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Dr. Algaze

March 14, 2022

The Pandemic has led to a Re-Evaluation of Alternative Forms of Florida Education

Florida Trend

“The pandemic has shown that there’s a right way to do online education and emphasized what educators already know — that no student learns the same way, and we need to continue to adapt and evolve to address those needs,” said Dr. Louis Algaze, President and CEO of Florida Virtual School and FlexPoint. “With more than 20 years of experience teaching students online, I am very much looking forward to our team of educators providing even more parents, students, teachers, administrators, schools and beyond with the tools and resources they need to drive student success.”

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August 13, 2021

More Students Enrolled in Florida Virtual School This Year, Spokesperson Says

WPBF 25 News

The number of students enrolled in the Florida Virtual School program has surpassed the total amount during the 2020-21 academic year, and officials expect the number to rise ahead of its first day of school.

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The Power of Remote Community

July 13, 2021

The Power of Remote Community: How Florida Virtual School Served as a Resource for the Nation

ELearning Inside

As we close the first full school year that many students attended virtually, reflecting on the successes and challenges learners and educators faced during the pandemic is essential to strengthen the education industry as cultural norms around the world continue to shift.

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Young Female Student With Laptop

May 3, 2021

Florida Virtual School Opens Enrollment for Summer and Fall 2021

ABC Action News - WFTS.com

With the end of the school year approaching and some local districts doing away with the distance learning options born out of the COVID-19 pandemic, parents are facing tough decisions.

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April 13, 2021

Don't want your kid back in the classroom next year? Here are some virtual school options

Sun Sentinel

Raise your hand if you want your children who are learning at home to return for on-campus learning next year. That’s what I thought.

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The New York Times

April 11, 2021

Online Schools Are Here to Stay, Even After the Pandemic

The New York Times

Rory Levin, a sixth grader in Bloomington, Minn., used to hate going to school. He has a health condition that often makes him feel apprehensive around other students.

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Boy with laptop

February 23, 2021

Statewide virtual schools keep students with disabilities connected

District Administration

Statewide virtual schools may be an option for students with disabilities to access and benefit from their educational program even after schools reopen nationwide.

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Two students using sign language

February 11, 2021

New Florida Virtual School Board Member Brings Special Education Experience to Role

RedefinED

Linda Reiter has spent more than three decades teaching thousands of students. Though the names, faces and teaching methods change, her motivation has remained the same.

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Kids can change the world

January 28, 2021

Kids can change the world through schools that support creativity | Commentary

Orlando Sentinel

One of my biggest goals in life is to tell kids that no matter who they are, they have the ability to start a movement that can change the world. Don’t let anyone tell you that we can’t, because it’s already happening!

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Eden Mejia

December 24, 2020

Florida’s first lady recognizes Orlando first grader in Hispanic art contest

Orlando Sentinel

Like any typical 6-year-old, Eden Mejía enjoys drawing and coloring. One of her paintings earned her a bright spot among Florida Hispanic Heritage Month art contest winners. The Orlando first-grader was recognized by First Lady Casey DeSantis as the first-grade winner for a drawing titled “Notable Hispanic Americans in Florida”.

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8 lessons from the toughest school year ever

December 2, 2020

‘Every day is a challenge’: 8 lessons from the toughest school year ever

Politico

There’s no blueprint for how or whether to open schools during a pandemic, leaving districts across the country to draw up their own. What has emerged is a patchwork of strategies that reveals lessons about what works — and what doesn’t.

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Sam Verghese

November 17, 2020

40 Under 40: Sam Verghese leads virtual schooling efforts for millions of students during pandemic

Orlando Business Journal

Sam Verghese, the COO of Orlando-based Florida Virtual School is responsible for creating, innovating and challenging his organization to be the best.

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