Voluntary Fees at Cancún School Support Maintenance, Officials Say

Cancún, Quintana Roo — Officials at CBTIS 111 “Leona Vicario” said voluntary parent contributions remain a key source of funding for school upkeep, but they are not a requirement for enrollment.

Starting Tuesday, the school will begin accepting around 900 new students across its morning and afternoon shifts. School administrators said no student will be turned away for failing to make the payment.

The requested contribution is 2,350 pesos, which covers the voluntary fee, school insurance, and the student ID card. Families are also asked to pay an additional 500 pesos in cash for Saturday extracurricular activities that are part of the students’ overall education.

How the money is used

Administrators said the funds go mainly toward basic services such as electricity and drinking water, as well as maintenance and infrastructure improvements.

Uniforms add to families’ costs

On top of the enrollment fees, families must buy school uniforms. Prices are set at 300 pesos for the shirt, 350 pesos for pants, and 500 pesos for the sports uniform. Combined with enrollment fees, extracurricular activities, and clothing, the total cost per student can exceed 4,000 pesos.

School authorities reiterated that despite the importance of the voluntary fees for upkeep, they are not mandatory, and all students will be guaranteed a place at CBTIS 111 for the upcoming school year.