The budget, approved by membership in April 2023, reflects an increase in income and expenses based on the 2022-2023 actuals. Our fundraising goal, inclusive of matching funds, for our main fundraisers (Pass the Hat & Staff Appreciation) is about $43,000. Amounts raised in excess of our goal will be directed toward programs and projects that support our school community.
Our expenses are categorized by Administration, Committees & Programs, and Projects. Administration includes items like our annual business license fee, postage, printing, and insurance. Committees & Programs are Family & Community Engagement, Advocacy, Awards, Hospitality, Reflections, Staff Appreciation, Sustainability, Communications, Emergency Preparedness, Scholarships, and Senior Events. Projects include Grants for Health/PE Speakers, a grant to RHS Help, and School/Classroom Grants. Our budgeted expenses for this year are about $43,000.
We also provide a drug and alcohol-free event for Seniors following graduation. This event is a stand-alone event and is not included in the income and expenses listed above. To help supplement the costs not covered by the student ticket purchases the Grad Night committee typically holds a Pi Day pie fundraiser on or around March 14 each year. On October 12, 2022, our standing rules were amended to allow the Grad Night event to be supported by general membership funds via the school/classroom grants process if needed. The 2023-2024 budget includes a line item to provide scholarships for attending Grad Night that comes out of the general fund.
