Tips for Students

How to Reset and Recharge for the Spring Semester

By Amy Hall, Ph.d, LMHC on December 13th, 2022

The 2022-2023 school year has been eventful, filled with ups and downs. Many students and families are feeling overwhelmed, tired, and counting the days until winter break. The two-week break is the ideal time to practice relaxation, reflection, and rejuvenation.

While winter break is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the holidays, spend time with friends and family and soak in the joys of the season, it is also an opportune time to practice self-care and prepare your mind for the upcoming semester.

It’s a Marathon Not a Sprint: Counselor Tips to Finish the Semester Strong!

By Anne Flenner on November 9th, 2022

Have you ever thought about running a marathon? You can’t just run 26.2 miles tomorrow. You must plan, prepare, and practice to be up for such a challenge. It can take about 15-20 weeks to train and in the first week of training, you may be all in! However, around week ten, you may start to get tired as the excitement starts to wane and the hard work sets in.

This is how many Florida Virtual School (FLVS) students feel when they are working to complete a semester course. The excitement of the beginning of the school year has lessened, but the time for hard work continues. Here are some tried-and-true ways to push through the last mile of your course and finish strong!

Tips on How to Stay Organized This Year From a Florida Virtual School Student

By Juanita Olarte on September 20th, 2022

As the new school year approaches, emotions fluctuate within all students. Some may feel excited and ready to conquer a new academic season. Others may feel anxious and fearful for the next ten months of nonstop work ahead of them.

Negative emotions create a negative mindset, and therefore can impact student’s success negatively. A positive mindset comes from feelings of being prepared and organized. Although staying organized seems like a difficult task, at the end of the day it takes minimal effort and will help you put your best foot forward for this school year.

7 High School Survival Tips from Florida Virtual School Graduates

By Elizabeth Jones on August 2nd, 2022

We’re not going to lie—high school isn’t easy. But, luckily for you, the FLVS Class of 2022 left some tips to help you thrive in high school at Florida Virtual School.

4 Ways Parents and Students Can Prepare for Online Elementary School

By Sarah Hayner on July 21st, 2022

It may seem like you only need a computer and Wi-Fi for your child to be ready for online school, but there are some other key steps you can take to prepare for virtual learning.

As a Florida Virtual School elementary teacher, I understand that transitioning to online school may seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Plus, FLVS gives you the opportunity to design your kid’s learning environment according to their individual needs and style. To help set you and your child up for success before the next school year starts, I put together some of my top tips to get you excited, confident, and ready for online elementary school.

5 Ways to Finish the School Year Strong

By Florida Virtual School on May 11th, 2022

Spring has finally arrived. And while the weather is warmer, sometimes the motivation to focus on school starts to hibernate. With longer days and more time for sunshine, check out our tips for a spring refresh that’ll help you finish strong.

7 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.

5 Tips for FLVS Students (from a Current Student)

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.

5 Tips for Learning a Language Online

By Florida Virtual School on August 4th, 2021

Learning a new language online might seem like an intimidating task, but what if we told you, it is as easy as watching your favorite show? Or listening to new music? Our World Language teachers know exactly what it’s like to learn a new language—and have advice to turn the challenge of learning a new language into a way of connecting with the world around you.

FLVS Student & EngineerGirl Ambassador

By Florida Virtual School on June 30th, 2021

As we grow, we find ourselves fascinated with topics and hobbies that inspire us. When these fascinations turn into passions, we may ask ourselves, “Is this something I can do for the rest of my life as a career?” Sometimes we don’t truly realize that the sky is the limit! But with inspiration, support, and hard work, we can make our childhood dreams a reality.