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Fees Schedule and Fee Waivers 2025-2026

Philosophy

Walden believes that every student should be able to fully participate in all school activities. To that end, we have developed a fee schedule for classes, events, and activities that is as affordable as possible. All curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular fees are waivable. 

A student is eligible for a fee waiver if they qualify based on family income levels, as outlined in R277-407-11(1). You may apply for a fee waiver online or using a paper application. These instructions will help you with either process. When a student/family qualifies for fee waivers through the Child Nutrition Program, they can opt to share qualifying information with the School which will automatically qualify them for School Fee Waivers as well.

Walden fee policy and procedure are included as links on this page, along with information on fee waivers for grades K-6 and 7-12. Fee Waiver Applications to be used for the school year are also available.

We want your feedback!

Walden provides opportunities for parents, guardians, and the community to provide input at two governing board meetings before the annual fee schedule is adopted. The next opportunity will be held on May, 16th, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. during the May meeting of the Walden Board of Trustees. (request zoom link from lois@waldenschool.us). You are welcome to share your feedback via email as well at diana@waldenschool.us

Final board review is scheduled during Walden’s June board meeting on June 27th, 2025 at  9:00 a.m. We will meet in the Faculty Lounge of the High School at 4266 N University Avenue. Parents/guardians are welcome to attend this meeting as well. For this meeting, you will need to schedule public comment in advance by contacting lois@waldenschool.us.

Eligability

A student is eligible for a fee waiver if they qualify based on family income levels, as outlined in R277-407-11(1). For more information and to apply, go to the Free/Reduced Meal Application tab on the right side of your student’s profile in SIS Aspire and choose “Create New Application.” You may also fill out a paper application if you prefer. These instructions will help you with either process.  


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Board and Parent Review Scheduled
May 16, 2025

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October 16th, 2026
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Fees Schedule and Fee Waivers 2025-2026

Philosophy

Walden believes that every student should be able to fully participate in all school activities. To that end, we have developed a fee schedule for classes, events, and activities that is as affordable as possible. All curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular fees are waivable. 

A student is eligible for a fee waiver if they qualify based on family income levels, as outlined in R277-407-11(1). You may apply for a fee waiver online or using a paper application. These instructions will help you with either process. When a student/family qualifies for fee waivers through the Child Nutrition Program, they can opt to share qualifying information with the School which will automatically qualify them for School Fee Waivers as well.

Walden fee policy and procedure are included as links on this page, along with information on fee waivers for grades K-6 and 7-12. Fee Waiver Applications to be used for the school year are also available.

We want your feedback!

Walden provides opportunities for parents, guardians, and the community to provide input at two governing board meetings before the annual fee schedule is adopted. The next opportunity will be held on May, 16th, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. during the May meeting of the Walden Board of Trustees. (request zoom link from lois@waldenschool.us). You are welcome to share your feedback via email as well at diana@waldenschool.us

Final board review is scheduled during Walden’s June board meeting on June 27th, 2025 at  9:00 a.m. We will meet in the Faculty Lounge of the High School at 4266 N University Avenue. Parents/guardians are welcome to attend this meeting as well. For this meeting, you will need to schedule public comment in advance by contacting lois@waldenschool.us.

Fee Waiver

A student is eligible for a fee waiver if they qualify based on family income levels, as outlined in R277-407-11(1). For more information and to apply, go to the Free/Reduced Meal Application tab on the right side of your student’s profile in SIS Aspire and choose “Create New Application.” You may also fill out a paper application if you prefer. These instructions will help you with either process.  


Program Information

Title I is a federally funded program under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act  (ESEA) of 1965. It is the largest federally funded program for elementary, middle, and high schools. The focus of the Title I program is on helping all students meet the same high standards and expectations. At Walden, we use our Title I funds to allow for smaller class sizes and additional classroom support. For more information, read Walden’s Title I Info Sheet.

  • Learn more about the school, curriculum, special programs, Title I and your rights and responsibilities..
  • Know your rights because knowledge is power.
  • Participate and support your child academically at school and at home.
  • Make decisions about your child’s education and academic program.
  • Keep in contact with your child’s teacher through telephone, e‐mail, or face‐to‐face conversations.

A primary purpose of Title I is to promote parents’ involvement in their child’s education. Under Title I regulations, all schools receiving Title I funds have developed an engagement agreement between school and parents. The agreement is designed to help parents and teachers work together to provide the best possible education for each student. Parents have opportunities throughout the year to engage with their students’ education. Parents are also invited to participate annually in developing Walden School’s Strategic Plan and our Parent and Family Engagement Policy/Student-Parent-Teacher Compact or watch our Title I Meeting Presentation

Parents are an important part of the Title I team and are partners with the school in helping all students achieve. As the parent of a child in a Title I school, you have the right to:

  • Be engaged in the planning and implementation of the parent and family engagement policy and program program at Walden
  • Ask to read your child’s progress reports.
  • Request information about the professional qualifications of your child’s teacher(s), including the degrees and certifications held, and whether the teacher is certified in their respective area of instruction.

Annual Report Card

Every fall, Walden shares a report  summarizing our programs for the previous year. Reviewing the report  can provide stakeholders with a better understanding of the current performance and objectives that guide our school. 


Spend a few minutes reviewing the USBE SCHOOL REPORT CARD for the 2023-24 school year.

Walden’s Schoolwide Strategic Plan is a comprehensive overview and analysis of student assessment & data and the goals and action plans in place to ensure school improvement.

Instructors at Walden teach under one of three qualifications: Professional Licensure, Associate Licensure, or LEA-Specific Licensure. For more information and a lookup tool to check the qualification of your teachers, see: Educator Licensing Notice. If your child is taught by a substitute or temporary teacher who is not licensed for more than four weeks, you will be sent a notice such as this: Notification of Under-qualified Teacher.