At Palmetto NavigatEd, we love to say,
“Education is the front door of the American dream.”
Welcome to NavigatEd, powered by Palmetto Promise. Here, parents are supported and empowered to give their children a K-12 education that truly fits their unique needs and gifts. And education providers, you’re welcome too! In fact, you’re not just welcome, you’re formally invited. Because South Carolina families need you.
If you’re a parent, you will navigate something challenging during your child’s educational journey – if you haven’t already.
Do you know your child is capable of more, but hear them say they’re “bored” at school? Are you navigating special needs and an IEP while constantly advocating for sufficient resources or supports that never come? Have you lacked the resources or bandwidth to consider other options or just don’t know where to start?
South Carolina families and K-12 students thrive when they have a wide variety of high-quality education options. Every student is unique, and every family has different goals, desires, and values. You can power education options and opportunity in our state, and we’re here to support you so you can support them!
65% of South Carolinians and 74% of SC K-12 Parents Support Education Scholarship Accounts (ESAs)1.
ESAs are as transparent—if not more—transparent than any other form of education spending!
The entry of ESAs onto the South Carolina educational landscape does not affect the rights of parents and students using the existing three options for homeschooling in any way.
South Carolina’s ESA program (the Education Scholarship Trust Fund, or ESTF) is pretty new, so we know you may have questions – whether you’re a concerned citizen or an elected official! We have answers. Check out our public information page featuring answers to frequently asked questions, myths vs. facts, and even helpful videos!
Parents
Income limits for the Education Scholarship Trust Fund program increase for the school year 2026-27 and all years after. Learn...
Parents
Providers
Everyone
The school choice environment in South Carolina is evolving rapidly. Just a few short years ago, families were forced to...
Providers
There is a brand new K-12 scholarship opportunity in South Carolina, and it’s not just for school tuition. Scholarship funds...
Let’s chat! (Check our Parent FAQs, Provider FAQs or Public FAQs first to make sure your question isn’t already answered there!) We are here to support you as you navigate the options for your child’s education journey.
