Are you interested in joining the Pride of Nelson Spirit Squad?

The Pride of Nelson! Scan QR code or click link to fill out interest form 

We are looking for 4th and 5th graders who would be interested in promoting school spirit and representing Nelson Elementary by joining our Spirit Squad:

Things to Know about our squad:

• We are looking to start a spirit program here at Nelson. This will be our inaugural year.
• Follow our page on the Nelson website:  www.dentonisd.org/nelsones
• Read over the character requirements  
• We will have regular practices  throughout the school year outside of school hours: 1st Fridays at 7am - 7:25am and 3rd Fridays 3:15 - 4pm
• Performance schedule TBD
• There will be a quick MANDATORY parent meeting prior to first practice: August 28th  beginning promptly at 6:30 - 7pm
• Spirit Squad is a year-long activity 
• Our Spirit squad has high behavior expectations of each members
• We will fundraise if necessary
• We will be adding 3rd grade to the squad beginning the 2nd semester.   Please make sure to fill out the interest form NOW so we can reach out when we incorporate our 3rd graders into our squad.
• Spirit squad is hard work, but it will be A LOT of fun!

Character requirements

To be on the spirit squad, members are expected to display an exemplary image and attitude. Willingness and ability to take direction are of the utmost importance. Additionally, strong showmanship in front of a crowd is needed.

Students will be put on probation if they receive an office referral. The Spirit Squad leaders and administration will determine the length of this probation. Multiple office referrals will result in removal from the Spirit Squad.

Purpose

The purpose of the Nelson Spirit Squad is to represent Nelson Elementary School, promote and generate enthusiasm, show support and pride in our school, events and traditions, and be a positive role model in and out of uniform as well as on and off-campus.