About this Event
For youth ages 11-14, the 2026 IZS Youth Symposium will include games, fun, music and discussions centering around topics relevant to teens with a Discover Your SUPERPOWERS related theme.
The event will be held on March 14, 2026 at the James T. Anderson Boys & Girls Club starting in the gym.
A few of the topics to be discussed are:
- Building Self-Esteem – Power to Decide!
- Discovering Your Personal Strengths, Navigating, Social Media, and Mental Health Resources
- Positive Affirmations
- Safety (Human Trafficking), STDs, Teen Pregnancy (These segments are for older students)
- IZS Step Clinic
This event is free to all attendees! The symposium starts at 10AM. Lunch and snacks will be provided to all registrants!
The Sigma Gamma Rho Youth Symposium is designed to address issues and opportunities related to STEM, Health/Wellness (Mental and Physical), Social Action/Justice, Education and Career Planning, Financial Literacy, and Culture (social media, etc.). Nationwide, Alumnae Chapters of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority (supported by undergraduate chapters and affiliates) present a unified effort to support our youth in-person and/or virtually through impactful, educational, inspiring, and engaging programming for youth.
All attendees must agree to adhere to the terms and conditions of the Covid 19 Waiver below.
COVID-19 SAFETY INFORMATION: The World Health Organization has declared the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) a worldwide pandemic. Due to its capacity to transmit from person-to-person through respiratory droplets, the government has set recommendations, guidelines, and some prohibitions which Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., (“Sorority”) adheres to comply. In light of the ongoing spread of COVID-19, individuals who fall within any of the categories below should not voluntarily participate in face-to-face activities, meetings or events organized, facilitated, or sponsored by the Sorority (“Activity” or “Activities”).In consideration of my participation in the foregoing, the undersigned acknowledges and agrees to participate in the Activity, and hereby acknowledges, understands, and agrees to the terms enumerated in this document, including the terms set forth on any other documents, guidance or policies established by the Sorority and the following:1. I am aware of the existence of the risk on my physical appearance to the venue and my participation to the activity of the Organization that may cause injury or illness such as, but not limited to Influenza, MRSA, or COVID-19 that may lead to paralysis or death. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exist.2. I have not experienced symptoms associated with COVID-19, which include fever, cough, fatigue, and shortness of breath among others, or any communicable disease within past fourteen (14) days.3. I have not, nor any member(s) of my household, traveled by sea or by air, internationally within the past thirty (30) days.4. I have not traveled at any point in the past fourteen (14) days to a community in the U.S. that has experienced or is experiencing sustained community spread of COVID-19.5. I have not been, nor any member(s) of my household, diagnosed to be infected of COVID-19 virus within the last 30 days or not yet cleared as non-contagious by state or local public health authorities or the health care team responsible for treatment. While voluntarily participating in Sorority Activities, “social distancing” must be practiced, and face coverings worn at all times to reduce the risks of exposure to COVID-19. Because COVID-19 is extremely contagious and is spread mainly from person-to-person contact, the Sorority has provided this guidance to reduce the spread of COVID-19. However, the Sorority cannot guarantee that you, participants, volunteers, partners, or others in attendance will not become infected with COVID-19. By signing below, you agree to follow instructions for the [Youth Symposium] at [Matthews Boys & Girls Club] (“Activity”) that may be outlined in any additional materials provided by Sorority, herein.
MEDICAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND RELEASE: I acknowledge the health risks associated with the Activity, including but not limited to transient dizziness, lightheaded, fainting, nausea, muscle cramping, musculoskeletal injury, joint pains, sprains and strains, heart attack, stroke, or sudden death. I agree to self-monitor for signs and symptoms of COVID-19 (symptoms typically include fever, cough, and shortness of breath). I agree that if I experience any of these or any other COVID-19 symptoms during the Activity, I will discontinue my participation immediately and seek appropriate medical attention, and if practical, contact the Sponsoring Chapter Basileus [Dr. Linnea Buckhalter] at [[email protected]], within 14 days after participating in the Activity.
RELEASE AND WAIVER: With full knowledge of the risks involved, I hereby release, waive, and forever discharge the Sorority, all past, present and future members of its board, its officers, independent contractors, affiliates, employees, representatives, partners, successors, and assigns (“Released Parties”) from any and all liabilities, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever, wither in law or in equity, directly or indirectly, to the fullest extent permissible by law, including but not limited to any loss, damage, injury, or death, caused by the negligence, fault or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties, including but not limited to death, bodily injury, illness, economic loss or out of pocket expenses, or loss or damage to property, which I my heirs, assignees, next of kin and/or legally appointed or designated representatives, may have or which may hereinafter accrue on my behalf, which arise or may hereafter arise from my participation in the Activity, or that may be that may be sustained by me related to COVID-19 while participating in any Activity while in, on, or around the premises or while using the facilities that may lead to unintentional exposure or harm due to COVID-19. I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Sorority from and against any and all costs, expenses, damages, lawsuits, and/or liabilities or claims arising whether directly or indirectly from or related to any and all claims made by or against any of the Released Parties due to injury, loss, or death from or related to the Activity or COVID-19.
LIABILITY WAIVER/ ASSUMPTION OF RISK:
I acknowledge that I derive personal satisfaction and a benefit by virtue of my participation and/or voluntarism with the Sorority, and I willingly engage in Sorority Activities. I am fully and personally responsible for my own safety and actions while and during my participation in Activities, and I recognize that I may be at risk of contracting COVID-19. I acknowledge and understand the following:1. I recognize that my participation, involvement and/or attendance at the Sorority Activity is voluntary and may result in personal injury (including death) and/or property damage.2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID- 19, even if arising from the negligence or fault of the Released Parties; and3. I hereby knowingly assume the risk of injury, harm and loss associated with the Activity, including any injury, harm and loss caused by the negligence, fault or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties.
