Article I: Name

The name of this club shall be the Dance Club of Palatine High School.

Article II: Purpose

The purpose of the Dance Club shall be to create an accepting environment in which all members can develop their dance skills, and learn to function as a team. Members will perform at the annual dance show each year, and the Variety show.

Article III: Organization

Dance Club will comprised of all interested girls regardless of ability or prior experience. Open informational meetings will be held each fall to welcome incoming freshmen.

Article IV: Executive Board

Section 1 – This board shall be the governing body of the Dance Club.

Section 2 – The Executive Board shall be comprised of the President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Advisor.

Section 3 – Elections for officer positions will be held in the fall, and determined by all members.

Section 4 – Duties and requirements of the Executive Board:

1. The President must have been a member of the Dance Club for one year preceding the election. The President will be the group’s official representative.

2. The Vice-President will assist the President, and assume all duties in her absence. She will also serve as the liaison to Orchesis.

3. The Secretary will take roll at all meetings. She will also guide all committees regarding publicity matters.

4. The Treasurer will help to maintain accurate financial records. She will keep members informed as to the status of the club’s account.

5. The Advisor will be appointed by the Administration through the Activities Director. Responsibilities set forth in the official job description include supervision for all events, scheduling, overseeing club finances and records, and recognizing the achievements of club members.

Article V: Meetings

The time and frequency of meetings will be determined as deemed necessary by the advisor. Standard days of practice will include Wednesday and Thursday.

Article VI: Standards

Section 1 – There shall be three unexcused absences throughout the school year. The advisor shall make decisions concerning absences using school attendance standards.

Section 2 – Three tardies to practice will be equal to an unauthorized absence.

Section 3 – Any member with excess of three unexcused absences during the school year shall be removed from membership.

Section 4 – In addition, a member may be removed (by Board and Advisor) for improper conduct or any behavior which may reflect on the name of the club as determined by school conduct codes. This club action may be superseded by the actions of the Administration.

Article VII: Amendments

The Constitution may be amended at any time by a ¾ majority vote of all members and the approval of the advisor.

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