Putnam Virtual School (PVS) is the public virtual school for Putnam County School District, serving students in grades K–12. Students enrolled in PVS can earn a standard high school diploma while learning in a flexible, online environment.

PVS is best suited for students who are performing at or above grade level and can manage the independence and pace required for online learning. The program is not designed for remedial instruction or students with intellectual disabilities.

Our Mission:
PVS's Mission is to ensure all students are provided with an academically rich and rigorous education through online learning opportunities that meet the needs of today's diverse learners.

Our Vision:
The vision of PVS is to be leaders in innovative, online instruction that uses best practices to promote academic excellence and lifelong learning in a student-centered enviroment.

Asynchronous Instruction

• Students and teachers engage with course content at different times and locations

• No live instruction is provided

• Coursework can be completed anytime during the day to fit family schedules

Curriculum Options

• MDVS – District franchise of Florida Virtual School curriculum

• Putnam FLEX – District partnership with Imagine Learning

• All courses are aligned to Florida’s B.E.S.T. Standards

PVS is a structured and rigorous program, not self-paced.

• Students must complete 5–6% progress per week in each course

• Students may work ahead, but cannot fall behind

• Students take 6 courses per semester

  • 4 core subjects

  • 2 electives

• Students follow the PCSD Academic Calendar

If a slower pace is needed, Home Education may be a better option.

PVS students have access to:

• Honors courses

• Dual Enrollment with St. Johns River State College

• Pending seat availability and principal approval, students may take a course at their zoned school (transportation provided by the family).

• Students must meet the same graduation requirements as traditional high schools

• Many graduates earn honors distinctions and have been recognized as Putnam Top Scholars

• Recent graduates:

  • 15 graduates (2024)

  • 13 graduates (2025)

Pictured from L to R: Bonnie Putman, PVS Facilitator; Mary Wood, PVS Principal