Step Up for Students
Offerings

Optima Academy Online and Step Up for Students (SUFS) have partnered to offer scholars a unique learning experience in the Metaverse, blending community connection and virtual learning. Through Optima Academy Online’s distinctive learning environments, SUFS scholarship recipients gain access to both VR field trips and online courses.

What We Offer to SUFS Families

Explore the exciting opportunities we provide for families:

OAO Explorations Field Trips: Immerse yourself in virtual reality adventures. From ancient civilizations to outer space, these experiences spark curiosity and wonder.
VR Courses: Access interactive and accredited teacher-led and self-guided VR enhanced courses covering history, science, technology, and more.

Join us at Optima Academy Online and unlock the potential of VR education tailored for Florida families.

What Families Love Most About OAO

At-Home Learning with Community
Live, Teacher-Led Courses
On-Demand, Student-Guided Courses
Pick a Single Class or a Complete Schedule
Personalized Teacher Support
Classically-aligned VR enhanced courses
Dual Enrollment & College Prep
Personalized Teacher Support
Cost Covered by Scholarship

How to Apply for SUFS

Scholarships are awarded and managed directly through Step Up for Students. Applications are first-come, first-served and require supporting documents such as proof of residency or income. Once approved, you can apply your scholarship toward one course or a full course load at OAO—giving your family access to our classical curriculum and immersive VR-enhanced lessons.