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INVINCIBLE REGULATING STRIDERS Marching Ensemble
UDA Ohio State Drill Team Cahmpions 2007
"THE BEST OF THE BEST!"
In America's suburban, inner cities, and rural communities, youth are faced with tremendous challenges-peer pressure, drugs, gangs and the list goes on ...As a result of these malicious acts we loose our children to the streets and sometimes even death. Michael McCorkle & Ms. Tiffany Echols organized a non- profit organization, the Invincible Regulating Striders, as a safe haven for all youth that has the desire to perform and compete with pride, power, and perseverance.
The I.R.S. Drill team consists of 45 plus members ranging from ages 5-19 from the Dayton, Ohio and surrounding areas. Our objective is to make a change in our community and the world, starting with a shoulder to lean on when there is no one else to turn to, along with continuing to support our local youth by mentoring and guidance. The I.R.S. also gives the youth a chance to travel around the U.S.A. to compete with other youth. The I.R.S. started off with 8 members on the 11th day of May of 2001. A group of determined parents, Ms. Echols, and Mr. McCorkle put their minds together to implement programs and fundraisers to make this group a success. “I tell you it was a whole lot of fish frying and bake sells going on, but we did it!”
In addition to all performances, parades, and competitions the I.R.S. staff stresses to our youth the importance of education. We also promote non-violence, crime prevention, and community service and leadership. The I.R.S. mentoring staff encourages our members to, “reach for the stars.” Although there will be some defeats walk with your head to the sky and look forward to the next competition. Each unit is different in their own way but we must remember the most important thing and that is, “drill team competitions are fun and everyone likes to win, but the real competition is with the streets, gangs, drugs, and guns.”
The IRS Drill Team and Drum Line is available for special performances. Please leave us an e-mail or call the number below.
The IRS is a non-profit organization that was founded May 11, 2001 by Michael S. McCorkle. Currently the team consist of 30 Senior Regulators and 14 Drummer. Each year the team commits 25 percent of our season for community service. If your interested in booking the team for your event please leave us a message!
Pledge:
Invincible-I am somebody, and I will be Sucessful in whatever i decide to do.
Regulate-We regulate every competition floor!
Striders-We aspire to be the best that we can possibly be. We are aware that in life there maybe defeats.If we happen to falter we will stride with our heads to the sky awaiting our next challenge!
For bookings & info please email us at irsmccorklE@yahoo.com
MEMBER COUNSELING MEETINGS
All Marching Ensemble members that are 13-18 years old will be required to attend member counseling meetings once a month. These meeting will provide information about preparing for college or job opportunities. Careers, goals, and scholarships will be a few of the subjects discussed. You are obligated to fifteen (15) hours of community service per season. Our organization is committed to providing each member with community enrichment. We believe that these meetings will better enable you to be successful and productive citizens.
REGISTRATION FEES
Each member is required to pay registration fees at the beginning of each season. This season registration fees are as follows:
Pee Wee Squad (5-9 years old): $90.00
Senior Squad (10-19 years old): $180.00
Drum Line: $90.00
**See registration packet for more details.
TRANSPORTATION POLICYTransportation for the Invincible Regulating Striders Marching Ensemble will be provided by participants and Staff only. No parents are permitted to travel on buses or vans with Marching Ensemble.
DEMERIT SYSTEMThis system is established in order to give members guidelines and consequences. When a member accumulates a total of ten (10) demerits during a season, the member will be suspended. After this, dismissal can happen at any time.
One Demerit:·
Being out of uniform at practice.· Excessive talking during practice.· Talking after being asked not to talk.· Gum chewing.· Failure to stay at attention.· Wearing jewelry or jeans.· Wearing inappropriate shoes.
Two Demerits·
Being out of uniform during a performance.· Disrespecting another Marching Ensemble or their belongings.· Tardiness to practice, performance or competition.
Five Demerits· Arguing or using foul language with another Marching Ensemble member.· Cell phone usage.· Unexcused absence.· Disrespecting the Director or Staff.
Automatic Dismissal· Fighting.· Insubordination.
**Suspension and Dismissal is at the discretion of the Director. Excessive accumulation of demerits may warrant consideration of one of these acts. Other offenses not included on this short list, may also cause a member to receive demerits.**
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