Learning Support
Every child learns differently. We plan for it.
חֲנֹךְ לַנַּעַר עַל־פִּי דַרְכּוֹ · Mishlei 22:6
“Educate each child according to his own way.”
Our guiding pasuk, chanoch lana’ar al pi darko, asks us to teach each child according to his or her own way. For children with ADHD or mild learning differences, that means small classes and one learning support coordinator who knows your child, writes a simple support plan with the teachers and keeps you updated every quarter.
What we offer
At Torah Academy, small classes let teachers notice early and respond. For children with ADHD or mild learning differences, we offer:
- Teachers work with families and our learning support coordinator to plan for each child.
- A learning support coordinator who meets your family, writes a one-page support plan with the teachers and checks in every quarter
- Everyday classroom supports such as seating, chunked assignments, movement breaks, checklists and extra test time, plus Kriah assessments that guide small-group help
- A written progress update every quarter
- Help applying for the FES-UA scholarship through Step Up For Students
- In-house interventionists for math and Kriah support
- Reading support through Catapult Learning
- On-site speech, OT and other district-provided supports for students who qualify.
Florida may help pay.
Torah Academy accepts the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA). In Duval County most students qualify for about $9,800 to $10,600 for 2026–27. Our office will walk you through the application.
New students: apply by November 15, 2026
Applications for new students for 2026–27 close November 15, 2026 (they may close earlier if the program fills). Apply at Step Up For Students.
FES-UA in plain English
What is it?
A Florida scholarship for students with certain diagnoses or an IEP, run by Step Up For Students. It works like an education account: the money can pay private school tuition and fees, and approved extras like tutoring and therapy.
Who qualifies?
A Florida resident from age 3 (turning 3 by Dec 31 of the year you apply) through 12th grade or age 22, whichever comes first, who has either an IEP from a Florida school district or a qualifying diagnosis from an eligible licensed professional (such as a physician or psychologist).
Qualifying conditions include ADHD (under “Other Health Impairment”), specific learning disability, autism spectrum disorder, speech or language impairment and about 20 others. The full list is on Step Up’s Unique Abilities page.
How much? (2026–27, Duval County)
Most students (matrix levels 1–3): $10,573 for ages 3–4 and grades K–3 · $9,985 for grades 4–8 · $9,793 for grades 9–12.
Students the district rates at a higher level of need: $21,649 (level 4) or $34,797 (level 5). Statewide, Step Up says the award averages about $10,000. The Legislature sets the amounts every year.
How do I apply?
1. Gather the IEP or the diagnosis letter.
2. Create a family account at stepupforstudents.org and apply for the Unique Abilities Scholarship.
3. Upload the documents.
4. Once approved, choose Torah Academy as your school.
5. Our office confirms enrollment and handles billing.
When?
New students for 2026–27: by Nov 15, 2026 (it may close earlier if the program fills). Applications for 2027–28 open in early 2027. Families may switch scholarship programs once per school year.
Who helps?
TA’s office: Gaby Levi, Finance Office · (904) 268‑7719 · [email protected]. Step Up For Students: 1‑877‑735‑7837, Monday–Friday, 8–5.
Sources: Step Up For Students, Unique Abilities page, apply page and FES-UA Family Handbook; “2026–27 Scholarship Amounts, Unique Abilities Scholarship (FES-UA) by District” (read Oct 26, 2026). Scholarship amounts are set by the Florida Legislature; eligibility is decided by Step Up For Students.
Is Torah Academy right for your child?
We serve children who can learn in a regular classroom with support. Visit, let your child spend a morning with us, and we’ll talk honestly about fit. Call (904) 268‑7719 to tour.
Required notice: A parentally placed private school student with a disability does not have an individual right to receive some or all of the special education and related services that the student would receive if enrolled in a public school under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), as amended.