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Permission Slip

For teachers, coaches and youth leaders who need a quick yes or no from parents for an on-site activity, such as a class movie, guest speaker, special event or club meeting. For off-site trips with transportation, use the field trip consent form.

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What you need to fill it in

  • Activity name, date and time
  • Location and supervising adult
  • Cost, if any, and what to bring
  • Return deadline

What's inside

17 fields, ready to fill

  • 12Typed answersnames, addresses, descriptions
  • 3Dateschecked as real dates
  • 1Choicescheckboxes, options, dropdowns
  • 1Signaturessignature and initials

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Instructions

How to fill out the Permission Slip

  1. 1

    Teacher: activity details

    Fill in the activity, date, time, location, cost and return deadline before sending.

  2. 2

    Parent: choose yes or no

    Select whether your child may take part.

  3. 3

    Parent: contact and notes

    Enter a phone number for the day and any allergies or concerns.

  4. 4

    Sign and return

    Sign and return the slip by the deadline, on paper or as a signed PDF.

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This template is a general starting point, not legal advice. School, district and state rules differ; check your organization's policies before use.

Written by PDFBetter and last reviewed October 15, 2026. Spotted a problem? Tell us.

Permission Slip: questions people ask

When should I use this instead of the field trip consent form?

Use this short slip for activities at school or your usual venue. Off-site trips with transportation, meals or overnight stays need the field trip form, which collects medical and emergency details.

Can parents sign electronically?

Usually yes, if your school or organization accepts e-signatures. Send the slip with Request signatures or publish it as a web form.

What if a parent says no?

Plan a supervised alternative activity and make sure the student isn't penalized.

How long should we keep signed slips?

Follow your district or organization's records policy. Many keep them at least through the end of the school year.

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