We had to face hard facts and make some difficult decisions at our first General Meeting. Not having an in-person walk (or drive) through for all grades greatly impacted our ability to collect donations. Even if planned fundraisers are successful throughout the year, our capital will still be significantly short of costs.
Certain expenses cannot be cut. For example, we’ve already committed to paying a $23,000 portion of the school counselors’ salaries. So, other expenses have to be reduced or eliminated. Based on information presented by the Treasurer, our school community voted to make the following cuts to this year’s budget.
| Cut | Notes | |
| Hospitality | $1,810 | All remaining (After reimbursements) |
| Teacher Grants | $4,000 | 43% reduction (Grants reduced from $250 to $110 per teacher*) |
| Admin Budget | $200 | All |
| Career Day | $800 | All |
| Character Building | $300 | All |
| Office Supplies | $150 | 56% Reduction |
| Business Insurance | $240 | 48% Reduction |
| Total | $7,500 |
In addition to the budget cuts, we are also committing to an online auction, which will hopefully close the $10,000 gap.
It’s not too late… you can help! If you haven’t made your dollar-a-day donation, do it now! We appreciate any amount you can contribute. Your donations decide whether or not teacher grants can be fully funded or if we can contribute to counselors’ salaries next year. Together, we can definitely make a difference!