I understand that such participation required mine and my child's cooperation with the staff and/or volunteers in charge; that my child will abide by the GSYO code of conduct; and that I will not hold GSYO responsible for any lack of cooperation or willful misconduct on my child's part that results in injury, damage, or loss of any kind. I understand that my child must obey the following safety rules during any GSYO activity:
1. Student will not leave the room during rehearsals without the permission of a responsible adult in charge, including visits to the restroom.
2. Student will not engage in any behavior that may cause harm to another person or private property.
3. Student will stay close to the rehearsal area during breaks, and will not leave the area without permission during the break time.
4. Student will return promptly to the rehearsal at the end of break time.
5. Student will not accept a ride home from another member without the permission of their parent(s); student will not walk/bike home without parental permission.
In case of emergency, I understand that every effort will be made to contact me. In the event that I cannot be reached, I hereby give my permission to the hospital and or physician selected by the adult in charge to secure proper treatment for my student, including paramedic services, hospitalization, anesthesia, surgery, and injections of medication.
In return for the benefits such minor will receive from participation, I agree not to sue and hereby release and agree to hold harmless the Golden State Youth Orchestra, its employees, staff, and any volunteers working with the Association for and from liability and responsibility, except for any loss or injury caused intentionally or by willful misconduct.
The release is intended to protect the Golden State Youth Orchestra, its employees, staff and any volunteers working with the Association from claims of negligence (the failure to use reasonable care). However, it is not intended to exempt them from responsibility for their willful or intentional injury to the person or property of another.
I have carefully read this agreement and fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability, hold harmless agreement, and assumption of risk agreement and that it is a legally binding contract between the Golden State Youth Orchestra and me. I further understand that this release is binding on my heirs or anyone making a claim. I sign of my own free will.