The Students First Act, introduced by Governor Reynolds and signed into law on January 24, 2023, makes state funding available to support the success of every K-12 student in Iowa. The bill establishes a framework and funding for education savings accounts, which may be used by eligible families to cover tuition, fees, and other qualified education expenses at accredited private schools in Iowa.
Parents who choose to enroll their eligible children in an accredited private school will receive an amount equal to the per pupil funding allocated to public school districts for the same budget school year ($7,598 for the 2023-2024 school year). Funds will be deposited into an education savings account (ESA) to be used for tuition, fees, and other qualified education expenses as specified in the legislation.
Xavier offers unparalleled Catholic education for its students through a strong commitment to faith development, positioning graduates for success in all post-high school endeavors, and nearly 100 percent participation from its students in at least one co-curricular activity.
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At this time, we are encouraging families interested in learning more about Xavier/planning for next school year to reach out to our Admissions Coordinator, Cara Joens, at cara.joens@xaviersaints.org OR 319.294.6635 ext. 313 to ensure that you receive the latest updates as they relate to Education Savings Accounts and the admissions process.
If you have any questions about the admissions process or learning more about how ESAs can help make Xavier your school of choice for your student(s), please contact our Admissions Coordinator, Cara Joens at cara.joens@xaviersaints.org
or 319.294.6635 ext. 313
Learn More About ESAs For reliable and timely information, including Frequently Asked Questions, check out following the resources provided by the Archdiocese of Dubuque Office of Catholic Schools and the Iowa Department of Education. You may also sign up to receive updates through the Department of Education.