Parent/Guardian Consent
I give permission for my child to participate in YSMnation Founders Lab, a youth entrepreneurship program designed to help students learn creativity, leadership, financial literacy, communication, problem-solving, and business-building skills through guided lessons and hands-on activities.
I understand that program activities may include classroom instruction, group projects, brainstorming, product development, creative work, presentations, pitch practice, Market Day preparation, and other supervised learning experiences.
I understand that participation is voluntary and that my child is expected to follow all program rules, safety instructions, and staff guidance.
- Learn
- Create
- Launch
- Lead
Assumption of Risk
I understand that participation in any youth program may involve some risk. These risks may include, but are not limited to, minor cuts, scrapes, bruises, slips, falls, allergic reactions, illness, emotional discomfort, conflicts with other participants, or accidents involving age-appropriate materials, supplies, tools, or activities.
YSMnation will make reasonable efforts to provide a structured, supervised, and age-appropriate program environment. However, I understand that no program can eliminate all risks.
Medical Authorization
In the event of illness, injury, or emergency, I authorize YSMnation staff or representatives to contact me and/or the emergency contact listed on my child’s registration form.
If I cannot be reached promptly, I authorize YSMnation staff or representatives to seek emergency medical care for my child when reasonably necessary.
I understand that I am responsible for any medical expenses related to such care.
I agree to provide accurate information during registration regarding my child’s allergies, medical conditions, medications, behavioral needs, or any other important care instructions.
Release of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I agree to release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless YSMnation, Young Success Makers, its owners, directors, instructors, staff, volunteers, contractors, partners, host location, and representatives from claims, losses, damages, injuries, or expenses arising out of or related to my child’s participation in Founders Lab.
This release applies to claims connected with ordinary risks associated with participation in the program, except where such claims result from gross negligence, willful misconduct, intentional misconduct, or conduct that cannot legally be waived.
Personal Belongings
I understand that my child is responsible for any personal items brought to the program. YSMnation is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal belongings.
Parents are encouraged to label personal items and avoid sending valuables that are not needed for the program.
Photo and Media Permission
During registration, parents/guardians will be asked to select a media permission option.
If I give media permission, I authorize YSMnation to photograph or record my child during program activities and to use those images or videos for program highlights, website content, social media, promotional materials, recap materials, or educational purposes.
If I do not give media permission, YSMnation will make reasonable efforts not to intentionally use my child’s photo or video in public promotional materials.
I understand that group photos or event images may sometimes include participants in the background, and YSMnation will make reasonable efforts to respect the media preference selected during registration.
Market Day Participation
I understand that Founders Lab may include a Market Day, showcase, or presentation where students may display, pitch, or sell student-created products or business ideas.
I understand that students will receive guidance, but parents/guardians are responsible for reviewing and approving their child’s product idea, materials, pricing, and participation.
YSMnation may restrict or prohibit any product that is unsafe, inappropriate, food-related, not age-appropriate, or not aligned with program guidelines.
Students may not sell food, unsafe items, restricted items, or products that have not been approved by YSMnation staff and the parent/guardian.
Code of Conduct
Founders Lab is designed to be a safe, respectful, creative, and encouraging environment where every student can learn, build, and grow with confidence.
By registering, parents/guardians agree to review these expectations with their child before the program begins.
Student Expectations
- Treat instructors, staff, volunteers, classmates, guests, and the program space with respect.
- Use kind and appropriate language.
- Follow directions from program staff.
- Participate positively in lessons, group work, projects, and activities.
- Respect other people’s ideas, even when they are different from their own.
- Keep hands, feet, and objects to themselves.
- Use supplies, tools, equipment, and materials safely and responsibly.
- Stay with the group and remain in approved program areas.
- Help keep the program space clean and organized.
- Practice honesty in projects, teamwork, presentations, and Market Day activities.
Behavior That Is Not Allowed
- Bullying, teasing, name-calling, or excluding others
- Physical aggression, fighting, or unsafe behavior
- Threats, harassment, intimidation, or discriminatory behavior
- Disrespect toward staff, students, guests, or the program space
- Stealing, damaging property, or misusing supplies
- Repeated disruption of lessons or activities
- Leaving approved areas without permission
- Recording, photographing, or posting others without permission
Technology and Devices
Phones, tablets, computers, and other electronic devices may only be used when allowed by program staff.
Students may not use devices to distract others, access inappropriate content, record other students, take photos without permission, or post program content without approval.
YSMnation is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged electronic devices brought to the program.
Parent/Guardian Responsibilities
- Provide accurate registration, emergency contact, allergy, and medical information.
- Drop off and pick up their child on time.
- Ensure only authorized adults pick up their child.
- Communicate respectfully with program staff.
- Review this Code of Conduct with their child.
- Support their child in following program expectations.
- Review and approve any Market Day product, pricing, and materials.
- Notify YSMnation promptly of any changes that may affect the child's participation, safety, or care.
Discipline and Dismissal Policy
If a student has difficulty following the Code of Conduct, YSMnation staff may take appropriate steps based on the situation.
These steps may include reminders, redirection, parent/guardian contact, removal from an activity, early pickup, suspension from the program, or dismissal from the program.
YSMnation reserves the right to remove a student from the program if their behavior creates a safety concern, disrupts the learning environment, damages property, or negatively affects the experience of other students.
Refunds are not guaranteed if a student is removed from the program due to behavior that violates the Code of Conduct.