The provided sources introduce the Georgia Promise Scholarship Program, enacted in 2024 via Senate Bill 233, which aims to empower Georgia families by offering public funds for non-public educational options, including private schooling and home study.
Eligible students must be either currently enrolled in a Georgia public school for two consecutive semesters or be a rising kindergartner, residing in specific lower-performing public school zones, with parents meeting a one-year residency requirement.
The scholarship provides up to $6,500 per student annually for expenses such as tuition, textbooks, tutoring, and therapy services, with funds disbursed through an online platform managed by the Georgia Education Savings Authority (GESA).
The program also outlines application periods for families, private schools, and service providers, along with eligibility criteria and key dates for all involved parties, emphasizing flexibility, parental influence, and support.
