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Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship | Ohio Department Of Education And Workforce

25 South Front Street, Columbus, OH 43215

Yes..
Eligibility
Students in K-12 who have a current ETR will receive a finalized IEP from their home public school district. Current private school families are eligible as long as they have a current ETR (not a service plan or 504).
Required documents
Completed application, proof of address, copy of ETR, copy of student's birth certificate.
Hours
The application is open year round. Scholarships awarded on July 1 are fully funded. Award amounts will be pro-rated after July 1.
Application process
Website.
Fees
Vary.
Service area
Ohio
Provides scholarships to any child with an educational disability as documented on a current evaluation team report (ETR). The district will write the Individualized Education Program (IEP). Scholarships can be used to receive the services outlined in their IEP. Can also be used to pay for other services that are agreed upon by the provider and the parent.
Last assured
11/12/2025
Providing organization
Ohio Department Of Education And Workforce
State agency that serves Ohio's children and adults by defining and communicating challenging standards; establishing measures for assessing progress; and providing leadership, products and services.