What Arizona families actually ask about ESA
Every question below was typed into our free ESA Assistant by a real Arizona family. We strip out duplicates, test entries, and anything containing personal contact details, then group what's left by topic. This report updates live.
What the questions tell us
of questions are yes/no eligibility checks — some version of “can ESA pay for this?” Families aren't confused about the program; they're confused about one specific purchase.
are about mechanics rather than eligibility: ClassWallet flow, audits and records, applying and renewing. Rules knowledge doesn't help if the workflow is opaque.
is the single largest cluster, which is why it now has a dedicated guide on this site.
dominate the expense questions — shoes, iPads, printers, craft kits, subscriptions. The published category list rarely names the specific product a parent is holding.
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Can I use ESA funds for Bible curriculum in Arizona?
How long does ClassWallet reimbursement take?
Do I need a curriculum to buy school supplies with ESA?
Can I use ESA for a laptop or iPad?
Does ESA cover swim lessons or martial arts?
What documents do I need for a ClassWallet reimbursement?
Is Bible curriculum covered by ESA?
Can I switch from public school to a microschool mid-year with ESA?
What curriculum is on Arizona's ESA approved list?
Can I purchase a ski erg for my child’s PE and cardiovascular conditioning
What if they never sent me anything besides a notification in class wallet about the audit? And it’s been a year.
Are shoes covered?
Can ESA pay for a co-op or microschool tuition?
Can ESA pay for testing and an evaluation in the same quarter?
In home therapy for autism
What documentation does ClassWallet need for a tutor invoice?
What kind of physical education equipment can you buy that's approved
What online/digital schools are ESA approved
Who offers speech therapy in Mesa?
Advanced Series Metal Chicken Coop Run, 8L x 4W x 5.6H ft Side Hardware Cloth, Walk-in Design, Heavy Duty Predator Proof, For Hen Duck Rabbit Would this be approved
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesAre accessories like cases and chargers covered?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesAre chilren's picnic table allowed to be purchased with ESA funds?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesAre communication starter cards covered
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesAre competition fee coved by ESA?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideAre cooking classes covered?
Music, art & enrichmentAnswer: ESA Music LessonsAre dance competition fees allowed
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesAre filing cabinets ESA allowed
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesAre football helmets approved
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentAre my own children able to buy from my company once setup?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideAre photography lessons or classes covered?
Music, art & enrichmentAnswer: ESA Music LessonsAre private coaching lessons covered?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesAre running shoes covered?
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentAre sewing classesallowed
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesAre skylight calendars something we can buy with a curriculum stating that child is learning programming and scheduling?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumAre sports classes covered un
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentAre tablets, like Ipads covered?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesAre there any documents needed to buy curriculum through direct pay
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementAre there stipulations, price points about buying a printer? Can i purchase a printer and scanner separately?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesAre treadmills allowed? And if yes, what brands for running are approved?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesAre vendor items always approved
Finding & becoming a vendorAnswer: ESA Vendor RegistrationBut sorcifically for mia academy how do i get that
Schools & tuitionAnswer: ESA for Private SchoolBuying iPad and macbook
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumCan ESA be used to cover ballet classes at a ballet school
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideCan ESA pay for school desks or chairs?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan i be a tutor in another state
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideCan I bike be covered with ESA?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan i buy a bible?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumCan I buy a computer but then realize I need an iPad for curriculum apps
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumCan I buy a desktop computer instead of a laptop?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I buy a guitar off of Sweetwater with ESA
Music, art & enrichmentAnswer: ESA Music LessonsCan I buy a laptop
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I buy a laptop with ESA?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan i buy a monitor
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I buy an iPad through the ClassWallet marketplace?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementCan i buy an iwatch
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I buy gym equipment
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentCan I buy headphones again if I bought some last year and they broke
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan i buy snacks
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan i do this in Alabama?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideCan I get a phone
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I get her an iPad and key board as well
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I get woodworking tools for my son with autism
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPsCan I make a curriculum about emotional and mental health for my autistic child who struggles with dysregulation
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPsCan I make a curriculum for my kindergartener that relates to social and emotional learning....specifically working on anger, emotional outbursts, physical aggression etc due to her being autistic
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPsCan I or apply for ESA anytime?
