Last verified: October 2026
Can a Birmingham family pay for educational software & apps with a CHOOSE Act ESA?
Yes. Educational software and applications.
CHOOSE Act ESA, enrolled ($7,000)Approved expense
Educational software and applications.
CHOOSE Act ESA, home education ($2,000)Approved expense
Same.
Accountability Act SGO scholarshipNot payable
Not covered.
What rules apply to educational software & apps?
- Assistive software for special-needs students is named specifically in the parent guide.
What counts and what doesn't
| Counts, under these rules | Doesn't count |
|---|---|
| Assistive software for special-needs students is named specifically in the parent guide. | Games and entertainment software |
What does this look like in Jefferson and Shelby counties?
Check the Marketplace or ALDOR's ESP list before subscribing; software bought outside ClassWallet cannot be reimbursed.
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.