Hurricane Helene Update
Update: FLVS to close due to Hurricane Helene
Updated Sept. 24, 2024, at 1:45 p.m.
Florida Virtual School will be closed Thursday, Sept. 26 and Friday, Sept 27.
Hurricane Helene is projected to make landfall along the Gulf Coast Thursday. FLVS will continue to monitor the storm closely as the safety of students, families, and staff is a top priority.
As the storm approaches, please do whatever is needed to remain safe and follow the guidance of local authorities. Monitor local news and weather conditions. For the latest storm information, visit the National Hurricane Center website.
FLVS and FlexPoint Virtual School Students and Families
Students are not expected to work during the closure; however, courses will still be available for those who want to continue working. The Help Desk will also be available.
Students are encouraged to reach out to their teachers upon their return with any questions.
All Staff
Florida Virtual School will be closed Thursday, Sept. 26 and Friday, Sept 27. Team members should stay in close communication with their supervisor throughout the storm. It is especially important for team members to notify their supervisor if they are evacuating and/or are unable to return to work Monday when normal operations are expected to resume.
Stay safe and thank you.
Update: Annual Professional Learning Conference (APLC) canceled due to anticipated storm
Updated Sept. 23, 2024, at 4:45 p.m.
Out of an abundance of caution, the FLVS Leadership Team has determined that the Annual Professional Learning Conference (APLC) this week must be canceled.
As the storm approaches, please do whatever you need to do to remain safe and follow the guidance of local authorities. If you are being evacuated or feel you need to move to a safer location, please do so, and notify your supervisor.
Updates will be shared on this page as they become available.
Update: Florida Virtual School is monitoring the storm
Updated Sept. 23, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
Florida Virtual School is closely monitoring the storm, Tropical Cyclone Nine, which, as of today, is projected to impact the western coastal areas of Florida.
As you know, there are a number of in-person events scheduled this week, including our Annual Professional Learning Conference (APLC) from Wednesday, Sept. 25-Friday, Sept. 27.
Based on storm forecasts, we are assessing our options for APLC. We will send an update this afternoon with information on the event.
Please do whatever you need to do to remain safe and follow the guidance of local authorities. Continue to check this page for updates as they become available.
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