Release Form & Code of Conduct Form

I further hereby authorize the University to photograph and video/audio record my child during the Program. I hereby grant the University the irrevocable right and permission to use video footage and/or still photos of me on the University’s website and in promotional flyers, derivative works, or for any other similar purpose without compensation to me. I understand and agree that video footage and/or still photos of me may be placed on the Internet, including social media.

I understand and agree that I may be identified by name in printed, Internet or broadcast information that might accompany the photograph or video image of me.

I agree that all such portraits, pictures, photographs, video and audio recordings and any reproductions thereof, and all plates, negatives, recording tape, and digital files shall remain the property of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I waive the right to approve the final product.

I hereby release and forever discharge The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, its agents, officers, trustees, and employees from any and all claims and demands arising out of or in connection with the use of said videos/images, including but not limited to, any claims for invasion of privacy, appropriation of likeness, or defamation.

I HEREBY EXPRESSLY RECOGNIZE AND ASSUME ALL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH MY CHILD’S PARTICIPATION IN THE PROGRAM AND VOLUNTARILY RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, COVENANT NOT TO SUE AND HOLD HARMLESS THE RELEASEES. I AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS the RELEASEES from any loss, liability, damage or costs, including court costs and attorneys’ fees, that may incur due to my child’s participation in the Program WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES or otherwise. It is my express intent that this Participant Release, Consent and Waiver of Liability shall bind the members of my family and spouse, if I am alive, and my heirs, assigns and personal representative, if I am deceased, and shall be deemed as a RELEASE, WAIVER, DISCHARGE AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE the above-named RELEASEES. I hereby further agree that this Participant Release, Consent and Waiver of Liability shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina.

IN SIGNING THIS PARTICIPANT CONSENT, RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, I ACKNOWLEDGE AND REPRESENT THAT I have read the foregoing, understand it and sign it voluntarily as my own free act and deed; no oral representations, statements, or inducement, apart from the foregoing written agreement, have been made; I am at least eighteen (18) years of age and fully competent and I am the parent or guardian of the child participant, and I execute this Participant Consent, Release and Waiver of Liability for full, adequate and complete consideration, fully intending to be bound by same. My electronic signature on this document shall carry the same force as a physical signature.

• I am expected to be respectful of others. Harassment will be not tolerated. Hazing of any kind is prohibited. Cyberbullying is prohibited.
• The inappropriate use of imaging, screenshots, and digital devices is prohibited. • Challenge myself to learn and advocate for my needs, including requesting help or accommodation when I need it.
•Be an active upstander- do what I can to help others or find help when needed.
• Follow staff, volunteer and guest instructions and raise concerns respectfully.
• Complete assigned individual and group projects on time.

• (If applicable): Contribute ideas and adhere to a youth-driven group agreement.
• Dress appropriately when on video.
• Participate in the digital environment to the same standard as a physical environment, including participating when called on, listening attentively, and minimizing distractions to others.
• Report inappropriate or illegal online behavior: o UNC-CH Protection of Minors Office: 919-843-8995, protectionofminors@unc.edu or https://campussafety.unc.edu/protection-of-minors/parents/ o UNC-CH Police Department: 919- 962-8100 https://police.unc.edu/

• Bullying, harassing or using derogatory language towards another person or group of people.
• Being under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Repeated absences or failure to meet agreed-upon program work requirements.
• Violation of a University code, policy, or regulation.

• Staff will give a verbal warning regarding behaviors and actions that are not allowed and in most cases give me an opportunity to correct the behavior.

• Depending on the behavior, they may also contact my parent or guardian.

• In some cases, staff may require me to sign a corrective action plan in order to stay in the program.

• Some behaviors may result in immediate suspension or termination.

• Respectful and effective communication with all participants and parents/guardians

• Ensuring a safe and fun experience

• Not sharing personal information, email or social media account with minor participants

• Addressing problems that are brought to our attention

• Creating an environment where everyone is welcomed and given the opportunity to succeed.

• Any Authorized Adult or Program Staff or other Mandatory Reporter, who, under North Carolina law has reasonable cause to believe that suspected child abuse has occurred, will immediately report the suspected abuse to the University Police Department and/or Child Protective Services Division, and the Protection of Minors on Campus Office at 919-843-8995 or protectionofminors@unc.edu.

• Making arrangements so my child is able to attend every day of the program, and able to sign-in on time and be prepared; this includes avoiding scheduling appointments during the program so that I can monitor their activity.
• Allowing time at home for my child to complete required assignments.
• Communicating with staff prior to program start time if my child must be absent.

• Not making inappropriate requests of staff that conflict with program guidelines.
• Working together with program staff to resolve issues that arise with my child.