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Florida Virtual School Students Named 2026 Sunshine State Scholars for Excellence in STEM

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Students Named 2026 Sunshine State Scholars for Excellence in STEM

Florida Virtual School (FLVS) students Julia Rossini and Cade Respess have been named among Florida’s top science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) scholars for 2026. Connal Queen was selected as the alternate for the prestigious Sunshine State Scholars program.

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Artful Expressions: A Universe of Possibilities’ Showcases Student Creativity at Orlando Science Center

February 25, 2026

‘Artful Expressions: A Universe of Possibilities’ Showcases Student Creativity at Orlando Science Center

Presented by the Florida Virtual School (FLVS) Foundation, the 4th annual Artful Expressions student exhibition features original artwork by FLVS and Florida Scholars Academy (FSA) students.

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Florida Virtual School Graduation Rate Climbs to All‑Time High of 97%

January 23, 2026

Florida Virtual School Graduation Rate Climbs to All‑Time High of 97%

Florida Virtual High School (FVHS) achieved a 97% graduation rate for the 2024–25 academic year, the highest in the school’s history, according to a report from the Florida Department of Education. The rate increased by 0.4 percentage points from the previous year and by seven percentage points since 2021-22.

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The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Celebrates Major Accomplishments in 2025

January 8, 2026

The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Celebrates Major Accomplishments in 2025

Just a year after opening the Florida Scholars Academy (FSA), the state’s first unified education system for students in DJJ residential facilities, 226 students earned their high school diplomas.

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Mitchell Edelstein National Merit Scholar Finalist

March 9, 2026

Flex Student Named National Merit Scholarship Finalist

Palm Coast Observer

Flex senior Mitchell Spencer Edelstein has been named a National Merit Scholar Finalist, placing him among an elite group of approximately 15,000 students recognized nationwide for exceptional academic achievement. At just 15 years old, Edelstein has been dual-enrolled at Daytona State College since eighth grade. This May, he will graduate with both his high school diploma and an associate degree from Daytona State College

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FLVS Teachers Breaks World Record

February 26, 2026

FLVS Teacher Breaks World Record

Orange Observer

Florida Virtual School math teacher Ona Delussey and four teammates shattered a world record by completing 41 escape rooms in just 24 hours, earning their place in history for the most escape rooms conquered in a single day.

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Artful Expressions: A Universe of Possibilities Florida Virtual School

February 9, 2026

Orlando Science Center to Feature FLVS Student Artwork

Orlando Sentinel

“Mission: Astronaut,” the latest traveling exhibit at Orlando Science Center, will feature “Artful Expressions: A Universe of Possibilities,” showcasing student artwork from Florida Virtual School and Florida Scholars Academy. The art will remain on display through April 4.

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FLVS Speech and Debate Team Shines Statewide

March 6, 2026

FLVS Speech and Debate Team Shines Statewide

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Discover how the FLVS Speech and Debate team builds confidence, leadership, and academic success for online students through statewide competitions and enriching experiences.

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Artful Expressions: A Universe of Possibilities’ Showcases Student Creativity at Orlando Science Center

February 25, 2026

‘Artful Expressions: A Universe of Possibilities’ Showcases Student Creativity at Orlando Science Center

On March 1, the Orlando Science Center will shine a spotlight on young artists whose interpretations of Earth, space, and possibility take center stage during a community celebration of “Artful Expressions: A Universe of Possibilities.”

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How FLVS Helps Students Earn High‑Value CTE Certifications

February 23, 2026

How FLVS Helps Students Earn High‑Value CTE Certifications

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Discover how FLVS helps students earn valuable Career and Technical Education (CTE) certifications for high school students, opening doors to college credit, scholarships, and real‑world career opportunities during CTE Month.

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