Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Osceola Virtual School is our district's virtual (online) school for grades K-12.  We provide online independent learning curriculum and instruction for school-aged students residing in Osceola County, Florida. We primarily serve students in public schools (including charter schools) and home education. We also are a vendor for PEP.

Students who are enrolled will not follow a traditional bell schedule.  Students will have the flexibility to access their lessons 24/7.  Students will need to be independent learners as the teachers are only available in a supporting role.  Students will still follow the school district calendar and pacing guide for the course that they select.

Our curriculum platform is powered by FLVS.

To qualify for full-time enrollment at OVS, students must meet the following criteria:

• Students K-12 who are in good standing to attend a district school
• State or district assessment scores at grade level or above
• Grade of C or above in all courses
• High school students, cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above
• High school students must be on track to graduate.
• Successfully promoted to the next grade
• Must be an Osceola County Resident 

Full-time students are in our public school program and receive all of their instruction (six courses) through our school. They typically do not participate in any classes at their home zoned school. Full-time high school students who meet eligibility requirements can participate in Dual Enrollment with Valencia and OTech.

Part-time students are registered and attending classes at a local, brick and mortar school and are taking 1-2 classes with OVS.  Virtual classes can be taken as part of the school day or outside the school day, and must be approved by the student’s school counselor.

Home Education Families may enroll throughout the academic school year. Students may take up to 6 classes at once and must be approved by the student’s parent/guardian.

PEP Scholarship Families may enroll throughout the academic school year and must complete the district contract for the scholarship funds. Students may take up to 6 classes at once and will be approved once funding is verified.

OVS enrolls Full-Time students twice per year, at the beginning of each semester (August, January).  Application and registration deadlines apply.  For specific information about those deadlines and process, you can visit our admissions page. 

Part-time students can enroll during the academic school year.  Students may take up to 2 courses and all courses are to be completed within the regular school calendar year. Check with your local school counselor for details. 

Home Education Families may register and complete courses during the regular school calendar year.  Course registrations are accepted through April 1^st in order for students to have time to complete an accelerated timeline by the end of May. Students may take up to 6 classes at once. Submit your letter of intent (found at the Home Education Department website) to the Home Education Department via email homeeducation@osceolaschools.net and CC Taylor Donovan (taylor.donovan@osceolaschools.net) our OVS counselor. Once you receive your letter confirming registration with Home Education, you may register and approve your child’s courses. Home Education families are responsible for course planning and progression.  The School District of Osceola County is not authorized to issue a diploma to home education students. 

PEP Scholarship Families may register and complete courses during the regular school calendar year.  Course registrations are accepted through April 1st in order for students to have time to complete an accelerated timeline by the end of May. Students may take up to 6 classes at once. Once you have submitted the district contract, selected your courses at OVS and reserved your funding, your courses will be reviewed and assigned. The School District of Osceola County is not authorized to issue a diploma to PEP students. 

Both programs utilize the same online curriculum and platform (FLVS). OVS classes are taught by Osceola County teachers and follow the district academic calendar. OVS teachers are available by phone and Zoom, and you may also reach out to our local school office in St. Cloud. OVS has Dual Enrollment opportunities for our full-time students with Valencia and oTECH.

Yes, all students will need access to a computer, the internet, and a printer.

The School District issues a laptop to every Osceola County student. If you are having trouble accessing a laptop, please contact your local school’s IT Department.

It is required that all full-time students use their school-issed laptop, as this is the laptop that will be used for testing. Full-time students are required to bring their school-issued laptop anytime they are asked to come to campus.

Internet is required. If you are a full-time student and do not have the internet, please call our office and speak to our full time counselor and technology specialist. 

Students may need access to a printer at home to be able to print when required.

We recommend that you use Google Chrome or Firefox. It is advised to regularly clear your cache and cookies.

You will need your Student’s Username/ Password to create your Parent/Guardian Account.

Create your Parent/Guardian Account: Click here to begin creating your Parent/Guardian Account