My Path to Becoming a Published Teen Writer
By Guest Blogger on November 7th, 2023
A National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) Experience
This blog was written by Joi T., 12th grade Florida Virtual School Flex student in Miami
“You can make anything by writing.” – C.S. Lewis
As I began my journey to become a teen author, I imagined new worlds, exciting adventures, and a story my peers could relate to. I loved seeing myself in the characters I read and watching how they could overcome any conflict that arose in their lives. However, I felt like I was not always represented by those characters. So, when I was invited to participate last year in National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) by my Florida Virtual School (FLVS) English teacher, I was ecstatic.
Continue readingDay in the Life of a Florida Virtual High School Student
By Guest Blogger on September 7th, 2023
This blog was written by D’Liyah L., 2022-23 ninth grade Vice President of the Florida Virtual High School Student Government
Hi everyone! My name is D’Liyah (more preferably Lee-Ah) L., and I am a current 10th grader at Florida Virtual High School. Last year, I served as the 2022-23 ninth grade Vice President of the Florida Virtual High School Student Government. I am also part of the AICE Cambridge program and the National Society of High School Scholars. Outside of school, I like to sing, write, and dance. In this blog, I’m going to take you through my typical day as a Florida Virtual High School online student.
Continue reading5 Steps to Make This School Year Your Best One Ever
By Guest Blogger on August 22nd, 2023
This blog was written by online student Jett James P., 2022-23 11th Grade President of the Florida Virtual High School Student Government.
The 2023-2024 Florida Virtual School year has finally arrived! It’s an exciting and pivotal moment for both new and returning online students, and by investing a little more time at the start of the school year, the rest of your semester can run nearly stress-free.
Continue reading3 Ways to Make Friends as a Florida Virtual School Student
By Guest Blogger on July 27th, 2023
This blog was written by Katelyn K., an FLVS Flex homeschool student.
Humans are social creatures, and while you might not want to admit it—everyone needs a friend. Whether you’re a new or returning FLVS Flex or FLVS Full Time student, you can make friends through Florida Virtual School (FLVS).
Continue reading5 Tips to Help Students Prepare for a Successful DBA
By Guest Blogger on March 8th, 2023
This post was written by Cecilia Mo’Neesha K., a FLVS Flex student.
Discussion-based assessments (DBAs) are something that many students may feel anxious about, including myself. Whether you feel unprepared or don’t understand the module, there are several reasons students may dread DBAs. As a 14-year-old in 11th grade, I find myself spending endless hours writing arguments, notes, watching help videos, and attending tutor sessions for a DBA, which is really a conversation that takes less than 10 minutes (LOL)! In this blog, I will go over five tips to help my fellow students prepare for a successful DBA. These tips will help with studying, taking notes, overcoming anxiety, and more!
Continue readingHow to Find and Keep Motivation (Tips from a Current Student)
By Guest Blogger on February 2nd, 2022
Why is motivation important? For one thing, motivation helps you be productive. Motivation will help you achieve your short or long-term goals. With all kinds of distractions like social media, it can be hard to stay on top of your task(s) and it is very easy to push priorities later.
Continue readingIn The Spotlight: FLVS Sports Stars
By Guest Blogger on January 21st, 2022
Have you ever wondered how many Florida Virtual School students partake in sports? There are hundreds of student-athletes at FLVS, but today I will feature four students who actively participate in sports. Continue reading this article to know all about these amazing FLVS sports stars!
Continue readingAn Online Student’s 5 Tips to Help You Reach Success
By Guest Blogger on January 5th, 2022
Being an online student is great, but there are unique challenges that may present themselves. Not to worry! Not only does Florida Virtual School have great resources, but this list will also help you be the best student you can be.
Continue readingDive into Environmental Science with FLVS and the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation
By Guest Blogger on October 21st, 2021
Teaching a generation that is so empowered, connected, empathetic, and driven to make a difference in the world, real-life examples to help them learn about conservation and sustainability are crucial. Luckily, the Florida Virtual School curriculum team and teachers are fully prepared to inspire students to make a long-lasting difference in our planet’s ecosystem.
Continue readingFLVS Girl Scout Raises Awareness for Diapers
By Guest Blogger on September 16th, 2021
Not your average teen, a recent Florida Virtual School (FLVS) student and Girl Scout set out to help babies in poverty in her local community of Naples. When she found out babies often don’t have clean diapers due to financial challenges, she researched the need, interviewed a local childcare center director, and created a video booklet to raise awareness about the problem. She wrote the booklet using the pseudonym “Cadette.”
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