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESACan I pay an aunt to homeschool my daughter through esa funds
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideCan I pay for furniture
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideCan i pay them with venmo
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideCan I purchase a bird feeder and bird feed for science so we can observe birds
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I purchase a computer and printer
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I purchase a laminator and sheets? If so, what category is it under and how to provide documentation?
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideCan I purchase out-of-pocket in first quarter, and get reimbursed for it in the second quarter if I don't have enough funds to cover the cost in the first quarter funds?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementCan I submit a speech therapy fee from July 2nd?
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPsCan I submit an invoice without proof of payment?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementCan I submit Chat GPT for reimbursement?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementCan I submit skylight subscription
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumCan i usbmit reimbursement with 0 funds
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementCan i use ESA for a tutor
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I use ESA for math tutor
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I use ESA for sea world?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I use ESA funds for cooking equipment for class?
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentCan I use esa funds for summer programs
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan i use ESA funds to buy shoes?
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentCan I use esa funds to purchase a piano keyboard for music lessons
Music, art & enrichmentAnswer: ESA Music LessonsCan I use faith-based curriculum for these subjects?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumCan I use funds for Microsoft 360
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I use funds to buy shoes?
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentCan I use money to buy McDonalds?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I use the funds for cooking classes?
Music, art & enrichmentAnswer: ESA Music LessonsCan I use the money to buy McDonalds?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan I wait 2 months after approval to sign the contract?
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESACan I wait to submit a reimbursement that will be dated August 7th until the next quarter or do I have to submit it during the august quarter
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementCan my child participate in public highschool sports
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentCan my child play sports at a private christian school while taking ESA funds?
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentCan n I get vacations approved
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCan you buy a guitar with ESA
Music, art & enrichmentAnswer: ESA Music LessonsCan you buy legos
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideCan you give me a link that shows me what online programs (such as Sweetwater or Guitar Center) I can buy guitars off of with ESA?
Music, art & enrichmentAnswer: ESA Music LessonsCan you please show me fifth grade curriculum that is faith based that fits into ESA guidelines
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumCan you recommend a tutoring service?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideCan you submit service fees for speech therapy for your autistic child for reimbursement
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementCan you use ESA funds to contribute to a coverdell education account
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideCandle making supplies
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideCompetition Fees in general
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideCompetitive dance costumes that are required, are they covered
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCompetitive dance covered?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesCreative expression and confident communication class - learn how to carry yourself, express the inner you well, practice public speaking, commercial on camera speaking, body language and improv exercises, interview, on stage presence, posture, and communicate about yourself, causes important to you
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumCvan i use esa funds for archery leassons
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideDo I have to purchase a curriculum or can I write my own curriculum and use the funds to purchase supplemental materials to satisfy the required subjects (math, science, social studies, Grammer, and reading)?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumDo I need a curriculum for this?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumDo I need curriculum to get a printer
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumDo I need to be a corporation in Arizona for tutoring? I am operating in Florida as a non-profit.
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideDo I need to be fingerprinted if I am a virtual provider?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideDo I need to buy a curriculum every year if I’m using one I’ve had?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumDo I need to have my curriculum approved before I start?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumDo I need to make a curriculum and submit to class wallet if I didnt use ESA funds to cover it because I dont have enough funds
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementDo i need to provide a curriculum for purchases made directly through a vender in the class wallet marketplace?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementDo I need to put a desk chair under computer hardware and technical
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesDo i need to separate my purchases out by curriculum?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumDo I need to submit a curriculum for PE equipment?
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentDo I purchase first then ask for reimbursement if the amount exceeds what's given in a quarter?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementDo iPad cases and screen protectors go under technology and do they need curriculum?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumDo they come to your house to audit?
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideDo we have to include curriculum for piano lessons or robotics lessons? How do we know when we need an attestation form?
