Florida K-12 Private Schools EANS Resource Center

Get your questions answered about EANS purchasing for Florida K-12 private schools here. Plus, find expert resources on navigating your ClassWallet account, the official funds management platform for the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE).

September 30, 2024, is the deadline to
submit receipts for reimbursement or
vendor payment requests.

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What can my EANS funds be used for?

EANS funds can be used to invest in furnishings and services that address pandemic learning loss and prevent, prepare for and respond to COVID-19. Certain expenses are reimbursable while others require direct payment to a registered service provider and are non-reimbursable.

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Reimbursable EANS expenses include:

Furniture and equipment to keep teachers, students and staff safe and/or distanced during in-person instruction, such as individual desks and mobile chairs, desk screens and PPE
Educational technology and remote learning tools, including hardware like headphones, software and connectivity to support student learning
Supplies to sanitize, disinfect, and clean school facilities, such as sanitation stations and UV wands
Adaptive furniture and equipment to assist special needs students with remote or hybrid learning

Direct pay (non-reimbursable) EANS expenses include:

Ventilation systems, including windows and portable air purification systems
Training for staff on sanitization, the use of PPE and minimizing the spread of infectious diseases
Redevelopment of instructional plans, including curriculum development, for remote or hybrid learning, or to address learning loss
Initiating and maintaining education and support services for remote or hybrid learning, or to address learning loss

For more information on EANS expenses, including the funding approval process and timeline, refer to the FLDOE’s EANS grant page.

Top EANS purchases in Florida

School Chairs

Collaborative Tables

Stools

Soft Flexible Seating

Preschool Soft Seating

Teacher Desks

Outdoor Picnic Tables

Outdoor Benches

School Rugs

Metal Storage Cabinets

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To learn more about managing EANS purchases in your ClassWallet account, check out the resources below.

EANS Coffee Break by ClassWallet

EANS experts break down how schools can maximize funds in a short spending period, achieve long-term success & more.

Florida Department of Education - EANS Allowable Activities Guide

An easy-to-read guide on managing your ClassWallet account.

SchoolWallet EANS Demonstration

An instructional video on how to submit documentation for reimbursements and pay service providers.

EANS Funding FAQ's

What are EANS funds?

EANS stands for Emergency Assistance to Non-Public Schools, a federal relief program approved by the Department of Education in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program provides emergency financial assistance to eligible non-public schools across the country.

Who is eligible for EANS funding?

Your school is eligible for funding if:

It’s a nonprofit
It’s accredited, licensed, and operating in accordance with state law
Was in existence prior to March 13, 2020
Has not received a Payroll Protection Program (PPP) loan on or after December 27, 2020

Your elementary or secondary school is only eligible for ARP EANS funds (the latest package) if it enrolls a percentage of students from low-income families and is most impacted by COVID-19.

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What can I purchase with EANS funds in Florida?

EANS funds have a wide range of allowable uses. In addition to the furnishings and services listed above, EANS funds be used to:

Invest in outdoor furniture and equipment to account for an increase in outdoor activities and dining, such as picnic tables, benches and portable sinks.
Hire additional personnel to keep school spaces safe and clean, such as nurses and custodians.
Purchase furniture and equipment to implement before and after-school enrichment programs, including table and chair sets.
Hiring additional educators and support staff.
Lease sites or spaces to ensure safe social distancing
Fund reasonable transportation costs
….and much more.

How can I make sure my EANS purchase requests are approved?

The FLDOE is more likely to approve your purchase requests if your school provides the following:

Documentation that provides direct links between the items you request and the recommendations of an authoritative institution, like the CDC
Data that shows a decline in functioning as a result of the pandemic and a need to procure items that will enable a return to functionality
Data that shows a need to remediate learning loss, boost student mental health, address students most impacted by COVID-19, create greater distancing or prepare for remote learning

When do EANS funds expire in Florida?

Schools have until 11:59 PM on September 30, 2024, to spend funds. All unspent balances will be returned to the state.

Are there discounts available for EANS purchases?

Yes! Private schools can use cooperative contracts in conjunction with their EANS funding to stretch their budget on must-have items. To find contracts your school may be eligible for, check out our Florida contracts page.

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