Student Spending Account (MyKidsSpending)
Overview
Each student at Rumsey Hall is provided with a spending account for School Store purchases, student bank transactions, and other incidentals. The account must remain positive at all times, and spending restrictions may apply for accounts without sufficient funds.
Account Management
- Rumsey Hall uses MyKidsSpending, an online platform for account funding
- Parents can use either a credit card or bank account for deposits
- View spending activity anytime online
- Please note: Some transactions may be posted in the month(s) following the expense
Important Dates
- Initial Funding Deadline: Friday, August 22, 2025
- Accounts should be funded before the start of each term
Funding Levels by Student
U.S. Boarding Students
Estimated Amount: $4,500
- Fund in three installments of $1,500 (before each term)
- Additional funds may be required for:
- Music lessons
- Tennis lessons
- Riding lessons
- Bromley or other trips
International Boarding Students
Estimated Total: $5,000
- Pre-funded account ($5,000) included in your contract
- No additional funding needed at this time
- Your pre-funded accounts will not show a balance until the end of August.
Upper School Day Students
Estimated Total: $1,500
- Fund in three installments of $500 (before each term)
- Additional funds may be required for special activities and trips
Lower School Students
Estimated Total: $600
- Fund in three installments of $200 (before each term)
- Covers classroom supplies, picture portraits, yearbooks, and school store purchases
- Additional funds required for some Afternoon Enrichment Program (AEP) activities
Pre-K Students in AEP
- Additional $500 per term required
- Please pre-fund at time of sign-up
Additional Information
- Funds roll over from term to term and year to year
- Remaining funds will be returned when your child leaves Rumsey
- A small convenience fee applies for using MyKidsSpending
Contact Information
For questions regarding your child's spending account or the MyKidsSpending system:
- Contact: Gena Newman
- Phone: 860-868-0535 x150
- Email: gnewman@rumseyhall.org