Community Expectations
The following rules and guidelines are equally binding on volunteers and students. Non-Negotiable Rules 1. No use of illicit drugs or alcohol. 2. No sexual misconduct (defined as exposure, touching, or inappropriate reference to body areas normally cover by undergarments), including no sexual promiscuity/PDA 3. Smoking, vaping, and the use of tobacco products are not allowed on the premises or to, from, or during any trip. 4. Participants will not break any American laws in the United States or any other country. 5. Participants will adhere to all internet rules and restrictions that have been set up by Thumbs Up. 6. Participants will be respectful, encouraging, and will maintain a positive attitude toward others at all times. 7. Participants will be respectful of both our space and property as well as the property of others. 8. Participants will avoid the use of foul language, cursing, or any speech (including “humor”) which puts down, makes fun of, or stereotypes other persons or groups. Participant/Volunteer’s Statement: By signing this form, I pledge to honor and respect others during this activity by following the rules and guidelines printed above. I understand that I cannot participate in the activity unless this completed form is on file.
Internet Acceptable Use Policy
The following rules are not permitted: • Sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures • Harassing, insulting or attacking others • Violating copyright laws • Employing the network for commercial purposes • Using another’s ID password • Intentionally wasting limited resources (paper, ink, etc.) • Sharing your personal information on the internet. Student understands and will abide by this Acceptable Use Policy. Student further understands that any violation of the regulations above may cause access to privileges to be revoked and may result in appropriate legal action.
Photo Release
I agree that Thumbs Up may photograph and record my student's likeness and activities during Thumbs Up activities. I grant the following rights to Thumbs Up: permission to use and re-use, publish and re-publish. Use of the images for editorial commercial, advertising, and any other purpose may be done in any medium now existing or subsequently developed, on the Thumbs Up website and on the Internet, and worldwide perpetuity for the purposes stated above. Names of those photographed will not be published. I waive my right to inspect or approve any editorial text or copy that is used in connection with the Images and relate and discharge Thumbs Up from any and all claims arising out of the use of the Images for the purposes described above, including any claims for libel, invasion of privacy, or other tortious act. I have read the foregoing. I fully understand its contents, I understand that this agreement does not expire and I confirm my agreement by signing below. I am over the age of 18 and have legal capacity to sign the release.
Supervision & Liability Release
Thumbs Up activities and events are staffed by adult volunteers and staff members who have successfully passed a background check and have agreed to Thumbs Up rules, regulations, and values. Thumbs Up aims to have a minimum of two volunteers per activity/event. Thumbs Up is unable to provide one-on-one direct supervision to participants. If a participant is in need of any level of increased supervision due to physical, emotional, and/or behavioral limitations/ concerns, the undersigned should contact Thumbs Up directly to discuss if any accommodation can be arranged. If the participant has any legal restrictions regarding contact with any individual or group of individuals, the undersigned must contact Thumbs Up directly to discuss if any accommodation can be arranged. Therapy dogs will be on site on an occasional basis through You're Not Alone;, a partner organization of Thumbs Up. If there are any issues or concerns with a therapy dog on site at Thumbs Up, the undersigned must contact Thumbs Up staff.