Home Education Support
Serving ESA and private pay families in Arizona
**Please note: This page contains information regarding our Home Education Support Program for ESA and private-pay families in Arizona. If you are interested in our comprehensive and tuition-free program, please reference the “locations” tab at the top of our website to learn more about our traditional program in your state!
Venture Upward is here to support your home education needs! In Arizona, families have the option to access educational funding through Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESA), allowing families to customize their student’s education. Whether you are home-educating your children through the ESA program or privately homeschooling, we are here to serve you. Explore the package and program options below to find the best fit for your family!
*Venture Upward is a vendor in ClassWallet, making it simple to pay for any of our educational support services with ESA funds! Families are also welcome to privately pay for services.
$500 per track (semester-long) + $75 Supply Fee
Tuition & Payment Options
- Open to ESA & private-pay families nationwide
- Space is limited. Spots will fill fast.
We understand that flexibility matters to families, so we offer multiple payment options:
- Pay in full: $500 (due at enrollment)
- Quarterly payments: 2 payments of $250
- Monthly payments: 4 payments of $125
Simply select the plan that works best for your family when you apply. If using ESA funds, we’re happy to guide you through how to schedule payments through ClassWallet or your state’s approved vendor system.
Step into something extraordinary.
Venture Upward’s Virtual Tracks are semester-long, mentor-led experiences that combine elite guidance, hands-on resources, and deep personal exploration. These aren’t just courses, they are transformational journeys designed to shape future leaders, creators, and world-changers.
Each track is led by exceptional professionals and educators who guide small cohorts of students through weekly live sessions, personalized mentorship, and project-based learning. Students receive curated toolkits shipped to their homes and are immersed in experiences that foster growth, purpose, and confidence. This is truly the kind of learning every parent dreams of giving their child. Each track is led by experts and designed to spark confidence, build real skills, and help students uncover their potential.
Whether your child is discovering their calling, building leadership skills, or publishing their first book, this is the kind of education that changes lives.
Girls in Grades 8 – 12
This dynamic course is led by Venture Upward President Jessica Breuer and Senior Development Director Courtney Schloss, two inspired women committed to raising the next generation of female leaders. Through lively weekly sessions, guest speakers, and book studies, students will dive into leadership principles, personal growth, communication skills, and goal setting. This is a high-energy, highly interactive course that builds real-world confidence and purpose.
Each student will receive a custom toolkit (books, journals, leadership exercises) and will complete a personal growth project over the semester. Expect bold conversations, hands-on learning, and life-changing mentorship.
This track includes but is not limited to the following:
- Weekly live virtual sessions with small-group mentorship
- Leadership Toolkit mailed to each student (books, journals, and project materials)
- Inspiring guest speakers and live Q&A opportunities
- Guided book studies focused on leadership, mindset, and confidence
- Personal growth and goal-setting activities
- Interactive group discussions and leadership challenges
- A semester-long project to apply leadership principles in real life
- 1:1 check-ins and ongoing mentor support
- Access to a supportive online community of like-minded girls
- Certificate of completion and a celebration event at the end of the semester
Outcome: Empowered young women ready to lead in their homes, communities, and future careers.
Meet Your Mentors
Jessica and Courtney bring a combined 30+ years of experience as educators, homeschoolers, leaders, and mentors.
Jessica is a homeschooling mom of eight and one of the original visionaries behind Venture Upward. She stepped away from her academic career, including doctoral work, national presentations, and published research to dedicate herself to her children and to empower other women to lead with purpose, clarity, and intention. She graduated summa cum laude from a major university and was selected as a Presidential Scholar, the highest honor reserved for students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and leadership. Jessica is passionate about helping women grow personally and professionally while living with intention. Her work now focuses on developing high-quality educational programs, empowering women, and leading with intention and vision. Her leadership and deep sense of purpose are at the heart of everything Venture Upward offers.
