Did you see? FLVS Celebrates its 25th Anniversary!

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Florida Virtual School Celebrates 25 Years! Florida Virtual School (FLVS) was founded in 1997 as the first statewide, Internet-based public high school in the United States. It started out, 25 years ago, as a state-funded pilot program in two Florida school districts with 77 students and five course offerings. FLVS was soon recognized as its own school district in 2000 and now serves K-12 students in multiple ways: as a Florida school district, as a virtual course provider for other Florida districts and as a content provider nationwide for both in-person and virtual instruction through its FlexPoint program. FLVS has gained accreditation from respected regional accrediting agencies, including the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), a division of Cognia. Its core courses are also approved by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA ). To learn more about FLVS’s history, its successes, challenges and vision moving forward, ExcelinEd spoke with John Winn, who formerly held roles as an education policy advisor to Governor Jeb Bush and Commissioner of Education in Florida, and, ExcelinEd interview with Dr. Louis Algaze, President and CEO of FLVS. READ JOHN WINN’S INTERVIEW READ DR. LOUIS ALGAZE’S INTERVIEW

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Back-to-School Checklist – How Ready Are You?

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Catch up on our latest blog updates!  We’re only a few weeks away from the start of school – can you believe it?! While you may be thinking, “I have plenty more time to relax by the pool,” we recommend preparing now for your first day back. Trust us, procrastination is not your friend and the sooner you prepare, the less stress you’ll have. Read More 4 Ways Parents and Students Can Prepare for Online Elementary School 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. Read More Take This Quiz to Find Out Which FLVS Online Learning Option is Right for You Read More #Classof2022 Graduate Finds Hope Through Connection Read More Study Highlights the Benefits of Online Learning for Hospital-Homebound Students Read More 9 New Classes You Didn’t Know You Could Take at Florida Virtual School Read More Know someone who would like to receive these updates? Forward this email and tell them to subscribe! Visit Our Blog

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Last Chance to Apply for FLVS Full Time!

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Last Chance to Apply for FLVS Full Time! Hello Michael, Florida Virtual School (FLVS) Full Time enrollment closes tomorrow, July 15 at 5pm. Submit your application now to be considered for the 2022-23 school year. The first day of school is August 15! APPLY NOW ​​​​​​ If there’s anything we can do to assist, please get in touch with us and we’ll be happy to help!

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Classes Their Way, No Classroom Required

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Hey Michael, Have you ever considered enrolling your child in online classes? At Florida Virtual School, they can follow their passions, no classroom required! With FLVS, your child can take the courses they need, discover their passion with electives, gain real-life skills, and get ahead with accelerated courses. Plus, your child will receive one-on-one support from Florida-certified teachers who provide personalized instruction. Explore all that Florida Virtual School has to offer! LEARN MORE 190+ Courses With the flexibility to work from the comfort of your home or anywhere life takes you. Browse the course catalog. 1-on-1 Support From Florida-certified teachers and school counselors who are here to support your goals. 60+ Student Clubs Get social, find inspiration, and join the fun with Book Clubs, Video Gaming Clubs and everything in between. Classes Their Way Learning goes way beyond the classroom at Florida Virtual School! Explore all of our course options to find the best fit for your child. EXPLORE CLASSES

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9 New Classes You Didn’t Know You Could Take at Florida Virtual School

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Catch up on our latest blog updates!  Want to help shape the next generation of learners? Interested in bringing your art to life via new technologies? Or what about learning a new language to communicate better when you travel? Your dreams may seem far away, but you can close the distance with nine new courses at Florida Virtual School. We’ve got you today, so you can conquer tomorrow. Trust us, your future self will thank you. Read More Study Highlights the Benefits of Online Learning for Hospital-Homebound Students 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 school. Online education may provide an opportunity for these students to move forward in their education and help them overcome or avoid educational and social barriers. Read More Meet #Classof2022 Senior Class President, Gianna Suarez Read More Finding the Right Fit For Our Family with FLVS Read More #Classof2022: It’s Our Time to Shine Read More Quiz: We’ll Tell You Which Courses Best Match Your Interests! Read More Know someone who would like to receive these updates? Forward this email and tell them to subscribe! Visit Our Blog

About FLVS      Grade Levels      Courses      Student Resources      Educator Resources Copyright © 2022, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Florida Virtual School 2145 Metrocenter Blvd Suite 100 Orlando, FL 32835