Music, art & enrichmentAnswer: ESA Music LessonsDo you have submit a curriculum with your reimbursement for horse back riding lessons
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementDo you need a curriculum for the sewing machine
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumDoes an O.D., P.C., F.A.A.O. Qualify as a qualified examiner?
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESADoes anyone know what the present limits are for drum kits?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideDoes Arizona award you extra money if you need speech therapy?
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPsDoes classwallet cover sewing machines
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementDoes ESA cover a co-op class if I also pay a materials fee?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideDoes ESA cover competitive ballet
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideDoes ESA cover park pass for nature
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideDoes ESA cover sewing/embroidery machines?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideDoes ESA cover the magic the gathering lord of the rings commander decks to be necessary for a lord of the rings literature unit? The student will study the book, study the cards and work on strategy, math and gameplay along with the literature unit
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumDoes ESA funding cover 4H expenses
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesDoes it allow horse riding lessons
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideDoes my Az ESA student quakify
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideDoes the vendor need to provide the service fee in the the invoice?
Finding & becoming a vendorAnswer: ESA Vendor RegistrationDoes was cover $4,000 piano?
Music, art & enrichmentAnswer: ESA Music LessonsESA Approved extracurricular activities
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumEsa has no oversight!
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideESA question! I applied on the 22nd, but I’m eager to order curriculums. If I order some curriculums now, can I submit receipts to reimburse once my wallet would be funded? Thank you!
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideEsa stores az
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideFamily coaching or educational coaching for parents
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideFinding a program
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideFor buying from a private seller
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideFor those us still waiting on ESA approval (and the funding), if you have not been appmoved prior to end of July, are we then going to have to wait till 2nd quarter for funding?
Funding amounts & timingAnswer: ESA Funding AmountsGrant Ongstad curious sports equipment not allowable? Like a basketball or basketball hoop is not allowable? Or a baseball bat for baseball?
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentHelp me create the documentation needed to justify the purchase of the ipad
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideHow about a modeling class? Teaching young girls how to carry themselves , also teaching speaking on and off camera, interview , both sit down and on stage pageant style on your feet communication course , body language , individual expression and speaking
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumHow can I apply for ESA assistance
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESAHow can I get approved to be an ESA approved tutor for math
Finding & becoming a vendorAnswer: ESA Vendor RegistrationHow can I get ESA to cover a vacation
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesHow can I get my sons football helmet approved.
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentHow can I go about getting both in the same quarter
Funding amounts & timingAnswer: ESA Funding AmountsHow can I make sure that an item is 100% fully approved before I purchase it?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesHow do i become a vendor
Finding & becoming a vendorAnswer: ESA Vendor RegistrationHow do I buy curriculum through ClassWallet?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementHow do I contact to find out more
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideHow do I find a laptop ESA approved?
Finding & becoming a vendorAnswer: ESA Vendor RegistrationHow do i get reimbused if i buy an item from a friend venmo or cash
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideHow do I get voice lessons submitted
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideHow do I order a printer to make sure its approved before I purchase a printer?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementHow do I pay for an online school through ClassWallet?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementHow do I pay for Conquer Ninja gym with classwallet?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementHow do i pay for mia academy with arizona esa
Schools & tuitionAnswer: ESA for Private SchoolHow do I report the curriculum I bought? Do I write the subject in the message?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumHow do I submit educational field trip expenses?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesHow do I submit for reimbursement for a laptop
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementHow do I submit single tickets for reimbursement?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementHow do I submit the ESA tutoring business attestation form?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideHow do I submit uniform receipts in ClassWallet?
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideHow do I use my leftover money after paying a microschool to purchase a laptop that's required for my son's education?
Schools & tuitionAnswer: ESA for Private SchoolHow does direct pay on classwallet work
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementHow does ESA work?
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESAHow long does it take to get approved for ESA?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementHow much does that usually cost?
