STEP UP SCHOLARSHIP
Step Up for Students offers separate scholarship pathways. Contact our scholarship coordinator to review the appropriate pathway and current requirements for your family.
FES-EO
Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options
Eligibility depends on current program requirements.
Contact our scholarship coordinator for guidance.
FES-UA
Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities
A separate scholarship pathway.
Review current eligibility and documentation requirements.
Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options (FES-EO)
How much is the FES-EO Scholarship?
The amount is dependent on the county of residence and the child’s grade.
FTC / FES-EO SCHOLARSHIP: AMOUNT ALLOCATED PER STUDENT School Year 2027–28 | ||
|---|---|---|
| GRADE | K-3rd | 4-8th |
| MIAMI-DADE COUNTY | $8,745 | $8,140 |
| BROWARD COUNTY | $8,494 | $7,896 |
Scholarship amounts shown are for the 2027–28 school year and are provided for reference. Updated 2027–28 scholarship amounts will be posted in June 2027.
Who qualifies for FES-EO?
Scholarship eligibility and awards depend on the provider’s current requirements. Contact our scholarship coordinator to review the options and required documentation for your family.
Review current FTC / FES-EO requirements at Step Up for Students.
How do you apply?
Visit Step Up for Students for current application dates and renewal information.
Need help?
Shorashim Academy has membership with Teach FL, which entitles our families to their assistance. Please do not hesitate to reach out to their funding specialist:
Malka Kownat-Rhodes
(954) 493-1562
kownatm@teachcoalition.org
Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA)
Who qualifies for the FES-UA Scholarship?
Scholarship eligibility and awards depend on the provider’s current requirements. Contact our scholarship coordinator to review the options and required documentation for your family.
Review current FES-UA requirements at Step Up for Students.
How much is the FES-UA Scholarship?
The amount is dependent on the county of residence and the child’s grade.
FES-UA SCHOLARSHIP: AMOUNT ALLOCATED PER STUDENT 2027–28 | ||
|---|---|---|
| GRADE | K-3rd | 4-8th |
| MIAMI-DADE COUNTY | $10,909 | $10,304 |
| BROWARD COUNTY | $10,658 | $10,060 |
FES-UA figures shown apply to matrix levels 251–253.
Scholarship amounts shown are for the 2027–28 school year and are provided for reference. Updated 2027–28 scholarship amounts will be posted in June 2027.
How do you apply and renew?
Visit Step Up for Students for current application dates and renewal information.
Scholarship eligibility and awards depend on the provider’s current requirements. Contact our scholarship coordinator to review the options and required documentation for your family.
Can a child receive both the FES-EO and FES-UA Scholarship?
FES-EO and FES-UA are alternative pathways; do not add their awards together.
Need help ?
Shorashim Academy has membership with Teach FL, which entitles our families to their assistance. Please do not hesitate to reach out to their funding specialist:
Malka Kownat-Rhodes
(954) 493-1562
kownatm@teachcoalition.org