Family Empowerment Scholarship (FES-EO) Program Overview

Original title: ESE | Holmes District School Board

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What this does

This program provides state-funded scholarships for private school tuition to eligible students, with income eligibility capped at $111,000 for a family of four.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Parents of K-12 students

Parents must verify income and enroll their children in participating private schools to receive scholarship funds.

Private schools

Private schools must be eligible and choose to participate in the program to accept scholarship students.

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Summary

The Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options (FES-EO) provides funding for eligible students to attend private schools. The program is designed to assist families with limited financial resources or specific qualifying circumstances in accessing alternative educational settings.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my family income qualifies?

Your household income must not exceed 400% of the federal poverty level, which is $111,000 for a family of four.

What if my child is in foster care?

Students currently or previously placed in foster care or as defined in section 39.01, Florida Statutes, are eligible for the scholarship.

How do I apply for the scholarship?

You must contact one of Florida's two approved scholarship funding organizations to complete the income verification process.

Why It Matters

This program provides state-funded scholarships for private school tuition to eligible students, with income eligibility capped at $111,000 for a family of four.

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Connected Entities

organizationHolmes District School Board“Local school district providing information on the scholarship program.”Map →

other39.01“Florida Statute section defining out-of-home care.”Map →

organizationFlorida Department of Education“State agency overseeing the scholarship program.”Map →

personDonnita Butorac“Director of Exceptional Student Education and contact person for the program.”Map →

Sources

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www.hdsb.org

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