Pep Squad

As a member of the JSerra Catholic High School Pep Squad, you are a representative of JSerra Catholic High School and all of the Catholic values it upholds. This is reflected in all of your words and actions, on and off campus, and especially when dressed in uniform or any other JSerra labeled apparel. Throughout your commitment, it is imperative that you conduct yourself in a polite, modest, and respectful manner at all times, and participate in Pep Squad activities and events with pride, honor and enthusiasm. Cheerleaders and Dancers are expected to be leaders and role models in all aspects of school life and in the community, as they always represent JSerra Catholic High School and its mission. Your actions and behavior will reflect directly upon JSerra Catholic High School and the Pep Squad, so it is critical that you participate in this program with pride and honor. The privilege of representing JSerra in this fashion, being a member of the JSerra Catholic High School Pep Squad, must be earned and maintained so that both the school and its Pep Squad participants gain the maximum benefits of such a program. In taking ownership of your leadership role, Pep Squad participants will foster an environment of school spirit, Catholic values and the pursuit of excellence, while personally receiving opportunities to grow in leadership, sportsmanship, values, and virtues. This yearly commitment begins the day the new Squads are posted and extends until try-outs the following year.

• To uphold the high morals, ethical standards, and strong values of JSerra Catholic High School
• To support JSerra Catholic High School Athletics
• To lead and inspire others in supporting JSerra Catholic High School Athletics
• To develop leadership skills in accordance with Gospel values
• To exhibit virtues of self-discipline, modesty, loyalty, dignity, and charity throughout the school and community
• To promote and uphold school spirit, good sportsmanship, and Lion Pride
• To foster positive relationships based on trust, teamwork, respect of oneself and others, in all our endeavors
• To serve and assist the school and community through active participation
• To develop citizenship and organizational skills
• To perform and represent JSerra Catholic High School at games, rallies, and special events with pride, excellence, and a positive attitude
• To develop, enhance, and encourage dedication and determination amongst Squad members

• Each Pep Squad member must adhere to the Parent Student Handbook as well as Pep Squad Philosophy and Guidelines.
• Each Pep Squad member must fulfill all required financial obligation by making payments online. Moreover, each Pep Squad member/family is expected to participate in fundraising events.
• All Pep Squad members must remain in excellent physical condition — with no injuries that could prohibit full participation.
• Members must maintain a 2.0 GPA each quarter to be a member of the Pep Squad.

Erika Hinojosa - Pep Squad Advisor

Erika Hinojosa has over 20 years of cheerleading experience. She has participated in and coached all forms of cheerleading from youth cheer to collegiate all-star teams. She has coached many teams to victory including winning numerous regional, state, and national competitions. In 2013 while coaching at her alma mater, Bishop Amat Memorial High School, she made school history by leading the varsity cheer team to their first ever USA National Championship title.

After earning her Bachelor's degree from Cal State Fullerton, she started a career in Human Resources and continued to coach at parochial high schools.

She is excited for her first year with the Pep Squad and prays for a great season. She looks forward to working hard, promoting school pride and upholding the values of JSerra. "A man's heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps" (Proverbs 16:9).

Samantha (Sam) Rossi - Dance Team Coach

Sam Rossi started dancing at the age of three, which eventually led her to teach and assist dance at various studios throughout the United States. She has traveled to Australia three times to teach dance in Sydney and Canberra. She won many national championship titles while competing with the prominent studio, Just Plain Dancin' & Co. for 10 years under the direction of Terry Schulke and Mandy Rogers. Her training included Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary and Hip Hop. She has also competed with an all-star team that placed 4th at the World of Dance competition in Orlando, FL. During her three years on the Fullerton College dance team, her team won the 2016 NDA National Championship (Daytona, FL). She is now the Head Dance Coach and Advisor at Fullerton College.

At JSerra, Ms. Rossi is the Head Varsity/JV Song and Dance coach as well as the Dance Program Teacher.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources from California State University, Fullerton.