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Student Participation & Media Release Waiver

Life At Your School – Student Series

This Participation and Media Release Waiver (“Waiver”) is entered into voluntarily by the undersigned Student and Parent/Guardian, in collaboration with:

  • Elsie Allen High School, Santa Rosa, California

  • Faba Films, a streaming platform

  • The Joy Lab, Inc. is a Non-Profit Ogranization that supports this project through its Restorative Joy Youth Project (RJYP), a youth-centered approach designed to center student voice, well-being, and authentic storytelling throughout the filmmaking process. 

Collectively referred to as "the Parties".


Purpose of the Project

Life At Your School is an educational film project designed to provide students with hands-on experience in filmmaking while exploring themes of identity, grief, mental health, and student life. The project is created by students, for students, with professional mentorship.


Dates & Location

  • Filming Dates: June 15, 2026 – July 31, 2026

  • Filming Location: Elsie Allen High School campus and approved school-related locations

  • Premiere Event: August 15, 2026 (on-campus red carpet screening)


100% of ticket proceeds from the premiere event will go directly back to Elsie Allen High School.


Voluntary Participation

Participation in this project is completely voluntary.

  • The Student and Parent/Guardian understand that any party may withdraw from participation at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

  • Withdrawal will not affect the Student’s academic standing, grades, or relationship with the school.


Student Experience & Educational Benefits

By participating, the Student understands they will receive:

  • Film credit / job experience

  • A personalized letter of recommendation

  • A professional reference from a mentor

  • Hands-on learning in filmmaking, collaboration, and creative expression

Participation does not guarantee future employment or financial compensation.


Media Release & Distribution

The Student and Parent/Guardian grant permission for the Student’s:

  • Name

  • Likeness

  • Voice

  • Performance

  • Image 


The finished film may be:

  • Screened at schools and educational events

  • Shown during Q&A sessions

  • Streamed non-exclusively on the Faba Films platform, free to the public


No commercial sale of the film is planned. The project is educational and nonprofit in nature.


Content & Mental Health Considerations

The film addresses topics related to:

  • Mental health

  • Grief

  • Identity

  • Emotional experiences common to high school students


The Joy Lab, Inc. will provide behavioral scientists to ensure the project remains responsible, age-appropriate, and educational.

Participation does not replace professional mental health services.


Supervision & Safety

  • Filming will take place during supervised hours (9:00 AM–3:00 PM).

  • At least one chaperone will be present daily, provided by the school or parents/guardians.

  • All activities will follow school safety policies.


Acknowledgment & Release

By signing below, the Student and Parent/Guardian:

  • Acknowledge understanding of the project and its scope

  • Agree to participation under the terms outlined above

  • Release the Parties from liability related to participation, except in cases of gross negligence or misconduct

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