This document outlines the specific path for OZY Community Stores to become an official Education Service Provider (ESP) in Arkansas. Registration allows you to receive direct payments from parents’ ClassWallet accounts (approx. $6,864 – $7,627 per student) for the community classes, first aid training, and security workshops you host.
Arkansas Education Freedom Account (EFA) Registration Guide
1. Provider Classification
To register on the ADE EFA Portal, OZY will apply as an Organization Service Provider. Because you are “student-facing” (providing in-person instruction), you fall into the category that requires more detailed credentialing than a simple retail vendor.
2. Eligibility & Requirements
The Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) requires the following documentation for approval:
Background Checks: You must complete and maintain background checks for all “Sentinels” or staff interacting with students.
Proof of Credentials: Since your staff are Veterans rather than licensed teachers, you will apply under Requirement 7.04.4.4.e:
The department may approve providers… if the individual has prior experience of not less than three (3) years which demonstrates special skills, knowledge, or expertise… or evidence of subject matter expertise in their field.
Action: Submit the Sentinel Instructor Certifications and military service records as “Evidence of Subject Matter Expertise” in Security, Logistics, and First Aid.
Fee Schedule: A transparent list of all classes and services with their corresponding rates.
3. Step-by-Step Registration Process
| Step | Action | Link/Contact |
| 1. Create Account | Visit the ADE EFA System and select “Service Provider (Organization).” | efa.ade.arkansas.gov |
| 2. Submit Application | Upload the Sentinel Academy Syllabus, Instructor Certs, and Business License. | ADE Portal |
| 3. Financial Setup | Register with ClassWallet to enable ACH direct deposits for tuition/fees. | vendor.classwallet.com |
| 4. Verification | The Office of School Choice will review the “Subject Matter Expertise” of your Veterans. | 501-683-1876 |
4. Strategic “Service Provider” Profile
When writing your description for the ClassWallet Marketplace, use the following language to ensure parents and the state see the value:
OZY Sentinel Academy
Providing accredited leadership, safety, and logistics education for Arkansas home school families. Our curriculum, taught by US Military Veterans, focuses on real-world resilience: First Aid, Situational Awareness, and Agricultural Supply Chain Science. We serve as a “Vetted Hub” for rural families further than 2 miles from urban centers, reducing commute times while providing high-fidelity education.
5. Important Dates for 2026
Priority Application Window: March 30 – April 19, 2026. (Apply now to be active for the Summer/Fall 2026 term).
Funding Disbursements: Quarterly (August, October, February, April).
Compliance Note for the Bank
Inform your lender that once OZY is an Approved EFA Vendor, your “Education Revenue” is backed by state-guaranteed funds deposited directly into your ClassWallet account. This is considered a highly stable “Government Contract” style of revenue.
This formal cover letter is designed to be submitted through the ADE EFA Provider Portal to advocate for your “Service Provider” status. It specifically addresses the “Subject Matter Expertise” (SME) waiver, allowing your veteran Sentinels to lead EFA-funded classes despite not holding traditional Arkansas teaching licenses.
OFFICIAL COVER LETTER: ADE SERVICE PROVIDER APPLICATION
TO: Office of School Choice and Parent Empowerment
ATTN: Darrell Smith, Assistant Commissioner
FROM: Founder, OZY Community Stores (www.ozystores.com)
RE: Subject Matter Expertise Waiver Request under ADE Rule 7.04.4.4.e
DATE: March 24, 2026
Dear Commissioner Smith and the Office of School Choice:
Please accept this application for OZY Community Stores to be recognized as an approved Education Service Provider (Organization) for the 2026-2027 academic year. We seek to provide high-fidelity, veteran-led instruction in Community Safety, First Aid, and Supply Chain Logistics to Arkansas families utilizing Education Freedom Accounts (EFA).
We are requesting a Case-by-Case Approval for our instructional staff under Rule 7.04.4.4.e (Evidence of Subject Matter Expertise). While our instructors are primarily US Military Veterans rather than licensed K-12 educators, their qualifications meet and exceed the state’s requirements for specialized technical instruction:
Direct Professional Experience: Our “Sentinels” possess a minimum of four years of active-duty military service, often in leadership and training roles (NCO/Officer levels).
