Steps to Enroll in Virtual School While Enrolled at Sickles

1. Choose a Class Online

​Using www.flvs.net,
create a login and select the course
you wish to take.
​Please see FLVS' Guide for more information

WHAT SHOULD I TAKE?
It's important to consult with your Counselor.
Some suggestions:
-Take an elective on your first try
-Start in the summer
-Be proactive
-Discuss with other students who have
​taken/ passed the class

2. Counselor Will
​Approve or Deny Course

Your school counselor will approve your course, deny your course, or reach out to your for clarification. Please allow two business days for approval 

WHY WAS MY REQUEST DROPPED?
Common reasons may include:
-Did not complete the pre-requisites
-Already taking the class at Sickles
-Selected FLVS instead of Hillsborough Virtual School

3. Virtual School Will Contact You

Once you are assigned to a class, the teacher will call your home to have you start working

    WHY WAS MY CLASS DROPPED?
Common reasons may include:
​-Not turning in work weekly.
-Not communicating with teacher.
-Academic integrity issues.
-Missed the welcome call.

Need Help?

Please click this link to access a step by step video on how to register for virtual classes through Hillsborough Virtual School.

What is Virtual School and How Does It Work?

Virtual School can get complicated with the many options available.  For the majority of students, they will take 1-3 courses while remaining enrolled at Sickles.
​Students may have one "virtual period" (up to two) at Sickles for every one course online, however, students are not normally allowed to drop classes they are current taking to take classes online - they must work out the schedule ahead of time with their Counselor.

Virtual Periods Rules:
-Virtual periods are set for 7th or 6th and 7th period
-Students cannot be on campus during their virtual period
Students will not have a teacher who is responsible for them
-Students must have their own transportation 

Hillsborough Virtual  or  Florida Virtual?

Both options use the same online portal
Please select Hillsborough Virtual School when registering for classes