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Florida MyScholarShop curriculum vendors: the official Step Up catalog and how to use it
If you are searching for Florida MyScholarShop curriculum vendors, the short answer is this: use Step Up For Students’ official Vendor and Product Information catalog, filterable by scholarship type. Here is what “pre-approved” actually means and how to verify before you buy.
What "Florida MyScholarShop curriculum vendors" really means
When families say “MyScholarShop curriculum vendors,” they usually mean the sellers listed inside Step Up For Students’ ESA marketplace. These are companies that offer curriculum or instructional materials through the portal. This is not a school list, and it is not the same thing as choosing a charter school or a private school.
MyScholarShop is for purchasing pre-approved instructional materials and curriculum through an ESA, not for enrolling your child in a school. A vendor being listed does not mean a school has accepted your child, and it does not mean every item from that vendor will work for every account.
Where the official vendor catalog lives
The most reliable source is Step Up For Students’ Vendor and Product Information page. The catalog is filterable by scholarship type, including:
- FES-EO — Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options
- FES-UA — Family Empowerment Scholarship for Unique Abilities
- FTC — Florida Tax Credit Scholarship
- New Worlds — New Worlds Reading Initiative
- PEP — Personalized Education Program
The catalog filters affect what vendors and products are displayed, so start with the filter that matches your program. Always confirm the item is eligible and available for your specific account in the portal.
How to use the official catalog
- Go to Step Up For Students’ Vendor and Product Information page.
- Select your scholarship type filter.
- Browse by vendor name or product type.
- Open the vendor listing.
- Check the exact product details before buying.
The page is dynamic, which means the list can change over time. That is why third-party “approved vendor” pages can become outdated fast.
Examples from the live catalog
The official catalog includes vendor entries such as 2hr Learning FL, Inc. and A Curiosity Box. These are examples only — do not treat any short list you find online as complete unless it comes directly from Step Up’s catalog on the date you check it.
What MyScholarShop is — and what it is not
MyScholarShop is Step Up For Students’ online portal for ESA families to buy pre-approved instructional materials and curriculum. It is not:
- a charter school enrollment system
- a private school admissions office
- a general retail site where anything is allowed
- a guarantee that every item will be covered
Step Up also says families are not required to use MyScholarShop. Some families may buy directly and use reimbursement routes, depending on the scholarship rules that apply to them.
What "pre-approved" means — and what it does not guarantee
| Term | What people often assume | Better way to read it |
|---|---|---|
| Approved vendor | "Anything from this seller will work" | The vendor appears in the official catalog for a specific scholarship type |
| Pre-approved curriculum | "No need to check details" | The item is listed for portal purchase, but verify the exact product |
| Available in MyScholarShop | "Will stay there forever" | The catalog is dynamic and can change over time |
MyScholarShop buyer checklist
- Confirm your scholarship type
- Open the official Step Up catalog
- Find the vendor
- Open the specific item listing
- Check grade level, format, and what is included
- Read any purchase notes in the portal
- Save a screenshot or note of the listing if you need it later
Common misconceptions about MyScholarShop vendors
- “If it’s on the internet, it must be the right list.” No. The only list that matters is the official Step Up For Students catalog.
- “A vendor listing means my family is automatically funded.” No. You still need to follow the rules for your scholarship and confirm the purchase in the portal.
- “MyScholarShop vendors are schools.” No. These are sellers of curriculum and instructional materials.
- “Pre-approved means I do not need to read details.” No. The User Agreement makes clear that the portal is a venue and product details should still be checked.
- “If I can buy directly from a vendor, I can always reimburse it.” Not always. Direct purchase and reimbursement are separate from portal shopping, and rules vary by scholarship type.