Leon County Virtual School and Leon County Virtual Instruction Program FAQ's


Leon County Administrators/Guidance Counselors



How do I register my child?


  • Complete the Leon County Schools Student Registration Form, or they are obtainable from the Leon County Virtual School office (call 850-487-7804), and return it with proof of residency in Leon County to Leon County Virtual School, 3955 W. Pensacola Street, Tallahassee, FL 32304.
  • Once accepted the virtual administration will schedule a registration meeting. After this meeting, go to the virtual school link on the Leon County Schools homepage (www.leonschools.net) and follow the registration directions.

Are there eligibility requirements?


Leon County Virtual Instruction Program:

Yes, please see chart below:


Full Time Part Time
Public school students Kindergarten (repeaters) and grades 1-12 including Drop Out Prevention Students, Academic Intervention Students, Department of Juvenile Justice Students. Public school students (9-12) that are designated Drop Out Prevention Students, Academic Intervention Sutdents, Department of Juvenile Justice Students.
Home school students that have left the public school the year prior (present in Oct. and Feb. survey)  
Home school students that are participating in another VIP (virtual instruction program) or K-8 Virtual School Program.  

Leon County Virtual School:


Full Time Part Time
Public private and home school students in grades 6-12 Public, private, and home school students in grades 6-12

Leon County Digital Academy:


Full Time Part Time
Public school students in grades 4-12

What paperwork/documentation will be needed?


For the Leon County Virtual Instruction Program:
In addition to the Student Registration Form and proof of residency, the virtual providers (K12, Inc., Connections Academy, and FLVS) require copies of the most recent report card or high school transcript to enable them to schedule the students correctly.


For the Leon County Virtual School / Leon County Digital Academy:
In addition to the Student Registration Form and proof of residency the Leon County Virtual School will receive cumulative folders from their previous school for our students, which should contain additional information, such as health records and test scores. We will inform parents if we discover any other required information is missing from the cumulative folder.
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What’s the difference between this program and home schooling?


Although they will be working from home, students participating in Leon County Virtual School are not classified as home schoolers since they are enrolled in this public school program. As such, they must meet the same requirements as students attending school in bricks & mortar facilities:

  • They must take a full load of five classes each semester, following the pupil progression plan, leading to eventual graduation.
  • They must take the FCAT.
  • They can participate in events scheduled for virtual students and events/activities at their home zoned school.
  • Upon successful completion of the required courses and passing the FCAT, these virtual students will earn a Leon County Schools diploma rather than a GED certificate.


What do I tell the school my child is leaving?


  • You must officially withdraw your child from the school they are currently attending. When you do this, inform that school that your child will be enrolling in Leon County Virtual School.
  • If your child is currently registered as a home school student with Leon County, you must inform the Home School Office that you will no longer be home schooling since your child will be enrolled in Leon County Virtual School. Link to High School Terminiation form.

What sort of technology do I have to have at home?


  • Computer
  • Printer
  • Internet Access
  • E-mail Account

Will Leon County Schools help me get the technology I need?


If your child qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, you are eligible for help obtaining the required technology. Click on the following link to access the Technology Request Form. Let the Leon County Virtual School office know if you need this assistance (850) 487-7804 / lcvs@leonschools.net.


How long does the registration process take? How soon can my child start class work?


  • It takes only a week once all the required paperwork is submitted.
  • Counselors from the virtual providers---K12, Connections Academy, or FLVS---will then contact parents for consultation about scheduling and parental responsibilities.
  • Classes for the 2010/11 school year will begin August 22.

Who do I call/contact with curriculum questions?

  • Contact the guidance counselor of the appropriate virtual program with questions/concerns about classes, grades, or student progress.
  • FLVS Middle School Counselor
  • FLVS High School Counselor
  • Connections Academy Counselor
  • K12 Counselor
  • Please also feel free to contact the virtual school administrator at (850) 487-7804 / lcvs@leonschools.net.

For Leon County Virtual School Curriculum Questions:

  • Contact your child's virtual teacher(s) and/or the virtual school administrator at (850) 487-7804 / lcvs@leonschools.net