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Welcome to Brevard Virtual School
A franchise of Florida Virtual School
Brevard Virtual School
BVS is a franchise of Florida Virtual School.
All courses are taught by Brevard teachers, for Brevard students.
Welcome to Economics!
• Currently teaching at Eau Gallie High School and with BVS
• Nine years teaching experience• Currently teaching Economics,
Economics Honors, and AP Microeconomics
• National Board Certified
I am Mrs. Heather Price, your instructor.
Personal Information Verification
• Spelling of your name• Grade level• Mailing address• Phone numbers
• Student email• Parent email• School name• Counselor name
I need to verify information you entered during registration:
Your Internet BrowserWill you be using AOL to
access this course?
• When using AOL, log into your account.
• Once logged in, minimize the page.• Double click on your Internet
Explorer icon.• Use Internet Explorer to navigate
the course instead of AOL, which may conflict with our platform.
The best place to start when you have a problem, is with me.
Your Support System
If you do not need immediate assistance, email me. I will
respond within 24 hours.
PHONE
If you need immediate assistance, please call me. I am available most evenings until 8:00 pm.
321-255-5857
Your Support SystemAs you begin working, it is important to know your BVS
administrative staff. They are all here to help you.
Hope Ascher, Co-franchise manager
Ginger Wright, Co-franchise Manager
Dave Goodman, Counselor Elaine Sims, Registrar
Dr. Walt Christy, Principal
Your School Counselor is an
important member of this team. Students, Parents, and the BVS
team will use your counselor to help ensure success.
Your Support SystemHope Ascher
Mrs. Ascher is like an assistant principal who works with curriculum and the
guidance department. If you or your parents have questions or concerns
with BVS, please contact her.
321-633-1000, ext. 390
Ginger WrightMrs. Wright is available for technical
support. If you or your parents are experiencing technical difficulties,
please contact her. 321-633-1000, ext. 316
Dave GoodmanMr. Goodman is like your school
counselor. If you or your parents have questions or concerns with
BVS, please contact him.
321-633-1000, ext. 272
Elaine SimsMrs. Sims is the school’s registrar. She
handles your registration and other necessary paperwork. You can
contact her regarding registration concerns or emergencies.
321-633-1000, ext. 382
Getting Started in the CourseBefore logging into your course, visit the BVS homepage.
Useful BVS announcements will be posted here.
http://bvs.brevard.k12.fl.us
Logging Into Your Course
https://brevard.flvs.net
Enter your Username &
Password
Getting Started
Use the navigation bar to move through the site.
Announcements for the course
Course Information
Under “Course Information” you will find a tutorial for operating within the course platform, “Educator Orientation”. If you have
never taken a course with BVS or FLVS, you should complete this tutorial before you begin your coursework.
Pace Chart
Pace Chart
Print your Pace Chart. Post a copy in your work space and in a public area, like the refrigerator. This will help you to stay on schedule and finish the course.
Academic Integrity
To Start Working in the CourseTo access
assignments
For each Module, begin with the Introduction.
Module Checklist
Rubrics
Assessments
You can access all of your assignments
here
Submitting Assessments
When ready to turn in, check “Submit for
Grading” and then click the “Submit” button
The Gradebook
Assessments
Your current average
Communication is Essential
• Teachers will schedule monthly phone conferences with students and parents.
• Monthly progress reports will be sent, via email.– Your grade will be based on the work you have completed.– Grades will be temporarily lowered if you are behind pace.
• Announcements for BVS will be on the BVS Homepage.• Announcements for the course will be on the Announcement
Page-the first page you see after logging into the course.• Most information will be given via email. You must check your
email, within the course, on a regular basis. Twice a week is recommended.
• Parent email addresses will be used to keep you informed.
Grace Period
BVS offers students a grace period, beginning with the first day of your activation. This allows you to
withdraw from the course without penalty.
If you decide to withdraw from the course, contact your instructor before your grace period ends.
Nine School - Day Grace Period
BVS and Parents
Parents play an important role in online learning.
You are encouraged to access student accounts and contact the instructor and administrative staff if
you have questions or concerns.
Questions??
Do you have any questions?
Feel free to contact me in the future, if questions arise.
Welcome to Brevard Virtual School
We look forward to working with you!