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Welcome to the Florida School Choice Parent Resource Center
Florida Leads the Nation in School Choice!

We are a non-profit organization committed to improving the quality of education for Florida’s children by providing information and personalized assistance to parents about the many school choices available to meet their child's unique needs.

Parents, students, educators and community partners can find specific information on solutions and suggestions on how to participate in the enhancement of the educational experience for Florida’s most precious resource – our children.

Get Started! Get Involved! Get School Choice!

Critical Florida School Choice Deadlines:
  • Florida Tax Credit Scholarships 2012-2013 Step Up For Students is now accepting applications from both new and renewal families for the upcoming 2012-2013 school year. The current deadline is pending but apply as soon as possible. Supply is limited and scholarships are awarded on a first come, first served basis to families that have completed the application process. The new application fee is $34. Visit www.stepupforstudents.org today to begin the application process.
  • Escambia County Schools: Open enrollment for the 2012-2013 school year are due by May 11, 2013 During this time, students who reside in an approved zone may apply to a designated school by taking an application to the school. Application were mailed to eligible students on April 19, 2012. Additioanl copies can be found by clicking here. For more information, call the local school choice office at 850-469-5580.
School Choice Applications

Most school districts are now preparing for or have opened the 2012-13 Magnet School application period. Click here for updated information regarding 2012-13 Magnet School options and other school choice programs available in your county.


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