Funding amounts & timingAnswer: ESA Funding AmountsHow often can I replace an ESA-purchased laptop or tablet?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesHow or where do I communicate with ClassWallet
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementHow to enroll
Schools & tuitionAnswer: ESA for Private SchoolHow would I categorize expenses from a ninja gym/sports for reimbursement
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementI am just unsure what to submit as documentation when I am just buying pencils, glue sticks, notebooks and folders
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideI am looking for a tutor in chandler
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideI am looking for ESA vendors in the City of MAricopa
Finding & becoming a vendorAnswer: ESA Vendor RegistrationI am overwhelmed. For example i have bought slime in the past and certain slime kits are ok, but then other ones are not like bath slime and christmas slime kit. How can i tell whats ok
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideI bought an iPad for my daughter to do school on and it needs a new case. Can I buy a new protective case for it with funds?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesI bought some school supplies at target on my personal card, do I need anything more than the receipt to submit for reimbursement?
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideI do not see abeka in classwallet
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementI guess that was not so helpful.
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideI had an order approved for a curriculum I wanted to purchase. I submitted the screenshot of my cart to class wallet. It was approved but now I am unsure about how I will be able to get the curriculum. It is a digital download.
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementI have an ESA question about supplemental materials and "curriculum"... we are using Math with Confidence. In the front of the curriculum, it mentions things you'll need "ruler, protractor, etc." Can I just scan that page in and use that for the curriculum? Or do I need to find an actual lesson that those things are used in?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumI have an invoice dated aug 4 2026 and I signed my esa contract on Aug 6th. the invoice is for all of august, but is dated the 4th, will i be denied for reimbursement
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementI just qould not use this since I can just skip it and request a pre-approval
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideI meant ESA debit card
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideI need handbook
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumI need help on esa
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideI need to add some workbooks for our Mia Academy program. Do I need to create a curriculum for this purchase?
Schools & tuitionAnswer: ESA for Private SchoolI ordered from TGATB and am submitting a reimbursement. If I got reading booster cards/books and math flash cards that were with the curriculum but separate items, do I categorize it as curriculum? Or is it a supplemental and I need to show where it’s recommended by the curriculum?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementI tried looking for a post or in handbook. Is their a limit on screen size for a labtop ? We got a computer last year but wanting to explore more. Thank you
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumI’d love to support ESAs but first I want to know what model you are
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideI’m new to ESA. I want to sign my daughter up for swim lessons but keep seeing conflicting dates. When would be the best time to do so to know they would be reimbursed?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementI’m wanting to get a sewing/embroidery machine for my kids who want to learn! Does esa cover those?? Is there a specific brand or price they don’t cover?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideIf a class is provided by the city of Buckeye do I need a tutor attestation form filled out
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideIf an item breaks or no longer needed. What do parents do with the items before the audit time is up?
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideIf I am signing up my kid for recreational sand volleyball classes and want to submit it for reimbursement, how do I categorize that?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementIf I buy a laptop now in q1 can I submit for reimbursement for q2 funds if I used up q1 for courses?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementIf I dont have enough funds in quarter 1 to buy my curriculum can I purchase it now qnd submit for reimbursement in quarter 2 ?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementIf I ordered curriculum on direct pay. How will I get my curriculum? Do I have to order again on the website?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementIf I signed my contract on 9/8 during first quarter when should I receive my funding?
Funding amounts & timingAnswer: ESA Funding AmountsIf my student is already on a disability contract, do I still need to get this approved by a qualified examiner?
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESAIf you are audited, are you able to still homeschool your child with your own money, or do you have to stop any kind of schooling until the audit is complete?
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideIf you have left over funds… and kiddo decides to go to public or private school do you lose all of that or can you still access it? I know obviously I would withdraw from ESA for this year.
Schools & tuitionAnswer: ESA for Private SchoolIn order to buy school supplies on class wallet what kind of documentation do I need since it is requiring extra documentation of I am submitting for supplemental
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideIs a desk covered by ESA ?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesIs a reptile enclosure an approved expense for ESA
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesIs a speediance
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesIs a standing boxing bag an approvable purchase?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesIs a trampoline park allowed
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesIs a yoto player considered technology or supplemental
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesIs an IPAD covered?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesIs generous family apporved
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideIs soccer approved
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentIs that information in the parents handbook
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumIs there a cap on electronics
Funding amounts & timingAnswer: ESA Funding AmountsIs there a dollar limit on computer purchases?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesIs there a limit on how much PE equipment can be purchased per student per year?
