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2026–2027 · Proposed Revised Schedule, Pending Board Approval
This fee schedule is adopted annually by the IEA Board of Directors. All fees are optional unless otherwise noted. No student will be denied participation due to inability to pay.
Hardship waiver requests may be submitted to the Executive Director at hlong@igniteutah.org.
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General Information
All fees listed are the maximum amount charged per student for each description listed.
The amount specified for travel, accommodations, and experiential activities in junior high school represents the total amount that may be spent per student, whether from student contributions, fundraising activities, or donations.
Any payment for a required student fee is subject to the fee waiver requirement.
Any payment required for participation in an after-school extracurricular program is optional and not subject to the fee waiver requirement.
For information on fee waivers and other details, contact your school administrator.
All students are responsible to pay for any loss, breakage, or damage they cause to school property. Loss, breakage, or damage is not subject to the fee waiver requirement.
Donations are permissible in both elementary and secondary schools; all such requests are voluntary. A student may not be excluded from an activity or program because they did not donate.
Field trip fees for optional off-campus experiences cover transportation and entry/admission costs only. Students who do not attend will participate in a meaningful in-school alternative activity. Fee waivers are available upon request and all requests are confidential.
Additional details are available in the IEA School Fees and Fee Waiver Policy.
K–6 Grade Student Fees
Fee Type | Classification | Frequency | Amount | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apparel | Required | Annually | $10 | Required Activity/Field Trip Apparel Fee |
Publications | Optional | Annually | $20 Soft Cover | Pre-order guarantees a yearbook. A limited number of yearbooks are available at yearbook distribution. |
After-School Programs | Optional | Per Session (6–8 weeks) | $25–$180 | After-school extracurricular programs offered by community vendors; information can be found in the Afterschool Programs Guide. |
Total Required Fees Due: $10.00
7–8 Grade Student Fees
Fee Type | Classification | Frequency | Amount | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apparel | Required | Annually | $10 | Required Activity/Field Trip Apparel Fee |
Experiential Learning/Activity Fee | Required | Annually | $50 | Covers transportation and entry/admission fees for off-campus Experiential Friday learning experiences aligned to entrepreneurship, career exploration, civic engagement, and applied learning outcomes. |
Publications | Optional | Annually | $20 Soft Cover | Yearbook |
Travel | Optional | Annually | Up to $1,750 | Travel costs per student may not exceed $1,750 per trip, excluding food. All overnight travel must be approved and comply with IEA's Overnight Field Trip Policy. |
After-School Programs | Optional | Optional | $25–$180 | After-school extracurricular programs offered by community vendors; information can be found in the Afterschool Programs Guide. |
Total Required Fees Due: $60.00
Lost/Damaged Replacement Fees
Fee Type | Grades | Frequency | Amount | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Lost/Damaged Chromebook | 3–8 | As incurred | Up to $250 | Replacement cost assessed per IEA Technology Use Policy. Payment plans available. |
Lost/Damaged Library Book | K–8 | As incurred | Replacement cost | Assessed at actual replacement value of item. |
Firebird Athletics Participation Fees
IEA is joining the Utah Charter and Small School Athletic League (UCSSAL) for SY 2026–27, offering competitive athletics to grades 6–8 students across seven sports, as long as there are enough participants to field a team. Participation fees are optional and cover program oversight, uniforms, and UCSSAL-assigned game officials.
Fall Season
Sport | Gender | Grades | Proposed Fee | What's Included | What's Not Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cross Country | Coed | 6–8 | $60.00 | Race shirt, UCSSAL registration, officials | Running shoes |
Soccer | Boys | 6–8 | $95.00 | Uniform, UCSSAL registration, officials | Footwear, shin guards |
Volleyball | Girls | 6–8 | $95.00 | Uniform, UCSSAL registration, officials | Court shoes |
Winter Season
Sport | Gender | Grades | Proposed Fee | What's Included | What's Not Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Basketball | Boys | 6–8 | $100.00 | Uniform, UCSSAL registration, officials | Basketball shoes |
Basketball | Girls | 6–8 | $100.00 | Uniform, UCSSAL registration, officials | Basketball shoes |
Spring Season
Sport | Gender | Grades | Proposed Fee | What's Included | What's Not Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Soccer | Girls | 6–8 | $95.00 | Uniform, UCSSAL registration, officials | Footwear, shin guards |
Volleyball | Boys | 6–8 | $95.00 | Uniform/shirt, UCSSAL registration, officials | Court shoes |
Additional Athletics Fees
Fee Type | Amount | Applies To | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Uniform Non-Return / Damage Fee | $50.00 | All sports | Assessed at end of season if uniform is not returned or is damaged beyond normal wear. |
Hardship Fee Waiver | $0 | All sports | Submit a written request to the Executive Director. Approved waivers cover full participation fee. |
Payment Schedules and Deadlines
Fees must be paid in full before a student may participate. Fees are non-refundable once the season begins.
Payment Window | Due By | Details |
|---|---|---|
Fall Season Registration | TBD | Boys Soccer · Girls Volleyball · Coed Cross Country |
Winter Season Registration | Oct 16, 2026 | Boys Basketball · Girls Basketball |
Spring Season Registration | Mar 13, 2027 | Girls Soccer · Boys Volleyball |
Late Payment | Varies | Students with outstanding fees are not eligible to participate until balance is cleared. |
General Provisions
Provision | Detail |
|---|---|
Fee Waiver / Hardship | Any family may request a fee waiver by submitting a written request to the Executive Director. No student will be identified, denied access, or treated differently based on fee waiver status. |
Payment Methods | Fees may be paid via cash, check (payable to IEA), or online through the school's payment portal. Receipts will be provided for all payments. |
Refund Policy | General fees are non-refundable after 30 days. Athletics fees are non-refundable after the first scheduled contest unless a student is unable to participate due to documented medical reasons. |
Utah Code Compliance | This fee schedule is adopted in compliance with Utah Code §53G-7-504 (school fees) and IEA's Board-adopted Fee Policy. No student may be charged a fee for a required educational activity. |
Annual Review | This schedule is reviewed and re-adopted by the Board of Directors annually. |
This is a proposed revised schedule, pending Board approval. Figures may change before final adoption.