I hereby assume all of the risks of participating in the PTG Junior/Senior Prom, including by way of example and not limitation, any risks associated with participating in the event. I acknowledge that this Accident Waiver and Release of Liability Form will be used by the event organizers and Palmetto Teen Group, and that it will govern my actions and responsibilities at said activity.

I hereby take action for myself, my executors, administrators, next of kin, and assigns as follows:

(A)I WAIVE, RELEASE, and DISCHARGE from any and all liability, including but not limited to, liability arising from the negligence or fault of the entities or persons released, for personal injury, property damage, property theft, disability, my death, or actions of any kind which may hereafter occur to me including my travel to and from this activity, THE FOLLOWING ENTITIES OR PERSON: Palmetto Teen Group and/or their board, event organizers, volunteers, and members.

(B) INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE the entities or persons mentioned in this agreement from any and all liabilities or claims made as a result of participation in this activity, whether caused by the negligence or otherwise.

(C) I hereby consent to receive medical treatment which may be deemed advisable in the event of injury, accident or illness during this activity.

(D)I understand while participating in this activity, I may be photographed by other participants and will not hold Palmetto Teen Group and/or their board, event organizers, or volunteers responsible for what said participants do with those photos on social media or otherwise.

The Accident Waiver and Release of Liability Form shall be construed broadly to provide a release and waiver to the maximum extent permissible under applicable South Carolina state law.

All members are expected to follow the guidelines. If guidelines are not followed, membership may be revoked. If a member’s behavior is called into question, the principles of Matthew 18 will be followed.

The individual/s will be spoken to directly.

Each situation will be taken into consideration on an individual basis.

Correction will be given as appropriate. If an individual/s is/are unwilling to comply with the guidelines, PTG membership will be terminated.

In extreme cases, where the Board deems it necessary, the Board reserves the right to terminate membership immediately.

Members are expected to show honor and respect to one another, give others the benefit of the doubt, offer grace, show kindness, and be an example of love to one another. (Romans 12:10, Eph. 4:2)

Students are expected to act respectfully to those in authority at a PTG event and other adults at all times. (Eph. 5:21)

No public displays of affection. Slow dancing at dances is the exception and members are asked to behave respectfully toward one another.

Vulgar language, coarse joking, and fighting are not allowed. (Eph 5:4)

Participants in activities are expected to abide by the rules of the event organizer/facility, stay together with the group, and show respect to those in charge.

PTG Board Policies regarding non-registered guests at events:

PTG members who did not register or RSVP for an event ahead of time as directed, but show up to the event and expect to be admitted, will be handled at the discretion of the event organizer on a case-by-case basis. Venue capacity is generally limited and the maximum attendance reached during the registration period. PTG membership must be current and will be verified on site.

Transportation:

Transportation to and from PTG events is the responsibility of PTG members. Once at an event, teen drivers are not allowed to leave early and come back. Palmetto Teen Group and event coordinators are not responsible for driving arrangements made between members, including arrangements made between teenagers.

Sneaking into PTG Event

For those sneaking into an event and to those members who assist others sneaking into an event, the event organizer will notify their event liaison or another board member as soon as possible. The event organizer and a chaperone will address the student privately and follow the guidelines listed below.

If the student is a PTG member: a parent will be called for the student to be picked up. If the student drove to the event, a parent will be notified that the student was asked to leave the event. As a result of the offense, the student will not be allowed to attend one of the upcoming dances.**

For non-PTG members found sneaking into an event: A parent will be contacted to pick up the student or, if the student drives, notified that the student has been asked to leave. Any event attendee that assists a non-PTG member with sneaking into the event will be asked to leave, parents will be contacted and the student will not be allowed to attend the next scheduled PTG dance.*

After the event: If the PTG board is made aware that a student(s) did sneak into an event or assisted someone sneaking into an event, the student(s) will not be allowed to attend the next scheduled PTG dance.* A second offense will be handled by the PTG board on a case-by-case basis but could result in the student losing their PTG membership for one year. **Ex: If the offense occurs during one of the final spring dances of the year, the student will not be allowed to attend the fall dance in the following school year.

While we wish for PTG members to always consider one another, and what is appropriate dress for each PTG event, here are some general guidelines to follow when choosing clothes.

All Teens at All Events:

• Dresses/skirts/shorts/skorts/slits no more than 4 inches above the knee.
• No holes or cut outs in bottoms more than 4 inches above the knee.
• Dresses or tops worn with leggings or tights will also need to be no more than 4 inches above the knee. When wearing leggings, they must be thick/opaque, no see through/sheer leggings and shirts must reach below bottom front and back. If wearing tights or hosiery with dresses, the dress must be no more than 4 inches above the knee.
• Avoid plunging necklines, sheer fabrics and lace are not considered as a covering. No exposed midriff or sheer midriffs.
• Undergarments or clothing appearing as an undergarment should not be visible even under a sheer fabric covering.
• No offensive, vulgar or profane language or images on clothing or accessories



For Formal Dances:

Gentlemen:

1. No shirts with inappropriate logos or slogans.
2. No undergarments exposed, i.e. pants sagging below the waistline.
3. No athletic wear will be allowed.

Ladies:

1. Necklines – no low cut or plunging bust lines.
2. No undergarments should be exposed.
3. The length of your dress cannot be shorter than 4 inches above the knee, and slits in the dresses can be no higher than 4 inches above the knee.
4. The back of your dress cannot go lower than your natural waistline.
5. If you wear a two-piece dress, the top and the waist of the skirt must overlap.

If there is a question about the student’s attire:

A board member will speak with the student privately and call the student's parent(s) to bring another outfit for the student to change into for the event or, if another outfit is not available, to pick up the student from the event.
If a student must leave the event due to a dress code violation, there will be no refund for event admission and/or fees.
The event organizer is asked to notify the event liaison of the policy violation within 24 hours of the event. If the event liaison is unavailable, the organizer can notify another board member. Should clarification be needed regarding any policy enforcement during the event, board members are to be contacted by event organizers. Consequences for dress code violations will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

Certification of Fully Reading this form (Student)

I CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT. I AM AWARE THAT THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY IS A CONTRACT AND I SIGN IT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.

WHEN REGISTERING ONLINE, MY ONLINE SIGNATURE SHALL SUBSTITUTE FOR AND HAVE THE SAME LEGAL EFFECT AS IF I HAD SIGNED A WAIVER AND RELEASE AGREEMENT. PARTICIPATION WILL BE DENIED IF THE SIGNATURE OF A PARENT AND DATE ARE NOT SIGNED AT THE TIME AND PLACE OF THE EVENT.