Financial Aid

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:

• Georgia Promise Quick Reference
• Eligible Attendance Zones list
• Family Handbook
• Program Regulations
• Georgia Promise Scholarship Website 
• Hall County and Gainesville City attendance zones

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

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 GSNS, please view resources from the Georgia Department of Education.

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.

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.

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.  Click here for details.

Helpful Links for Georgia SB10:

• Special Needs Scholarship Calculator
• GSNS Relevant State Laws
• 504 Plan Eligibility Information
• IEP Eligibility Information
• Special Needs Scholarship Resources

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

• Please contact Kelly Fields at kelly.fields@lakeviewacademy.org for Georgia SB10 questions and information.

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.

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.

Read more about the GOAL Scholarship eligibility requirements.

Helpful Links for Georgia GOAL:

• Georgia GOAL Scholarship
• Scholarship Application Process

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

• Please contact Angela Presley at 770-531-2625 or angela.presley@lakeviewacademy.org for Georgia GOAL questions and information.

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.

View additional Lakeview Academy admission FAQs.