The High School Assistance Program is a social program created through Law No. 14,818, of January 16, 2024 , which offers significant financial support to all low-income high school students. For more information, click the button below!
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How does receiving the "Pé de Meia" (a Brazilian slang term for a savings plan or similar benefit) work?
The Brazilian Federal Savings Bank (CAIXA Federal) is officially responsible for opening the account; therefore, the savings account where you will receive the monthly payments will be managed by CAIXA itself, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education.
To better understand the payment process, you can consult the official payment calendar. Below we provide more information about the payment procedures.
The main objective of the benefit is to encourage studies and the completion of high school. Many teenagers end up dropping out of school due to financial difficulties. The aid is intended to prevent these young people from exchanging school for informal work, allowing them to continue studying without having to face major financial problems along the way. The benefit also seeks to encourage registration for the ENEM (National High School Exam), and for this reason the program pays an additional amount to those who complete the registration.
- Who can participate in the "Pé de Meia" program?
The benefits of the "Pé-de-Meia" Program are directly aimed at the most needy students enrolled in high school (EM) in public school systems. In addition, it is necessary to meet some other requirements to be eligible for enrollment. Check the list of requirements for the aid program:
- To have a CPF (Brazilian Individual Taxpayer Registry number);
- Age between 14 and 24 years old, in addition to being regularly enrolled in high school
- Studying in public schools
- Participate in the mandatory exams;
- Being a student and having family members registered in the (CadÚnico) Single Registry for Social Programs of the Federal Government;
- Meet the requirement of 80% attendance at school;
- To complete the school year and pass;
- It is not necessary for the student to be registered in the CadÚnico (Single Registry for Social Programs), it is sufficient that the student is part of a family benefiting from the Program. Bolsa Família (Family Allowance) benefits will have priority in the order of preference for granting incentives.
It is important to emphasize that the Ministry of Education will publish, through an ordinance, the list of criteria and updates necessary to participate in this program.
Although digital CNH was launched in 2018, it was widely used after 2.020. Today it already provides several advantages for the lives of Brazilians. Through the '' Digital Traffic Card ”you will no longer have to carry traditional CNH in your pocket, as the purpose of this document is to reduce the weight you carry, and ensure the practicality of accessing all documents through a single device, yours cell phone! And the best part is that you can purchase this new version of the driver's license quickly and simply.
Another benefit that the Ministry of Cities pointed out is related to the Guidelines of Economics and Ecology, as the digital mode saves excess spending on new impressions, also reducing the amount of paper wasted. That is, in addition to the benefits granted to citizens, it also provides a significant step towards sustainability.
- When will the benefit application be available?
The app will be available starting in March 2024. In other words, it's now much easier to apply for the benefit and manage the receipt of funds. You can enjoy this money without leaving home; everything will be available through your app, which can be easily downloaded to your mobile phone. Check out the procedure and rules below to receive your payment!
The "Pé de Meia" benefit is provided by all Brazilian states. The fact that it's a federal initiative allows eligibility for all regions of Brazil. In other words, the amounts paid will be the same, regardless of whether you live in the Southeast, South, Northeast, North, or Midwest. This makes the program even more accessible and democratic.
Yes, beneficiaries who enroll in Enem will be entitled to receive even greater value as a form of benefit and incentive to seek better living conditions with higher education. It is of great importance that society becomes aware and encouraged to complete high school and start a college.
- How to apply for the benefit
Participating in the Pé-de-Meia program is simple and easy. If you are a high school student, or have a child enrolled in school, you can apply for the benefit without any difficulty. And the best part is that all you need is a CPF (Brazilian tax identification number) and to be enrolled in school by April of the respective year to start receiving the payments!
And if your family is enrolled in the Bolsa Família Program, it will be even simpler. Check the MEC (Ministry of Education) requirements and join the program that is helping thousands of students. CAIXA Federal will open a digital account to deposit the benefit during the eligible period. You can access the funds through the CAIXA Tem app.
For students under 18 years of age, the participation of a Legal Guardian will be required to authorize the movement of funds in the CAIXA Tem App, through the "Pé-de-Meia Program" and the option – "Allow access to a minor". The procedure can also be carried out directly at a CAIXA branch if you wish to have personal assistance.
See the step-by-step instructions to apply and check the amounts of the Pé de Meia benefit! Can you imagine the advantages of receiving a four-figure benefit throughout all your years of high school?
