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Affording a Lakeview Education

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  • Tuition Assistance Programs

    Lakeview Academy is committed to excellence in a child’s personal growth and academic development through a highly supportive and student-centered approach. As a school, we aim to make the Lakeview experience attainable for as many families as possible.

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  • Georgia Promise Scholarship

    What is the Georgia Promise Scholarship?
    Georgia Promise Scholarship Program is aimed to empower families to pursue exceptional educational programs through nonpublic schooling, including private school. Should eligible families choose to leave public school (or forgo attending as a new kindergartener) to participate, the Georgia Promise Scholarship will allow families to use funds for private school tuition and fees.


    How does it work?

    Eligibility
    • Family resides in the attendance zone of a school listed on the Governor's Office of Student Achievement list of lower-performing public schools.
    • Student is currently enrolled in a Georgia public school for two consecutive semesters or entering Kindergarten.

    Application - The online application portal opens in early 2025. Initial funding will be available on or after July 1, 2025.


    Award     - $6,500 per student for the 2025-2026 academic year. Up to a 5% administrative fee may apply.


    Resources for parents:

    FAQS:

    1. If a student lives in an eligible attendance zone, but does not currently attend that school, are they still eligible?
    Yes. A student does not have to attend the listed public school to qualify; simply residing in the attendance zone qualifies a family. For example, an elementary student residing in a low-performing high school zone would qualify.

    2. If a student qualifies for the Georgia Promise Scholarship is it dependent on the school staying on the eligible attendance zone lists? 
    No. Once a student qualifies and receives the scholarship, the student will keep the scholarship for the following years regardless of the attendance zone school's performance.


    For any additional questions, please contact:
    Kim Cottrell, Admissions Director
    kim.cottrell@lakeviewacademy.org

    Wade Hanse, Assistant Head of School
    wade.hanse@lakeviewacademy.org





  • Georgia Special Needs Scholarship (SB10)

    What is SB10 and who is eligible?
    SB10 (State Bill 10), also known as the Georgia Special Needs Scholarship (GSNS), is a scholarship funded by the State that provides students in Georgia who have a special education eligibility under IDEA to use the funds the district would have received from the state to pay for tuition at an authorized, participating private school.  This potentially applies to any student with an active IEP or 504 plan.

    To read more about SB10, please click here.

    What private schools are approved?
    There is a list provided by the state (and updated annually) for parents to utilize when looking at private school options. You can find the list by clicking here.

    How can I find out my child’s SB10 award letter and amount?
    Parents can use the SB10 Calculator and enter their child’s information to generate their SB10 Award Letter. The SB10 calculator can be found by clicking here.

    What do parents have to do to receive SB10 funds?
    Parents who opt to utilize SB10 funds will be required to come to their chosen approved and participating private school once a quarter to sign the back of the SB10 check. All SB10 checks are sent directly to the participating private school. 

    Need help navigating the process or have questions regarding Georgia SB10?


  • Lakeview Need Based Financial Aid

    This program is need based and utilizes an impartial tuition assistance and award management service. Returning families are required to reapply annually as part of the re-enrollment process.

    Deadlines:
    New families must apply within two weeks of receiving acceptance of admission to Lakeview Academy.

    To start the application process for tuition assistance, email tuitionassistance@lakeviewacademy.org.

  • Georgia GOAL Scholarship

    What is Georgia GOAL Scholarship and who is eligible?
    The Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program provides tuition scholarships to eligible families who wish for their child to attend a participating private K-12 schools. GOAL Scholarships are awarded on the basis of financial need based upon family size and adjusted gross income. The Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program does not accept applications directly from parents or guardians. Once the participating school is aware of your qualification for the scholarship, the School will recommend a student to receive a GOAL Scholarship.

    Click here for more information about the GOAL Scholarship eligibility requirements.


    Need help navigating the process or have questions regarding Georgia GOAL?


  • Admission FAQs

    When is the best time to start the admission process?
    Lakeview Academy accepts applications year round. We encourage you to begin the application process as early as possible for the following academic year to secure your space in the class.

    Click here for additional Lakeview Academy admission FAQs.
Contact Kim Cottrell at kim.cottrell@lakeviewacademy.org or call 770-531-2602.
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