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Do you have questions about Step Up’s new family, provider, or school handbooks — or our updated purchasing guides? Explore the information below for helpful guidance and answers to your questions about these resources, along with other useful content available on our website:
For an overview of what’s changed in all of Step Up’s program handbooks (guardian, provider and schools) as well as our Private School/PEP Purchasing Guide: Take a look at these resources using these helpful links: And for a look at what’s new in the FES-UA Purchasing Guide as well as a link to the new […]
Learn MoreDo you have questions about contributing to Florida Prepaid College Fund Accounts? Below, we’ve put together some answers to the most frequent questions we get about these accounts:
Q: What is the Florida Prepaid College Fund? A: The Florida Prepaid College Fund allows families to prepay future college costs. Families using the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Unique Abilities (FES-UA) may submit service orders to contribute to either an Investment 529 Plan or a Prepaid 529 Plan. Q: What changes are happening to Prepaid […]
Learn MoreDo you have questions about the updated policy for which professionals can document your student’s Unique Abilities (FES-UA) diagnosis? We’ve put together some answers to your questions below:
Q: Who can sign or validate my student’s diagnosis documentation? A: When submitting diagnosis documentation for Unique Abilities (FES-UA) eligibility, it must be signed by one of the following licensed professionals: Q: What’s changed with this policy? A: Diagnosis documentation can now be signed by a qualified physician assistant on behalf of a physician. This […]
Learn MoreFor families who say they are not an FES-UA recipient and saw interest allocation funds removed from their account.
If your student was previously enrolled in the Unique Abilities Scholarship program and interest accrued from those funds, you may have noticed a “Reverse Q2 Interest -Allocation Error” listed on the Recent Transactions tab in EMA. This entry was created to correct an overpayment resulting from a quarterly interest deposit at the end of January and your account now reflects the appropriate amount. Thank […]
Learn MoreFor families who saw interest allocation funds added then removed on their account:
An entry titled "Reverse Q2 Interest-Allocation Error" may have appeared in the Recent Transactions tab within EMA. Please be advised that a “Corrected Q2” entry was then made to address an overpayment, ensuring your Unique Abilities Scholarship account reflects the appropriate amount. No further action is required from you at this time. Thank you for your understanding.
Learn MoreCan I be reimbursed for a camera if my student needs one for a photography or videography course?
Yes! Cameras are eligible for reimbursement under all scholarships (PEP, Unique Abilities, and Private School) as equipment for an elective course within the Instructional Material category. They are typically considered equipment for art-related courses such as photography or videography. When submitting a reimbursement for a camera in EMA, in the Item/Service Details drop-downs you should: […]
Learn MoreWhen are applications available for my student?
On February 1, applications for Private School, Unique Abilities and PEP Scholarships became available for the upcoming school year. As you prepare for the year ahead, here are a few important reminders to help everything go smoothly: Please subscribe to our Interest List to receive helpful resources and timely reminders.
Learn MoreCan my preschool student receive both FES-UA and VPK?
Students may use the Unique Abilities Scholarship and the Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) Education Program at an eligible private school at the same time. Students may not use an Unique Abilities Scholarship and VPK’s Specialized Instructional Services (VPK-SIS) at the same time.
Learn MoreCan I use FES-UA funds to pay for my pre-K student’s private school tuition and fees?
Yes. FES-UA funds may be used to cover preschool tuition and fees at an eligible private school.
Learn MoreHow much are the FES-UA scholarships worth?
The current scholarship amounts can be found here. The Unique Abilities Scholarships vary based on a student’s grade level, county of residence and level of need. On average, scholarships are about $10,000. Students with a matrix score of 254 or 255 may qualify for significantly higher amounts, averaging between $22,000 and $34,000. Note that the […]
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