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Pine Tree Cheerleaders
2021 Cheerleaders
Contact 
Megan Holder-mholder@ptisd.org
Melissa Talley-mtalley@ptisd.org
Devan Branum-cbranum@ptisd.org


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2020-2021 Cheer Leadership Announcement

Welcome to Pine Tree Cheer

​Cheerleaders exist to promote SCHOOL SPIRIT and good sportsmanship. They are among the most recognized representatives of PTHS. Members of our squad have a fundamental responsibility to play a leadership role in building teamwork and helping the school achieve its goals and objectives. Because of these responsibilities, members of the cheerleading squad will be expected to maintain a higher standard of behavior than that of their peers, both on and off campus. Their academic achievement must meet passing expectations regardless of their demanding extracurricular schedule Tryouts are traditionally held on the Friday before Spring Break. Cheerleaders do not have an “off season” and are committed for an entire year from March to March.
2019-2020 Varsity
Varsity
​Donazia Harris, Captain
Sam Sommerfeld, Captain
Kelslee Warwick, Captain
Emma Teter, Captain
Hannah Barry
Jaiden Chism
Holly James
Jayla McCarty
Allison Mitchell
Kylie Wilhelm
Aniya Gibson
Madison Hughes
Aretha Raibon, Mascot
2019-2020 Junior Varsity
JV 2019-2020
Jada Jones
Jade Jones
Cassidy Carter
Harper Smith
Kimberly Torres
Natalie Buckner
Jaylynn Crump
Ezmeriah Gonzalez
Jiara McCarty
Morgan Sharp
Cali Webb
Payton Wright
I'yonia Mumphrey, Mascot

Coaches

Devan Branum
Devan Branum
Co-sponsor
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cbranum@ptisd.org
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Devan Branum is a proud 1996 Pine Tree Alumna, attending here 1st - 12th grades. She went on to graduate from Abilene Christian University with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Education in 2000. Her first teaching job was at Jodie McClure Elementary School in Longview ISD. She then went on to pursue a dream to be a Disney Cast Member where she worked for several years as a trainer and coordinator in Fantasyland Attractions at Walt Disney World in Florida. 

Upon her return to Longview she spent 2 years substituting for Pine Tree while she earned her Special Education certification. She is enjoying her position as a Science Special Education and Inclusion teacher here at the High School. Coach Branum is also very excited to represent and help our Cheerleaders spread PT pride as a Pine Tree Cheer Coach!  
Melissa Talley
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Co-sponsor
​mtalley@ptisd.org


Coach Talley is from Pflugerville, Texas. She graduated Cum Laude from Texas State University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences, with a major in Interior Design. Coach Talley's experience includes over 20 years of cheering and coaching - including youth cheer, middle school, high school, all-star and college. She was a member of the co-ed cheer squad at Texas State University, and has been coaching since after college. Coach Talley spent 5 years in Round Rock ISD at Westwood High School, and this is her first year at Pine Tree HS. Melissa and her husband Brandon have one soon to be four year old, Jace.​

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2019-2020 JV
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Latest News

​Cheerleaders welcomed faculty and staff back at PTISD Convocation.
​Cheerleaders welcomed faculty and staff back at PTISD Convocation.
​Cheerleaders welcomed faculty and staff back at PTISD Convocation.
​Cheerleaders welcomed faculty and staff back at PTISD Convocation.

​Fall practices allow cheerleaders to perfect routines and get ready for football season. Dress up day by class: Freshmen rocked the 80’s look, Sophomores wore College T-shirts, Juniors dressed as boyz, and Seniors were Winnie the Pooh!
Fall practices
Fall practices
Fall practices

Cheerleaders performed and helped warm up the crowd at Grace Creek Church Women’s Retreat “Embrace”.
Cheerleaders performed and helped warm up the crowd at Grace Creek Church Women’s Retreat “Embrace”.Picture
Cheerleaders from 3 local schools joined together to help warm up the crowd at Woodland Hills Baptist Church Women’s Retreat “Sister to Sister”.
Cheerleaders from 3 local schools joined together to help warm up the crowd at Woodland Hills Baptist Church Women’s Retreat “Sister to Sister”.

