Time is running out for Texas families to apply for the state’s Education Freedom Accounts program. With more than 257,000 students already applying and only about 100,000 spots available, the program will distribute $1 billion in funding based on priority tiers.
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The application window closes Tuesday, March 31, at 11:59 p.m. CT. So far, more than 257,000 students statewide have applied, with Houston-area families leading the way.Katy ISD: 4,672 applications Other districts seeing high participation include Dallas ISD , Northside ISD , North East ISD , Plano ISD , Austin ISD , and Fort Worth ISD .After the application window closes, families will be sorted into four priority tiers, which determine who receives funding first: Tier 1: Families with a child with a disability and household income at or below 500% of the federal poverty level .Tier 3: Families earning between 200% and 500% of the federal poverty level . Tier 4: Families above 500% of the poverty level. Only 20% of the program’s $1 billion budget is allocated for this tier, and a lottery will determine funding if there are more applicants than funds. The state will fund each tier in order, starting with Tier 1, and continue until all available funds are distributed. Award notifications begin in April.Families don’t need to select a school when applying, but officials recommend doing so by June 1 for initial funding on July 1. The final school selection deadline is July 15. More than 2,300 schools, including accredited online programs, are participating, and additional schools will join on a rolling basis. If you’re undecided between a private school or homeschool/other, the state advises selecting a private school for now. Changes from private school to homeschool are allowed, but not the other way around after the March 31 deadline. Families of children with disabilities should confirm their child’s information with a current Individualized Education Program or a signed disability certification form.Gage Divin is a photojournalist at KPRC, where he’s always chasing the next big story — whether it’s on the field or breaking in real time. Gage is passionate about capturing moments that matter and telling stories that make a difference. His work has earned multiple honors, reflecting his dedication to both the craft and the communities he covers.Big City Wings, Big City DEALS | How to save $$$ on your next night out with Houston Life DealsHouston TSA agents receive first paycheck in 40+ days, Congress still needs to pass full fundingGearing up for KPRC 2 Sports Sunday after HUGE ROCKETS WIN!Kids were outside. Families were gathering. Then gunfire. 🚨Suspect in 2017 double-murder gets 50 years with plea agreementEXPLAINER: Why Southeast Texas is in a DEEP drought
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