As part of our effort to ensure that Catholic education is affordable and available to everyone, San Jose Catholic School participates in Florida’s two publicly funded, private choice programs:

  • Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) open to children 4 years old by September 1st of the incoming year
  • Step Up for Students including:
    • Family Empowerment Scholarship – Educational Options (FES-EO)
    • Family Empowerment Scholarship – Unique Abilities (FES-UA)
    • Florida Tax Credit Scholarship (FTC)

Families may apply for additional aid through FACTS Grant & Aid.

Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK)

Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) is a free education program that prepares early learners for success in kindergarten and beyond. The program helps build a strong foundation for school using educational materials that are geared to various stages in a child’s development.

Children must be 4 years old on or before September 1st of the current school year to be eligible

Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) Registration 

Step Up for Students

San Jose Catholic School accepts three state sponsored scholarships administered through Step Up for Students.

  • Family Empowerment Scholarship – Educational Options (FES-EO)
  • Family Empowerment Scholarship – Unique Abilities (FES-UA)
  • Florida Tax Credit Scholarship (FTC)

Families interested in applying for a state scholarship should visit StepUpForStudents.com for qualification information and application.

Families awarded a scholarship through Step Up for Students will be responsible for any fees and tuition and that the awarded amount does not cover.