DevilBotz Participation Agreement

Participant Information =

Student Name:  ______________________________  

Parent/Guardian Name:  ______________________________  

Emergency Contact & Phone:  ______________________________

1. Purpose of This Agreement

This agreement covers participation in DevilBotz Team 2876 activities, including:

Team meetings and build sessions

Workshops and training

Outreach events and demonstrations

Fundraising activities

Travel to and from team‑organized events

Any robotics‑related activity not directly operated by FIRST®

This agreement is separate from the FIRST Consent & Release, which applies only to FIRST‑sanctioned programs and competitions.

2. Voluntary Participation

Participation in DevilBotz Team 2876 is voluntary.  

Team activities may involve hands‑on work with tools, machinery, electrical components, programming equipment, and other materials commonly used in competitive robotics.

3. Assumption of Risk

By participating, I acknowledge that DevilBotz activities may involve inherent risks, including but not limited to:

Minor cuts, scrapes, or bruises

Exposure to tools, moving parts, or machinery

Lifting or carrying materials

Physical activity during team events

Travel to and from meetings or events

The DevilBotz leadership team takes reasonable steps to promote safety, supervision, and responsible tool use.

4. Medical Authorization

If a parent/guardian cannot be reached during an emergency, I authorize supervising adult(s) affiliated with DevilBotz Team 2876 to seek appropriate medical care for my child.  

I understand that I am responsible for any associated medical costs.

5. Media Permission (Team‑Level)

I grant permission for DevilBotz Team 2876 to take and use photographs, video, or audio recordings of my child for team‑related purposes, including:

Team website, social media, and promotional materials

Sponsor communications

Outreach and educational presentations

Event documentation

This permission does not grant rights to FIRST or event partners; those are covered separately by the FIRST Consent & Release.

6. Transportation Acknowledgment

Transportation to and from DevilBotz activities may be provided by parents, volunteers, or school staff.  

The team does not provide commercial transportation services.

7. Code of Conduct Agreement

All DevilBotz participants are expected to:

Follow safety rules and instructions

Treat teammates, mentors, volunteers, and event staff with respect

Use tools and equipment responsibly

Maintain a positive and inclusive team environment

Follow school, district, or organizational policies

Failure to follow these expectations may result in removal from activities.

8. Relationship to FIRST Consent & Release

This agreement does not replace the FIRST Consent & Release Agreement.  

Both documents must be completed for participation in FIRST Robotics Competition events.

Acknowledgment & Signature

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read and understand this agreement, and I consent to my child’s participation in DevilBotz Team 2876 activities.

Parent/Guardian Signature:___________________________

Date:___________________________

Student Signature (if applicable):___________________________

Date:___________________________