Recess is an approved vendor with many state Education Savings Account (ESA) programs and charter schools, and we're adding more all the time. See if your child's school or state fund is on the list below. If not, reach out to [email protected] to start the conversation.
Using ClassWallet
For all ClassWallet ESA states, the flow is the same: pick your state, request an invoice, and submit it through ClassWallet.
Arkansas
ADE Education Freedom Account
Other state programs
These states use their own portals. Here's how to use Recess with each one.
Step Up For Students (FES-UA)
Recess is an approved provider in Florida's EMA system through Step Up for Students. Use your FES-UA scholarship funds to enroll with no out-of-pocket cost.
LA Gator Scholarship Program
Use your LA Gator scholarship to purchase a Recess membership directly through the Odyssey Marketplace.
Education Freedom Accounts
Use your Texas Education Freedom Account to purchase a Recess membership directly through the Odyssey Marketplace.
Homeschool Education Fund
Recess is an approved Utah Fits All vendor. Purchase your Recess membership directly through the Odyssey Marketplace.
Learn moreSteamboat Legacy
The Wyoming ESA program is currently on hold due to an ongoing legal challenge. We're monitoring closely.
Learn moreWe're constantly adding new state programs. Email us and we'll see what we can do.
California Charter Schools
We work directly with California charter schools so your funding specialist can quickly approve Recess as a vendor.
An Education Savings Account (ESA) is a state-funded account that lets you use public education dollars for approved learning experiences outside of a traditional school, like tutoring, online classes, and enrichment programs. Many public charter and hybrid schools offer something similar called a stipend or allotment. Both put education funding directly in your hands.
Yes! Recess is an approved vendor with a growing number of state ESA programs and charter schools. Check our partner list above to see if your program is already included. If you don't see yours, email us at [email protected].
Payments depend on your program. Some accounts reimburse you after purchase; others pay approved vendors directly through marketplace platforms like ClassWallet or Odyssey. Some require a request through your Education Specialist. Check with your program coordinator to find out which method applies to you.
ESA and charter funds are typically approved for tutoring, enrichment courses, and online educational programs, all of which Recess offers. Eligible options may include live classes, 1:1 tutoring sessions, and social programming depending on your program's guidelines.
We're actively expanding our approvals. Email us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to work with you to get us included as a vendor with your school or state.