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Exploring Iowa schools that accept Students First ESAs? Search our directory by ZIP code, then contact schools about openings and admissions. #SchoolChoice iowaace.org/esa-schools/

9 DAYS LEFT! Iowa's half-year Students First ESA application closes November 15 at 11:59 p.m. Eligible students can receive $4,074 for spring 2027. #StudentsFirst educate.iowa.gov/pk-12/educa…

School Spotlight: Hillcrest Academy in Kalona serves grades 6–12 with a Christ-centered middle and high school education. The accredited school participates in Students First ESAs. #SchoolChoice hillcrestravens.org/

Eligible students at accredited nonpublic high schools can access college-credit coursework under Iowa's Senior Year Plus framework through qualifying arrangements. educate.iowa.gov/media/1184/…

Unused Students First ESA funds can carry into another year, but only for approved education expenses during a year the student participates in the program. This isn't a cash refund to parents. educate.iowa.gov/pk-12/educa…

Eligible nonpublic school families may qualify for transportation or reimbursement through their resident public school district. First-semester reimbursement claims are due December 1. educate.iowa.gov/pk-12/opera…

Our statement on Governor-elect Sand's victory and Republicans holding the Iowa Legislature:

Iowa's HF 2754 expanded qualifying extracurricular opportunities, including theater, show choir and band, for eligible nonpublic and charter school students. Learn how. iowaace.org/iowa-nonpublic-s…

Iowa's Students First ESAs aren't vouchers. A voucher focuses on tuition. Iowa's ESAs pay accredited nonpublic school tuition and fees first, then allow remaining funds for other qualified education expenses. #SchoolChoice iowaace.org/esas-are-not-vou…

ICYMI: Wayne Dykstra of Unity Christian High School argues ESAs need not be at odds with Iowa public schools. nwestiowa.com/opinion/dykstr…

Today is Election Day! Don't forget to vote. Official voting information from the Iowa Secretary of State: voterready.iowa.gov/voting-a…

Election Day is tomorrow, November 3. Iowa's Secretary of State has an official guide to finding your polling place and reviewing voter ID requirements. voterready.iowa.gov/voting-a…

ICYMI: Iowa's four Catholic school superintendents argue that state education investments should reach students in accredited public and nonpublic schools. davenportdiocese.org/news/io…

Before Election Day, compare Zach Lahn's and Rob Sand's documented positions on Students First ESAs, eligibility, proposed changes and private-school autonomy. Review the existing policy comparison graphic. #SchoolChoice #iagov

“They don't need tax dollars for the private school tuition checks that they were going to write anyway.” — Rob Sand, Oct. 14 debate. Public school access has no income test. Iowa's Students First ESA eligibility shouldn’t either. #SchoolChoice #StudentsFirst

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3! Do you know where to vote? Find your voting precinct and polling location through the Iowa Secretary of State's official Voter Ready website. #IowaVotes voterready.iowa.gov