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

February 26, 2026

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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December 18, 2025

Florida Virtual School Marks Milestone Year with Top Rankings and New Programs

Florida Virtual School set new benchmarks in online education in 2025, earning statewide recognition for academic excellence, staff leadership, and groundbreaking innovations that continue to shape the future of virtual learning. From record graduation rates to groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) learning programs, FLVS continues to redefine what’s possible in online education.

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Florida Virtual School Educator Named First Female Commander of Marianna VFW Post

December 5, 2025

Florida Virtual School Educator Named First Female Commander of Marianna VFW Post

FLVS congratulates Jenel D’Alessandro, a science instructor for Florida Virtual Middle School, on becoming the first female commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 12046 in Marianna, Florida.

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December 2, 2025

New Survey Finds 86% of U.S. Families Plan to Continue Homeschooling

Survey findings revealed that homeschooling remains a top choice for 86% of families across the U.S., with 49% of parents planning to continue indefinitely, and 37% planning to homeschool for the foreseeable future, but may reassess as circumstances change.

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November 11, 2025

FLVS Named Purple Star School of Distinction for Outstanding Support of Military Families

Florida Virtual Full Time Public Schools (FLVS Full Time) has been named a Purple Star School of Distinction in recognition of its strong commitment to supporting military-connected students and their families.

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Enrollment Now Open for Second Semester at Florida Virtual Full Time Public Schools

November 4, 2025

Enrollment Now Open for Second Semester

Enrollment is now open for the second semester at Florida Virtual Full Time Public Schools (FLVS Full Time). Florida families with students in grades Kindergarten through 12 can apply between Nov. 3-19. Due to the limited enrollment window, early applications are strongly encouraged.

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FLVS President and CEO Dr. Louis Algaze Named to Florida Trend 500 List of Influential Business Leaders

October 22, 2025

President and CEO Named Top Leader in State

FLVS and FlexPoint CEO Dr. Louis Algaze named to Florida Trend 500, honoring Florida’s top leaders driving innovation, impact, and business growth.

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Florida Scholars Academy Team Members of the Year

September 29, 2025

Florida Scholars Academy Names Outstanding Teacher, Principal, and Staff Member

Florida Scholars Academy, the unified school district serving students in Florida Department of Juvenile Justice residential programs and operated by Florida Virtual School, has named its 2027 Teacher, Principal, and School‑Related Employee of the Year.

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Florida Virtual School 2027 Teacher of the Year and 2026 Principal, Assistant Principal, and School-Related Employee of the Year

September 26, 2025

FLVS Names Outstanding Team Members of the Year

In its annual recognition of outstanding staff, Florida Virtual School has named its 2027 Teacher of the Year and 2026 Principal, Assistant Principal, and School‑Related Employee of the Year. This year’s honorees are: Teacher of the Year: Michaele Ann Elliott Principal of the Year: Suzanna Pacheco Assistant Principal of the Year: Kaleigh McCoy School-Related Employee of the Year: Michael Jata

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