Homeschool Evaluations • PEP Assessments
Benchmark & Diagnostic Testing • Progress Monitoring
By Terri Bechtold, Florida‑Certified Teacher
Clear, Stress‑Free Support for Florida Families
WELCOME —MEET TERRI
I’m Terri Bechtold, a Florida‑certified teacher with a BA in Elementary Education and an MA in Educational Leadership. I support Florida homeschool and PEP families statewide with annual homeschool evaluations, approved norm-referenced assessments, and optional academic check-ins and progress monitoring across all 67 Florida counties.
My goal is simple:
Make your year clearer, simpler, and less stressful, with responsive support and parent-friendly communication.
Approved Step Up For Students Provider
Member ID: 20327259
PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT FOR YOUR HOMESCHOOL AND PEP JOURNEY
Whether you’re completing an annual homeschool evaluation, meeting PEP assessment requirements, or looking for a clearer picture of your child’s progress, start by choosing the path that fits your family.
The goal is more than simply checking a box at the end of the year.
Starting early and checking progress along the way can help you better understand your child’s learning, recognize growth, and identify areas that may need attention.
Each service is designed to help you stay informed, see how your child is progressing, and move through the year with greater confidence.
START HERE: CHOOSE THE SERVICE YOU NEED
Florida Homeschool Portfolio Reviews (FS 1002.41)
Annual evaluations for families registered under FS 1002.41.
Upload‑only or Zoom options available.
Florida Homeschool Standardized Assessment (Alternative to Portfolio)
A nationally norm‑referenced assessment administered as an alternative to the portfolio review.
PEP Scholarship (Step Up for Students)
PEP students have an annual norm‑referenced assessment requirement.
Parent-supervised at-home or Zoom assessment options are available.
FES‑UA Scholarship (Step Up)
Optional evaluations, assessments, and documentation for FES-UA families.
No annual requirement. Choose what fits your child’s needs.
Academic Check-Ins & Progress Monitoring
Benchmark and diagnostic testing designed to help families understand current skill levels, identify strengths and areas that may need attention, and monitor learning progress throughout the year.
Options may include beginning-of-year benchmark testing, mid-year progress checks, end-of-year benchmark testing, reading diagnostics, math diagnostics, and ongoing progress monitoring.
Available to Florida Homeschool, PEP, and FES-UA families.
DORA, ADAM, Renaissance Star Reading, and Renaissance Star Math may be used for benchmark purposes and are included among Florida’s approved norm-referenced assessment options for the PEP annual assessment requirement.
NOT SURE WHAT YOU NEED?
Use this quick guide:
- Traditional Homeschool (FS 1002.41) → An annual educational evaluation is required. KT Infinity offers portfolio evaluations and standardized assessment options.
- PEP Scholarship (Step Up) → PEP students have an annual assessment requirement. Choose an annual assessment option that fits your student’s needs.
- FES‑UA Scholarship (Step Up) → Explore optional evaluation, assessment, and academic-support services based on your family’s needs.
- Still unsure? → Tell me what you’re trying to accomplish, and I’ll help you find the appropriate service.
How It Works
Homeschool evaluations and PEP assessments are simple, fully online, and designed to be stress-free. Benchmark assessments are available as an optional add‑on for families who want progress monitoring throughout the year.
1. Choose Your Service
Start with the service that fits your family’s needs: portfolio evaluation, homeschool assessment, PEP annual assessment, or optional academic check-ins and progress monitoring.
2. Complete the Service Request Form
Provide the information needed for the service you’ve selected.
3. Complete Payment & Receive Your Next Steps
Payment and service setup depend on the service and payment method selected. Visit Payment & Policies for Private Pay, PEP, and FES-UA payment information.
4. Complete Your Service
Depending on your selection, you’ll upload portfolio materials, complete an assessment, attend a Zoom session when applicable, or complete an academic check-in.
5. Receive Your Documentation
Applicable reports, evaluation letters, and other service documents are provided after your service is completed and all required information has been received.
EXPLORE, CHOOSE & GET STARTED
Use the navigation above to explore services, assessment options and costs, payment and policies, FAQs, and what to expect along the way.
Already know what you need? Choose the Service Request Form below that matches the service you’re requesting to get started.
Homeschool Portfolio Evaluation
For families choosing a portfolio evaluation for their annual homeschool evaluation.
Homeschool Standardized Assessment
For families choosing a standardized assessment for their annual homeschool evaluation.
PEP Annual Assessment
For PEP families requesting annual assessment services.
Academic Check-Ins & Progress Monitoring
For families seeking benchmark assessments, progress monitoring, or help choosing an academic check-in.
FES-UA Services
For FES-UA families exploring optional evaluations, assessments, academic check-ins, or progress monitoring.
Not sure which option fits?
Tell me a little about your student and what you’re hoping to accomplish.
I’ll help you identify the service or assessment option that best fits your needs.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Tell me what you’re hoping to understand or accomplish, and I’ll help you find the right starting point.
KT Infinity Homeschool Services provides educational information to help families understand available services and program requirements. Information is not legal advice. Program requirements, scholarship policies, eligible expenses, and assessment requirements may change. Families should consult the applicable official Florida or scholarship program resources for current requirements.
View Official Florida Resources & References