Class Dues

Class dues are an important part of the high school experience. These funds are collected each year and remain with the graduating class throughout their four years of high school. The money is used to support activities, events, and traditions (approved by the principal) that help create a memorable and rewarding high school experience for students.

Class dues vary by grade level. Students are only expected to pay class dues the years in which they are enrolled. 

Freshman Class Dues: $40

Sophomore Class Dues: $40

Junior Class Dues: $50

Senior Class Dues: $50

To ensure accurate record keeping and accountability, families are encouraged to submit class dues through MyPaymentsPlus. This secure online payment system provides an easy and convenient way to make payments while allowing both families and the school to maintain clear payment records.

If you do not have an active account, you will need your student's GTID# to set up your account. 

All students enrolled at Hardaway High School, pay class dues each year. This includes students who attend Virtual Lighthouse Academy and Catapult Academy, where Hardaway is their zoned school.

The funds collected remain with each graduating class throughout all four years of high school. Money collected for the Class of 2029, for example, is used to support activities and events for the Class of 2029 until graduation.

Class dues help support a variety of student experiences throughout high school, including but not limited to:

• Class events and student activities, such as Back-to-School socials, Homecoming activities, Homecoming Week events, and other class-sponsored celebrations.

• Student recognition programs and ceremonies, including certificates, medals, trophies, and other awards recognizing academic achievement, leadership, attendance, and student success.

• Graduation-related events and expenses, such as Senior Sunrise, Senior Sunset, Senior Picnic, Senior Breakfast, graduation programs, graduation tickets, and other commencement-related activities.

• Off-campus educational experiences, including transportation costs for class-sponsored field trips and other approved student events.

• Student incentives and recognition initiatives, such as Principal's List Breakfasts, Perfect Attendance celebrations, discipline-free incentives, end-of-year GMAs celebrations, and other programs that encourage academic achievement and positive behavior.

• School culture and engagement activities are designed to build school spirit, promote student involvement, and create memorable experiences throughout each student's high school career.

Please note that these are examples of how class dues may be used and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of expenditures.

Students who do not pay their class dues will have the outstanding balance added to their financial obligations. Any applicable restrictions associated with outstanding student debt will remain in effect until the balance is paid in full.

Additionally, unpaid class dues may delay the graduation clearance process, including the distribution of graduation tickets during the student’s senior year. To avoid delays, large lump-sum payments during the senior year, and restrictions associated with outstanding obligations, families are encouraged to pay class dues annually.

Certain courses may require additional fees beyond regular school expenses. Examples include examination fees for students enrolled in International Baccalaureate (IB) or Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Students and families will be notified of any applicable fees by the course instructor or school.

No, all payments must be paid in full. Families are encouraged to make payments each year their student is enrolled to alleviate outstanding obligations of senior year. 

Class dues are non-refundable because the funds are used to support class activities and expenses throughout the school year.

No. Class dues are separate from other school-related fees. Students may also have financial obligations for items such as lost textbooks, Chromebooks, library books, parking permits, athletic participation, club memberships, uniforms, or course-specific fees (such as AP or IB examination fees).

Questions regarding class dues for transferring students should be directed to the school's bookkeeper, as refunds or transfers of funds may vary depending on the timing and circumstances.

Please contact any of the following personnel for questions regarding class dues, payment status, or outstanding balances:

Ms. Flowers: Bookkeeper

flowers.kaitlyn.j@muscogee.k12.ga.us

Mrs. Gandy: Assistant Principal

gandy.erika.e@muscogee.k12.ga.us

Mrs. Hicks: Media Specialist

hicks.holly@muscogee.k12.ga.us