Summer Camp Funding
Your child's summer camp may be fully covered by Florida state funding — here's how.
The New World Scholarship Can Pay for Summer Camp
Florida's New World Scholarship is a state-funded grant that covers summer camp tuition for eligible students — meaning your child could attend TopBridge Summer Camp at zero out-of-pocket cost to you.
What Is the New World Scholarship?
The New World Scholarship is a Florida state education grant administered through Step Up for Students. It provides funding for eligible K–12 students to attend approved educational programs — including summer camps like TopBridge Academy. Think of it as the state investing in your child's education so you don't have to pay out of pocket.
How to Apply — Step by Step
Follow these steps in order. Most families complete the entire process in under 30 minutes.
Apply for Step Up for Students
Before you can access the New World Scholarship, you need to be approved through Step Up for Students — Florida's scholarship management organization. This is the gateway to all Florida education scholarships.
What you'll need to apply:
- Child's birth certificate or proof of age
- Proof of Florida residency (utility bill, lease, etc.)
- Most recent report card or school records
- Parent/guardian government-issued ID
- Social Security numbers for child and parent
Select the New World Scholarship
Once you're approved by Step Up for Students, log into your parent portal and look for the "New World Scholarship" option. This is the specific scholarship that covers summer educational programs.
Pro tip: In your Step Up portal, you may see multiple scholarship options. Look specifically for "New World Scholarship" — it's designed for summer and enrichment programs, not just the regular school year.
Select TopBridge Academy as Your Provider
When prompted to choose a provider, search for "TopBridge Academy" in the Step Up portal. Select us as your summer camp provider and the scholarship funds will be sent directly to us — you won't need to pay anything upfront.
We are fully registered and approved with Step Up for Students. Once you select us, we handle all the billing and paperwork directly with Step Up — no hassle for you.
Register for Summer Camp Below
Once your New World Scholarship is approved and TopBridge is selected as your provider, simply fill out our summer camp registration form below. Let us know you're using the scholarship and we'll take care of the rest!
Common Questions About the Scholarship
Do I need to already be enrolled at TopBridge to use this scholarship?
No! The New World Scholarship is open to any eligible Florida student, whether or not they currently attend TopBridge Academy. Summer camp is a great way to experience our school before enrolling full-time.
What if I'm already approved for a different Step Up scholarship?
Great news — if you're already in the Step Up system, applying for the New World Scholarship is even faster. Just log into your existing portal and add the New World Scholarship to your account.
How long does the approval process take?
Step Up for Students typically processes applications within 2–4 weeks. We recommend applying as early as possible to ensure your scholarship is ready before camp starts in June.
What if I need help with the application?
Our staff is here to help! Call us at (904) 385-0834 or email topbridgeacademy@gmail.com and we'll walk you through every step of the process personally.