Student Fees

There are three categories of fees that may be collected annually for every student who attends a Barrington 220 school, both during the regular school year and summer school. While the amounts may vary depending on the grade level, the categories are the same for each student whether the student is in the elementary, middle or high school grades.

• GENERAL FEES: support the operation of educational programming. The district or an individual school can assess a General Fee or it may pertain to an optional item selected by the parent. General fees support expenses for technology, student ID cards, middle and high school yearbooks, instructional materials, textbooks, free admittance to athletic and co-curricular events, and other daily classroom expenses. Optional/replacement purchase fees within the general category may  include: student meals, a physical education class uniform, a hall or P.E. lock if needed, PTO dues, and high school parking privileges. General Fees are due by Aug. 1 before the next school year.
   

• COURSE & PROGRAM FEES: provide materials and services unique to a specific course or program in which a student enrolls. These fees often pertain to instrumental music classes, world language courses, drivers education, and programs for which a uniform or equipment is required. Course & Program Fees typically cover the cost of consumable materials, insurance or one-time rentals and purchases. Course & Program Fees for both semesters are due by Feb. 1 during each year in which a student enrolls in a qualifying class.
   

• OBLIGATION FEES: are assessed as needed when a student fails to return district property or has outstanding liabilities. While uncommon but sometimes necessary, Obligation Fees are collected for damaged or lost laptop computers and textbooks, fines for overdue library materials and unpaid student fees or meal accounts.

According to the Board of Education policy, a refund of prorated fees can be requested before March 1 if a student withdraws from the school district. Fees for consumable materials, however, are not refundable.

Beginning with the 2021-2022 school year, any student account with an outstanding balance on December 1 will be assessed a late fee of $25.00. The late fee will not be applied to accounts with outstanding balances that only consist of optional fees for the Barrington 220 Educational Foundation, PTO memberships, and BCIC Family Contributions. The late fee also will not be applied to accounts with an approved payment plan.

Students whose families meet the federal income guidelines for free lunch under the federal meals program are eligible for fee waivers. Fees will also be waived for students whose parents are veterans or active-duty military personnel with incomes at or below 200% of the federal poverty line or if the student is homeless, as defined in the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.

OPTIONAL DONATIONS AND DUES
The organizations listed below use the optional contributions to support various events and programs throughout the school year. The optional donations and dues are applied to all student fee accounts in July. Unpaid donations or dues will be automatically removed from student accounts by the end of October each school year.

B220 Education Foundation encourages curiosity, inspires students' passion for learning and career exploration, and provides enriching opportunities through private funding. Visit the B220 Education Foundation website to learn more.

BStrong Together is a community coalition that brings together stakeholders, including students, parents, educators, and organizations, to enhance the health and well-being of Barrington-area children and youth in mind, body, and spirit from early childhood through high school and beyond. Visit the BStrong Together website to learn more about the organization.

Barrington Chinese Immersion Council (BCIC) supports the Chinese Immersion program with enrichment opportunities, cultural experiences, classroom resources, staff appreciation, student recognition, and community outreach. Learn more about the organization on the BCIC website.

B220 PTO Organizations support academic programming, social activities for students, and staff appreciation initiatives. For more information, visit the PTO Information page on your student's school website.

Barrington Giving Day provides essential items to students and families within Barrington 220 who qualify as low-income or are experiencing hardship. Eligible families are invited to participate in Giving Day events held throughout the year. Learn more on the Barrington Giving Day website.