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Director's Message

Denee Upshaw, director of Hillsborough Virtual

Whether you are new to our school community or a returning family, thank you for choosing Hillsborough Virtual School (HVS) as your partner in education. We are honored to support you and your child on this academic journey.

As I begin my 12th year as an administrator at HVS, I am filled with excitement for the upcoming school year. Our commitment remains strong—to provide a dynamic and engaging learning environment where students are inspired to grow, thrive, and develop the 21st-century skills essential for success in life.

We look forward to a productive and rewarding year together!

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School Highlights

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Elementary Engagement Days
HVS Elementary students have the opportunity to engage with each other and their teachers in face to face meet ups throughout the school year.

Elementary Engagement Spring 2025

Mrs. Del Castillo and 2nd graders dug into STEAM at the March Student Engagement Event - measuring, creating, building, and growing through plant-inspired fun!

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Field Trips
HVS students have an opportunity to participate in field trips like this one to the Tampa Bay History Museum.

Field Trips

HVS students can participate in many different field trips such as kayaking at the Suncoast Youth Conservation Center and exploring Florida history at the Tampa Bay History Museum. Ms. Carr connected classroom learning as students stepped back in time, explored local history, and uncovered Florida's past.

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Graduation 2025
Congratulations to our 2025 graduates!

Here are some highlights about our 2025 graduates

Five graduates completed their entire K-12 education virtually. - 106 dual enrollment courses were completed. - 18 students completed over 1,732 community service hours. - Six graduates earned more than $100,000 in scholarships. We are incredibly proud of all you have accomplished!

Programs

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Art Club

Students meet online and in person to collaborate and work on art projects.
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NJHS, NHS, Mu Alpha Theta

Students at HVS have an opportunity to be inducted into Honor Societies such as NJHS, NHS, Mu Alpha Theta, National French Honor Society, and National Spanish Honor Society.
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NEHS

Students at HVS have an opportunity to be inducted into the National Elementary Honor Society.