Last verified: October 2026
Can a Birmingham family pay for curriculum, workbooks & supplemental reading with a CHOOSE Act ESA?
Yes. Curriculum and supplemental materials, reference books, workbooks and flashcards.
CHOOSE Act ESA, enrolled ($7,000)Approved expense
Curriculum and supplemental materials, reference books, workbooks and flashcards.
CHOOSE Act ESA, home education ($2,000)Approved expense
Usually the first purchase for a home-education account.
Accountability Act SGO scholarshipNot payable
Tuition only.
What rules apply to curriculum, workbooks & supplemental reading?
- Supplemental reading must connect to an approved textbook subject.
- Purchases go through the Marketplace or an approved curriculum vendor.
What counts and what doesn't
| Counts, under these rules | Doesn't count |
|---|---|
| Supplemental reading must connect to an approved textbook subject. | Items not tied to an approved subject |
| Purchases go through the Marketplace or an approved curriculum vendor. | Bulk orders |
What does this look like in Jefferson and Shelby counties?
ALDOR's list includes 6 curriculum or educational-item vendors with a Jefferson or Shelby County city, alongside national publishers.
Source: ClassWallet, CHOOSE Act Alabama Parent Guide 2026-2027; CHOOSE Act (Act 2024-21). A summary, not legal advice; ALDOR's rules and ClassWallet's review decide each purchase.