If I'm donating for extra gear for the school... computers, sports kits, etc... I'd write a cheque out with a zero or two added. I don't mind that.
But if I'm shelling out for the electric bill, or the teachers overtime for having the play out of hours, then why the f**k am I paying more tax than ever before?
If schools are funded from our taxation then we shouldn't be charged admission for something we've already paid for.
Not singling you out Kay, just that you had the quote that was twisting my knickers. Extras is one thing but with the black hole that is the local authority we