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TEFA School Finder, Enrollment Deadlines & the Mistakes That Can Cost Your Funding | Texas Education Freedom Accounts
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TEFA School Finder, Enrollment Deadlines & the Mistakes That Can Cost Your Funding | Texas Education Freedom Accounts

Homeschool Money · Anthony Obey, Crystal Obey

March 2, 202622m 57s

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Show Notes

You got your Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) funding — now comes the part that can make or break it: choosing the right school.

In this episode of the Homeschool Money Podcast, Crystal and Anthony Obey walk Texas families through exactly how to find TEFA-participating schools, what questions to ask before you commit, and how to make sure your enrollment is confirmed so your funding actually flows on time.

This is Part 4 of our TEFA Series. Go back and listen to Episodes 1–3 for the full program overview, application walkthrough, and disability funding deep dive.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

  1. How to use the official TEFA School Finder and what to do if your preferred school isn't listed yet
  2. The difference between "accredited" and "registered" — and why it matters for your $10,474
  3. The four key questions every family must ask before choosing a school
  4. What happens when tuition is more (or less) than your TEFA amount
  5. The enrollment deadlines inside the Odyssey platform you absolutely cannot miss
  6. Pro tips for smart school selection before April lottery results arrive

This is the homeschool funding opportunity Texas families have been waiting for. But the best schools fill up fast. Start your school search now.

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SHOW NOTES & LINKS

  1. Program website & School Finder: educationfreedom.texas.gov
  2. Application & account platform (Odyssey): support.withodyssey.com
  3. Odyssey phone support: 737-379-2362
  4. Odyssey email support: [email protected]
  5. Texas School District Locator: tea.texas.gov/texas-schools/general-information/school-district-locator
  6. Parent school selection deadline: June 1, 2026 (initial) / July 15, 2026 (final)
  7. School enrollment confirmation deadline: June 15, 2026 (initial) / July 31, 2026 (final)
  8. First funding distribution: July 1, 2026
  9. TEFA Media Contact: Travis Pillow — [email protected] | (407) 376-3105

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