THEY FINALLY BACKED DOWN AND CANCELED THE FEE HIKE!! WE ABSOLUTELY DID IT AND I AM BEYOND THRILLED WITH THIS MASSIVE VICTORY!! STAY VIGILANT BECAUSE WE WILL BE WATCHING THE SCHOOL ACCOUNTS VERY CLOSELY MOVING FORWARD!!
May 26, 2018
Final supporters
The parents of Mae’s Schools register our strong disagreement and opposition to the imposition of excessive fee hikes of up to 42%. While we are not against raising the price of fees (as is the prerogative of any business), we think it should be reasonable and in keeping with the state of our economy. In the words of the very Administrator who was against VAT on private education last year, “Private school parents encompass a diverse social landscape, from market vendors to business owners to corporate executives. Seemingly a group that has nothing in common, save for an overwhelming desire to provide the very best opportunities for their children. In order to achieve this goal, significant sacrifices are already being made by most to meet tuition obligations.”
Parents now feel coerced into signing and submitting letters due April 30 to secure a space for their child in September when it is a known fact that other private schools may already be full or have already closed registration, leaving parents at a disadvantage. Also worthy of note is that letters indicating whether you intend to continue at Mae’s were already submitted before school closed for Easter. This would lead us to believe that these duplicate letters are to provide evidence to the Ministry that parents are not against the fee hike. This is not the case. Some parents, especially those in the higher levels, may not be able to move their child(ren) at this time due to various circumstances: proximity to work, home, splitting up of siblings who may be in Secondary and Primary, preparing for national exams etc. In addition, we are all considering the impact of a move on our children, many of whom have already established close bonds with their friends and teachers.
With this is mind we petition for:
- A reduction in the percentage increase to under 14% across the board
- A face-to-face meeting with affected parents.
- A PTA formed or resuscitated at the school.
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Reached 100 supporters
April 19, 2018
31 Comments
We need this reduction, our salaries have not been raised. 42% is way too much, Mae's dont care about us all they care about is $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$...We need a PTA.
I stand firmly against this increase, I find the amount very ridiculous and unreasonable. I want my child to have a standard education, but at the same time would not allow this institution to exploit myself and fellow parents.
De admin seems to be exploiting parents especially since they realised that most parents were honoring De 14% vat previously imposed by government, a policy they themselves opposed. How ironical can it gets.
Two of my children are currently enrolled in the school with another soon to join. I chose Mae's because I believed the school catered for the working class and at the same time do not discriminate against the Cost of Education VS. the Value of Education. Please think about the parents who work hard to give their children a solid foundation in life. Do not penalize us for choosing a Private School over a public School.
Rise is school fee shouldn’t have to be so extrem it’s unfair to us parents. They should have consideration esp for the parents with 2-3 kids. With this increase our children should have better washroom. It’s ridiculous
W.jones
I endorse this petition 42% is too much
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THEY FINALLY BACKED DOWN AND CANCELED THE FEE HIKE!! WE ABSOLUTELY DID IT AND I AM BEYOND THRILLED WITH THIS MASSIVE VICTORY!! STAY VIGILANT BECAUSE WE WILL BE WATCHING THE SCHOOL ACCOUNTS VERY CLOSELY MOVING FORWARD!!
May 26, 2018
Final supporters
The parents of Mae’s Schools register our strong disagreement and opposition to the imposition of excessive fee hikes of up to 42%. While we are not against raising the price of fees (as is the prerogative of any business), we think it should be reasonable and in keeping with the state of our economy. In the words of the very Administrator who was against VAT on private education last year, “Private school parents encompass a diverse social landscape, from market vendors to business owners to corporate executives. Seemingly a group that has nothing in common, save for an overwhelming desire to provide the very best opportunities for their children. In order to achieve this goal, significant sacrifices are already being made by most to meet tuition obligations.”
Parents now feel coerced into signing and submitting letters due April 30 to secure a space for their child in September when it is a known fact that other private schools may already be full or have already closed registration, leaving parents at a disadvantage. Also worthy of note is that letters indicating whether you intend to continue at Mae’s were already submitted before school closed for Easter. This would lead us to believe that these duplicate letters are to provide evidence to the Ministry that parents are not against the fee hike. This is not the case. Some parents, especially those in the higher levels, may not be able to move their child(ren) at this time due to various circumstances: proximity to work, home, splitting up of siblings who may be in Secondary and Primary, preparing for national exams etc. In addition, we are all considering the impact of a move on our children, many of whom have already established close bonds with their friends and teachers.
With this is mind we petition for:
- A reduction in the percentage increase to under 14% across the board
- A face-to-face meeting with affected parents.
- A PTA formed or resuscitated at the school.
Updates
Reached 100 supporters
April 19, 2018
31 Comments
I fully support the cause and measures being asked for, my child education is important to me because I am sacrificing for his future and therefore should have a say in his education, how my money is being spend and there should be accountable from this school.
We need this reduction, our salaries have not been raised. 42% is way too much, Mae's dont care about us all they care about is $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$...We need a PTA.
I stand firmly against this increase, I find the amount very ridiculous and unreasonable. I want my child to have a standard education, but at the same time would not allow this institution to exploit myself and fellow parents.
De admin seems to be exploiting parents especially since they realised that most parents were honoring De 14% vat previously imposed by government, a policy they themselves opposed. How ironical can it gets.
Two of my children are currently enrolled in the school with another soon to join. I chose Mae's because I believed the school catered for the working class and at the same time do not discriminate against the Cost of Education VS. the Value of Education. Please think about the parents who work hard to give their children a solid foundation in life. Do not penalize us for choosing a Private School over a public School.
Rise is school fee shouldn’t have to be so extrem it’s unfair to us parents. They should have consideration esp for the parents with 2-3 kids. With this increase our children should have better washroom. It’s ridiculous
W.jones
I endorse this petition 42% is too much
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I fully support the cause and measures being asked for, my child education is important to me because I am sacrificing for his future and therefore should have a say in his education, how my money is being spend and there should be accountable from this school.