Can a Duval family pay for sports coaching, p.e. and gear with scholarship funds?
Physical education is treated generously: lessons, team fees and sports equipment can qualify.
| Program | Status | What the rule says |
|---|---|---|
| Unique Abilities (FES-UA) | Allowed | Sports lessons, team fees, memberships for the student and listed equipment are authorized. |
| PEP (family-directed account) | Allowed | Allowed, and sports-related camps can be filed under Sports Lessons without provider credentials in 2026-27. |
| Private School Scholarship (FTC/FES-EO) | Allowed from money left after tuition | Allowed from leftover funds; an athletic fee is also an eligible school fee. |
Which rules apply to sports coaching, p.e. and gear purchases?
- Equipment purchases can carry a frequency limit.
- Pre-authorization may be needed for adaptive equipment or activities outside Florida.
What is not allowed under sports coaching, p.e. and gear?
- Tickets to sporting events
- Family memberships beyond the student's share
How do Jacksonville families use sports coaching, p.e. and gear?
Swim lessons and coastal sports along the Duval beaches are natural uses; keep receipts that show instruction rather than a general membership.
How does a family buy sports coaching, p.e. and gear with scholarship money?
Browse MyScholarShop first, because its items are pre-approved, then search Find Providers in EMA to pay a tutor, therapist or instructor directly. Failing that, pay on a card and send in the itemized receipt for repayment. Anything not on the eligible list needs permission beforehand, and requests for 2026-27 stop on May 28, 2027.
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Sources: Step Up For Students purchasing guides for FES-UA, PEP and the Private School Scholarship (2026-27) and its summary of handbook and guide changes. These are summaries and not legal advice; Step Up's handbook controls.