The SELF Academy Fabric Tour is a full-day, hands-on educational experience designed to deepen students' understanding of textiles and the fashion supply chain. Students will visit fabric retailers, explore a variety of textile fibers and materials, learn about fabric characteristics and selection, and gain practical insight into sourcing fabrics for fashion design and garment construction. This experience is intended to connect classroom instruction with real-world industry exposure and help students become more informed, resourceful technical designers.

Students can expect:

• Explore fabric retailers and textiles selections.
• Learn about textile fibers, fabric properties, and material applications.
• Develop a deeper understanding of how to source fabrics for design projects.
• Participate in hands-on textile learning and industry exploration.
• Connect classroom knowledge to real-world fabric sourcing.

Student Eligibility: Participation in the Fabric Tour is available to eligible Fall 2026 Cohort students who are in good standing with SELF Academy. Students under the age of 18 must have a signed parent or legal guardian permission form on file before attending. The Academy reserves the right to deny participation when eligibility requirements, required authorizations, or necessary safety arrangements have not been met.

SELF Academy will provide group transportation to and from the designated tour locations. Students are expected to follow all transportation instructions, wear seat belts where provided, remain seated as directed, and behave responsibly throughout the trip. Students may not leave the group or arrange independent transportation during the tour without prior approval from the Office of Admissions and, where applicable, their parent or legal guardian.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided during the Fabric Tour. To help the Academy plan appropriately, students must disclose any food allergies, dietary restrictions, or other relevant food-related needs before the tour. Students should notify the Academy of any changes to the information submitted.

The Fabric Tour is a full-day educational activity involving considerable walking, movement between locations, and time spent exploring fabric retailers. Students are expected to: wear comfortable clothing suitable for a full day of walking, dress semi-casual for visits to businesses and industry locations, bring any personal necessities they may need throughout the day, and arrive at the designated meeting location (SELF Academy) on time and follow all departure instructions. Students should be prepared for an active day of learning and exploration.

Students represent themselves and SELF Academy throughout the Fabric Tour. All students are expected to conduct themselves respectfully, professionally, and responsibly. Students agree to: follow all instructions provided by the Academy Director, faculty, and designated chaperones; handle retailer property carefully; refrain from disruptive behavior, disrespectful language, harassment, bullying, or actions that interfere with the learning experience; follow all transportation, safety, and venue-specific rules; and represent SELF Academy in a manner consistent with the Academy's professional standards.

Failure to comply with these expectations may result in corrective action, removal from an activity or location, or other disciplinary measures consistent with Academy policy and applicable law. Any arrangements for a student's safe return will be coordinated with the parent or legal guardian when necessary.

I am the parent or legal guardian of the student named above. I give permission for my child to participate in the SELF Academy Fabric Tour described in this form. I acknowledge and understand:

• The educational purpose and full-day nature of the Fabric Tour.
• The student must be in good standing and complete all required documentation to participate.
• The student must comply with the Academy's code of conduct, transportation rules, safety instructions, and the requirements of the businesses visited.
• Breakfast, lunch, and group transportation will be provided by SELF Academy.
• The student's relevant food allergies, dietary restrictions, or safety needs have been disclosed to the best of my knowledge.
• Photography and videography consent is addressed seperately in this form.

I authorize the Academy to contact me in the event of an emergency and to seek appropriate emergency medical assistance for my child if reasonably necessary and I cannot be reached in time. I understand that this authorization does not guarantee participation if the student does not meet eligibility requirements or if required safety arrangements cannot be made.