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Homeschool State Funding
State funding for homeschoolers varies widely across the United States. Some states offer no funding, while others provide limited financial assistance for specific educational expenses. The good news is that Discover! curriculum is an approved expense in several states!
Click on your state below to determine if Discover! curriculum is eligible for your state’s homeschool funding program and how to purchase!
Discover curriculum is fully funded and approved in the following states!
Don’t see your state? We continue to apply to become an approved vendor in various states. Check back frequently to see if your state has been added.
Alaska
Alaska sets aside an annual allotment of funds for students, including homeschoolers enrolled in one of the state-funded correspondence schools. Families who homeschool in Alaska are eligible for school funding if they enroll through correspondence schools. Discover! curriculum is an approved expense when families enroll with Raven Homeschool.
The application process varies for each school. A directory of all correspondence schools is found here.
Typically, families pay for their curriculum and submit for reimbursement, but please verify the process with your correspondence school before purchasing. If you are a part of a different correspondence school, please check with your administrator to see if Discover! curriculum would be an eligible provider.
Arizona
You can apply for the Empowerment Scholarship Account(ESA) to receive state funding for homeschooling expenses. The application for Arizona ESA is online and can be found here. Applications are processed year-round and can take up to 30 days to process, and funding is awarded quarterly. Click here to review the Arizona ESA eligibility requirements.
To apply for the Arizona ESA, you’ll need:
- Proof of residency, such as a utility bill–A complete list of applicable documents can be found here.
- The student’s birth certificate or other legal documentation
Applicants with special circumstances may need to submit additional documentation–A complete list of requirements can be found here.
You will first need to take a screenshot of your cart on DiscoverK12books.com. Add your curriculum, and before checking out, take a screenshot of your cart. Do not submit your order.
Then log into your ClassWallet account and follow the instructions in this video.
Arkansas
Families who homeschool in Arkansas can apply for funding through the Arkansas Children’s Educational Freedom Account Program. Expenses typical of a public or private school education are typically eligible to use program funding. Discover! curriculum is an approved expense in Arkansas!
Homeschooling families must first set up an account within the online portal. Then, complete the application process by providing the correct information and documentation. The online portal can be found at efa.ade.arkansas.gov. Families can learn more about the program and requirements by checking the Education Freedom Account website.
The Arkansas Children’s Educational Freedom Account Program uses TheoPay to purchase products from approved vendors. Follow these steps to use your funding on Discover! curriculum.
- Once you have set up your account, you’ll log in and see your Account Dashboard. Click on the yellow tile that says “TheoPay”.
- A pop-up box will appear, asking you for your Arkansas Children’s Educational Freedom Account password to activate TheoPay.
- Navigate to discoverk12books.com
- Add items to your cart as normal
- When ready to check out, activate the TheoPay extension
- Click “Scan Cart” to check item eligibility
- Review the results and remove any ineligible items if necessary. Once all items are displayed as approved by the Arkansas Children’s Educational Freedom Account Program, click “Submit” to process the order. DO NOT CHECK OUT ON THE WEBSITE USING YOUR OWN PAYMENT INFORMATION.
- To complete your TheoPay order, simply click the “Close” button. Your job is complete, and the Arkansas Children’s Educational Freedom Account Program will fulfill your order.
Florida
Several scholarships are available to Florida homeschooling families through the Step Up For Students program. Discover! curriculum is approved through our sister company Curriculum Express with the Step Up For Students Scholarship.
You will first need to create a guardian account in the EMS platform. Detailed instructions can be found here. Then review the various available scholarships and the eligibility requirements to find the one that best suits your family’s needs. Once your account is created, you can select which scholarship you wish to apply for from your EMA dashboard. Detailed instructions can be found here.
Once you create an account and receive a scholarship, you can purchase by visiting Step Up’s MyScholarShop.
- Log into your EMA account. Select the marketplace tab and click on the MyScholarShop option.
- Select the student account for which you are purchasing.
- Search for Discover! Curriculum or Curriculum Express and add your curriculum to your cart.
- Submit your order.
Idaho
Idaho families with students aged 5-18 can benefit from the Empowering Parents program. Discover! curriculum is an approved vendor for funds.
Parents and guardians can apply for an award by filling out the application online. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply, watch this video. Once an application has been submitted and eligibility confirmed, the awards will be made. Funds will be deposited electronically into the parent or guardian Empowering Parents account.
Once you’ve been approved for funds with the Empowering Parents program, you’ll use Odyssey to make your purchase.
- Log into your Odyssey account.
- Search Discover or Discover! Curriculum using the search tool in the top right corner.
- Add your curriculum to your cart and follow the prompts to select your student.
- Select checkout and submit your order.
