What homeschool families can buy with Florida PEP and FES-UA funds

PEP can pay eligible home-education instructional programs and part-time or hybrid private-school costs; FES-UA also covers eligible private-school tuition.

Examples: hybrid school fees, home-education instructional program, private school tuition.

• PEP does not cover full-time private-school attendance under its PEP status.

Textbooks, workbooks, books, curriculum, and instructional materials are eligible.

Examples: curriculum package, workbooks, two copies of a book.

Online learning, digital materials, educational apps, and many productivity subscriptions are eligible at single-student cost.

Examples: online curriculum, eBooks, educational apps.

• Multi-user plans are prorated; streaming, social media, in-game credits, and live TV are excluded.

Private tutoring and eligible instructional programs are permitted.

Examples: private tutor, live instruction.

• Provider qualifications and invoicing rules apply.

Testing and eligible assessment expenses are permitted.

Examples: standardized test, college entrance exam, school test fee.

Eligible postsecondary tuition, fees, and dual-enrollment costs are covered.

Examples: Florida College System course, dual enrollment, technical center.

Mechanical, programming, woodworking, and other career-oriented instruction can qualify.

Examples: coding class, woodworking program, technical course.

Art, drama, music, photography, videography, lessons, instruments, rentals, and related supplies are broadly covered.

Examples: music lesson, instrument rental, art supplies, drama class.

School supplies, educational kits, manipulatives, creative-play materials, and subject equipment are eligible within item rules.

Examples: subscription science kit, LEGO, board games, lab materials.

FES-UA can pay specialized services and education-related therapies.

Examples: speech therapy, occupational therapy, assistive services.

• Use FES-UA rules and qualifying-provider documentation.

Digital devices and peripherals are eligible under frequency, price, and program-specific rules.

Examples: laptop, tablet, 3D printer, headset.

• Device frequency limits and preauthorization may apply; PEP and FES-UA rules differ.

Sports lessons, dance, physical-education fees, and student equipment are eligible within detailed item rules.

Examples: dance lessons, sports instruction, PE equipment.

• Some items require preauthorization or have size/frequency exclusions.

Academic, enrichment, and instructional programs can qualify when they meet guide definitions.

Examples: summer academic program, enrichment course.

• Childcare and before/after-school care are not eligible merely because they occur around school.

Required uniform fees at an eligible private or hybrid school can qualify.

Examples: required school uniform.

• Basic required pieces from the school-required vendor; shoes and accessories are excluded.

Productivity and educational software can include planning and recordkeeping tools when purchased for the scholarship student.

Examples: word processor, educational planner.

• Single-student pricing and educational-use rules apply.

Field trips and specified educational experiences can be eligible; PEP permits one qualifying Florida theme-park admission reimbursement up to $299 for 2026–27.

Examples: museum field trip, eligible Florida theme-park admission.

• Parking, food, souvenirs, premium access, and special events are excluded.

The official sources reviewed do not clearly authorize this category. Ask the program before buying.

• Do not treat a plausible educational use as approval.