Education Student Accounts (ESA+)

Summary

ESA North Carolina, or the Education Student Accounts (ESA+) in North Carolina, is a special program for kids with certain needs. It’s like a special bank account where the state puts money for parents to use for their child’s education.

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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I order Goally with my ESA funds?
Who is Eligible to Receive Funds?
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Frequently Asked Question

How do I purchase Goally with my ESA scholarship funds?

Log into your ClassWallet Account
Select “Marketplace”
Select Goally
Checkout with your ClassWallet funds!

It’s that simple.

How much money can a family receive from ESA+ ?

Families can receive anywhere between $9,000 – $17,000 a year depending on their qualifications.

Who do I contact if I have any questions?

You can contact the North Carolina Education Assistance Authority by email: [email protected] or by phone: 1-855-330-3955 (K12 Program staff toll-free)

What Can I Pay for with ESA+ Funds?

Families can use their ESA+ funds to pay for:

Tuition and fees for a private school
Certain services related to educating a child with disabilities
Certain products related to educating a child with disabilities, including curricula and textbooks.

Scientific Definition

Here’s how it works. The state of North Carolina funds the ESA program. Parents apply for it, and if their application is accepted, they get money in an ESA account. This money can be used for approved educational expenses for their child. The amount each family gets can vary, but it’s typically around $9,000 per year.

How Funds are Distributed	Amount Families Can Qualify For
Money is deposited into an ESA account	Up to $9,000 per year. students with certain designated disabilities may be eligible to receive $17,000 a year

Applications are open from February 6 – March 6.

How do I order Goally with my ESA funds?

Follow these steps to order Goally with your funds:

Log into your ClassWallet Account
Select “Marketplace”
Select Goally
Checkout with your ClassWallet funds!

It’s that simple.

A note: If ordering more than one Goally as one family, please use the same email and phone number for all orders.

For assistance with an order or the status of an order, please email [email protected]. We are available 9-5pm MST Mon-Fri.

Who is Eligible to Receive Funds?

To be eligible for the ESA North Carolina program, a family must meet certain requirements. Here’s a quick look at what those are:

Eligibility Criteria	Description
Documented Disability	The child must have a condition like autism, ADHD, or Down syndrome.
Age	The child must be at least 5 years old.
Residency	The child must be a resident of North Carolina.
Previous Public School Enrollment	The child should have been enrolled in a public school in North Carolina for at least one semester in the previous year.

Remember, these are the basic requirements. There might be additional criteria that need to be met, so it’s always a good idea to check the official ESA North Carolina website for the most up to date information.