Can I use my Step Up For Students scholarship at The Trench Academy?

Yes. The Trench Academy is an approved Step Up For Students vendor, meaning families can apply PEP or FES-UA scholarship funds directly toward training programs.

What is the Personalized Education Program (PEP)?

PEP is a Step Up For Students scholarship for homeschooling families in Florida, covering kindergarten through 12th grade with an Education Savings Account families can spend on approved providers, including athletic training.

What is the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Unique Abilities (FES-UA)?

FES-UA is a Step Up For Students scholarship for Florida children with a diagnosed disability, covering Pre-K3 through 12th grade with an Education Savings Account that can be used toward approved training and therapy providers.

How do I use my scholarship funds at The Trench Academy?

Confirm your Step Up scholarship enrollment, contact The Trench Academy to select a training program, and submit payment through the EMA or MyScholarShop portal.

Can I use Step Up funds for sports or athletic training?

Yes. Both PEP and FES-UA Education Savings Accounts can be spent on approved athletic training and physical development providers, not just academic tutoring or curriculum.

What age can my child start training with scholarship funds?

The Trench Academy accepts scholarship-funded athletes starting at age 5 through our Young Pups program, with age-appropriate training all the way through Elite (13+).

Is FES-UA the same as an ESA?

FES-UA is a specific Education Savings Account (ESA) program under Step Up For Students, designed for children with a diagnosed disability. Funds are loaded onto an account families control and spend at approved vendors.

How much is the Step Up scholarship worth?

PEP awards average around $8,000 per year. FES-UA awards average $10,000+ per year, with some families qualifying for significantly more depending on documented needs.

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