Policies, Procedures, and Terms & Conditions

1. Compulsory Attendance

Parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring that students meet the compulsory school attendance requirements of their home state. All students enrolled in PK-12 Virtual Academy must comply with Florida state education laws and their local district’s homeschool/virtual attendance policies.

2. Graduation Requirements

To be awarded a diploma from PK-12 Virtual Academy, students must:

• Successfully complete at least 20 credits across core and elective subjects.

   

• Earn a minimum of 5 full credits directly through PK-12 Virtual Academy.

   

• Credits from other accredited institutions may be accepted upon transcript evaluation.

   

• All required assessments, state standards, and program-specific requirements must be met.

   

3. Accreditation

PK-12 Virtual Academy is in the process of or already accredited by:

• Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA-CESS)

   

• National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA)

   

• Accreditation International (Ai)

   

• Recognized as a non-public school by the Florida Department of Education.

   

4. Tuition and Fees

• Tuition covers course materials, platform access, grading services, and teacher interaction.

   

• Full tuition must be paid at the time of enrollment unless on a pre-approved payment plan.

   

• Students may request financial assistance or scholarships via the school’s support office.

   

• All tuition and fees are non-refundable after the initial trial window (see refund policy).

   

5. Refund Policy

You may cancel within the first 30 days of enrollment by:

• Notifying PK-12 Virtual Academy in writing.

   

• Returning any physical materials in unused condition (if applicable).

   

• Refund eligibility:

   

  • 📄 Paper-Based Courses: Full refund (minus processing) if no work is submitted.

     

  • 🌐 Online Courses: No refund if any assignments/quizzes/tests have been submitted.

     

🛑 No refunds are provided after 30 days or if course progress has begun. Enrollments are non-transferable.

6. Course Requirements & Completion

• Courses are issued as half-credit (semester) or full-credit (year-long) units.

   

• Minimum course duration: 5 weeks

   

• Maximum completion time:

   

  • Half-credit: 6 months

     

  • Full-credit: 12 months

     

All assignments and final exams must be submitted within this time. Incomplete work results in a score of zero. Extensions require administrative approval and are granted only in documented emergencies.

7. Transfer Credit Policy

• Students may request to transfer up to 15 credits from previously attended schools.

   

• A $200 tuition reduction per approved credit may be applied.

   

• No transfer credit is granted for religion, driver’s education, or unaccredited coursework.

   

• Transcripts must be verified and officially submitted by the issuing institution.

   

8. Academic Integrity (Honor System)

All students are expected to follow PK-12’s Honor Code:

• All work must be original.

   

• Collaboration on exams or graded assignments is prohibited.

   

• Sharing login info or assessment answers is strictly forbidden.

   

• Any violation may result in grade invalidation, retaking the course, or dismissal.

   

9. Student Rights & Responsibilities

Students and guardians have the right to:

• Access academic records

   

• Request course counseling

   

• Participate in clubs and school activities

   

• File grievances or appeal grading decisions

   

Students are expected to:

• Maintain regular progress

   

• Communicate respectfully with staff and peers

   

• Submit assignments on time

   

• Follow all tech usage, privacy, and behavioral policies

   

10. Communications

• Official communications are sent via registered email, parent portals, and SMS (if opted in).

   

• All students and parents must regularly check the learning platform for updates.

   

11. Materials & Technology

• All required materials (digital or printed) are provided with enrollment.

   

• Students must have access to a stable internet connection and a device compatible with the LMS.

   

• Any damage or loss of school-provided items may incur replacement fees.

   

12. Technical Support & Access

• Tech support is available Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM EST.

   

• Issues should be reported via email to: support@pk12virtual.com

   

13. Course Withdrawal or Drop

• A course may be dropped within the first 2 weeks without penalty.

   

• After that, students must consult an academic advisor.

   

• A “W” or failing grade may appear on the transcript depending on progress made.

   

14. Completion & Transcript Issuance

• Official transcripts are issued after all course requirements are met and tuition is paid in full.

   

• Rush transcripts may be requested at an additional cost.

   

15. Policy Updates

PK-12 Virtual Academy may revise these policies as needed. Students and families will be notified via official communication methods. The latest version will always be available on the website.

16. Contact Information

PK-12 Virtual Academy
Email: support@pk12virtual.com
Phone: 954-224-9699
Web: www.pk12virtual.com