a.k.a ESA’s

The Education Savings Account (ESA) Program is a school choice program for eligible students in Shelby and Davidson counties. The program was created and adopted by the Tennessee General Assembly in April of 2019 for the 2020/2021 school year. The ESA Program gives parents and students access to public education funds to use on certain types of approved educational expenses that best meet their students’ unique needs. 

How do I apply?

The ESA application for 2020/2021 school year is now open and will close on Friday, March 8th, 2020!

Participating Schools

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Q: Can my student apply for an ESA and use it at another public school?

A: Great question! You must take the funds and use it at a participating private school.

Q: Can I use the funds for education costs outside of the cost of tuition?

A: YES! You can use your ESA funds on private school tuition, necessary computer hardware, books, uniforms, and some transportation!

Q: If my student is currently homeschooled, can they apply for the ESA program.

A: Unfortunately, no they can’t. For now, the only students who can apply are those who are entering Kindergarten or currently enrolled in a public school, ASD school, or LEA school.

Q: Okay, so a homeschool student can’t apply, but can I decide to homeschool my student with the funds we receive. 

A: If your student is eligible to receive the funds provided by the ESA program, the funds must be used on tuition, tutoring, books, some transportation, etc. at a private school of your choice.