Why Florida school vouchers can pay for Disney tickets, TVs while draining billions from public scho

“Only the actual cost of the basic admission for the student will be covered,” the Step Up purchasing guides for the 24-25 school year said. “Additional services (such as parking, food and beverage packages, photographs or souvenirs, or premium access) are not eligible expenses.”

WESH 2 Investigates has learned from Step Up more than 8,400 students had theme park ticket reimbursements paid or approved for this school year.

The majority – nearly 6,000 – have Personalized Education Plan (PEP) scholarships for homeschooling.

Florida state-funded vouchers draining billions from public schools

It's unfortunate that the Florida GOP values waste and abuse when it comes to the education of students