COVID Agreement/Waiver for 2021-2022

I/we understand that to protect the Friendship community and myself, I/we/my child must abide by the rules reflected in the COVID-19 Code of Conduct and Final Plan for 2021-2022, as they may be modified by the ministry from time to time. By signing the Code of Conduct and release,

I/we agree to abide by these rules and regulations. I acknowledge that the ministry cannot eliminate the risk of illness during a global pandemic.

I/we realize there are natural, mechanical, and environmental conditions and hazards which independently or in combination with any activities engaged in while participating in this program may result in the exposure to certain risks including exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19), or other biological agents, virus or similar bacteriological agents, and the risk of being quarantined, or illness that may result in medical care, hospitalization or death.

In consideration of myself and my/our child/student participating in Friendship Christian School’s educational and school program, I/we, and any legal representatives, heirs and assigns, hereby release, waive, discharge, and indemnify Friendship Baptist Church (includes FCS), its officers, directors, employees, agents, and representatives from any and all liability for any and all cost, loss or damage, and any claim or damages resulting therefrom, on account of any injury, illness or exposure to and/or contracting the corona virus (COVID-19) or other biological agents, virus or similar bacteriological agent by me or my/our child/student’s attendance at and participation in Friendship Christian School’s educational program, including any medical expenses, injury and/or death.

I voluntarily accept the risks and responsibilities associated with in-person, on-campus study or extracurricular participation, or my presence on the ministry property at this time on my own behalf and on behalf of my child/student.

This statement, release, waiver, and indemnity agreement contains the entire agreement between and among the parties hereto, and the terms of this release are contractual and not a mere recital.

The parties to this agreement hereby agree that the interpretation and enforceability of this release shall be governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina.

I /we expressly agree that this statement, release, waiver, and indemnity agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by applicable laws, and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.

I/we have carefully read the foregoing statement, release, waiver, and indemnity agreement and know and understand the contents thereof. I/we sign this release voluntarily as my own free act.

COVID-19 Code of Conduct

Students, Parents, Faculty and Staff (Collectively: Friendship Community) along with any other visitors of community members are expected to act honestly, ethically and in the best safety interests of the school community during this COVID-19 pandemic.

This code provides guidelines & conduct expectations required of members of the Friendship
Community. It’s important that we all work together to stop the spread of COVID-19 and maintain healthy and safe learning environments for students and staff.

Guiding Principle: Our actions, behaviors, and respect towards each other should at all times show we truly care for the safety and security of our students and faculty.

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Friendship Community: EVERYONE

(1) Responsibility - All members of the Friendship community should be aware and stay vigilant to the signs of COVID-19 symptoms so that they may help prevent community spread:

CDC (Center for Disease Control) Checklist*

Fever of 100.4° or higher
Body aches
New cough, shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing
Chills
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
Unusual fatigue or irritability
Headache
Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
Unusual rash
Unusual red or pink eyes not explained by allergies or injury

*This list is not a comprehensive list of symptoms; when in doubt individuals should always consult a healthcare professional.

Friendship Community: PARENTS

(2) Complete – Parents should monitor, oversee and complete daily health checks for all students so that school safety and monitoring standards can be met thus, protecting your child, other students and the faculty and staff of the school.

(3) Monitor – Parents must monitor their child’s health to ensure that they are aware of any symptoms listed above, and regularly check to make sure children attending school do not have a temperature of 100 degrees or higher.

(4) Notify – Parents will immediately notify the school if their student has been exposed to COVID-19, or if they, siblings or other household family members have been diagnosed with COVID-19 or are self-quarantining.

(5) Ensure – Parents who choose for their child to wear a mask on a daily basis will ensure that their child is educated to the importance of wearing (and does wear) an appropriate facial covering each day as instructed.

(6) Staying Home – Parents must keep students at home and isolated when not feeling well and displaying symptoms in Code of Conduct #1 above. Parents shall not send students to school until they are symptom-free and, when applicable or advised, are assessed by their family doctor or a medical professional.

(7) Compliance – If a child in your family tests positive for COVID-19 you will be forthright in communicating test results with the school by completing the FCS COVID Reporting Form which can be found by clicking on the link below. The form will also be available on the FCS website. Additionally, you will abide by all quarantine, self-isolation or preventative health protocols of the school, to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and protect the safety of all Friendship community members.

FCS COVID Reporting Form (also available on our website)

Friendship Community: STUDENTS (we will discuss with students)

(8) Hygiene – Students shall train themselves to take extra precautions in washing their hands, using sanitizer, coughing or sneezing into their elbow, as appropriate and directed by school personnel.

(9) Masks – Students shall follow all school guidelines and directions pertaining to masks or any other type of face coverings during the school day, and at any school-sponsored event.

(10) Respect – Students at all times shall respect the concerns and wishes of others as it pertains to personal safety with COVID-19. It is unacceptable to joke, tease, intimidate or take any other actions that are derogatory in nature.

(11) Unacceptable Behavior – It is unacceptable to behave in a way that is intimidating to others by pretending that you may have COVID-19 and are attempting to spread it. (Example: coughing, sneezing or spitting towards others in an attempt to scare them regarding COVID-19)

(12) Physical Distancing – Students shall make all reasonable efforts to maintain spacing and physical distancing from each other, as directed by school policy and teachers.

(13) Necessary Gatherings – Agree to act responsibly with all guidelines for dining (grab-and-go, outdoor dining, or eating at assigned appropriately-distanced seating), and at school sporting or educational events.

(14) Responsibility – To the extent of age appropriateness, all students shall take personal responsibility for their own health and the health of others in our school community.

(15) Honor Code – If a student is quarantined and joining a class virtually, or if FCS at Home is instituted; students will be expected to maintain the highest levels of integrity and honesty in completing work assignments, educational instruction and class attendance.

Friendship Community: TEACHERS AND STAFF

(16) Ambassadors – All teachers and staff shall be ambassadors of the ministry safety protocols for COVID-19 and will devote best efforts to maintain the highest levels of compliance. All teachers and staff should protect themselves and students by practicing and promoting healthy habits during the school year.

(17) Flexibility – All teachers shall be flexible, responsive and positive with students who may be affected by new COVID-19 rules and protocols.

(18) Communication – Teachers shall communicate with students in and through all school designated methods and shall be available for both student and parents during assigned availability times.

(19) Professional Instruction – Students, according to their academic ability, should be able to independently carry out the tasks assigned by teachers including being able to access all educational materials.

(20) Standard Teaching Activity – During temporary COVID-19 closures, all standard and routine instructional requirements will remain (i.e.: lesson planning and submission, delivery, grading and recording of required record keeping).

(21) High Standards – To the greatest extent possible, all teachers will endeavor to return to school routines, structure and communication goals for the benefit of students’ acclimation back to school. Such high standards are important to reduce the stress of COVID-19 induced isolation or alteration of predictable daily routines.

I/we understand that to protect the Friendship community and myself, I/we/my child must abide by the rules reflected in the COVID-19 Code of Conduct and Final Plan for 2021-2022, as they may be modified by the ministry from time to time. By signing the Code of Conduct, I/we agree to abide by these rules and regulations. I acknowledge that the ministry cannot eliminate the risk of illness during a global pandemic.