Can I buy a C-Pen through the Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA)?
What is TEFA?
The Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) program provides eligible families with state-funded education funds that may be used for approved educational expenses. Depending on program guidelines and individual student needs, assistive technology and educational devices may qualify as eligible purchases.
Families of students with dyslexia, reading difficulties, ADHD, learning disabilities, or other educational needs may be able to use TEFA funds toward the purchase of a C-Pen Reader, an assistive technology tool designed to support independent reading and access to printed text.
Who May Be Eligible?
A child may be eligible for TEFA if they:
- Are a Texas resident.
- Are eligible to attend a Texas public school or pre-kindergarten program.
- Will be participating in an approved private school or homeschool educational setting through the TEFA program. TEFA Program
- Meet applicable program requirements established by the Texas Comptroller and provide all necessary documentation as part of the application process. Texas Comptroller: TEFA
- Printed text read aloud with natural-sounding text-to-speech
- Built-in dictionary access
- Supports pronunciation and vocabulary development
- Provides instant access to grade-level content
- Helps students work more independently on reading assignments
- Portable and easy to use at home, school, or tutoring sessions
- Especially beneficial for students with dyslexia, reading difficulties, ADHD, and other learning differences
Students with disabilities may receive priority consideration during the application process. Families may be asked to provide documentation such as an IEP, qualifying evaluation, or disability certification form as part of the application.
How can a C-Pen Reader help?
The C-Pen Reader by Scanning Pens is designed to support independent learning by providing features such as: