Alabama CHOOSE Act & ClassWallet Guide for Homeschool Families
How the Alabama CHOOSE Act Works for Homeschool Families
Alabama’s CHOOSE Act provides Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) that eligible K5–12 students can use for approved educational expenses. The Alabama Department of Revenue (ALDOR) administers the program and uses ClassWallet to manage participating families’ ESA funds.
First Homeschool is an approved ClassWallet Marketplace vendor. To use CHOOSE Act funds with us, enter our store through Start Shopping inside ClassWallet. We are not a Direct Pay / Pay Vendor provider.
Sources: Alabama Department of Revenue — The CHOOSE Act and the 2026–2027 CHOOSE Act Parent Guide.
How to Access ClassWallet
If you have been awarded Alabama CHOOSE Act funds, use ClassWallet to enter First Homeschool through the Marketplace. Starting inside ClassWallet is the best way to keep your Alabama funded purchase connected to the correct student wallet.
Video DemonstrationLog onto ClassWallet
Sign in to your ClassWallet account and select the correct student.
Open the ClassWallet Marketplace
Locate the Marketplace shopping option and select Start Shopping.
Locate “First Homeschool”
Find First Homeschool in the approved Marketplace retailer list and select Shop. We are a Marketplace vendor, not a Direct Pay / Pay Vendor provider.
Choose Your Curriculum
You’ll be redirected to our storefront. Add eligible curriculum, books, workbooks, literature, and educational materials to your cart.
Submit Your Order
Complete the storefront checkout flow and submit the order so it can return to ClassWallet for Alabama CHOOSE Act payment processing.
Authorize the ClassWallet Purchase
Finish the requested information inside ClassWallet and authorize use of your available funds. Final eligibility and purchase approval are determined by the state program.
Ready to Start Shopping?
First Homeschool carries new and used homeschool curriculum, textbooks, workbooks, literature, teacher guides, manipulatives, kits, and other educational resources.
For a ClassWallet-funded order, begin in ClassWallet and select First Homeschool from the Marketplace. You can browse our public store at any time, but do not use a normal public checkout when you intend to pay with Alabama CHOOSE Act funds.
Open ClassWallet Browse Our StoreWhat Can Alabama CHOOSE Act Funds Cover?
For 2026–2027, approved categories especially relevant to First Homeschool include textbooks in approved K5–12 subject areas, curriculum and supplemental reading materials, reference books, workbooks, flashcards, qualifying instructional materials, educational games aligned to approved subjects, math manipulatives, and qualifying science or lab kits.
Source: 2026–2027 CHOOSE Act Parent Guide.
Common Errors When Creating ClassWallet Orders
Starting Outside ClassWallet
If you plan to use program funds, enter First Homeschool through Start Shopping in the Marketplace instead of beginning with a normal storefront checkout.
Wrong Student or Balance
Families with multiple students should confirm the correct wallet is selected and that funds are available before submitting an order.
Item Eligibility
Being sold by an approved Marketplace vendor does not make every item automatically eligible. State program rules control the final decision.
ClassWallet & Program Documentation
Use the official state and ClassWallet resources below whenever you need to verify eligibility, allowable expenses, application status, or purchasing rules.
Alabama CHOOSE Act Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an Alabama home-education student receive for 2026–2027?
The current Parent Guide lists $2,000 per participating home-education student, with a maximum of $4,000 per family.
Can CHOOSE Act funds be used for homeschool curriculum and books?
Yes. The current approved-expense list includes textbooks in approved subjects, curriculum and supplemental reading materials, reference books, workbooks, flashcards, and qualifying instructional materials.
Is First Homeschool available through the Alabama ClassWallet Marketplace?
Yes. First Homeschool is an approved ClassWallet Marketplace vendor. Select us through Start Shopping.
Can I purchase directly and submit the receipt for reimbursement?
No. Alabama’s 2026–2027 guidance states that there is no reimbursement to families. Complete the transaction through ClassWallet.
Still Have Questions?
Reach out to First Homeschool if you need help locating curriculum or navigating our Marketplace storefront. For questions about whether a purchase is allowed, contact the state program or ClassWallet because they make the final eligibility decision.
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