I authorize my child/student to participate in the above-described field trip. I acknowledge that my child’s/student’s participation in this field trip is not required by Excel Academy Charter School (the “Charter School”), or any teacher or employee of the Charter School and is voluntary. I understand that in determining that participation in this field trip has educational value, the Charter School has not investigated or approved its safety, the qualifications or financial responsibility of any person or firm involved in the field trip, or the facilities or equipment that may be used.
In addition, the Charter School shall not provide or approve transportation to or from this field trip. All participants are expected to secure their own transportation to and from the field trip destination.
I hereby waive, release and discharge the Charter School, its employees and agents, and the State of California from any and all claims for damages or personal injury, accident, illness, death, or property damage occurring during or by reason of the field trip. I acknowledge and understand that the field trip may involve an element of risk and/or danger of accidents and knowing those risks, I hereby assume those risks. It is further agreed that this waiver, release and assumption of risk is to be binding on my heirs and assigns.
I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT, WAIVER, AND RELEASE AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY IS A CONTRACT BETWEEN MYSELF AND THE CHARTER SCHOOL. My signature below authorizes my student to participate in this field trip and my agreement to the terms of this agreement, waiver, and release. By signing below I represent that I have the authority to sign this form on behalf of any minor(s) listed above.