LiFT Academy Admissions
LiFT Academy Is…
A warm, nurturing place where students of all academic levels in Kindergarten through 12th grade can excel. With small classrooms, individualized accommodations and innovative teaching techniques, LiFT Academy encourages students to reach their fullest potential — intellectually, emotionally, and socially. Services provided and admissions/referrals are made at LiFT Academy without regard to race, gender, and creed of national origin.
Steps for Enrollment
#1 Pre-Admission Application
This application helps us determine if your student meets our admission requirements.
#2 Shadow Day
Your student must have a shadow day on campus at LiFT Academy.
#3 Review
The administrative team will review your shadow day feedback, student’s current psycho-educational evaluations and other pertinent data.
#4 Enrollment Forms
Once your student is accepted into LiFT Academy, please fill out the LiFT New Registration form.
Steps 1-3 must be completed before we accept registration paperwork.
Returning LiFT Academy Students
To schedule a campus tour, or a shadow day,
please email info@liftfl.org or call 727.258.7659
2023 – 2024 School Year
Returning LiFT Families:
Early Registration opens February 1, 2023 & will remain open until close of business on March 19, 2023
• Families are eligible to save $100 off Registration Costs if registered during this window.
Standard Registration Begins: March 20, 2023
New LiFT Families:
Early Registration opens March 20, 2023 & will remain open until close of business on May 1, 2023
• Families are eligible to save $100 off Registration Costs if registered during this window.
Standard Registration Begins: May 2, 2023
Registration Fee*
$500.00 first child
(Early Registration Discount: $400 if registered by March 19, 2023)
$400.00 each additional child
Registration includes a technology fee, student insurance, Renweb use, MAP testing materials, library use and a yearbook.
*The registration fee is non-refundable.
LiFT Academy Tuition
Grades K-6th $11,500
Grades 7-8th $12,000
Grades 9-12th $13,500
Tuition includes textbooks, e-textbooks, consumables, agenda book and any classroom curriculum.
Graduation Fee: $125
Extended Care
Registration for Extended Care:
$45.00 per student or $55.00 per family
Extended Care Morning Only:
Drop-off at 7:00 am – $60 per month*
Extended Care Afternoon Only:
Pick up by 6:00 pm – $215.00 per month*
Extended Care AM & PM:
7:00 am – 6:00 pm – $275.00 per month*
Extended Care Incidental Use:
$25.00 per occasion*
*For each additional family member, add $10.00 to each amount that applies.
Fifteen hours of volunteer service and/or school event participation are required for each family per school year.
A monetary buy out is available for $25 per hour. Please call the office for further details.
Scholarship Information
Scholarship applications are open for the school year.
- LiFT accepts the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Unique Abilities (FES-UA), FES-EO, FTC, FES, and HOPE Student Scholarships.
- A copy of your latest tax return and your W-2 form will be required.
*Note, a parentally placed private school student with a disability does not have an individual right to receive some or all of the special education and related services that the student would receive if enrolled in a public school under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), as amended.
LiFT Board Scholarship Funds
The LiFT Board Scholarship will also open on May 1st – July 31st for any family in financial need. You may access the LiFT Board Scholarship in your FACTS Tuition account. To Apply visit www.FACTSmgt.com > Parent Login > Payment Plan / Financial Aid > Home Page > See “Facts Grant & Aid” > Click button to start application. LiFT scholarships are awarded on a first come, first-serve basis and are based on greatest financial needs as the priority.
All families must sign up online through the FACTS Tuition Management System for tuition payment options.
Income Based Scholarships
Florida Tax Credit (FTC) and Family Empowerment (FES)
• Offered by Step Up for Students
• Offered by AAA
*Please note, AAA charges an Enrollment fee
LiFT Board of Directors
The LiFT Board Scholarship will also open on May 1 – July 31 for any family in financial need. You may access the LiFT Board Scholarship in your FACTS Tuition account. To Apply visit www.FACTSmgt.com > Parent Login > Payment Plan / Financial Aid > Home Page > See “Facts Grant & Aid” > Click button to start application. LiFT scholarships are awarded on a first come, first-serve basis and are based on greatest financial needs as the priority.
Disability Based Scholarships
Family Empowerment Scholarships – Unique Abilities (FES-UA)” offered by Step Up For Students
• Offered by Step Up for Students
• Offered by AAA
*Please note, AAA charges an Enrollment fee
Bullied Students
Please know that you are not alone in this and we are here to help! Our staff is knowledgeable about the scholarship opportunities available and experienced in each application process. We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have and guide you towards the best options for you and your family. Please call us at (727) 258-7659 or email us for more information.