August 8 - 9 Bradford Woods

About the RetreatThe University High School Class of 2019 Freshman Retreat will take place Saturday, August 8 to Sunday, August 9 and will be held at Bradford Woods in Martinsville, IN. Students will depart from University High School at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday (leaving from the west parking lot by Fairbanks Hall) and will return to University High School at 4 p.m. on Sunday. Activities at the retreat will include a ropes course, a raft challenge, and lots of class bonding/socialization time.

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Everything You Need to Know About the

UHS Freshman RetreatPacking ListPlease pack the following items in one small (or medium) soft duffel bag:

Clothing & General

1 change of shorts1 pair of pants, slacks, or leggings2 extra shirts (t-shirts)2 extra pairs of socks1 rain/wind jacket (optional)2 pairs of underclothesSunscreen/sunblock*HatSunglassesBook or reading materialsSwimsuit

Sleeping

Bed linens for a twin or bunk bedPillow & pillowcase1 pair of nightclothesEye glass/contact lens containers (if needed)

Toiletries

1 pair of sandals for showerTowel & washcloth7RRWKEUXVK��SDVWH���ÁRVV Hygiene products*Soap, shampoo, etc.*

* We recommend all liquid items be packed in a Ziploc bag to avoid spills or stains.

New Student & Parent Orientation: August 16Don’t forget to join us at University High School on Sunday, August 16 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. for New Parent & Student Orientation. We’ll review some of the day-to-day things students will see at University, and for parents, we’ll cover the ways in which we communicate, how to access your child’s grades, and more! Plus -- the whole family is invited to stick around for the all-school ice cream social from 4-6 p.m. immediately following orientation.

Indiana University, through its Bradford Woods programs (hereinafter referred to as University), manages and conducts adventure and outdoor based programs. These activities are supervised by University sta!, interns, and school personnel. Although novice skills will be taught and supervised by competent and experienced adult leaders, there is some degree of risk involved in the various activities and the ultimate safety of each participant will depend on the participants willingness to listen and to abide by the instructions, rules, and regula-tions given throughout the program.

The safety and well-being of each participant is of paramount importance to Bradford Woods and the professional sta!, employees, and trustees of Indiana University. All reasonable care and precautions are taken to ensure a fun educational experience. The following “ac-knowledgment, assumption of risk and release of claims” is both a requirement of insurance coverage and an important reminder to you as a parent / guardian or participant to be sure that you or your child is properly prepared.

Acknowledgement, Assumption of Risk, and Release of Claims

desires to participate in the program speci"ed above. I understand the program o!ered through Bradford Woods may include, but is not limited to, the following potential hazardous activities: ground based initiatives, individual and group challenge activities, low, intermediate, and high ropes courses, hiking, camping, backpacking, caving, canoeing, other water based activities, "shing, archery, arts and crafts, environmental nature studies, transportation to and from activity sites and all other activ-ities. The inherent risks of these activities include the following: personal injury, property damage, illness, or death.

I understand that Bradford Woods does not require that I participate in the above-mentioned program.

In recognition of the potentially hazardous nature of the elective program, I, or my child, my heirs and assigns, hereby release Bradford Woods and the professional sta!, employees, the trustees of Indiana University, and its agents from all claims of negligence arising from participation in the program. I further agree to hold harmless and indemnify Bradford Woods and the professional sta!, employees, the trustees of Indiana University, and its agents for all defense costs, including attorney fees, and any other costs resulting in connection with my participation in this program.

I understand that this release relates to all claims and liability during and after the program resulting from a pre-existing medical condition. I have read and completed the medical history form provided by Bradford Woods and accept full responsibility for omissions or errors on the medical history form. I also understand that this release relates to all claims and liability resulting from unforeseen or intemperate weather. I have read the clothing list provided by Bradford Woods and accept full responsibility for inadequate clothing provided by me or those items which I fail to provide.

I have read this entire “acknowledgement and assumption of risk and release of claims” and fully understand the contents. My signature indicates that I have satis"ed my questions and concerns regarding the above-mentioned program by talking with a representative of Bradford Woods.

Participant signature (Legal guardian’s signature if participant is under the age of 18) Date

Photographic Release

I hereby grant the University permission to take photographs, video recordings, and/or sound recordings of myself or my son or daughter. I grant the university permission to use the negatives, prints, motion pictures, video tapings, or any other reproduction of the same for educational and promotional purposes in manuals, on #yers, on the internet, or in any other manner deemed necessary. I declare that I have read and understand the contents of this PHOTOGRAPHIC RELEASE, and I am signing this as my free and voluntary act, irrevocably binding myself and my heirs.

Participant signature (Legal guardian’s signature if participant is under the age of 18) Date

Global ReleaseProgram Name: Program Dates:

Medical Information: Blood Type (if known): Height: Weight:

Allergies (describe reaction):

Speci!c Dietary Needs:

Current medications (name, dosage, reason for taking):

Please list any special conditions you are aware of or have been told by a physician that we should be aware of (i.e. injuries, medical diagnosis, past surgeries, arthristis, ahthma, heart disease, high blood pressure, pregnancy, etc.)

Participant Medical FormPlease !ll out this form thoroughly. We will use the information provided to plan a safe and enjoyable experience. This also serves as a helpful reminder to you of physical precautions and care you may need to take because of previous injuries and other physical conditions. Any information disclosed on this form will remain con!dential.

Participant Name: Male Female DOB:

Address

City State Zip Phone

In case of emergency, notify (name): Relationship to participant:

Address

City State Zip Phone

Name of Physician: Phone

Physician’s Address

Insurance Company Policy Number

www.bradwoods.org

Medical Services Permission ReleaseDuring participation in a Bradford Woods program, the Trustees of Indiana Universitiy, its agents, servants, and employees are hereby authorized to provide and secure any medical services, and authorize the diagnosis and treatment (including, but not limited to, surgery and the administering of anaesthesia) of any injury or illness as in its judgment is necessary or advisable for the individual.

I hereby agree that the MEDICAL HISTORY provided above is true to my knowledge. I declare that I have read and understand the contents of the MEDICAL SERVICES PERMISSION and I am signing this as my free and voluntary act, irrevocably binding myself and my heirs.

Participant signature (Legal guardian’s signature if participant is under the age of 18) Date

Revised 5/30/13