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentIs there any oversight?
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideJust curious on how they decide when/who gets funds. Is it based on when the contract was signed? Would anyone who’s received funds be willing to share when they signed the contract? We’re anxiously awaiting ours.
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESALooking for help (step by step 💪🏼) on signing up for Dual Enrollment for 9th grade this fall! Thank you!!!
Schools & tuitionAnswer: ESA for Private SchoolMake an example of an invoice of a laptop bought for $500 using venmo
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesMy daughter is attending thrive communities. They are contracted with class wallet so I was able to pay them through the website. Do I need to submit a curriculum in addition to an invoice?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementMy son did 1:1 lessons for jiujitsu will ESA cover this
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentMy son has been on ESA since kindergarten and has been in an Autism school, however this year he asked to tried regular district school this was just decided. I have already sign contract for the new school year so what do i do now ? What if he decides mid year he wants to go to private how does he go back on ESA ?
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPsNot sure / Still applying
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESAOkay posting anonymously because I already feel like a big dope and just need some quick guidance. I was going through my child’s debit card purchases and realized I had used the wrong card for a few things that were not meant to be purchased with ESA but were in the cart at time of purchase. The total is less than $20 and we can totally pay it back! But how would I go about doing that??
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuidePlease be gentle - I have only purchased curriculum and a few other items with the esa. I have a 16 year old who is advancing in her horseback riding and moving into gymkhana. Can I get her a saddle? And pop up barrels, poles, stop watch, etc?
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentPrivate schools and vendors are never allowed to hold a debit card on behalf of an Account Holder [1]. What does this mean?
Schools & tuitionAnswer: ESA for Private SchoolQuick question: Does ESA reimburse for Psychiatric appointments that are non-assessment? Medication management. If so, what would be the category?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementRegistered and asked for more proof of address. Sent it and no updates
Finding & becoming a vendorAnswer: ESA Vendor RegistrationRequired action One or more of your items have been categorized as items requiring documentation. Please upload the required files or images in the Additional Documentation section below.
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideShow an example of this
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideSo they are telling me the claswalllet service fee doesn’t have to be in in the invoice?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideSpecial education need
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideSpecial education schools in mesa
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideTechnology wise. What are we allowed to purchase yearly? And what are the limits for each?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesTell me everything you know about getting occupational therapy as a service through ESA
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPsThis is my first time signing my daughter up for a cooking class, so I’m just trying to look into how to submit it for payment. It’s through tutoring and teaching services I’m guessing but do I need to create a curriculum to go with it?
Music, art & enrichmentAnswer: ESA Music LessonsThis may be a dumb question but can you use esa to pay for ABA? It’s not conventional education but therapy is involved.
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPsTo get reimbursed for my sons gymnastics, do I submit it under curriculum or tutoring or teaching services? They did sign an accreditation form.
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementTrying to make purchase for computer on Amazon, site was directed from school for recommended lap tops, how do I apply using wallet, doesn't have to be from Amazon
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESAVendor is saying put the invoice in so if it says 200 owed let the calculator add up the service fee
Finding & becoming a vendorAnswer: ESA Vendor RegistrationVendors for horse back riding in bucket Goodyear surrounding area within 30 miles
Finding & becoming a vendorAnswer: ESA Vendor RegistrationWe are new to Arizona and the ESA. My 13 and 15 year old need to take a typing class. Are there any you would suggest that I could use ESA funds for? Thank you so much for your advice and help!
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideWe can buy basic school stuff now (pencils, pens, markers, white board, etc) with no curriculum… is that correct?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumWe have a child with an ESA Disabilities (A-SC) contract. We do ABA Therapy both at home and at school. A portion of the ABA therpy is covered by our health insurance. Is it allowable to pay the co-pay and deductible amounts that are not paid by insurance using the ESA funds?
