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American Sign Language Day Fosters Connection Among Online Students and Teachers
By Katie Hodgins on April 15th, 2024
Every year, on April 15, the world comes together to celebrate American Sign Language (ASL) Day, commemorating the rich culture and linguistic diversity of the Deaf community. To celebrate at Florida Virtual School (FLVS), we’re spotlighting two incredible individuals who share a love of ASL – 11th-grade FLVS Flex student and ASL Honor Society club member Angelina A., and ASL Honor Society club sponsor Mrs. Vera Gilmore.
Continue readingAdvance to American Sign Language 2 Online with FLVS
By Florida Virtual School on April 9th, 2021
Students can now enroll in American Sign Language (ASL) 2 with Florida Virtual School (FLVS)!
Last year FLVS announced the highly anticipated American Sign Language 1 course as its newest addition to the selection of World Language courses for high school students. The success of ASL 1 sparked countless requests for American Sign Language 2 from FLVS students and parents. We are pleased to announce that students can continue their ASL journey in American Sign Language 2!
Continue readingCreating Online Courses is a Team Effort
By Florida Virtual School on September 11th, 2020
Florida Virtual School (FLVS) is dedicated to the academic success of students. Our goal is to support students with a complete online learning experience, whether they are taking one course or a full course load with us. Each course is hand-crafted to meet academic standards and student needs with the goal of maximizing success.
Continue readingNew Courses Offered by Florida Virtual School
By Florida Virtual School on July 31st, 2020
Florida Virtual School (FLVS) develops an average of nine new courses every year. Each course is carefully designed and developed by the FLVS Curriculum Development Team to ensure student success. This year, we’re excited to announce five new additions to our high school course options!
Continue readingLearn American Sign Language Online with ASL 1
By Guest Blogger on May 23rd, 2019
FLVS is now enrolling students in American Sign Language 1 and 2!
Used by parents, professionals, athletes, public speakers, and others in various industries, American Sign Language (ASL) is one of the most popular language classes in colleges and universities. Learning ASL offers several benefits and marketable skills – from making you a better communicator to improving abstract thinking and hand/eye coordination.
As a full-credit elective, the course also counts as a world language credit for high school students. Explore cool features found in our new American Sign Language course below! Continue reading