RISE UP HOMESCHOOL ORGANIZATION

Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity Agreement

WAIVER OF LIABILITY- In order of being permitted to participate in Rise Up Homeschool Organization, for myself, my children, my heirs, and personal representative or assigns, I, for myself, my spouse and all family members, do hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue Rise Up Homeschool Organization, Rise Up board members, and Crossroads Covenant Church from liability and from any and all claims including the negligence or default of Rise Up Homeschool Organization, its directors, officers, members, volunteers, instructors, property owners, and/or agents resulting in personal injury, accidents, or illnesses (including death) and property loss arising from, but not limited to, participation in the Activities.

ASSUMPTION OF RISKS: Participation in the Activities carries with it certain inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries. The specific risks vary from one activity to another. Still, the risks range from (1) minor injuries such as scratches, bruises, and sprains, (2) major injuries such as eye injury or loss of sight, joint or back injuries, broken bones or teeth, asthma or heart attacks, and concussions, to (3) catastrophic injuries including paralysis and death. I have read and I know, understand, and appreciate these and other risks that are inherent in the Activities, whether classes, lessons, commons area, field trips, special events, social activities, or any other activity. I hereby assert that my participation and/or the participation of my spouse, my children, or any one of my family members is voluntary and that I knowingly assume and accept all risks.

INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS: I also agree to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD Rise Up Homeschool Organization, its directors, officers, instructors, members, volunteers, property owners, and/or agents HARMLESS from any and all claims, actions, suits, procedures, costs, expenses, damages, and liabilities, including attorneys’ fees, brought as a result of my involvement in the Activities and/or the participation of my spouse, a minor child, or a ward of mine in the Activities in any location where Activities are conducted and of and from all claims which may hereafter develop or accrue to them on account of injury, loss, or damage, which may be suffered by said minor or to any property because of any matter, thing, or condition, negligence, or default whatsoever.

SEVERABILITY: The undersigned further expressly agrees that the foregoing waiver and assumption of risks, indemnification, and hold harmless agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law of the State of Minnesota and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF UNDERSTANDING: I have read this Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risks, and Indemnity Agreement, fully understand its terms, and understand that I am giving up substantial rights, including my right to sue. I acknowledge that I am signing this agreement freely and voluntarily and intend by my signature to provide a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law. I further agree that by typing my name below, I am stating that I have read, understand, and agree to this Waiver of Liability for myself, my spouse, and my children, my personal representatives or assigns.