Officially Approved TEFA Private School Provider
Texas Families Can Now Use TEFA Funds at CMASAS
Christa McAuliffe Academy School of Arts and Sciences is an accredited, fully online K–12 private school — and an approved Texas Education Freedom Account provider.
CMASAS is an officially approved TEFA private school provider for 2026–2027
Five Steps to Enroll With Your TEFA Funds
Whether you've already received your award or are just exploring, here's the clear path to get started at CMASAS.
Apply for Your Texas Education Freedom Account
Apply through the Texas Comptroller's TEFA program at educationfreedom.texas.gov. Applications may be submitted at any time during the open window without affecting funding eligibility. Families not yet accepted can join the 2027–28 interest list.
Schedule a Free Consultation With Our CMASAS Team
Our enrollment team will walk you through how CMASAS works, confirm your eligibility to use TEFA funds, and answer all your questions — no commitment required. Schedule directly using the Calendly link on this page.
Select CMASAS as Your School of Choice and Accept Your TEFA Tuition Amount
Once you have been accepted by TEFA to receive funding, you will need to select CMASAS as your School-of-Choice and accept your TEFA tuition award amount on the Odyssey website.
Enroll by Selecting Your Tuition Plan and Filling Out the Registration Form
Enrollment is complete once you select your tuition plan, official start date, and fill out the CMASAS Registration form. This triggers an invoice to be paid by TEFA.
Begin Your Personalized Learning Journey
Once enrolled, your child is matched with a dedicated Personalized Education Coach (PEC). Your TEFA award is applied directly to tuition, and learning begins on your family's schedule — with no required login times or rigid daily structure.
How Much Funding Can Your Family Receive?
The TEFA program, funded by $1 billion from the Texas Legislature (Senate Bill 2), provides eligible families with direct education funding to use at approved private schools like CMASAS.
$10,474
Standard TEFA Award
Available to eligible Texas students enrolling in an approved private school outside the public school system for the 2026–27 school year.
Up to $30,000
Students with Qualifying Disabilities
Students with qualifying disabilities may be eligible for significantly increased funding to support their individual educational needs at CMASAS.
Application Status Update: Applications for the 2026–27 school year are now closed. Funding will be awarded in April based on priority. Families not selected may join the 2027–28 interest list at educationfreedom.texas.gov. Families with an active award may use TEFA funds for full-time enrollment at CMASAS.
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE CMASAS
SELF-PACED & ASYNCHRONOUS
Learn anytime, anywhere, at your own pace.
STUDENT CONNECTIONS
Clubs, events, and a global community to stay connected.
PERSONALIZED ATTENTION
1:1 support tailored to your student’s goals/learning style.
GLOBAL REACH
Join a diverse community of students from around the world.
FLEXIBLE & MASTERY-BASED
Progress at your own pace with a mastery-based approach that builds true understanding.
EXTENSIVE COURSE OFFERINGS
200+ courses designed to support diverse interests, goals, and learning paths.
SAFE & SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT
A structured, supportive space where students feel safe, seen, and successful.
COLLEGE PREP PATHWAYS
Prepare for college with rigorous academics, guidance, and future-ready skills.
A personalized education philosophy that puts students FIRST.
Testimonials
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Daniel Sniderman
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Daniel SnidermanSubtitleParent of 10th Grader"My child has autism and social anxiety, and we had to withdraw from public high school due to a lack of support. CMASAS gave us... -
Tiger Abubo
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Tiger AbuboSubtitle12th Grade"Surfing is my way of life. I've earned two national titles and placed 6th at the ISA World Juniors in Brazil — none of it... -
Gigi Grace
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Gigi GraceSubtitleClass of 2026"CMASAS lets me continue my studies while pursuing performing arts — I sing, play guitar, and dance professionally. I was recently showcased in four episodes... -
Linda Wheeler
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Linda WheelerSubtitleMilitary Parent of Middle Schooler"My husband deployed for a year, and CMASAS meant little to no disruption for our daughter no matter where we ended up. She has time... -
Lexa Hedgecock
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Lexa HedgecockSubtitleClass of 2025"CMASAS gave me the space to grow on my own terms while reaching my goals — including induction into the National Honor Society." Accepted into... -
Jamie Marcella
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Jamie MarcellaSubtitleMother of Elem., Middle and H.S. Students"As a former homeschool parent, I felt the pressure of shaping my kids' education alone — especially as they learned faster than I could teach... -
Joo C.
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Joo C.SubtitleGrade 9"As an international student pursuing an American diploma, I wanted flexibility to balance my studies with my personal goals. CMASAS has been the perfect fit... -
Andrea Campbell
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Andrea CampbellSubtitleMother of a 3rd Grader and Kindergartner"CMASAS gave our family a sense of balance and freedom we didn't know was possible. We've explored museums and national parks together, all while staying...
K–12 Programs for Every Stage
Whether your child is just starting out or preparing for college, CMASAS has a personalized program built for their level and goals.
K–5 Elementary School
Mastery-based learning built around each child's pace and interests, with dedicated Personalized Education Coach support and a connected global online community.
Middle School
Flexible, personalized learning during key years of growth. Opportunities to accelerate into high school coursework. Academic and social support built in at every step.
High School
Accredited diploma pathway with AP, Honors, and Dual Enrollment options. NCAA approved. Students learn at their own pace — fully prepared for college and career.