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Public Virtual Schools

Commonwealth Virtual Schools (CMVS)

A CMVS is a public school in which all instruction is delivered online. Massachusetts currently has two virtual schools that serve grades K–12:

Virtual School Frequently Asked Questions

CMVS Accountability

CMVS Accountability Review and Renewal Inspection Reports

Send an email to virtualschools@mass.gov to request copies of prior reports.

CMVS Application and Review Process

Schedule for 2023-2024 CMVS Application and Review Process

ActionApplicant Deadline or Anticipated Timeline for Decisions
Letter of Intent DeadlineJune 30, 2023 by 12 noon
Prospectus DeadlineJuly 28, 2023 by 12 noon
Commissioner Invites Selected Applicant Groups to Submit Final ApplicationSeptember 2023
Final Application DeadlineNovember 3, 2023 by 12 noon
Learning Management System Virtual Presentation and ReviewDecember 2023
Public HearingDecember 2023
Interviews with Final ApplicantsDecember–February 2024
Commissioner Decision and Board Vote if RecommendedFebruary 2024

CMVS Application and Budget Template

CMVS Finance

  • CMVS Audit Guide

  • FY2024 Virtual School Tuition Rate Inflation
    This memorandum informs the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Virtual Schools (CMVS) and sending districts about the fiscal year 2024 (FY2024) base tuition rate, which has been adjusted from FY2023 to reflect inflation. The CMVS tuition rate does not change over the course of the year.

  • The Massachusetts Virtual School Financial Dashboard is an easy-to-understand visual snapshot of a school's potential financial risk over a 5-year period using standard financial indicators. It also includes audit information as well as other financial highlights. The dashboard is aligned with the financial criteria described in the Virtual School Performance Criteria. The data in the MA Virtual School Financial Dashboard is derived from the Virtual School End of Year Financial Reports (VSEOYFR) and independent financial audits submitted annually by each virtual school. This tool is updated periodically.

CMVS Guidance

Last Updated: October 24, 2023

 
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