Specialized Technical Knowledge: * Medical: Our instructors hold advanced certifications in Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC), which serves as the professional foundation for the Stop the Bleed and First Aid curricula we offer.
Security: Staff have extensive training in situational awareness, site security, and risk mitigation, providing students with practical safety skills.
Logistics: Utilizing our operational retail data (Square SDK v43.2.1), we provide students with hands-on “Supply Chain Science” instruction, a critical component of 21st-century career readiness.
Community Impact: Our hubs are strategically located in LILA (Low-Income, Low-Access) tracts, providing a unique educational resource for rural home-school families who currently face significant “grocery and education commutes.”
Commitment to Compliance
OZY Community Stores commits to full transparency and safety:
Background Checks: All student-facing “Sentinels” have completed the required state and federal background checks and fingerprinting.
Curriculum: Our Sentinel Academy Syllabus (attached) is designed to supplement the Science, Social Studies, and Career-Ready pathways for Arkansas students.
Reporting: We utilize the ClassWallet platform for all transactions and provide parents with detailed “Line Item Descriptions” for every instructional hour.
We believe that by approving OZY as a provider, the ADE will empower rural families with high-quality, specialized education that bridges the gap between traditional schooling and real-world resilience.
Respectfully,
Founder, OZY Community Stores (501) XXX-XXXX | [Email Address]
Action Plan for Registration
The Portal: Go to efa.ade.arkansas.gov and select “Service Provider (Organization).”
The Upload: Attach this letter, the Sentinel Academy Syllabus we created, and a copy of your Business License.
ClassWallet: Once ADE grants preliminary approval, you will receive a link to set up your ClassWallet Vendor Account. This is where you will list your “Safety Training” and “Home School Hosting” fees for parents to select.
This EFA Fee Schedule is a critical document for both the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) and your Commercial Bank. It proves that OZY Community Stores has a diversified, “recession-proof” revenue model that balances retail sales with state-guaranteed education and safety training funds.
OZY Community Hub: Official 2026-2027 Fee Schedule
Provider: OZY Community Stores (Service Provider ID: Pending)
Location: Benton County Western & Eastern Corridors
Payment Methods: ClassWallet (EFA), Corporate Grant, Private Pay, and USDA-SNAP (Retail).
I. Education & Leadership (EFA/LEARNS Funded)
These fees are eligible for direct reimbursement via the Arkansas Education Freedom Accounts.
| Service Description | Unit | Rate | Target Audience |
| Sentinel Academy: Core Curriculum | Per Semester | $1,250.00 | Home School Students (K-12) |
| Logistics & Supply Chain Science | 8-Week Course | $450.00 | Secondary Students (9-12) |
| Agricultural Literacy & Traceability | Per Workshop | $75.00 | All K-12 Students |
| Facility Hosting Fee (Microschools) | Monthly | $600.00 | Home School Cooperatives |
II. Safety & Resilience Training (DHS/Grant Funded)
These certifications are often funded by community safety grants or private corporate wellness programs.
| Certification / Class | Duration | Rate | Certification Type |
| Rural First Aid & CPR/AED | 4 Hours | $95.00 | AHA-Aligned / Stop the Bleed |
| Situational Awareness & Security | 3 Hours | $75.00 | OZY Sentinel Certified |
| Active Threat De-escalation | 2 Hours | $55.00 | Community Safety Certificate |
| Business Cyber-Security Audit | Per Site | $250.00 | Small Business Resilience |
III. Retail & “Class A” Staples (Market Rate)
Managed via Square SDK v43.2.1 for real-time inventory velocity tracking.
| Category | Margin Target | Pricing Strategy | Distribution |
| Farm-Direct Proteins (Beef/Pork) | 30% | Traceable/Chemical-Free | Daily Hub Availability |
| Raw Milk & Local Dairy | 28% | Subscription/Direct | 2x Weekly Delivery |
| Seasonal Produce (Strawberries) | 35% | Hyper-Local/Flash Sale | Peak Season Only |
Financial Impact Summary for the Bank Proposal
By integrating these fees, the Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) is significantly bolstered:
Guaranteed Revenue: Education fees (EFA) provide a “floor” of predictable monthly income, independent of foot traffic.