​The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament was a success, thanks to our generous sponsors. These were our hole sponsors.
The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament hole sponsors
The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament hole sponsors
The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament hole sponsors
The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament hole sponsors
The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament hole sponsors
The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament hole sponsors
The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament hole sponsors
The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament hole sponsors
The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament hole sponsors
The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament hole sponsors
The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament hole sponsors
The 3rd Annual Golf Tournament hole sponsors

​Cheerleaders worked incredibly hard at Cheer Camp June 24-28 learning 5 new routines, stunts, and several new chants and cheers.
Cheerleaders worked incredibly hard at Cheer Camp June 24-28 learning 5 new routines, stunts, and several new chants and cheers.

​Cheerleaders practiced in the spring to learn stunting basics with new partners.
spring practice photo
spring practice photo
spring practice photo
spring practice photo

​The new 2019-2020 squads cheered together for the first time at the Spring Football Game on May 17.
The new 2019-2020 squads cheered together for the first time at the Spring Football Game on May 17.
The new 2019-2020 squads cheered together for the first time at the Spring Football Game on May 17.
The new 2019-2020 squads cheered together for the first time at the Spring Football Game on May 17.
The new 2019-2020 squads cheered together for the first time at the Spring Football Game on May 17.
The new 2019-2020 squads cheered together for the first time at the Spring Football Game on May 17.
The new 2019-2020 squads cheered together for the first time at the Spring Football Game on May 17.
The new 2019-2020 squads cheered together for the first time at the Spring Football Game on May 17.
The new 2019-2020 squads cheered together for the first time at the Spring Football Game on May 17.

​Cheerleaders helped with PT Special Olympics
​Cheerleaders helped with PT Special Olympics
​Cheerleaders helped raise money for the Pine Tree Education Foundation at Spirit Night
Cheerleaders helped raise money for the Pine Tree Education Foundation at Spirit Night

Junior High Cheer

​Pine Tree Junior High cheerleaders are representatives of the school to promote a wholesome school spirit, good sportsmanship, and good citizenship. Members of PTJH Cheer play a leadership role in building teamwork and helping the school achieve its goals and objectives. Because of these responsibilities, members of the cheerleading squad are expected to maintain a higher standard of behavior, both on and off campus, (including social media) as well as maintain a high level of academic achievement.  Tryouts are held in the month of March, before Spring Break. Details about tryouts and cheerleading expectations will be posted here, in campus offices, and in video announcements on the Junior High and Middle School campus websites.

PTJH Cheer captains go through a rigorous tryout process, including creating a detailed portfolio and fielding questions from a panel of judges made up of the campus principal, the cheer sponsor, and a classroom teacher. They are also judged on many other qualities such as leadership skills, ability, responsibility, time to devote to the program, and experience. Captains must have good leadership qualities, high academic performance, and a cooperative spirit. The captains must be individuals who will try to unite the members into a working team and who will be able to work well with other team members, faculty, and other students. The captains are responsible for working with the sponsors on practice organization, plans for activities, and creating pep rally themes. The captains are held to a very high standard, and are required to devote a great deal of time to the squad.
Junior High Cheer
Purpose of PTJH Cheer: 

•    Set examples of good character and sportsmanship 
•    Support good sportsmanship and spirit
•    Support school athletic programs throughout the year
•    Promote spectator participation and unification of the crowd’s involvement during athletic events
•    Render service to the school and community
•    Develop positive leadership abilities
•    Develop physical, mental, and moral character
•    Develop good relationships with the public and build positive relationships with other schools
•    Learn to work for the good of the TEAM rather than the individual
•    Prepare athletes for high school cheer

Safety Training

AACCA School Cheer Safety Rules (2016-2017)
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Senate Bill 82, in effect since the 2007-2008 school year, related to safety regulations for certain public school extracurricular activities.

