K–12 & School Choice Programs Course Choice (Grades 7–12)

Take courses not offered at your school, including:

• Dual enrollment (college credit)
• Career & technical education (CTE)
• Foreign languages
• ACT/SAT prep
• New for 2025–26: Stronger funding and parental rights protections.

LA GATOR Scholarship Program

Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) for eligible families to cover:

• Private school tuition
• Tutoring Therapies
• Dual enrollment
• Educational materials Award amounts: Up to $15,253 (students with disabilities), $7,626 (low-income), $5,243 (others)

School Choice for Students with Exceptionalities

State-funded tuition support to attend eligible nonpublic schools. Available in parishes like Orleans, Jefferson, and East Baton Rouge. For students with an IEP.

Enrichment & Specialized Programs Louisiana A+ Schools (LAA+)

For schools using arts-integrated learning. Increases student engagement and achievement.

Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts (LSMSA)

A public, residential high school for advanced students in grades 10–12. Offers top-tier STEM and arts education.

EAST Initiative

Available in some LA schools. Hands-on, project-based learning in technology, arts, and community improvement.

College Prep & Scholarships Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS)

Merit-based college scholarships for Louisiana students. Covers public and some private college tuition.

Cam Jordan Transformative Legacy Scholarship (New in 2025!)

• 4 students each year receive up to $12,500 per year for 4 years
• Includes mentorship, Microsoft laptop, internship opportunities

Jefferson Dollars for Scholars (Jefferson Parish only)

Programs include:

• Summer enrichment camps (K–8)
• ACT prep & PSAT/NMSQT help
• College scholarships Laptop grants

Civic Engagement YMCA Louisiana Youth & Government

Mock state government program for high schoolers. Students serve as lawmakers, judges, journalists, and more during a 3-day statewide event.

Get Involved!

• Talk to your school counselor to ask about eligibility and how to apply.
• Visit the Louisiana Department of Education at www.louisianabelieves.com
• Ask your child’s school about LAA+, EAST, and enrichment opportunities.
• Explore mytops.org for college scholarship info.
• Stay informed and take advantage of the great programs Louisiana offers!