What school fees may a school charge?
School fees are governed by state law and rule, and local board of education policy. Only those fees authorized by the local board of education may be charged, and payment of “school fees” may not be a condition to attending the public school or using its equipment. (TCA 49-2-110(c)). In other words, no student may be required to pay school fees as a condition of attending school. Statutes (TCA 49-2-114) and State Board of Education Rules define what may be included in school fees. State Board Rule 0520-1-3-.03(14), available online at: http://state.tn.us/sos/rules/0520/0520-01/0520-01-03.pdf. This rule notes, for example, that schools may request, but no students may be required to pay a fee “for activities and supplies required to participate in all courses offered for credit or grade, including interscholastic athletics and marching band if taken for credit in accordance with local board policies.
School fees are governed by state law and rule, and local board of education policy. Only those fees authorized by the local board of education may be charged, and payment of “school fees” may not be a condition to attending the public school or using its equipment. (TCA § 49-2-110(c)). In other words, no student may be required to pay school fees as a condition of attending school. Statutes (TCA § 49-2-114) and State Board of Education Rules define what may be included in school fees. State Board Rule 0520-1-3-.03(14), available online. This rule notes, for example, that schools may request, but no students may be required to pay a fee “for activities and supplies required to participate in all courses offered for credit or grade, including interscholastic athletics and marching band if taken for credit in accordance with local board policies.” This information is also detailed on the State Department of Education’s website:http://tennessee.gov/education/support/doc/feeinterpretmemo.
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