Micro/Hybrid Schools October 2025

Micro/Hybrid Schools

To align with Utah State Board of Education (USBE) rules, CFEF microschool/hybrid school vendors must know the difference:

Part-Time (No USBE approval needed):

• Families choose individual classes (e.g., “Math – $250/ semester”)

• Enrichment, tutoring, electives, or extracurriculars

• Limited hours; not a full curriculum

• Examples: Art, music, therapy, tutoring, homeschool co-op Full-Time (USBE approval required):

• Flat tuition for full curriculum (not per class) • Students attend as primary school

• Covers all core subjects, even if only 3 days/week

• Examples: Private schools, microschools, full subject programs

Key:

• Part-Time = Per class/subject/hour • Full-Time = Full program/flat tuition

Purchase Requests

As of October 1, 2025, the purchase request feature has been turned off. This option was originally added for flexibility when the program was small, but with over 1,400 students, it’s no longer sustainable. We’re working on a better, more efficient system and aim to launch it by January 2026. • Reimbursements remain available and are the standard method for using scholarship funds. • Requests submitted before Oct. 1 will still be reviewed by Oct. 15. • If you still see the option in the portal, it’s disabled— new entries will be removed. Thank you for your patience as we improve the program. We truly appreciate your flexibility and support as we grow!

Smith Rewards

We’re excited to be part of Smith’s Inspiring Donations. When you link your Smith’s Rewards card to our organization, 0.5% of eligible purchases will support us at no cost to you. Non-eligible items include alcohol, tobacco, postage stamps, and gift cards. Our organization number: EU274 To link your card now: 1. Visit smithsfoodanddrug.com/inspire 2. Sign in or create an account 3. Find “Inspiring Donations” or “Community Rewards” 4. Search for our organization or enter EU274 5. Click “Save” or “Enroll” Thank you for helping support our program!

Reminder

Just a quick reminder that items like filament, beads, and school supplies should be used to support the scholarship student’s current learning. Supplies should not be stockpiled, gifted, resold, or used by other family members. Only enough materials for the school year should be purchased, and only for the scholarship student. Thank you for your support and for helping us maintain the integrity of the program.

Date Reminders

Reimbursement Requests: Submit by 10 PM on the last day of the month to receive payment by the 25th of the following month.

Micro/Hybrid Schools October 2025