No.
According to statute, PEP students still have access to free dual enrollment, the same as typical home education students.
We knew this was the case, but it was just confirmed today (August 15, 2023) on a call Brenda was on, and Step Up has updated the PEP Frequently Asked Questions on their site to reflect this information, as well.
If you have a college telling you that PEP students are not eligible for Dual Enrollment, Brenda recommends contacting the School Choice Office (Cathy Russell). You can find that contact info here: https://www.fldoe.org/schools/school-choice/contact-us/
Does the PEP scholarship affect potential NCAA eligibility for college sports?
It would be very helpful if that state produced an official directive with an updated suggested articulation agreement for the state colleges as we are finding they are not aware of this program or how to deal with their students.