When can a Jacksonville military family apply for a Florida scholarship?
Active-duty dependents can apply for the Private School or PEP scholarship any time during the school year; for 2026-27 the cutoff is April 15, 2027, with documents by April 22 and acceptance and enrollment by May 15.
What proof of residence does a PCS family need?
PCS orders can be uploaded as proof of residency, and the profile address must match the unit address on the orders.
Where can a Navy family get school help in Jacksonville?
The Navy School Liaison office at NAS Jacksonville, 904-778-2236, helps families explore public, private and DoD schools.
What does the Diocese of St. Augustine offer military families?
A Friends of the Military page directs families to Step Up for state funding, and the diocese lists amounts by contact rather than publication.
| Standard family | Active-duty dependent | |
|---|---|---|
| Apply by | Nov 15, 2026 | Apr 15, 2027 |
| Accept by | Dec 15, 2026 | May 15, 2027 |
| Residency proof | Two documents | PCS orders allowed |
What is the next step for a Duval family?
The funding check takes about two minutes. An advisor then lays out every source your child can use and the dates that apply, and calls you back with the plan.