ACTIVITY INFORMATION: 2026 Youth Symposium
Brief Description: 2026 Youth Symposium
Location: Anderson Boys & Girls Club | 529 Manget St. Marietta, GA 30060
Date and Time: March 14, 2026 at 10:00AM
Sponsoring Chapter: Iota Zeta Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
Participant Acknowledgement: I have fully read and understand this waiver and by selecting "I agree", I hereby acknowledge, understand, and agree to comply with the terms set forth in in this document, including the terms set forth on any other documents, guidance or policies established by the Sorority.
While voluntarily participating in Sorority Activities, “social distancing” must be practiced, and face coverings worn at all times to reduce the risks of exposure to COVID-19. Because COVID-19 is extremely contagious and is spread mainly from person-to-person contact, the Sorority has provided this guidance to reduce the spread of COVID-19. However, the Sorority cannot guarantee that you, participants, volunteers, partners, or others in attendance will not become infected with COVID-19. By signing below, you agree to follow instructions for the Youth Symposium Service Event, (“Activity”) that may be outlined in any additional materials provided by Sorority, incorporated herein.
MEDICAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND RELEASE. I/We/Participant acknowledge the health risks associated with the Activity, including but not limited to transient dizziness, lightheaded, fainting, nausea, muscle cramping, musculoskeletal injury, joint pains, sprains and strains, heart attack, stroke, or sudden death. Participant agrees to self-monitor for signs and symptoms of COVID-19 (symptoms typically include fever, cough, and shortness of breath). I/We/Participant agree that if Participant experiences any of these or any other COVID-19 symptoms during the Activity, Participant will discontinue my participation immediately and seek appropriate medical attention, and if practical, contact the Sponsoring Chapter Basileus Dr. Linnea Buckhalter at [email protected], within 14 days after participating in the Activity.
RELEASE AND WAIVER: With full knowledge of the risks involved, I/We/Participant hereby release, waive, and forever discharge the Sorority, all past, present and future members of its board, its officers, independent contractors, affiliates, employees, representatives, partners, successors, and assigns (“Released Parties”) from any and all liabilities, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever, wither in law or in equity, directly or indirectly, to the fullest extent permissible by law, including but not limited to any loss, damage, injury, or death, caused by the negligence, fault or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties, including but not limited to death, bodily injury, illness, economic loss or out of pocket expenses, or loss or damage to property, which I/We/Participant, our/my heirs, assignees, next of kin and/or legally appointed or designated representatives, may have or which may hereinafter accrue on my/our behalf, which arise or may hereafter arise from Participant’s participation in the Activity, or that may be that may be sustained by Participant related to COVID-19 while participating in any activity while in, on, or around the premises or while using the facilities that may lead to unintentional exposure or harm due to COVID-19. I/We/Participant agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Sorority from and against any and all costs, expenses, damages, lawsuits, and/or liabilities or claims arising whether directly or indirectly from or related to any and all claims made by or against any of the Released Parties due to injury, loss, or death from or related to the Activity or COVID-19.
LIABILITY WAIVER/ ASSUMPTION OF RISK:I/We/Participant acknowledge Participant derives personal satisfaction and a benefit by virtue of participation and/or voluntarism with the Sorority, and Participant willingly engages in Sorority Activities. I/We/Participant are fully and personally responsible for Participant’s own safety and actions while and during Participant’s participation in Activities, and I/We/Participant recognize that Participant may be at risk of contracting COVID-19. I/We/Participant acknowledge and understand the following:1.I/We/Participant recognize that Participant’s participation, involvement and/or attendance at the Sorority Activity is voluntary and may result in personal injury (including death) and/or property damage.2.I/We/Participant knowingly and freely assume all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID- 19, even if arising from the negligence or fault of the Released Parties; and3.I/We/Participant hereby knowingly assume the risk of injury, harm and loss associated with the Activity, including any injury, harm and loss caused by the negligence, fault or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties.
SIGMA GAMMA RHO SORORITY, INCORPORATED COVID-19 SAFETY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT -- LIABILITY WAIVER AND RELEASE OF CLAIMS PARTICIPANT UNDER 18 YEARS OLD
ACTIVITY INFORMATION:
Name of Activity/Event: 2026 Youth Symposium
Provide Brief Description: Annual event for youth ages 11-14, include games, fun, music and discussions centering around topics relevant to teens. starting in the auditorium.
Location: Anderson Boys & Girls Club | 529 Manget St. Marietta, GA 30060
Date and Time: March 14, 2026 at 10:00AM
Sponsoring Chapter: Iota Zeta Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
Parent/Guardian Acknowledgment: By selecting "I agree", I have fully read and understand this waiver and I hereby acknowledge, understand, and agree that my child must comply with the terms set forth in in this document, including the terms set forth on any other documents, guidance or policies established by the Sorority.
PHOTO & VIDEO WAIVER: By selecting "I agree" below, I hereby grant and authorize Iota Zeta Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. the right to take, edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, distribute and remake use of any and all pictures, video, and/or audio taken of me to be used in and/or for any lawful promotional materials including but not limited to newsletters, flyers, posters, brochures, advertisements, press kits, websites, social networking sites and other print or digital communications without payment or any other consideration. This authorization extends to all languages, media, formats and markets now known or later discovered. I waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears, including written or electronic copy. Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of my image or recording. I hereby hold harmless and release Iota Zeta Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. from all liability, petitions and causes of action which I my heirs, representatives, executors, or any other persons may make while acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
James T. Anderson Boys & Girls Club, 529 Manget Street Southeast, Marietta, United States
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