Arlington schools dues

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:NP - Any thoughts on what the expected mount is for the classroom donation (aka dues, I guess)? We got a cryptic email from the room parent about this one-time donation for the year, but they said that they were not allowed to suggest an amount (but I could tell from the tone that they seemed to have some number in mind as they hinted at "how much you would spend for X, Y, Z things for Teachers A, B, and C"). This is at a N. Arlington elementary and it's our first year there, so I don't really have a good read on it.

At my N Arlington elementary it is $50. Thats roughly $900 for a class since not all participate.
Teacher appreciation gifts for 1 teacher and 1 assistant
Craft supplies for - Halloween, Winter, & Valentine parties
Small gifts ($10 gift card) for Art, Music, Gym, Reading and Math specialists, etc.
Stock the teacher’s supply of cleaning wipes, disposable masks, and extra snacks.
Any money left over at the end of the year can be used to buy books or other supplies for the classroom or donate books to the library (ask teacher/librarian before purchasing)

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:NP - Any thoughts on what the expected mount is for the classroom donation (aka dues, I guess)? We got a cryptic email from the room parent about this one-time donation for the year, but they said that they were not allowed to suggest an amount (but I could tell from the tone that they seemed to have some number in mind as they hinted at "how much you would spend for X, Y, Z things for Teachers A, B, and C"). This is at a N. Arlington elementary and it's our first year there, so I don't really have a good read on it.

I haven't encountered that but I'd give $20-50

I found that most parents are cheap. Having been a room parent myself, it’s amazing how many people donate five dollars per teacher. Really? Gift for your child’s teachers for the whole year is less than a Starbucks drink? There are always 2 to 3 very generous parents so an all even out. I understand that some families can’t afford much, but those are not the ones I’m referring to. Moms driving Range Rovers, donating five dollars. 🙄

What other profession expects their clients to all give them gifts each year?

You aren’t the teacher’s client.

And plenty of people across many professions get client/employer gifts

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:NP - Any thoughts on what the expected mount is for the classroom donation (aka dues, I guess)? We got a cryptic email from the room parent about this one-time donation for the year, but they said that they were not allowed to suggest an amount (but I could tell from the tone that they seemed to have some number in mind as they hinted at "how much you would spend for X, Y, Z things for Teachers A, B, and C"). This is at a N. Arlington elementary and it's our first year there, so I don't really have a good read on it.

I haven't encountered that but I'd give $20-50

I found that most parents are cheap. Having been a room parent myself, it’s amazing how many people donate five dollars per teacher. Really? Gift for your child’s teachers for the whole year is less than a Starbucks drink? There are always 2 to 3 very generous parents so an all even out. I understand that some families can’t afford much, but those are not the ones I’m referring to. Moms driving Range Rovers, donating five dollars. 🙄

What other profession expects their clients to all give them gifts each year?