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I’m renewing my child’s PEP scholarship. Do I need to complete an evaluation before I apply?
No. A home education evaluation is not required for new or renewal PEP applications. However, students who were awarded and funded with a PEP scholarship in the previous school year must take a Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) approved norm-referenced test during the year they use PEP. Test scores must be submitted to your Scholarship […]
Learn MoreHow can I apply if I haven’t completed my home education evaluation yet? Will I miss my chance to apply for the PEP Scholarship?
No, you won’t miss your chance. By law, Home Education and the PEP Scholarship are two separate education options in Florida. A home education evaluation is not required when applying for a new or renewal PEP Scholarship. PEP Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Once your PEP Scholarship is funded, you will need […]
Learn MoreMy student is on PEP. Will they need to take a test and submit scores to Step Up?
Yes. All PEP students in grades K–12 are required to take a state-approved norm-referenced test each year and submit the results to their Scholarship Funding Organization (SFO). For more information, including a list of approved assessments, please see the Annual Assessment Requirement section in the PEP Family Handbook.
Learn MoreWhat is the Student Learning Plan?
A Student Learning Plan (SLP) is a personalized plan created by parents or guardians to guide their child’s instruction and identify the services needed to support their academic success. All FTC-PEP scholarship students must complete and annually update a Student Learning Plan (SLP) in EMA. For a step-by-step tutorial on how to create and update […]
Learn MoreAm I required to complete a Student Learning Plan (SLP) if my student attends a physical school at least two days a week?
Yes. Every PEP student must have a Student Learning Plan, regardless of whether they attend a physical school part-time or learn entirely at home.
Learn MoreWhat do I do if my student’s physical school is not listed as an option?
Check with your preferred school to make sure they have contacted the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) about participating. The FLDOE approves private schools to participate in serving scholarship students. Remember that you can use this Private School Directory to help you find the school you need for either Private School Scholarships, Unique Abilities Scholarships, […]
Learn MoreA new private school opened that will enroll home education students. Can I use PEP funds to pay the required tuition?
Yes. PEP students may enroll in a FTC-PEP Hybrid eligible private school if they must attend in-person at least two full school days per week and have a Student Learning Plan (SLP) that addresses instruction that occurs outside those days. Please note that there are additional requirements for PEP-Hybrid eligible private schools. For more information […]
Learn More2026-27 Scholarship Application Checklist
As part of the application, parents and guardians must upload documentation to verify eligibility. This checklist details which documents are needed for both new and renewal.
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