Start Enrollment
By clicking “Start Enrollment” below, you will open our Registration Page. Please scroll to the bottom of your account and complete the Enrollment Form for the child you wish to enroll. Payment is required at the time of form submission.

What’s Included with Enrollment at Ascend STEM Academy
- K - 12 Eligibility
- Year-Round Enrollment
- Recordkeeping
- Quarterly Check-Ins
- Satisfy Florida Attendance Requirements
- One-On-One Support, On Demand
- Parent-Teacher Manual
- Opportunity Participation in Florida Virtual School
- Blog Posts
- A Complimentary T-Shirt
- Curated Hub of 60+ Resources
- Family Selected Curriculum
Optional Enhancements
- Progress Reports
- Student and Educator IDs
- Transcripts
- Resume Reviews
- College Preparation Consulting
- Field Trips and Workshops (coming soon!)
Tuition
K-8 → $ 185
9-12 → $200
K-8 → $165
9-12 → $175
Required Information for Enrollment
Permanent mailing address
Demographic information for you and the child
PDF copy of the child's current Florida School Entry Health Exam, Form DH 3040
PDF copy of the child's birth certificate
Payment method (PayPal, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express)
PDF copy of the child's current Florida Certificate of Immunization (Form DH 680) or Religious Exemption (Form DH 681)
Public School Withdrawal Letter Generator
Enrolling with Ascend STEM Academy? Florida law requires you to notify your child's current public school in writing.
This letter is a template based on general Florida withdrawal requirements and is not legal advice. Some counties require additional forms or specific submission methods (mail, portal, or in person) — check with your local district office. We recommend sending by certified mail and keeping a copy for your records.
What else might my district need?
This letter covers the notification Florida law requires, but individual districts sometimes ask for a bit more. Here's what to watch for:
- A district-specific withdrawal form or portal step. Some counties want the letter mailed to the superintendent, others require an in-person visit or an online portal submission instead. Check your district's Home Education or Student Records page.
- Proof of new enrollment. Many districts — and scholarship programs like Step Up For Students — want confirmation that your child is actually enrolled somewhere else, with a start date, so the withdrawal isn't flagged as truancy. Ascend STEM Academy can provide an enrollment verification letter for this once you're enrolled.
- Student ID number. Some districts ask for it if you have it, but it's not required to submit your withdrawal notice.
- Certified mail or tracked delivery. Recommended so you have proof of the date your district received the letter. Keep a copy for your own records.
This is general guidance based on common Florida district practices, not legal advice. Requirements vary by county, so it's worth a quick check with your local district office if you're unsure.
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