This legislation:
  1. Requires safety training for all coaches or sponsors for athletic activities, and any marching band director. UIL has developed a safety training program for coaches and sponsors of athletic activities that is available through the UIL Online as part of the Rules Compliance Program. 
  2. Mandates that schools, at least once per year, conduct a safety drill that incorporates the training described in the safety training program developed by UIL.
  3. Requires that student athletes be provided training in recognizing symptoms of catastrophic injuries, including head and neck injuries, concussions, asthma attacks, heatstroke, cardiac arrest and injuries requiring use of an AED, the risks of using nutritional supplements. This training can be conducted by the school, using the materials available on the SB 82 portion of the Health and Safety Section of the UIL web site. Download safety training Powerpoint presentation. (revised August 2014)
  4. Mandates that unsafe athletic activities are prohibited and schools must make sure that safety precautions are required (asthma medication, hydration materials present, emergency lanes clear etc.)
  5. Requires that any student who is rendered unconscious while participating (in practice or game) cannot participate further in that practice or game any more and must get written clearance prior to any further participation.
  6. Mandates that records of compliance with the requirements of the legislation be kept and be made public upon request.
  7. Requires that non-compliance with the provisions of the bill could subject the school to penalties as outlined in section 27 and 29 of the Constitution and Contest Rules.
  8. Mandates that the Texas Education Agency create hotline number and email address for reports of non-compliance and schools must post that information in their administration offices. To report complaints or violations, contact the Curriculum Division of the Texas Education Agency by phone at 512-463-9581 or by email at curriculum@tea.state.tx.us.

History

2018-2019
2018-2019 varsity
Varsity 2018-2019

Front Row: Kelslee Warwick, Hannah Barry, Jia Lewis, Emma Teter

Middle Row: Donazia Harris, Allison Mitchell, Madison Stewart, Jayla McCarty, Holly James, Jaiden Chism

​Back Row: Sam Sommerfeld, Captain Riley Stanley, Captain Colton Vandiver, Captain Cheyenne Thurmond, Mascot Aretha Raibon 


2018-2019 jv
Junior Varsity 2018-2019

Front Row: Jada Jones, Kimberly Torres, Jade Jones

Middle Row: Captain Madison Hughes, McKenzy Chastain, Abby Grimaldo, Cassidy Carter

​Back Row: Addyson Newell, Mollee James, Captain Aniya Gibson, DeAnna Hawley, Makayla Furlong, Sanniyah Fortson, Lacey Allen
2017-2018
2017-2018 varsity

Varsity 2017-2018

​Captain - Courtney Estes, Co-Captain - Keyana Kim, Co-Captain - Madison Taylor, Hannah Barry, Hayner Boorman, Mimi Johnson, Jade Peoples, Erick Rosas, Emily Sarinana, Sam Sommerfeld, Riley Stanley, Cheyenne Thurmond, Colton Vandiver, Kelslee Warwick, and Bre Williams
Mascot
David Ritch


2017-2018 JV
Junior Varsity 2017-2018

​Lacey Allen, Jaiden Chism, Renee Garrett, Ryauna Garrett, Holly James, Jade Jones, Jia Lewis, Jayla McCarty, Allison Mitchell, Tiah Monroe, Addyson Newell, and Emma Teter
2016-2017
2016-2017 varsity
Varsity 2016-2017
 
Captain - Devin Jimerson
Co Captain - Te'ya Jordan
Chelsea Chadwick
Alana Cox
Devan Donley
Katie Garcia
Meshia Fluellen
Stormie Lummus
Trace Wilkins
Kam'ree Williams
Courtney Estes
Madison Taylor
Keyana Kim
Jade Peoples
Mimi Johnson

2016-2017 JV
Junior Varsity 2016-2017
 
Captain:  Riley Stanley
Cheyenne Thurmond
Lacey Allen
​Hannah Barry
Jordan Blinks
Hayner Boorman
Raven Castleberry
Makenna Ross
Sam Sommerfeld
Kelslee Warwick
Sha'Kimbreya Williams
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