Courtney, a mother of seven and veteran homeschooler of 18 years, has successfully graduated three children and continues to home-educate her remaining four. With degrees in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, she began her career in public education, teaching Head Start and elementary classrooms before transitioning to virtual education and leadership. As Venture Upward’s Senior Vice President of Program Development, Courtney has led curriculum design initiatives, supported hundreds of educators, and helped shape the future of home-based learning. Known for her unmatched work ethic, innovative mindset, and unwavering commitment to excellence, Courtney also reads more than 100 books annually to fuel her knowledge and creativity. A respected speaker at home education conferences, she inspires both seasoned and new educators with her insight, humility, and dedication to helping families thrive.
Together, they offer not just instruction but a living example of what it means to lead with strength, vision, and heart.
Grades 4–12 (Grouped by Age Cohort)
Whether your student is just beginning to explore their strengths or has long been drawn to a particular field, this course bridges the gap between curiosity and career. Students will engage in age-appropriate personality and skills assessments, guided exploration, and intentional planning. Older students will take it a step further with support for internships and job shadowing, gaining real-world exposure to careers they’ve dreamed of for years.
But this track is more than just picking a profession. It’s about cultivating the habits and mindsets that lead to long-term success in any field. Students will reflect on what it means to thrive in a workplace, how to carry themselves with professionalism, and how to set meaningful goals that align with their gifts and passions.
Most importantly, we want students to grow up excited about their future, not just ready to name a job, but ready to say, “I want to be happy, fulfilled, and proud of the life I’ve built.”
This exciting journey will include:
- Career assessments and planning tools
- Weekly mentor sessions with age-specific groups
- Exploration of workplace success habits and mindset
- Internship and job shadowing support (for older students)
- A mailed Career Exploration Toolkit with workbooks and resources
Outcome: Real-life career experience, meaningful personal growth, and a clear, confident next step toward a fulfilling future.
Grades 4–12 (Grouped by Age & Level)
This inspiring track helps students plan, write, and prepare a polished book or short story for publication, guided by experienced mentors, including a published author. Students will learn story structure, revision strategies, and publishing basics, and they’ll also meet with guest authors, illustrators, and editors to gain insight into the writing world.
Each student will be supported based on their age and experience level, with younger writers working toward short stories and older or more advanced writers completing full-length manuscripts.
This track will include:
- Weekly writing workshops
- Guest sessions with publishing professionals
- Personalized feedback throughout the process
- A mailed Writing Toolkit (journals, planning guides, and creative tools)
Outcome: A completed and polished short story or book, ready to be published and proudly shared.
Available for students in K-8th grade.
Enjoy weekly Enrichment Venture School classes as well as local and virtual community events throughout the entire school year.
Fees:
- Yearly Payment: $1,500 (plus an annual $25 supply fee)
- Semester Payment: $800 a semester for a total of $1,600 a year (plus an annual $25 supply fee)
- Quarterly Payments: $425 a quarter for a total of $1,700 a year (plus an annual $25 supply fee)
In-Person Enrichment Venture School:
Enrichment Venture School is an onsite, once-a-week day of extracurricular classes for home-educating students in grades K-8. Parents are welcome to join our staff, accompany their students, or drop students off for a day of hands-on, enrichment fun! For so many of our students, it’s their favorite day of the week!
Through four weekly interactive and project-based classes, students have an opportunity to build peer connections, learn from a variety of instructors, and participate in fun elective classes outside their core curricula. Classes are based on a combination of instructor expertise and student interest and have included topics like locally significant traditions, messy science experiments, art, baking, music, foreign language, robotics, nature studies, and more!
Each student will also be provided with a Venture Upward t-shirt that they are welcome to wear on Venture School days or to community events! We will do one order at the beginning of each semester.
Community Events:
- Nationwide Pen Pal Program
- Monthly Virtual Book Clubs for Kids
- Quarterly Virtual Book Clubs for Parents
- Quarterly Professional Development for Parents
- Quarterly Educational Activities (Diorama Fair, Makers Market, Biology Fair, Art Expo Annual State Family Field Trip (one per year))
Venture School Priority Registration ends four weeks before each quarter begins. Students registering after the priority deadline will not be guaranteed immediate placement into Venture School.
Virtual Venture School:
Our virtual enrichment program offers students the opportunity to explore a wide range of creative, academic, and hands-on subjects— all from the comfort of home. Each quarter, students can choose from a diverse catalog of engaging classes taught by passionate instructors. Some past examples include classes such as cooking and art to Shakespeare, poetry, astronomy, nature journaling, and beyond; there’s something for every interest and learning style.
