How did the PTA decide on the suggested amount of contribution per family?
We calculated a baseline amount of $365 per child on the principal of “a dollar a day”, or $30/month, which is less than most monthly family cable or cell phone plans, or the price of eating out once a month. Given our school’s socioeconomic diversity, we recognize that some families won’t be able to give $365–since we’re striving for 100% participation, no amount is too small. Even a $5 donation demonstrates a commitment to your child’s education. We also ask families who can afford to give more to do so–at the $2 a day ($60/month) or $3 day ($90/month) levels.
