Dear Parents,
As we plan for the upcoming school year, review feedback from parent surveys, and hold discussions with our faculty, PTO, and School Advisory Board, we have decided to implement a classroom fee of $100 per student one time annually. This fee will cover the various teacher gifts throughout the year as well as help fund our many class events and parties.
Traditionally, room moms have had the unpleasant task of asking for contributions from parents frequently during the year. We believe that implementing a one-time fee is a more efficient and effective way to fund these important events and activities. This will also reduce the burden on parents as they will not be pestered with requests to contribute multiple times throughout the year.
Specifically, this fee will cover the cost of teacher's birthday, Christmas, and end-of-year gifts, as well as the cost of putting together our Harvest Fest and Gala baskets. Additionally, the fee will fund three class parties that we host throughout the year (fall, Christmas, and end-of-year).
On average, the cost per event is $10–$15 per student. By collecting this fee upfront, we can ensure that every student is included in these special events regardless of their family's financial situation. We believe this is the best way to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all of our students.
We will charge the $100 classroom fee through FACTS accounts at the beginning of the school year. We understand that many families utilize ESA funds to help cover the cost of tuition and other school expenses, and we want to remind you that these funds may be used to pay this fee as well.
Thank you for your continued support of our school and our mission. We believe that these events and gifts are an important part of building community and creating a positive learning environment for our students. We look forward to another great year together!
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