With flexible scheduling and a variety of class times throughout the week, students can design a personalized learning experience that fits their unique rhythm. Whether they want to dabble in one new area or dive into several, they are encouraged to explore as many classes as they like.
Community Events:
- Nationwide Pen Pal Program
- Monthly Virtual Book Clubs for Kids
- Quarterly Virtual Book Clubs for Parents
- Quarterly Professional Development for Parents
- Quarterly Virtual Educational Activities (Diorama Fair, Marker’s Market (not available virtually), Biology Fair, Art Expo)
- Annual State Family Field Trip (one per year)
Currently, Enrichment Venture School locations are planned in the following areas:
- North Phoenix: Coming Soon
- Goodyear: Friday from 10:00 am – 2:30 pm
- Buckeye: Tuesday from 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
- Gilbert: Wednesdays from 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
- Queen Creek: Mondays from 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
- Queen Creek: Thursdays from 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
- Casa Grande: Fridays from 10:00 am – 2:30 pm
- White Mountains: Fridays from 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
- Gilbert-Mesa: Mondays from 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
- Virtual Venture School: classes every day of the week
We welcome all students to our Venture Schools. Some of our students may have additional support needs, which will need to be met in partnership with parents. Please be aware that Venture School does not provide specially trained staff to accommodate students with higher needs or who require behavioral support. In circumstances where a student requires this level of additional support, it is our policy that a parent or caregiver attend Venture School to provide the extra support for the student.
Parents and site managers will work together to determine if additional supervision needs exist. In our commitment to make Venture Upward a safe and welcoming place for all, our site managers retain discretion to determine if a student will require a parent or caregiver to attend. Our highest priority is for all students and staff to have a safe and positive experience at Venture School! Thank you for supporting your child and helping to ensure their safety and success.
Available for students in 3rd-8th grade.
This package focuses on a well-rounded and FUN education, allowing students to dive into core curriculum with friends and enjoy community-building events for the entire family! Enjoy weekly Core Subject Venture School classes as well as local and virtual community events throughout the entire school year.
Fee:
- Yearly Payment: $1,700 (plus an annual $100 supply fee)
- Semester Payment: $900 a semester for a total of $1,800 a year (plus an annual $100 supply fee)
- Quarterly Payments: $475 a quarter for a total of $1,900 a year (plus an annual $100 supply fee)
Core Subject Venture School:
Core Subject Venture School is an onsite, once-a-week day of core curriculum classes for home-educating students in grades 3-8. Parents are welcome to join our staff, accompany their students, or drop students off for a day of engaging activities and meaningful exploration.
One day a week, we embark on a journey together to lay the foundation for a well-rounded education while fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for learning. Students will participate in four core subject classes – language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish! These subjects will make up students’ core curricula and include at-home homework and reading assignments. The only subject your family will need to provide on your own is a math curriculum!
Each student will also be provided with a Venture Upward t-shirt that they are welcome to wear on Venture School days or to community events!
Based on family focus group feedback, our Core Subject Venture School is piloting in the Mesa area for its first year!
Mesa: Mondays from 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
- Language Arts – Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW)
- Science
- Social Studies – History
- Spanish
Students will be divided into classes based on grade level: 3rd-4th grade, 5th-6th grade, and 7th-8th grade.
Community Events:
- Nationwide Pen Pal Program
- Monthly Virtual Book Clubs for Students
- Quarterly Virtual Book Clubs for Parents
- Quarterly Professional Development for Parents
- Quarterly Educational Activities (Diorama Fair, Makers Market, Biology Fair, Art Expo, etc.)
- Annual State Family Field Trip (one per year)
We welcome all students to our Venture Schools. Some of our students may have additional support needs, which will need to be met in partnership with parents. Please be aware that Venture School does not provide specially trained staff to accommodate students with higher needs or who require behavioral support. In circumstances where a student requires this level of additional support, it is our policy that a parent or caregiver attend Venture School to provide the extra support for the student.
