That would only be possible if we raised our tuition. Our administration and the Board of Directors consider this option every year when they recommend and set tuition levels. However, Montessori School of Columbia’s families fall within a wide socio-economic range, and it is important to keep tuition at a reasonable level.  It is a conscious decision by the Board to trust that our various constituencies will bridge this gap with their Annual Fund contributions. Not to mention that tax-wise, funding educational expenses partially through charitable donations is certainly more advantageous to our families than simply paying higher tuition.