3.3.6 Prohibition Against Charging Student Fees

California law prohibits public schools from charging student fees for public education, unless the fee is specifically authorized under the law.  (SFUSD Board Policy 3260)

• All supplies, materials, and equipment needed to participate in “educational activities” shall be provided to students free of charge.
• A fee waiver policy shall not make a student fee permissible.
• “Educational activity” means an activity that constitutes an integral fundamental part of elementary and secondary education, including, but not limited to, curricular and extracurricular activities.
• Schools are permitted to solicit voluntary donations of funds or property; voluntary participation in fundraising activities; and may provide prizes or other recognition to students for voluntarily participating in fundraising activities.

For more information go to: www.sfusd.edu/services/know-your-rights/no-fees-essential-school-activities