order for the routines to be a success. If your child is ill; you must call the coach to inform them of their absence as soon as possible. If the coach does not receive a phone call or notification of your child's absence prior to the start of practice, it will be marked as unexcused. If a child is sick for more than 2 practices, a doctor's note will be required to return. Stunting and formation makes this sport difficult to function without all team members. Three unexcused absences can result in being removed from the team without a refund. Coaches will decide on what is considered an excused or unexcused absence. We understand some families like to take vacations during February break, please let coaches know ASAP if you plan to be away. If coaches do not get notification of an absence, it will count as unexcused. ChoreographyWe will be holding MANDATORY choreography sessions for the Regals & Varsity teams. Your athlete MUST attend.REGAL CHOREOGRAPHY DATE/TIMESSunday, December 13th 1:45-5:45pm & Tuesday, December 15th 6-8pmVARSITY CHOREOGRAPHY DATE/TIMESWednesday, December 9th = 4pm-8pmPlease make sure to pack plenty of healthy snacks and a full water bottle ASSESSMENTSDate: Wednesday, November 4thTime: 6:00pm-7:00pmLocation: Town Hall 2nd, 4th and 6th graders with prior competitive cheering experience can request to be assessed to be considered to move up. NOTE - 2nd, 4th and 6th graders who are assessed will only move up to the next division if: (1) there is room on the team (some teams may already be full)(2) their skill level and readiness to be moved up to the next level Assessing does not guarantee your athlete will be moved up. Assessment results will be shared before practices start, not at assessment night. Please allow time for coaches to deliberate. - If you are interested in being assessed and you meet the criteria above, please contact our office by no later than October 20th.- If your child can not make the assessment date, your child will not be considered for advancement. No make-up dates will be scheduled. - Only those with prior Cheerleading experience will be considered for assessments. If you wish to have your 2nd, 4th and 6th graders to be assessed, please email Vanessa at: Email: vharlow@polandtownoffice.org DISCLAIMERCheering is a physically challenging sport which requires lifting other participants, tumbling and constant movement. You may want to consider consulting a physician prior to participation.We do require conditioning as part of our program to safely be able to perform the routines and stunting procedures. Conditioning outside of practice times are strongly encouraged. Failure to participate in conditioning can result in your child not be allowed to be assigned to a stunt group. Father-Daughter Ball We plan to host a Father-Daughter Ball Saturday, January 16th. Parent volunteers are required. This can be in the form of a food donation, volunteering during the event or help with setting up and clean-up. An email will go out closer to the event with sign-ups. DATES TO REMEMBERRegal & Varsity Stunting Clinic - Saturday, October 10thAssessment Deadline - October 31stOctober 23rd - Registration DeadlineNovember 4th - Assessments for 2nd, 4th and 6th graders...see above info.Mandatory Parent Meeting- Friday, November 6th 6-7pmUniform Sizing - At first practicePractices begin week of November 8thDecember 9th - Mandatory Choreography for VarsitySaturday, January 16th - Father-Daughter Ball @ PCS Saturday, January 23rd - Family & Friends Night @ PCSFriday, March 12th - Spirit Invitational Set-up 6pm-8pm @ PRHSSaturday, March 13th - Hosting Spirit Invitational @ PRHSSaturday, April 3rd - Maine Cheer Classic Saturday, April 10th Cheer Ceremony- PRHSFUNDRAISINGWe have several ways in which we raise money for our cheer program to help offset the cost of registrations. Participation from parents is required. Failure to acquire the necessary volunteers for certain events could result in not being able to hold that event in future, and could result in increased registration fees. Ways in which we fundraise are:Father-Daughter BallSpirit Invitational Ways parents can help:Volunteer to prepare food or donate foodSetup for either eventCleanup for either eventVolunteering for certain duties at either event (serving food, admission, etc.)Moving cheer mats to and from events - this is a huge help!Payment Options At the end of registration, you will have two options: OPTION 1 (button on the left): Pay entire amount via credit card online (subject to a 3% processing fee) or OPTION 2 (button on the right) choose "Print a Pre-Registration Form" to pay via check or cash. A red message will then pop up saying,“You will not be registered until payment is received”Please hit the green “Yes” button to complete the registration. We will then see it on our end to complete your registration. If you don’t hit “Yes”, we will not see that you are attempting to register and you will have to start over. You will receive an email confirmation when registration is complete. Please make checks payable to: TOWN OF POLAND Memo line: Cheering Payments can be dropped off in our office during office hours, or placed in our drop box. Our drop box is located directly to the left of our office entrance. Please place payment in the door, so it drops to the bottom when you close it. You can login into your account any time after registration and make payment. Subject to a 3% processing fee. If you have any questions, please call our office at:207-998-4601 option 5
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