How is Open Fields funded?
Open Fields’ current sources of funding are tuition, donations, and fund-raising activities. The most important outlays are for teacher salaries, programs, books and supplies, and – because we feel it vital to keep our doors open to children from a variety of backgrounds – scholarships. Since 1971, we have relied primarily on our parents, local businesses, and friends in the community. Their energy and commitment makes the quality education at Open Fields possible. All donations are welcome. Send your tax-deductible contribution to Open Fields School, Thetford Hill, Vermont, 05074 (802.785.2077). Childhood should be fun. Learning should be fun. There should be excitement, humor, warmth, hard work with a purpose, love. In short, school should be a positive experience and promote a love of learning that will last a lifetime. – Jean K.
