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Resources for Military Families

At Florida Virtual School (FLVS), we’re proud to support military families with our flexible online learning program. If you’re ever in need of detailed assistance, check out the resources below as a starting point.

Upcoming Military Recognition Events

  • 3rd Week of April: Military Child Week
    • Participate these Spirit Days during the 3rd week of April
      • Patriot Day Monday: Wear your red, white, and blue.
      • Military Gear Tuesday: Wear military gear representing any of our military branches.
      • Purple Up Wednesday: Wear purple to show your support for our military families.
      • Super Hero Thursday: Dress as your favorite Superhero to honor our Military Superheroes.
      • Camo Day Friday: Wear your camouflage.
  • May: Military Appreciation Month
    • May is National Military Appreciation Month
  • November 11: Veterans Day
    • Celebrating Veterans Day annually on November 11th provides an opportunity to show appreciation for veterans and recognize their contributions to the nation.
      • Here are ways to participate in the celebrations:
        • Attend Parades and Ceremonies: Many cities and communities organize parades and ceremonies to honor veterans. Participate in these events to show your support.
        • Visit Veterans Memorials: Pay a visit to local veterans memorials or cemeteries to pay your respects and reflect on the sacrifices made by veterans.
        • Thank a Veteran: Express your gratitude to veterans you know personally or encounter in your community.
        • Volunteer: Offer your time to volunteer with organizations that support veterans, such as VA hospitals or veterans’ service organizations.
        • Donate to Veteran Causes: Contribute to charities that provide assistance to veterans and their families.
        • Display the Flag: Fly the U.S. flag to honor veterans and show your patriotic spirit.

Every year FLVS participates in Letters to Heroes, thanking veterans for their service. Letters are distributed to Veterans via Southeast Florida Honor Flight

Community Resources

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Military Point of Contact (MPOC)

For additional information, please contact Sabrina Edwards, our Military point of contact, at [email protected].