Arkansas Literacy Tutoring Grant Program

The Arkansas Literacy Tutoring Grant Program, provided by the Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), offers eligible families up to $500 to support their child's literacy development. This grant can be used to purchase high-quality literacy resources, including ABCmouse, Adventure Academy, and ReadingIQ. See all your product options here.

Age of Learning is an approved vendor for the Arkansas Literacy Tutoring Grant, allowing families to use grant funds to access ABCmouse and other Age of Learning educational products. Parents in Arkansas who qualify for the grant can submit an invoice request to purchase these products through ClassWallet.

• How the Grant Program Works
• How to Purchase ABCmouse and Other Programs with Your Grant

How the Arkansas Literacy Tutoring Grant Program Works 

1. Identification of Eligible Students – DESE identifies students in grades K-3 who do not meet established reading standards and notifies their families of their eligibility for the tutoring grant.
2. Selection of Approved Tutors – Families can choose from a list of DESE-approved tutors, ensuring students receive instruction from qualified professionals.
3. Tutoring Sessions – Students receive personalized tutoring sessions designed to improve literacy skills. The frequency and duration of sessions are determined by the tutor and family.
4. Invoicing and Payment – After tutoring services are rendered, families can submit an invoice request to access the grant funds.

How to Purchase ABCmouse and Other Programs with Your Grant

To ensure a smooth reimbursement process, families should follow these steps when submitting an invoice for ABCmouse, Adventure Academy, and/or ReadingIQ:

1. Choose Programs, Request Invoice – Families who were notified of their eligibility for the tutoring grant, use this invoice request form to select the programs and activation lengths (1, 2, or 5 years) and then submit your invoice request. Request an Invoice Here.
2. Receive Invoice, Submit to ClassWallet – Once the invoice is received, families must submit it through ClassWallet for approval.
3. DESE Approval – The Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education reviews and approves the invoice within four working days.
4. Direct Deposit – After approval, funds are direct deposited into the tutor’s account within 24-36 hours.
5. Check Email, Activate Programs with Codes: Within 24 hours of receiving payment through the grant, Age of Learning Customer Care will email you codes to activate each of the programs for the length of time that has been pre-paid by the grant. 
   • Redeem ABCmouse Code Here
   • Redeem Adventure Academy Code Here
   • Redeem ReadingIQ Code Here