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Student-Athlete Enrolls in Online School to Pursue Competitive Beach Volleyball

By Elizabeth Jones on April 4th, 2024

Florida is known for its sandy beaches and hot summer days. For student-athlete Isabelle R., those days aren’t limited to weekends and school holidays. She spends her time enjoying what the Sunshine State has to offer now that she’s enrolled in Florida Virtual School (FLVS).

Continue reading to learn how FLVS gives Isabelle the flexibility in her schedule to pursue competitive beach volleyball.

Pencil’d In: 5 Spring Student Activities to Add to Your Calendar

By Elizabeth Jones on March 19th, 2024

Spring Break marks the last few months of the school year—and, dare we say, the most exciting! From the Virtual 5K to graduation, spring is jam-packed with activities for Florida Virtual School (FLVS) students and parents alike.

Keep reading to find out more about upcoming student activities you won’t want to miss!

Pencil’d In: 5 Student Activities to Add to Your Calendar

By Elizabeth Jones on January 18th, 2024

2024 is here—and so is the second semester! It’s time to embrace everything Florida Virtual School (FLVS) has to offer. From student activities and events to new digital wallpapers and graduation merch – it’s your chance to make a fresh start.

Here are five student activities you’ll want to pencil in this semester:

4 Ways to Engage in Your Kid’s Education

By Elizabeth Jones on November 1st, 2023

As a little girl, I loved field trips. I sought out opportunities to travel and learn about the world around me. From visiting the local science center to seeing historic monuments on family road trips, there was always something new to discover. These moments with my family fostered a life-long love for learning through travel and exploration.

Now as a parent myself, I have the opportunity to foster a love for learning in my child like my parents did with me. We often find ourselves exploring beaches, aquariums, and petting zoos where my son learns all about Florida’s wildlife. Not only are these moments we’ll cherish for a lifetime, but that will also help him build real-life connections to the world.

Announcing the Florida Virtual School #MyVirtualSchoolSquad Contest Winners

By Elizabeth Jones on October 25th, 2023

Blue graphic with yellow and white text that reads: #MyVirtualSchoolSquad Contest Winners

When it comes to online learning, there’s a lot to consider. From the school option you choose to the courses your child takes. You may also be considering, “Will my child still have the opportunity to socialize and build relationships with peers?”

5 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 11^th 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.

Save Big on Back-to-School Shopping: Florida’s Tax-Free Holiday Guide

By Katie Hodgins on July 20th, 2023

As summer break starts to wind down, it’s time to “gear up” for an exciting two weeks that’ll make your back-to-school supply lists a little easier on your wallets. Mark your calendars for Florida’s Back-to-School Tax-Free Holiday from July 24 through August 6!

New Name, Same Commitment to Student Success: FLVS Global School is Now FlexPoint Virtual School

By Hailey Fitch on July 11th, 2023

Today, we’re excited to announce that FLVS Global School, our tuition-based online school for Kindergarten-12th grade students and families who live outside the state of Florida, is now FlexPoint Virtual School. As we embark on this new chapter, we’re thrilled to carry forward our commitment to serving students and families like yours with the same award-winning digital courses, certified teachers, and unparalleled support that you’ve counted on for the past 20 years.

Take Online Guitar Lessons for Free with Florida Virtual School

By Elizabeth Jones on March 29th, 2023

Whether you’re a Swiftie or not, you’ve probably heard of Taylor Swift. From her nine No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, to her viral 2023 ‘Eras Tour,’ the American singer-songwriter has taken the world by storm. Even so, you may be surprised to hear that she didn’t learn guitar until she was around 12 years old—and you can too!

Florida Virtual School (FLVS) offers two online guitar courses that allow students to explore a variety of music styles, develop fundamental guitar skills, and discover their inner musicians. And the best part—it’s free!

5 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!