Hey Varsity! The last time I checked in with news and information on The Sparkle Effect, I had just returned from UCA's Midwest Work Week, where I had the incredible opportunity to learn from some of the best cheer instructors in the nation. I was also gearing up for the summer of a lifetime, traveling to some of the biggest cheerleading and dance camps in the nation on The Sparkle Effect's Are you IN Tour.
Read MoreChoosing a college to attend is always a stressful time. Sometimes you get to college for move in day and wonder, “did I make the right choice?” Luckily, cheerleading camp can serve as your official visit, and gives the full college experience.
Read MoreI’ve learned the following lessons from your guidance: Believe in yourself. Dream big and then work hard. Make good choices and learn from your mistakes. When you’re wrong, admit it, and then make it right. At all times display honestly, humility, and humanity. Treat everyone like you want to be treated—how we treat those who can’t help us is a sign of your character.
Read MoreCommunity Involvement- Involve everyone Fall Fair at School- Football season brings the community together and a fall fair is perfect to rally around your team! Cheerleaders can run various games for a 1$ like: Cake Walk Pie Your Principal Tucks for Bucks Ring Toss Corn Hole Tournament Circus Theme at the City Park- Who doesn’t like to go to the circus? Grab your teammates and your clown suit and hit the park.
Read MoreCheerleaders and dancers are known for being leaders on and off the field, and it’s time to stand against those who bully others.
Read MoreHey everyone! Sarah Cronk here, coming to you with all the latest information about The Sparkle Effect, my organization that helps cheerleaders and dancers nationwide create teams including students with disabilities. Thanks to awesome leaders like you, The Sparkle Effect has more than doubled in size over the past year, generating a total of 61 teams! We have a very exciting summer in store but, before I tell you about that, let’s get caught up!
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