Florida Virtual High School

Location of virtual school:

Florida Virtual High School is based in Florida but it does accept students from all around the world who wish to have an online high school education.

History of this Florida online school

Founded in 1997 as a grant-based project between two Florida school districts, FLVS began with just 77 students. In 2005-2006, Florida Virtual School delivered more than 68,000 individual course enrollments to approximately 31,000 students across Florida.

On this distance learning online website, it states "Our commitment is to deliver a high quality, technology based education that provides the skills and knowledge students need for success in the 21st century"

Does this online school offer full diplomas?

No - Florida Virtual High School is not a diploma granting institution.However, this virtual school can provide transcripts of all courses to a students local district schools or home school organization who, depending on their policies, may issue the diploma. Florida online schools work in partnership with their local district schools.

What Accreditation does this online high school have?

All of their courses are fully on-line, and accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA).

Their courses meet the Sunshine Standards developed by the State of Florida. This makes sure Florida online schools follow State regulations.

How many students does this online school currently teach?

In 2005-2006, Florida Virtual School delivered 68,000+ individual course enrollments, serving approximately 31,000 students in Florida alone.

In 2007-2008, Florida Virtual School served more than 100,000 student enrollments.

In addition, Florida Virtual Global Services serves individual students, schools, districts, and states, in more than 30 states across the nation.

Cost per year to attend

Florida Virtual high school is a public school providing middle and high school curriculum to Florida residents for FREE.

If you are not resident in Florida:

The fees are is $375 for each semester (.5 credit). International students pay an additional $25 fee, making the total $400 per .5 credit. AP courses are also an extra $25.00.

Their tuition rates are an exceptional value for one-on-one instruction with a subject-certified teacher. A full curriculum with this online high school program is still under $5,000.

How easy is it to navigate the online school's website?

The site was clear and easy to use and full of really interesting and fascinating facts about the schools and how to enroll. I especially liked the easy to use FAQ section, which helped answer many of my questions.

Other useful information about this virtual school

Winner of many prestigious national and international awards, Florida Virtual School provides a thorough academic program that passes strictly observed external reviews by states across the the United States.

Florida Virtual Global Services also is responsible for training teachers, administrators, school districts, and states to deliver a sound, accountable, and successful online learning experience.

Global School students can take part in any of eleven online clubs, including Spanish and English honour societies, International Club, Future Business Leaders of America, Science Club, Newspaper Club, and more.

Website address for this school

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