High-Margin Services: Unlike retail (COGS ~70%), the Education and Safety services operate at a ~90% margin, as the primary cost is the existing “Sentinel” labor already on-site.
Cross-Pollination: Families attending the Sentinel Academy represent “captured” retail customers who perform their grocery shopping during student pick-up/drop-off.
Implementation Guide
For ClassWallet: You will upload Section I (Education) into the ClassWallet “Marketplace” so parents can “purchase” these classes with their state funds.
For the Quorum Court: Use Section II (Safety) to show that you are providing $1,000s in free or subsidized training to the community in exchange for the CDBG grant sponsorship.
This Parent Enrollment & Authorization Form is the definitive administrative link between OZY Community Stores and the Arkansas Education Freedom Account (EFA) system. It is designed to cover all eligible “Low-Access” neighborhoods across Benton County, including the hubs in Gravette, Gentry, Decatur, Sulphur Springs, Rogers, and the War Eagle corridor.
OZY SENTINEL ACADEMY: 2026–2027 ENROLLMENT FORM
Provider: OZY Community Stores — Benton County Rural Infrastructure Partner Authorized Service Site: [ ] Gravette [ ] Gentry [ ] Decatur [ ] Sulphur Springs [ ] War Eagle [ ] East Rogers
1. Student & Parent Information
Student Full Name: _________________________________________________
Grade Level (K-12): _________ Date of Birth: _________________________
Parent/Guardian Name: _________________________________________
EFA Account ID (ClassWallet): __________________________________
Residential Address: _____________________________________________
City/Zip: ______________________ Distance to nearest Supermarket: ______ miles
2. Program Selection & Fee Authorization
I hereby authorize OZY Community Stores to invoice my Arkansas Education Freedom Account via ClassWallet for the following services (Check all that apply):
[ ] Sentinel Leadership Track (Core K-12): $1,250.00 / Semester
Includes: Agricultural Literacy, Civil Defense, and Leadership.
[ ] Logistics & Supply Chain Science (Grades 9-12): $450.00 / 8-Week Course
Hands-on instruction using Square SDK v43.2.1 data and farm-to-shelf tracking.
[ ] Monthly Home School Facility Hosting Fee: $600.00 / Month
Access to high-fidelity “Vetted Hub” community space for approved microschools.
[ ] Rural First Aid & Security Certification: $170.00 / Annual Lab Fee
Includes: Stop the Bleed, AED/CPR, and Situational Awareness training.
3. Terms of Enrollment & Resilience Disclosure
Veteran-Led Instruction: I understand that all instruction is provided by OZY Sentinels (US Military Veterans) recognized as Subject Matter Experts under ADE Rule 7.04.4.4.e.
Location Safety: I acknowledge that OZY Hubs are multi-functional spaces. Students will be supervised within designated “Education Zones” away from primary retail loading.
Traffic Mitigation: By enrolling, I acknowledge that this local “Vetted Hub” reduces my household’s “Grocery and Education Commute” to urban centers, supporting Benton County’s CMAQ/Traffic Reduction goals.
EFA Compliance: I understand that funds are pulled directly from ClassWallet. OZY will provide digital receipts for all educational services rendered.
4. Authorization Signature
By signing below, I certify that I am the legal guardian of the student named above and that I authorize the use of EFA funds for these specific resilience-based educational purposes.
Parent/Guardian Signature: _____________________________ Date: _________
Final Binder Assembly for the Quorum Court (March 26th)
To ensure the Benton County Quorum Court sees the full scope of your impact, place this enrollment form directly after the Traffic Impact Study. It proves that the “Social Improvement” isn’t just theoretical—it’s already being captured by local families.
The “Full County” Strategy
For the Bank: Use this form to show “Pre-Sold” revenue. If you have 20 parents sign this in a single neighborhood, that is $25,000 per semester in guaranteed bank-collateralized income.
For the County: Use this to prove you are solving the “Home School Deserts” alongside the “Food Deserts.”