Florida Virtual School has been meeting the diverse needs of students for over a decade. For the student who needs an extra class for graduation or a foreign language not offered at his or her school, or the home schooled student looking for tuition-free online courses, this school is an excellent choice.
A fully funded and accredited extension of the Florida public education system, Florida Virtual School is an established leader in developing and providing online classes to students throughout Florida and the country. FLVS has been awarded prestigious awards in recent years, here are just a few:
- The 2006 and 2007 First Place EDNET Impact Award
- The 2007 21st Century US Distance Learning Award
- The 2005 21st Century Best Practices Award
- The 2004 Excellence in Internet Technology Award
- In 2003 Business Week Magazine named Florida Virtual School as one of the WebSmart Top 50 organizations.
Online School Motto: "Any Time, Any Place, Any Path, Any Pace"
Florida Virtual School has paved the way by advocating for and receiving groundbreaking legislation that makes online learning possible and fundable. The Florida Legislature agreed to include FLVS in the state's per-pupil funding model based solely on successful class completions. Over 305 full time teachers and 160 adjunct teachers currently serve more than 50,000 students in sixty-seven Florida districts. States across the nation have also been able to acquire tuition-based instruction and training from FLVS due to its cutting edge accessibility and productivity.
How FLVS Got Its Start
The original 1997 grant-based project opened its virtual doors with seventy-seven enrollments. Eleven years later, in 2008, over 50,000 students are enrolled in a variety of web-based, technology-based and traditional courses. FLVS students are either home schooled or attend public or private schools. They are enrolled in Advanced Placement or standard on-level courses.
FLVS teachers communicate with students and parents on a regular basis by:
- phone
- online chats
- instant messaging
- discussion forum
Classes are open to students in K-12 all year long. Not only does FLVS allow students the opportunity to study at any time or place, it offers great communication between teachers and students. Tutoring is also available when needed.
Follow an American Home Schooling Family Around the World
The Cooneys' three sons will continue their education by using the FLVS online program wherever they go. Imagine the opportunities for cultural understanding, growth and discovery this family will be able to share. You can visit the FLVS website to keep up with the Cooneys as they begin their year-long adventure in the summer of 2008.
Extra-Curricular Clubs
As long as your child (in public, private or home school) is enrolled in one online class, he or she is eligible to join an extra curricular student club. These clubs offer the students additional projects to enrich their educational process. For example, the International Club sponsors special projects such as:
- The Armenia School Connectivity Program
- EPALS
- EF Global Citizen Award
- the opportunity to participate in international field trips.
Visit Florida Virtual School to peruse the latest opportunities for both students and teachers.
