Student Experience
Awarding Excellence: Club Awards Day 2023
By Katie Hodgins on April 26th, 2023
The annual Club Awards Day is a highlight of the Florida Virtual School (FLVS) school year because it recognizes the hard work, dedication, and achievements of more than 350 student leaders nominated by their FLVS club sponsors. The event demonstrates how camaraderie, friendships, and continued learning evolve outside the virtual classroom. With more than 60 student clubs and activities, FLVS offers students the opportunity to expand their knowledge and spend time with friends and classmates who share the same interests.
Continue readingFlorida Virtual School Student Elyanah Gibson Wins Black History Month Essay Contest
By Katie Hodgins on March 22nd, 2023
Elyanah Gibson’s father couldn’t contain his excitement when he called to tell her that she won the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida’s 2023 Black History Month Student Essay contest. As a Florida Virtual School (FLVS) Full Time freshman, it was Elyanah’s first time submitting her work as part of a contest.
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 Khan, 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 readingAfter a Spinal Cord Stroke, Florida Virtual School Student Draws Strength from Her Community and Family
By Hailey Fitch on March 2nd, 2023
In April 2020, when Florida Virtual School (FLVS) student Kendall Tongate was only 12 years old, she felt a sharp pain in her back. As the pain increased, she asked her mom, Misty, to look at her back. What she found was a huge bruise, which was odd because Kendall hadn’t done any activities that day that would have caused it. Then, a few minutes later, her feet started to tingle. At that point, Misty decided it was time to go to the emergency room, and by the time they got there 20 minutes later, Kendall couldn’t stand.
Continue readingStudy Highlights the Benefits of Online Learning for Hospital-Homebound Students
By April Fleetwood on June 14th, 2022
Hospital-homebound students face a variety of situations that can interfere with their educational and personal wellbeing. For example, frequent absenteeism from brick-and-mortar institutions results in missed opportunities as well as challenges with reentering school1. Online education may provide an opportunity for these students to move forward in their education2 and help them overcome or avoid educational and social barriers3.
Continue reading10 Reasons You’ll Definitely Want to Take a Class at Florida Virtual School
By Florida Virtual School on May 12th, 2022
If you asked us why we think you should take a class at Florida Virtual School—we could list 100 reasons. But today we’ll start with the top 10!
Continue readingFLVS Corkboard: Spring 2022 Highlights
By Florida Virtual School on April 27th, 2022
April showers bring May flowers… and a ton of activities and events at Florida Virtual School. Here’s what’s happening this spring and how you can join the fun!
Continue readingWhat’s Florida Virtual School Actually Like?
By Florida Virtual School on April 25th, 2022
So, what’s Florida Virtual School actually like? Thanks for asking. We’d love to tell you!
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 readingWith the Flexibility to Dream Big, FLVS Graduate Aims for Harvard Law
By Florida Virtual School on May 13th, 2021
In an early May afternoon in Cambridge, Massachusetts, you can feel the cool, spring breeze and an electric buzz in the air as Harvard students prepare for graduation. And on the weathered stone steps of Harvard Law School, you can trace the invisible footsteps of some of the country’s most prominent figures—including past and present senators, business leaders, and even Presidents. It’s a place that might feel heavy with expectation. Or full of promise. And it’s exactly where FLVS student Abigail Muller plans to make history.
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