Affording a Catholic Education

It is the goal of Holy Spirit Catholic School to provide a Catholic Education to all families that want one for their child(ren).  There are many ways to help offset the cost to educate your child(ren).

2021-22 Tuition, Fees and Childcare rates
Letter to Families about the 2021-22 Tuition and costs increase
2020-21 Tuition, Fees and Childcare rates

Tuition Assistance grants are given out every year from the Father Fuller Endowment for Tuition Assistance grants.  Tuition Assistance grants are available yearly and are handled in complete confidentiality. These grants are meant for families who fall above the WPCP income limits, but may still need some assistance to provide a Catholic education for their child(ren).
Applications are due at the end of March for the following year and those applications will be given priority consideration.  However, you are encouraged to apply anytime outside the priority consideration period.
Tuition Assistance Application 2021-22... applications are due March 31, 2021
Tuition Assistance Application 2020-21...applications are due March 31, 2020
 
Wisconsin Parental Choice Program (WPCP)
2021-22 Wisconsin Parental Choice Program Frequently Asked Questions
WPCP/Affordable Education Info Session 2/20/20 PowerPoint

The Wisconsin Parental Choice Program (WPCP) allows students to attend a participating private school if certain eligibility criteria are met.  If the family’s income placed them at or below 220% of the federal poverty guidelines you may consider applying for a voucher through the WPCP via the Department of Public Instruction (DPI).  These vouchers are awarded on a lottery basis a cover the cost of the base tuition and the registration fee.
Please click here for more information about the WPCP.

Claim a Private School Tuition Tax Deduction
Private school parents can benefit from Wisconsin’s K-12 tuition tax deduction by simply completing a one-page form with their 2019 state tax filing.
This is a state tax deduction that was won by WCRIS for private K-12 school parents across the state. But it does no good for private school families and schools unless parents claim it.  A simple form can help families deduct up to $4,000 for K-8 tuition and $10,000 for 9-12 tuition on their state income taxes.
Holy Spirit’s FEIN number is: 39-0807237
2020 Tax Deduction form link
Tuition statements showing your tuition transactions will be emailed to parents or guardians by January 31.  You can include payments made on Kindergarten through grade 8 tuition fees. Please consult a tax professional if you have further questions.

Scrip
Scrip is an excellent program that benefits both families and the school.  All K-8th grade registered families are required to earn $250 in SCRIP credit ($125 for PreSchool 3 and 4K only families) each school year, above and beyond tuition.  Help our school and parish while purchasing food, gas and supplies for your family. Half of the profit that your purchases generate will be credited towards your SCRIP credit.  The other half of the profit goes directly to the parish.  
Click to Learn More.
 
My HuTerra
What is it?
HuTerra Rewards lets you earn for your favorite nonprofits by shopping! When you shop at participating businesses they donate a percentage of your purchase to your chosen nonprofit. Simple, free, easy, and fun. 
 
Shop and earn at local stores
Use the My HuTerra app to find local stores that give HuTerra Rewards. 
On the home page tap Find LOCAL STORES and search by business or category to find businesses in your area that are giving the most HuTerra Rewards. Then shop, scan your receipt, and earn for your cause.  Some local stores include; Darboy Corner Store, Manderfield’s Home Bakery, Pick ‘n Save, Piggly Wiggly, MotoMart, Target, Walmart, and Simple Simon Bakery. 
 
Shop and earn at online stores
We've added a fun new way to earn HuTerra Rewards! Shop hundreds of online stores!  Along with earning at local stores you can now shop online at stores like Wal-Mart, Macy’s, Sam’s Club, Best Buy, and many others.  Book your next vacation or hotel stay through the My HuTerra app to earn money for school/tuition.
IMPORTANT: In order to RaiseUp for your cause while shopping online you must start shopping through the My HuTerra app. Items saved in your shopping cart prior will not qualify for cash back.

• Start shopping online through the My HuTerra app. 

• That's it! We'll be notified of your purchase and send your earnings on to your nonprofit.

 
Purchase Gift Cards
You can also purchase e-gift cards, and even send/share e-gift cards through the HuTerra app, to earn rewards.  The e-gift cards are in put in your HuTerra ‘wallet’ to use on your smart phone at participating stores.
 
How do you get this to benefit your tuition?
When you find and select Holy Spirit School – Kimberly/Appleton on the app (Search Holy Spirit Appleton), you may select the school general fund or “Fund Our Students” and find a family name to which you wish to support.  If you select a family name, the funds will be split between the school/family (50/50).  Again, there is no requirement, so start saving today on your tuition!!