Hillsborough Virtual School

Learn Your Way: Flexible Options at Hillsborough Virtual School!

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When you think of Hillsborough Virtual School (HVS), you might imagine students doing all their classes online. And yes, full-time HVS is an option! But HVS is so much more than that.

Whether your student wants to get ahead, take a course not offered at their school or just needs a more flexible schedule, HVS has a solution.

Why Choose HVS?

Flexibility. Acceleration. Personal Support.
Hillsborough Virtual offers a wide range of courses that fit into your schedule – ideal for independent, motivated students who want to move at their own pace.

Want to finish your HOPE course before high school starts?
Looking for a more advanced math class?
Hoping to get Drivers Ed done over summer?

HVS makes it possible.

What Makes HVS Different?

Fast Class Placement
Get into your class within 24 hours of enrollment.

Real Local Support
“When you choose Hillsborough Virtual, you’re supporting your local school district,” says Denee Upshaw, director of Virtual Programs. “We're not a 1-800 number. We’re here with a physical location and real people ready to help.”

Direct Communication
HVS works with your school to ensure everything stays on track, especially important for high school seniors on the path to graduation.

Weekly Live Lessons + Recordings
Each course includes a weekly live class with a certified teacher. Can’t make it? No worries, the session is recorded so you can catch up anytime. You can also book help sessions for extra support.

Who Can Benefit from HVS?

  • Elementary students ready for advanced content
  • Middle schoolers who want to get ahead
  • High schoolers balancing academics, sports, jobs or other commitments
  • Any student who thrives with a more personalized, flexible approach

“There are some elementary students who are advanced and need more challenge,” explains Upshaw. “If their school schedule can’t accommodate them, HVS can.”

Most Popular Courses

  • HOPE (Health Opportunities through Physical Education)
  • Drivers Education

These courses are perfect for summer—enroll now before spots fill up!

Local School, Real Connection

What really sets HVS apart? The people.

“We’re invested in our Hillsborough County students,” says Upshaw. “The curriculum is the same [as other virtual programs], but the question is – who’s invested in your kid? And that’s us at Hillsborough Virtual.”

Ready to Enroll?

Summer classes are open now! Whether your student wants to lighten their school-year load, graduate on time or get ahead, Hillsborough Virtual is here to help.

 

iStock-1335002684 | Originally published in the May 2025 issue of Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine.