About Florida Virtual School
Florida Virtual School (FLVS) has been leading the way in Kindergarten-12 online education for 25 years. FLVS provides a robust, award-winning curriculum to public, private, charter, and homeschool families and school districts nationwide. Learn more at flvs.net.
7 Classes You Didn’t Know You Could Take at FLVS (CTE Month Edition)
By Florida Virtual School on February 11th, 2022
Life is full of choices. Some are small. Like finding something new to binge or settling in to re-watch your favorite TV show. Some are big. Like deciding what your future looks like. Or what your career path will be. No pressure, right?
Continue readingThe Choice Is Yours: Celebrating School Choice in 2022
By Florida Virtual School on January 24th, 2022
Our favorite part of Florida Virtual School? Amazing students and families like you! In honor of National School Choice Week 2022, we asked you to tell us what you like most about FLVS and you did not disappoint! From flexibility and freedom to creating connections with teachers and your peers—here’s what you enjoy most about FLVS.
Continue reading7 Tips from FLVS Students for Taking Better Notes
By Florida Virtual School on January 14th, 2022
It feels like the first day of school was just yesterday, but here we are, starting the second half of the school year! With exams, graduation, and summer break just around the corner, it’s time to study smarter, not harder.
Continue readingStart Fresh with Health & Wellness Courses or Clubs
By Florida Virtual School on January 3rd, 2022
New Year’s resolutions can be easy to make and even easier to break, but having goals for the new year—especially health and wellness ones—can help you start fresh. Florida Virtual School (FLVS) has courses and clubs to help you connect with friends, learn new strategies for taking care of your mind and body, and achieve success in 2022!
Continue readingInspiring the Next Generation: 2021-22 Team Members of the Year
By Florida Virtual School on December 13th, 2021
It takes a village. Especially when you’re serving thousands of students across Florida, and the country, virtually and amid a global pandemic. But every day, our exceptional teachers and support staff commit to putting students first and inspiring them to believe the sky’s the limit. That is why we are thrilled to recognize and honor their accomplishments with our annual awards.
Read on to see how this year’s honorees are revolutionizing online learning, making a difference, and inspiring the next generation of learners.
Continue reading7 Classes You Didn’t Know Your Child Could Take at Florida Virtual School
By Florida Virtual School on December 11th, 2021
It may seem like it’s far off, but before you know it, your child will be in high school, preparing for their future. No matter what their interests are – whether it’s art, coding, or teaching – making sure they have real-world learning opportunities is critical for their success.
Continue readingProgram Your Future with Coding Courses & Clubs
By Florida Virtual School on December 6th, 2021
We live in a world surrounded by technology. But have you ever wondered how that technology actually works? Curious about the magic of technology? Want to build a future in tech as a startup founder or cybersecurity expert? Florida Virtual School (FLVS) can help you get started.
Continue readingWhat Will You Create? Join FLVS for Hour of Code
By Florida Virtual School on November 30th, 2021
You’ve probably spent hours playing video games, learning new dances from social media, or staying in touch with friends and families thanks to video chat. Often all in the same day or on the same device. But have you ever wondered how those games or apps are created? Or who created them and how they work?
Continue reading‘Tis the Season: How FLVS Students Give Back
By Florida Virtual School on November 29th, 2021
‘Tis the season for giving back—and FLVS Full Time National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) understood the assignment! In honor of International Volunteers Day on December 5, we’re proud to highlight FLVS students helping their local communities.
Continue readingComparing AP and Dual Enrollment
By Florida Virtual School on November 23rd, 2021
What are AP and Dual Enrollment Classes?
Advanced Placement (AP) courses are classes high schoolers have the option to take to get not only high school, but college credit. These courses tend to have a larger workload and follow the College Board’s standards to prepare you for the end-of-course AP exam. The AP exam determines whether or not you get college credit for the course. These courses often have strict schedules. However, by taking the course with FLVS you get the same course with added flexibility to make the experience all that much better.
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