Indiana
The Indiana Education Scholarship Account Program provides students with disabilities and their siblings access to educational materials that fit their needs. Quality families can use these funds on approved educational programs, therapies, services, tuition and fees, and other expenses related to the student’s education, including Discover! curriculum.
Families must complete and submit the required documentation on the Indiana Treasure of State Website. To be eligible for the Indiana Education Scholarship Account Program, students must have a disability and require special education. You must submit a complete copy of an Individualized Education Program (IEP), Service Plan (SP), or ESA Service Plan (ESA SP).
You will first need to add your curriculum to your cart on DiscoverK12books.com. Then, take a screenshot of your cart. Do not submit your order.
Then log into your ClassWallet account and follow the instructions in this video.
Maine
The Maine Children’s Scholarship Fund allows families to be reimbursed for homeschool materials. Discover! curriculum is an eligible homeschool material that can be submitted for reimbursement.
You can apply online or by downloading and mailing an application. There are income eligibility guidelines. We recommend that you review them before applying. You can find both the income eligibility guidelines and the applications here.
Families may be partially reimbursed for textbooks and other learning materials, enrollment costs for single academic courses, or other costs directly attributable to the cost of home education of the child who is the recipient of the scholarship. Original receipts must be submitted. MCSF reserves the right to determine which expenses are reimbursable.
Montana
The Montana State Superintendent awards certain students with special needs accounts that are loaded twice per year with funds for qualified educational and therapeutic uses. Discover! curriculum is a qualifying expense for families who are awarded these funds.
You can find the application link on this website. Paper applications are available upon request. The following information is required to apply: student/Parent/Guardian Names, Student birthdate, Student State Identification Number (available from the resident school district), Contact Information, IDEA designation with documentation, Resident School District name, and any prior districts attended.
Families will work directly with the OPI for reimbursement of eligible expenses. The money will be reimbursed to parents after the successful submission of eligible expense receipts. Parents may request reimbursement monthly.
New Hampshire
Families in New Hampshire can benefit from the Education Freedom Account Scholarship. The funds awarded from this scholarship can be used on Discover! curriculum.
Complete the online application and upload applicable proof of income. Sign the Guardians Attest and Certify Statement. Applicants will be notified via email whether they have qualified for the scholarship.
You will first need to take a screenshot of your cart on DiscoverK12books.com. Add your curriculum, and before checking out, take a screenshot of your cart. Do not submit your order.
Then log into your ClassWallet account and follow the instructions in this video.
North Carolina
The Education Student Account (ESA+) program can provide funds for North Carolina families to help families meet the educational needs of students with disabilities. Discover! curriculum is an approved expense for the ESA+ funds.
Parents or guardians will need to create a MyPortal account. Add student(s) to your MyPortal parent account and complete your application(s). Detailed instructions on how to set up an account and complete the application are located here.
You will first need to take a screenshot of your cart on DiscoverK12books.com. Add your curriculum, and take a screenshot of your cart before checking out. Do not submit your order.
Then log into your ClassWallet account and follow the instructions in this video.
Utah
The Utah Fits All Scholarship program allows homeschooling families to use scholarship funds for education expenses and services, including Discover! curriculum.
ACE Scholarships was selected by the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) to run and manage the program. You can complete the online application here. You can review the Family Handbook for more about the requirements, eligibility, and how funds are awarded.
You will first need to take a screenshot of your cart on DiscoverK12books.com. Add your curriculum, and before checking out, take a screenshot of your cart. Do not submit your order.
Then log into your ClassWallet account and follow the instructions in this video.
West Virginia
West Virginia’s Hope Scholarship allows families to choose educational programs and products that fit their student’s needs. Scholarship funds can be used for tuition, qualifying expenses, and homeschool curriculum like Discover! curriculum.
The West Virginia Hope Scholarship uses TheoPay to purchase products from approved vendors. Follow these steps to purchase Discover! curriculum:
- Once you have set up your account, you’ll log in and see your Account Dashboard. Click on the yellow tile that says “TheoPay”.
- A pop-up box will appear, asking you for your Hope Scholarship account password to activate TheoPay.
- Navigate to discoverk12books.com
- Add items to your cart as normal
- When ready to check out, activate the TheoPay extension
- Click “Scan Cart” to check item eligibility
- Review the results and remove any ineligible items if necessary. Once all items are displayed as approved by the Hope Scholarship Program, click “Submit” to process the order. DO NOT CHECK OUT ON THE WEBSITE USING YOUR OWN PAYMENT INFORMATION.
- To complete your TheoPay order, simply click the “Close” button. Your job is complete, and the Hope Scholarship Program will fulfill your order.
For additional information on purchasing using TheoPay, along with screenshots of certain steps, view the Parent/Guardian Portal Guide. TheoPay instructions begin on page 12.