Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
If you’ve ever looked at the Step Up for Students scholarships and thought… “Wait—what is even going on?!” — you’re not alone.
UA and PEP can feel incredibly confusing, especially when you’re trying to homeschool your child and make the best decisions for your family.
In this video, I’m breaking down the most common questions homeschool families have about the UA and PEP scholarships so you can finally feel confident moving forward.
We’ll talk about:
• The real difference between UA and PEP
• Testing requirements (and what actually counts)
• When your child can test—and deadlines you don’t want to miss
Timestamped Questions
0:00 Introduction
0:25 What is the difference between the Pep and UA scholarship for homeschoolers?
2:15 Do I need a homeschool portfolio evaluation for my child, who is a PEP recipient?
3:15 What are the requirements for PEP, and where do I find the test?
5:35 Do I (Leilani) administer any test?
7:00 If my child tested in the fall /winter, will it count for the year?
7:30 HEF - Our Florida Lobbyist
9:15 Are you a SUFS provider?
10:20 Advice Parent to Parent
Extra Links
Approved Annual Test for PEP: fldoe.org/schools/school-choice/k-12-scholarship-programs/ftc/annual-assessment-requirement.stml
Resources for Homeschoolers I trust: leilanimelendez.com/resources
HEF (lobbyist website): flhef.org
Book and Appointment with Leilani Melendez: leilanimelendez.com/book-online
Made2Homeschool Live training on April 8th FREE registration link: made2homeschool.com/a/2148231415/GrZussq5
As a homeschool evaluator and consultant here in Florida, I work with families navigating this every day—and I know how overwhelming it can feel. My goal is to make this clear, simple, and doable.
You don’t have to figure this out alone.
⸻
✨ Helpful for:
Florida homeschool families
Step Up for Students UA scholarship
PEP scholarship questions
Homeschooling unique learners
⸻
If this helped you, make sure to subscribe for more real-life homeschool support, encouragement, and practical guidance—especially for families navigating learning differences.
If you’ve ever looked at the Step Up for Students scholarships and thought… “Wait—what is even going on?!” — you’re not alone.
UA and PEP can feel incredibly confusing, especially when you’re trying to homeschool your child and make the best decisions for your family.
In this video, I’m breaking down the most common questions homeschool families have about the UA and PEP scholarships so you can finally feel confident moving forward.
We’ll talk about:
• The real difference between UA and PEP
• Testing requirements (and what actually counts)
• When your child can test—and deadlines you don’t want to miss
Timestamped Questions
0:00 Introduction
0:25 What is the difference between the Pep and UA scholarship for homeschoolers?
2:15 Do I need a homeschool portfolio evaluation for my child, who is a PEP recipient?
3:15 What are the requirements for PEP, and where do I find the test?
5:35 Do I (Leilani) administer any test?
7:00 If my child tested in the fall /winter, will it count for the year?
7:30 HEF - Our Florida Lobbyist
9:15 Are you a SUFS provider?
10:20 Advice Parent to Parent
Extra Links
Approved Annual Test for PEP: fldoe.org/schools/school-choice/k-12-scholarship-programs/ftc/annual-assessment-requirement.stml
Resources for Homeschoolers I trust: leilanimelendez.com/resources
HEF (lobbyist website): flhef.org
Book and Appointment with Leilani Melendez: leilanimelendez.com/book-online
Made2Homeschool Live training on April 8th FREE registration link: made2homeschool.com/a/2148231415/GrZussq5
As a homeschool evaluator and consultant here in Florida, I work with families navigating this every day—and I know how overwhelming it can feel. My goal is to make this clear, simple, and doable.
You don’t have to figure this out alone.
⸻
✨ Helpful for:
Florida homeschool families
Step Up for Students UA scholarship
PEP scholarship questions
Homeschooling unique learners
⸻
If this helped you, make sure to subscribe for more real-life homeschool support, encouragement, and practical guidance—especially for families navigating learning differences.