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPsWe have a new piano teacher and she only takes Venmo or Zelle. She said she doesn’t provide an invoice or anything. How do I go about getting reimbursed for paying her if I have no proof? Do I take a screenshot of the payment and hope for the best?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementWe have already been accepted need to know what to purchase to help my child learn
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideWe received a diagnosis for our kids from an eye doctor stating they need tracking therapy because it significantly impacts their ability to learn. What do I need to submit to qualify for the disability category?
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPsWhat about enlightligtium
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideWhat are the frequency of buying smart watches
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideWhat are the limits for drum sets
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideWhat can I purchase for chicken chickens?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesWhat category will a digital keyboard piano be listed under for reimbursement
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementWhat do you mean: risk-based auditing and annual review program integrity?
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideWhat documentation is required for speech and reading therapy?
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideWhat documents do I need to submit with my ESA application?
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESAWhat does “two fiscal years” mean in the audit time
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideWhat enrichment programs are paid for
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideWhat esa school is approved for autism
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPsWhat exactly is the audit time frame
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideWhat fees are covered
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesWhat happens to my accou t if I appeal a decision by ADE?
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESAWhat if I have a hired teacher that writes curriculum for me? How do i count that as my curriculum
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumWhat if I use most of my funding on therapy?
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPsWhat if what I am buying is curriculum
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumWhat is Direct Pay with esa
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementWhat is the difference between Direct Pay and reimbursement?
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementWhat is the difference between online tutoring and an online learnin program
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideWhat is the price limit for a computer (desktop)?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesWhat is the spending limit on computers?
Funding amounts & timingAnswer: ESA Funding AmountsWhat is the spending limit on printers?
Funding amounts & timingAnswer: ESA Funding AmountsWhat is the time frame for auditing?
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideWhat is the username for direct pay
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementWhat needs curriculum
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumWhat other life skills classes are covered?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesWhat size desk can I purchase for my 2nd grader
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesWhat size white board can I get
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesWhat specific information must curriculum documentation include?
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideWhat subjects are required to be covered?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesWhat to submit when using a credit card
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideWhat vendor in the marketplace has sewing machines
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementWhat would dance classes be categorized as?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideWhat would sports be categorized as?
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentWhat would taxes be for description and expense category
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesWhen do funds drop
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideWhen submitting a reimbursement for a city parks and rec sports program, do I need an attestation form in addition to the itemized receipt? I couldn't find the city parks and rec listed on the vendor pay option. I'm new to esa and there's definitely a pretty steep learning curve. 😅
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideWhere can I find my fathers world curriculum
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumWhere did you get the 15 day below Account holders are typically given 15 business days to provide documentation showing a purchase was allowable or to resolve the issue after a suspension notice [1].
Audits, records & complianceAnswer: Arizona ESA Audits GuideWhere do we submit our paperwork to update student eligibility?
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESAWhere to find the handbook
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumWhere would I find my application id number
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESAWhich Christian curriculum publishers are approved?
Curriculum & booksAnswer: ESA-Approved CurriculumWill ESA apply me to buy AirPods?
Applying, eligibility & renewalAnswer: How to Apply for ESAWill ESA cover horseback riding?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideWill ESA Pay competitive dance?
Other ESA questionsAnswer: Arizona ESA GuideWill it reimburse for a membership for a trampoline park
ClassWallet & reimbursementAnswer: Direct Pay vs. ReimbursementWould a crash pad be covered
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesWould a hummingbird feeder be allowed
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesWould a hummingbird feeder be allowed for science to observe birds
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesWould a social studies unit study be covered by ESA?
What counts as an approved expenseAnswer: ESA Expense CategoriesWould sport equipment and mouthpiece and cleats for flag football be approved with curriculum?
Sports, PE & equipmentAnswer: ESA Sports & PE EquipmentYes, has an IEP or evaluation
Therapy & special needsAnswer: ESA and IEPs
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