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Military Student Completes Florida Driver Education Course from South Korea

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Military Family Student Completes Florida Driver Education Course from South Korea

Florida Virtual School Flex (individual courses) student Emily Charpentier, who currently lives in South Korea, recently completed the FLVS driver education course from abroad, preparing her to apply for a learner’s permit when she returns to the state this summer.

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June 26, 2026

Florida Scholars Academy wins People’s Choice Award in Statewide Welding Challenge

Florida Scholars Academy (FSA) won the People’s Choice Award in a statewide welding and fabrication competition marking America’s 250th Anniversary Statewide Welding and Fabrication Challenge, hosted by the Florida Department of Education.

FLVS Flex student, Reid Monge, stands with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, while holding his award for winning the America250FL essay contest.

June 25, 2026

Florida Virtual School Student Wins Statewide America250FL Essay Contest

Reid Monge, a homeschooled student who takes classes through Florida Virtual School (FLVS), earned first place in the America250FL middle school essay contest. The recognition comes as the United States prepares to mark its 250th

Florida Virtual School’s Sam Verghese discusses the role of education in a changing workforce during a statewide summit June 23 in Tampa.

June 24, 2026

FLVS Leader Highlights Impact of AI on Future of Workforce at Statewide Summit

FLVS Deputy Superintendent and Chief Operating Officer Sam Verghese joined state education and business leaders June 23 at the Florida Chamber Foundation’s Learners to Earners Workforce Solution Summit at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay.

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American qualifier Jordan Lee wins Wimbledon boys' singles title

July 12, 2026

American Qualifier Lee Wins Wimbledon Boys' Singles Title

Associated Press

FLVS student Jordan Lee is the first qualifier to win any Grand Slam boys’ tournament since Noah Rubin did it at Wimbledon in 2014. He became only the second qualifier to win the Wimbledon boys’ title after rallying to beat Cruz Hewitt 4-6, 6-4, 7-5.

FLVS Flex student, Preslee Greene, wins first place for the middle school essay contest for Law Day hosted by the Highlands County Bar Association.

May 4, 2026

FLVS Flex Student Wins First Place in Law Day Essay Contest

Highland News-Sun

FLVS Flex student Preslee Greene earned first place among middle school students in a Law Day essay contest, showcasing her strong writing and understanding of the legal theme. The event, hosted by the Highlands County Bar Association, took place in the Highlands County Board of County Commissioners chambers in Sebring.

May 3, 2026

FLVS Flex Student, 14, Graduates High School Early With 90+ College Offers

News 4 Jax

At just 14 years old, Jacksonville student Elin Facey is graduating high school after accelerating through her coursework with Florida Virtual School (FLVS) Flex classes and homeschooling. After receiving more than 90 college acceptance letters, she has decided to attend Faulkner University in Montgomery, Alabama.

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Florida Families Cite Flexibility, Teacher Support as Top Reasons for Choosing Online Learning

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Survey results from FLVS families highlight why online school is growing: flexibility, teacher support, and personalized learning are leading the way. A majority of respondents, nearly 95%, gave their experience a high rating.