At Rockwell, our PTA takes a unique approach to fundraising. Instead of asking families to participate in multiple fundraisers throughout the year, we focus on one main contribution at the start of the school year: the Student Development Fee.

This fee directly funds over 30 programs, events, grants, and supplies that enrich the school experience for our students, teachers, and staff. For the 2025–26 school year, our PTA has budgeted over $85,000 to make these opportunities possible.  To cover the costs of these programs, we suggest the following amount per family*: 

• $175 per year for families with one student at Rockwell
• $300 per year for families with two or more students at Rockwell

Your timely payment ensures we can fully fund every planned event and program—without needing to cut back.

In many countries, schools are fully supported by the government, but here in the U.S. many enrichment programs, classroom materials, and special events rely on PTA funding. The Student Development Fee helps us bridge that gap so that every child at Rockwell benefits.

You can pay online or return cash/check in the envelope you received in your Back to School paperwork. Questions? See our FAQ or email president@normanrockwellpta.org.

*we encourage all families to pay what they can, whether that is more or less than the suggested amount.  Please note that no family will be excluded from any PTA or school program for inability to pay.