Upcoming ESTF Informational Events

2026-27 applications for the Education Scholarship Trust Fund program are right around the corner.

Our team has a slate of events to give you all the details you need to know about the 2026-27 ESTF application process, including what’s changed from last year, what families need to do to renew, and a refresher on the whole application process. Whether you are a family wanting to renew participation for another school year or if you are someone wanting to apply for ESTF for the first time, these events are for you.

Want us to speak in person to your school, church, or community? Shoot us an email at info@scschoolchoice.com.

Saturday, October 25 | 10:00AM

💻 VIRTUAL WEBINAR

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This is the second of two October webinars to educate parents about South Carolina’s new Education Scholarship Trust Fund program and how they can apply for a $7,600 K-12 scholarship for their child’s educational expenses.

We will be going through what the ESTF program is, what the application process looks like, and how you can best prepare to make sure your child is first in line for a $7,600 scholarship. We’ll particularly focus on changes to the application for the 2026-27 school year and what current ESTF parents need to knew ahead of renewal applications opening on November 1, 2025. Q&A session will be included!

Tuesday, October 28 | 11:30AM – 12:30PM

📝 Information Session

📍Hilton Head Christian Academy (3088 Bluffton Parkway, Bluffton, SC 29910)

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Families across the community are invited to an informational session about the South Carolina Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF) — a program that provides $7,600 scholarships for eligible South Carolina students.

Join ESTF expert Teshia McIver along with HHCA’s Admissions and Financial Assistance Team to learn more about this important opportunity, get your questions answered, and prepare for the upcoming application period. Whether you’re already familiar with the program or just beginning to explore how it could make Christian education more accessible for your family, this session is for you.

Tuesday, October 28 | 4 – 5PM

📝 Information Session

📍Beaufort Academy (240 Sams Point Rd, Beaufort, SC 29907) – in the library

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ALL CURRENT, POTENTIAL & NEW PARENTS ARE WELCOME TO LEARN MORE!

Join us on October 28 at 4pm in the Beaufort Academy Library to learn more about South Carolina’s new K-12 scholarship program, the Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF) and how it can help your family.

Parents in the Beaufort are are welcome to attend this information session at the Beaufort Academy Library, featuring Palmetto Promise’s Teshia McIver.

We’ll walk through what the program is, who is eligible, how to apply, and how parents can prepare in advance to make sure their application is among the first in line.

Whether you are a 2025-26 ESTF recipient needing to renew your participation for next year, or whether you are a family looking at applying for ESTF for the very first time, this meeting is for you!

Wednesday, October 29 | 8:15 – 9:15AM

☕ Coffee & Connections

📍Cross Schools (495 Buckwalter Parkway, Bluffton, SC 29910)

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Invite your friends and share this event — let’s work together to expand educational opportunities in our state!

Join us at Cross Schools for Coffee & Connections, a welcoming community event where families can learn more about the Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF) — South Carolina’s new state scholarship program. Enjoy a cup of coffee and conversation as we share how eligible families can receive a $7,600 scholarship to help cover educational expenses such as tuition, instructional materials, and more.

Whether you’re just curious or ready to apply, this is a great opportunity to get your questions answered, connect with other families, and explore how this program can support your child’s education. All are welcome!

Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/ttEPwRPUMkjj3fZj6

Wednesday, October 29 | 11:30AM – 1PM

📝 Information Session

📍John Paul II Catholic School (4211 Okatie Hwy, Ridgeland, SC 29936) – JPII Athletic Center

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Come join us for an information session and Q&A about South Carolina’s brand new K-12 scholarship that provides $7,600 to cover education expenses like tutoring, tuition, disability services, school supplies, textbooks, and so much more.

Learn how the Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF) is transforming educational opportunity in South Carolina and what it could mean for your family. Palmetto Promise’s Teshia McIver will provide an overview of the program, eligibility details, and practical guidance for parents and schools navigating the scholarship process. Whether you are a 2025-26 ESTF recipient family needing to renew your participation in the ESTF program for the 2026-27 school year, or whether you are a family looking at applying for ESTF for the very first time, this info session is for you!

This event is free and open to the public — families, educators, and community members from around the Beaufort and Ridgeland area are all welcome! The session will take place in the JPII Athletic Center.

Tuesday, November 4 | 12 – 1PM

🥪 Lunch And Learn

📍Heritage Christian Academy (649 Barr Rd Lexington, SC 29072) – chapel

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Bring your own lunch and join us in Heritage’s chapel for an interactive presentation and Q&A about the Education Scholarship Trust Fund program, a new SC scholarship that can give you $7,600 for your K-12 student’s educational expenses. This event is open to the community, parents, and educators – anyone who wishes to learn more about ESTF and what it could mean for their family! Current ESTF families are encouraged to attend to learn more information about how to renew their scholarship for the 2026-27 school year.

Saturday, January 24 | 11AM – 2PM

🎉 Columbia & Lexington Area School Fair

📍Brookland Baptist Church Conference Center (1066 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169)

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More information and registration coming soon! Join us at Brookland Baptist for a fun, family-friendly, and FREE event with games, snacks, and prizes, and meet school options and family resource providers from around the Columbia and Lexington community. Representatives will be there to assist parents in learning about and applying for the Education Scholarship Trust Fund program. Mark your calendars – you don’t want to miss this event!