Each child has their own strengths and weakness. Parents typically know how their child learns best. Attend one of our Virtual School Information Sessions to learn more about how virtual school works!

Synchronous learning is online or distance education that happens in real-time, whereas asynchronous learning occurs through online channels without real-time interaction. Full-Time Virtual school requires students to work independently mostly, with scheduled online sessions (delivered via Microsoft Teams or Zoom) during the week for structured lessons with the teacher (synchronous).

An assignment pacing guide identifies specific assignments that must be submitted by the end of each week, however, students may work anytime within the week and they may also work ahead.

Attendance is measured according to the weekly pace guide. When students fail to submit assigned work each week they are marked absent. Failing to submit work according to pace guides for each week puts students in jeopardy of not completing it by the semester deadline and therefore may not earn credit.

Full-Time Virtual students will have regularly required contact with teachers – there are required assignments called DBAs (Discussion Based Assessments), which must be done synchronously (at the same time) with the teacher (most often via phone or Zoom). Parents and students also participate in monthly check-ins with instructors and school staff regarding progress, work habits, and areas of success or concern. Class Time is scheduled for each core course weekly along with homeroom sessions. These sessions are hosted synchronously (at the same time with instructors and other students enrolled in the course) via Microsoft Teams or Zoom. These sessions are required.

Full-Time Virtual School students have one teacher per course.

Full-Time Virtual School teachers have been trained specifically to teach online however all are seasoned highly qualified instructors with experience in both online and traditional settings. As Full-Time Virtual School Instructors, they must be certified in the State of Florida in the subject area they are teaching.

Mosaic Digital Academy hosts Class Time sessions (synchronous learning) to support the instruction of the standards covered within the modules of study each week. Many teachers and departments use synchronous tools to meet with students when they need more support. Students also participate in progress monitoring weekly to build skill deficits. When a pattern of struggle is evident, a conference with the instructor and other support staff may be needed in order to bring to light constraints that may be addressed to improve success.

Courses must be 100% complete to earn credit. If students don’t work consistently this translates to absenteeism. Teachers monitor student pace progress weekly and attempt to help students get caught up. If a pattern of nonattendance persists, a parent-teacher conference is scheduled to help address issues surrounding why the student is not submitting work. Incomplete course segments will be posted to the transcript as a withdrawal code (Withdrawn passing or Withdrawn failing).

Virtual School students can still participate in their zoned school sports and extra-curricular activities. For those enrolled in Mosaic Digital Academy, there may be opportunities to participate in clubs for specific grade levels. IMPORTANT NOTE: If the student was attending an attractor or magnet program and played a sport there, they would not be permitted to play at that school. They will only have the opportunity to play at their home zone school. Contact your home zone school athletic department for details.

Students can re-enroll in their zone school, however, if your child wants to go back to their zone school, they will leave with no transfer grades for incomplete courses and they are not guaranteed a seat at the school they were previously enrolled at prior to enrolling in the full-time virtual school.

Virtual Programs of St. Lucie Public Schools is located on the campus of Sam Gaines K-8, 2250 S. Jenkins Road, Fort Pierce, FL. School phone: 772-429-5504

No, transportation is not provided for full time virtual school students.

Yes, students with an Individual Education Plan or 504 plan are eligible to participate in full-time virtual programs. Some specific accommodations may inherently be available due to the very nature of virtual school: additional time, work in shorter time frames, revisit the material as needed, use of eReader and other technical devices, and/or tools to support learning. If the student requires specialized direct instruction and support in one or more academic areas in order to succeed in the general curriculum, this may not be available in the full-time virtual school setting. This type or intensity of service is not available through a virtual instruction program. Special instructional methods or modifications to the curriculum are not available. An IEP Review will be scheduled for students with an Individual Education Plan and the team will convene to discuss the accommodations currently identified in the IEP and a determination will be made to ensure students with an IEP can be provided F.A.P.E. Free and Appropriate Public Education in the full-time virtual setting.

Yes, students with active Individual Education Plans that require services will be permitted to continue services at their zone school. Transportation for these services is not provided by the school district.

Enrollment in our full-time program takes place before the first and second semesters of the school year (for students in grades K-12). Students/parents should complete the prospective full-time student application online during the application window. Applications must be completed in full. Once an application is received by a school counselor, we will make contact with the student/parent via email.

Students in grades 6-12 who attend a traditional school and want to take additional courses online may do so. Course requests must be approved by the student’s counselor and parent/guardian. Home Ed students are also considered part-time students. Students who already have an account with Florida Virtual School must use their existing account to register for Mosaic Digital Academy courses. Students without existing FLVS/Mosaic accounts may create one to enroll.

Students only require approval from their brick and mortar counselor if they are taking courses part-time with Mosaic Digital Academy. When students sign-up for a course and Mosaic Digital Academy is selected as the school of instruction within the FLVS Enrollment process, your counselor will be notified to review your course request and approve this if it is academically appropriate.

Both programs utilize the same online curriculum and platform (FLVS). Mosaic Digital Academy courses are taught by highly qualified St. Lucie Public School instructors. Additionally, our program combines online instruction and face-to-face support at our campus located in St. Lucie, at Sam Gaines Academy K-8 School.

Yes.  Mosaic Digital Academy is fully accredited by Cognia, formerly Advanced Ed.

Mosaic Digital Academy is also registered with the Florida State Department of Education and is a part of the St. Lucie Public School system. Our accredited online high school diploma and all credits earned at Mosaic Digital Academy are accepted by other 6-12 schools, colleges, universities, the military, and employers. Mosaic Digital Academy is registered with NCAA and NAIA Eligibility Centers.

Yes. Mosaic Digital Academy has a solid reputation within the academic community.  Mosaic Digital Academy offers a standard high school diploma that meets state and school board requirements. Our graduates seamlessly move on to post-secondary education, employment, or enlisting in the military. Mosaic Digital Academy graduates attend major colleges and universities throughout the country as well as abroad.

Mosaic Digital Academy offers a true distance learning experience that does not require seat time in a traditional classroom. Periodically, standardized testing and academic interventions require students to attend face-to-face activities. Teachers may exercise the option of having students take face-to-face proctored assignments and exams to ensure fidelity.

A successful online learner is a motivated self-starter and is committed to the success of his or her education. While Mosaic Digital Academy offers world-class educational opportunities, there is a high degree of accountability placed upon the student and the parent. Mosaic Digital Academy is not an alternative school or dropout prevention program. Face-to-face instruction is recommended for students who were unsuccessful in virtual or remote learning programs in the past, who are not on track in school, or who have minimal adult supervision.

We offer a full curriculum for grades K-12, or just one or two courses in grades 6-12 to satisfy public school graduation requirements; or supplement your homeschool curriculum.

Teachers employed by St. Lucie Public Schools teach all Mosaic Digital Academy courses. All online courses and programs are taught by highly qualified instructors that meet the Florida Department of Education certification requirements.

Students are assigned an instructor for each course. Instructors are available daily M-F via phone or email. Teachers also have online office hours throughout the week. Support services are available to all virtual school students through our guidance department.

No. As accredited schools, Mosaic Digital Academy offers a flexible nontraditional option for students. It is not an easier option than traditional accredited schools. All courses are written at or above grade level and require an average of one to two hours of focused study on a daily basis to complete one course within the traditional semester time frame. Our courses engage students in real-life projects, requiring the use of critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to apply the knowledge they have acquired.

Yes. You will likely receive more updates and information about your child’s progress than ever before. We strongly feel that a parent’s involvement in a child’s education is the key to success. Our teachers are in frequent communication with parents. You can always see how your child is performing by logging into your VSA parent account.

Mosaic Digital Academy is a franchise of FLVS, which means we use FLVS courses on their platform (Educator). Additionally, students will access online skill-building resources as part of their weekly expectations.