AFTERSCHOOL CHILD ENRICHMENT (ACE)
Educational Savings Program & Scouting

Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Director Stephen D. Dackin announced today that the recipients of Ohio’s Afterschool Child Enrichment (ACE) savings account program now have additional time to use their approved funds. The deadline to spend funds on eligible learning activities has been extended to Sept. 1, 2025. All claims for ACE payments or reimbursement must be submitted by Oct. 15, 2025

 
 

Scouting changes lives…
…and ‘ACE’ CAN HELP!

The Ohio Afterschool Child Enrichment (ACE) Educational Savings Account program provides qualifying families with a $1,000 credit per child. These funds can be used to pay for a variety of educational activities designed to help accelerate learning for children…including some Scouting expenses!

Tomorrow’s adventure could be paid for by ‘ace’

ACE funds are available to Scouting members to cover their BSA Registration Fees and the costs of over a dozen annual events hosted by Lake Erie Council. Nearly 2/3 of the families in our Council area are eligible…find out if you’re one of them!

Getting started with ‘ACE’

The first step is to apply with ACE; the link below will get you started with their step-by-step Guide. Once your family has been approved, you will be able to upload receipts for your BSA Registration and event participation for reimbursement!


Out-of-School Scouting
in a local Pack or Troop

Scouting programs pick up where the school day leaves off, providing educational opportunities (aligned with Ohio State Ed Standards) facilitated by trained volunteers throughout the community.

FAST FACTS:

  • Classes are age-appropriate and are offered to students K-5 in “Packs” and students 6-12 in “Troops.”

  • Subjects taught include STEM, nature study, physical fitness, personal finance, arts & cultures, civics & citizenship, along with over 120 career exploration tracks.

  • Annual Enrollment Fee: $80-$120 per student.

Day Camps
& other Day Activities

Scouting’s classroom is the outdoors! Registered Scouts have access to 100+ special days of learning annually, from single-day day camps to multi-day experiences.

FAST FACTS:

  • Scouting’s Day Camp options range from single-day Merit Badge Universities (exploring one of over 100 career paths) to multi-day outdoor adventures learning a different topic each day (including things like STEM, nature study, civics, and more.)

  • While some activities include an option for overnight camping, Scouts and families can choose their participation based on interest and comfort in the outdoors.


Field Trips

‘Great Lake Adventures’ Field Trips prepare young people for life by teaching them leadership skills while giving educators a non-traditional classroom in which to bring lessons to life.

FAST FACTS:

  • Field Trips are tailored to the needs of the individual class, using time-tested curriculum that aligns with Ohio State Standards.

  • Field trip destination includes a sustainable Environmental Research Center, immersive nature study guided trails, history displays, and multi-use centers for customizable lessons.

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