Parents and site managers will work together to determine if additional supervision needs exist. In our commitment to make Venture Upward a safe and welcoming place for all, our site managers retain discretion to determine if a student will require a parent or caregiver to attend. Our highest priority is for all students and staff to have a safe and positive experience at Venture School! Thank you for supporting your child and helping to ensure their safety and success.
Available for students in K-12th grade.
This package offers support and guidance for both parents and students! Your family will have a seasoned homeschool mom to mentor you in your educational journey, offering encouragement, problem-solving solutions, and tailored support for your student.
Fee:
- Yearly Payment: $1,300
- Semester Payment: $700 a semester for a total of $1,400 a year
- Quarterly Payments: $375 a quarter for a total of $1,500 a year
K-8th Grade
- Monthly Mentorship from a Seasoned Homeschool Mom
- One Thirty-Minute Tutoring Session a Week
- One Weekly Live Online Class – students’ choice(K-8)
- Monthly One-on-One Parent Mentorship
- Quarterly Parent Professional Development
- Quarterly Parent Book Club
9th-12th Grade
- Monthly Mentorship from a Seasoned Homeschool Mom
- One Thirty-Minute Tutoring Session a Week
- Monthly One-on-One Parent Mentorship
- Study.com Test Prep Courses
- Grad Plan and Transcript Guidance in Mentor Meetings
- Transcript Template
- Quarterly Parent Professional Development
- Quarterly Parent Book Club
This complete and comprehensive program is designed to support your students with everything from core curricula, extracurriculars, community events for the family, parent mentorship, guidance, tutoring, and more! Valued at over $6,000 per year, your family will enjoy robust savings while ensuring all your student’s educational needs are met.
Fee:
| Kindergarten: | $625 per quarter | $2,500 per year |
| 1st-8th grade: | $987.50 per quarter | $3,950 per year |
| 9th-12th grade: | $1,100 per quarter | $4,400 per year |
Curriculum & Extracurriculars
- Your Choice of Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Reading (K-3) Curriculum from our Curriculum Offerings
- Enrichment Venture School
Tutoring & Support
- One-on-One Homeschool Planning Meeting
- Veteran Homeschool Mom Mentorship
- Unlimited Teacher support
- Unlimited Tutoring
- Unlimited Access to the Student Success Team (SST)
- Optional Accountability
- Venture Upward Family Facebook Group for Community & Support
- ESA Navigational Support
Community Events
- Nationwide Pen Pal Program
- Monthly Virtual Book Clubs for Students
- Quarterly Virtual Book Clubs for Parents
- Quarterly Professional Development for Parents
- Quarterly Educational Activities (Diorama Fair, Makers Market, Biology Fair, Art Expo, etc.)
- Annual State Family Field Trip (one per year)
As an added bonus, NO attendance and NO mandatory state testing is required! Both are available upon request, however.
Curricula & Extracurriculars
- Your Choice of Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies Curriculum from our Curriculum Offerings
- Two Electives
High School Exclusive Extras
- ACT Prep Course
- Transcript Guidance
- Scholarship Application Guidance
- Guidance Counselor
Tutoring & Support
- One-on-One Homeschool Planning Meeting
- Veteran Homeschool Mom Mentorship
- Unlimited Teacher support
- Unlimited Tutoring
- Unlimited Access to the Student Success Team (SST)
- Optional Accountability
- Venture Upward Family Facebook Group for Community & Support
- ESA Navigational Support
Community Events
- Nationwide Pen Pal Program
- Monthly Park Days
- Monthly Nature Club Days
- Monthly Virtual Book Clubs for Students
- Quarterly Virtual Book Clubs for Parents
- Quarterly Professional Development for Parents
- Quarterly Educational Activities (Diorama Fair, Makers Market, Biology Fair, Art Expo, etc.)
- Annual State Family Field Trip (one per year)
As an added bonus, NO attendance and NO mandatory state testing is required! Both are available upon request, however.
Ready to Apply?
If you are a current ESA family or planning to privately pay for services on your own, applications are now open.
Follow the link below to apply for our Home Education Program. A Venture Upward team member will reach out to you shortly once your application has been submitted. Or, please join us in our ESA Facebook group, where we will continue to post updates, answer questions, and build community.