Educational Savings Account (ESA)

Frequently Asked Questions
 

Q. Who is eligible for an ESA?
     A. ESAs will be available based on the following eligibility:

Q. How do I apply for an ESA?
     A.  The Students First ESA Application is available in English and Spanish. The application window for the 2023-2024 school year runs from 8 a.m. on May 31 through 11:59 p.m. June 30, 2023. Applications are valid for one year; a family must apply annually to remain eligible for the program.

Q. Is there a place to get more information on ESAs?
     A. Please go to the Iowa Department of Education website: https://educateiowa.gov/pk-12/education-savings-accounts. At the bottom of the webpage there is a place to sign up for email notifications. This is highly recommended.

**For additional questions, please contact: Darcy  Spellman at dspellman@stceciliaschoolames.org or call 515-232-5290.

Please click the link below for more information regarding Education Savings Accounts.

Understanding Education Savings Accounts

Students First Education Savings Account (ESA) Application
Application Help: help.ia@withodyssey.com or 515-368-9564

The Students First ESA Application is available in English and Spanish. The application window for the 2023-2024 school year funs from 8:00 AM on May 31, 2023 through 11:59 PM June 30, 2023.