For Parents: New Worlds Scholarship Guide

This guide will help you understand how to apply for the New Worlds Scholarship Accounts program and use it for tutoring services at Villa Preparatory Academy.

Step-by-Step Application Guide

  • Complete our sign-up form to be notified when 2025-26 New Worlds Scholarship applications open. We'll keep you informed about important dates and deadlines.

  • We'll help you determine if your child is eligible for the New Worlds Scholarship based on their academic performance in reading or math. This includes:

    • VPK students not making age-appropriate progress

    • K-5 students with reading or math deficiencies

    • Students who scored below Level 3 on standardized assessments

    • Students exhibiting characteristics of dyslexia or dyscalculia

  • When applications open (typically in summer), we'll guide you through the application process with Step Up For Students:

    1. Create an account on the Step Up For Students website

    2. Complete the New Worlds Scholarship application

    3. Submit required documentation (we'll help you gather these)

    4. Wait for application review and approval

  • Once approved, Step Up For Students will notify you when ESA funds are available. You'll then:

    1. Log into the Education Market Assistant (EMA) portal

    2. Find Villa Preparatory Academy as a pre-approved provider

    3. Allocate your scholarship funds for tutoring services

  • Once your funds are allocated, we'll work with you to:

    1. Assess your child's current reading and/or math skills

    2. Develop a personalized tutoring plan

    3. Schedule regular tutoring sessions

    4. Provide ongoing progress updates

What to Expect from Our Tutoring Program

  • We begin with a comprehensive assessment to identify your child's specific strengths and areas for improvement in reading and/or math.

    • Grade-level appropriate assessment

    • Identification of skill gaps

    • Learning style evaluation

    • Goal setting for tutoring program

  • Based on the assessment results, we create a customized tutoring plan tailored to your child's specific needs.

    • Targeted skill development

    • Alignment with classroom curriculum

    • Appropriate pacing for your child

    • Regular progress monitoring

  • Your child will work with a qualified tutor in regular sessions designed to build skills and confidence.

    • Consistent schedule

    • Same tutor for relationship building

    • Small group or one-on-one format

    • Engaging, research-based activities

  • We keep you informed about your child's progress throughout the tutoring program.

    • Regular progress reports

    • Parent-tutor conferences

    • Celebration of achievements

    • Adjustments to the learning plan as needed

Parent Resources

Tips for supporting your child's education at home. Reading support includes reading together, asking questions, identifying sight words, and playing word games. Math support involves practicing math facts, incorporating math into daily activities, playing number games, and fostering a positive attitude towards math.

FAQS

  • The duration depends on your child's specific needs. We regularly assess progress and adjust the program accordingly. Many students show significant improvement within 3-6 months of consistent tutoring.

  • We offer additional tutoring options beyond what the scholarship covers. We can discuss these options based on your child's specific needs and your budget.

  • We provide regular progress reports and assessments to track your child's growth. You should also notice improvements in their confidence, classroom performance, and attitude toward learning.

  • Yes, we welcome parent observations. Please arrange this in advance with your child's tutor to ensure it doesn't disrupt the learning environment.

Ready to Get Started?

Sign up today to be notified when 2025-26 New Worlds Scholarship applications open and to learn more about our tutoring services.