FLVS Foundation

08/06/2026

Recently, the FLVS Foundation received this heartfelt note from the family of a Laptop for Learners recipient:

"Endless thank you's Ms. Brunner for your understanding and compassion toward our cause of trying to keep our son's education in reach by providing another laptop from your Foundation. As mentioned earlier, he has mental and behavioral challenges that keep him out of traditional brick-and-mortar schools. Homeschool is now his only option remaining... Every bit of help fills a big gap. Thank you."
— FLVS Parent

For many families, a laptop is more than just a device—it's access to education, stability, opportunity, and hope. Through the Laptop for Learners program, the FLVS Foundation helps remove technology barriers so students can continue learning in an environment that meets their unique needs.

Stories like this remind us that your generosity has a real and lasting impact on students and families across Florida.

If you would like to support the Laptop for Learners program or other initiatives that help FLVS students thrive, please consider making a gift today:
https://www.flvsfoundation.org/donate

07/31/2026

There's nothing more inspiring than hearing directly from the students whose lives are impacted by your support. 💙

Meet Zoey Carrie Bradshaw, a 5th grade FLVS student, as she shares her firsthand experience attending the STARBASE STEM Camp at Patrick Space Force Base, made possible through the support of the FLVS Foundation. From exploring STEM through hands-on activities to discovering exciting career possibilities, Zoey's story is a wonderful reminder of the lasting impact these experiences can have.

A special thank you to our generous donors and partners—including the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations through its Matching Grant Program—for helping make opportunities like this possible. Your support is inspiring the next generation of innovators, explorers, and leaders.
🎥 Watch Zoey's story and see the impact of your generosity in action!

07/22/2026

07/17/2026

🚀 Building Future Innovators, One STEM Experience at a Time!

This summer, 22 FLVS students immersed themselves in a week of hands-on STEM learning at DoD STARBASE Orlando, exploring drones, CAD design, cybersecurity, Arduino programming, and space technology.

The results speak for themselves!

📈 Students increased their average assessment score from 6.27 to 8.50 out of 10, with remarkable gains in key concepts like CAD (+91 percentage points), Arduino hardware (+68), and cyber threats (+45).

Students also reported increased confidence in science, mathematics, and technology while gaining a deeper understanding of STEM careers.

These experiences are made possible through the support of our generous donors and partners, and the Consortium of a Florida Education Foundation Matching Grant program, who help remove barriers and inspire the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders.

Thank you for investing in Florida's future! 💙

06/25/2026

Yesterday, the FLVS Foundation Board came together for a productive and inspiring board meeting hosted at Lockheed Martin.

During our visit, we had the incredible opportunity to see four FLVS student interns—part of a Foundation-supported program—in action, gaining hands-on experience and building real-world skills. The day also included a behind-the-scenes tour of the facility, offering a firsthand look at innovation in motion.

Thank you to all who attended and to board member Monet Nathaniel for hosting us at the facility. We’re proud to support programs that open doors for students and connect learning to future careers!

Florida Virtual School - FLVS
National Center for Simulation

06/17/2026

We kicked off Summer STEM Camp last week at STARBASE with an incredible group of 17 7th and 8th grade students! 🚀
Throughout the week, students engaged in hands-on learning, explored STEM concepts, and built skills that will inspire their future pathways.
A huge thank you to STARBASE and the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations for supporting this impactful program. Special thanks to Lindsay Spalding for hosting, and to all of our amazing teacher volunteers and facilitators who made this week a success!
Summer STEM Camp continues next week with 4th and 5th grade students at two locations—STARBASE and Patrick Space Force Base—and we can’t wait to see even more young learners in action!


National Center for Simulation
Florida Virtual School - FLVS

06/02/2026

🎓✨ Celebrating the future!

The Florida Virtual School (FLVS) Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 student scholarship awards—honoring graduating seniors for their resilience, determination, academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to continuing their education.

Each recipient has demonstrated incredible perseverance and a passion for building a meaningful future.

Through the Foundation’s scholarship program, each student receives a $1,000 award to support their next steps in higher education.

👏 Congratulations to our 2026 scholarship recipients:
Janelle Hickey
Fatima Khan
Anna Melnychuk
Talitha Roper

The FLVS Foundation remains committed to empowering students through impactful programs, including STEM camps, internships, teacher grants, art showcases, and technology access initiatives.

Florida Virtual School - FLVS


https://www.flvsfoundation.org/news/item/blog/2026/05/26/flvs-foundation-announces-2026-scholarship-recipients

05/14/2026

The FLVS Foundation was proud to support this year’s Teacher Appreciation Breakfasts, creating meaningful opportunities for our incredible educators to connect, celebrate, and feel valued 💙

🍎 Alina Dean, Drivers Ed Instructor: “The Teacher Appreciation Breakfast was a truly pleasant experience, and I loved having the chance to connect and share meaningful moments with other teachers in such a welcoming atmosphere. It was a thoughtful event that made us feel genuinely valued.”

💻 Shannah Cancel, Technology Instructor: “I always love to attend the county meet ups whenever possible, especially teacher appreciation week. It is a chance to interact with colleagues face-to-face who live right in the same community, possibly different departments and different subjects. These events really help to build community in an online enrollment environment.”

🎓 Jason Schultz, Senior Director of Instruction: “We have such an incredible team of teachers at FLVS and we are so appreciative of all their efforts to help our students be successful! During teacher appreciation week we have a series of activities and messages to make the week special, but in my opinion the regional teacher breakfasts on Friday are the best part of the week. Being virtual, we don’t get many opportunities to see our teachers and staff face to face, so taking the time to meet together in person to express our gratitude is so important, and we are so thankful for the Foundation’s support of these events.”

We’re honored to help bring educators together and support moments that strengthen connection and community across FLVS.

05/11/2026

We’re inviting FLVS students, families, and team members to share their feedback in a short survey to help us grow our programs, strengthen partnerships, and expand our impact.
Your input will help guide our 2026–29 Strategic Business Plan and ensure we continue serving FLVS students and educators effectively.

Please complete the survey before May 18.

Survey link: https://flvs.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9Hv9bnQ1Epv1oc6

Florida Virtual School - FLVS

05/11/2026

FLVS Foundation is excited to share a power story that captures the impact of student voice and the strength of our village, following our “Artful Expressions: A Universe of Possibilities” showcase from the Orlando Science Center to a global stage at the iconic Piccadilly Lights in London and beyond. With the support of partners and leaders like Astronaut Nicole Stott, our students’ creativity is reaching across the ocean and even into space, reminding us what’s possible when we invest in their voices and give them platforms to shine.

We’re also incredibly grateful to the organizations helping make this possible and continuing to champion student voices on a global scale:

Ocean Culture life

A-Blok Interactive Experiences

Orlando Science Center

Take a moment to read and celebrate this incredible journey with us:

🔗 https://www.flvsfoundation.org/news/item/blog/2026/05/08/from-our-village-to-the-world-and-beyond