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 2025-2026 CMVS Application and Review Process

ActionApplicant Deadline or Anticipated Timeline for Decisions
Letter of Intent DeadlineJune 27, 2025 by 12 noon
Prospectus DeadlineJuly 25, 2025 by 12 noon
Commissioner Invites Selected Applicant Groups to Submit Final ApplicationSeptember 2025
Final Application DeadlineNovember 3, 2025 by 12 noon
Learning Management System Virtual Presentation and ReviewDecember 2025
Public HearingDecember 2025
Interviews with Final ApplicantsDecember 2025 – February 2026
Commissioner Decision and Board Vote if RecommendedFebruary or March 2026

CMVS Application and Budget Template

CMVS Finance

  • CMVS Audit Guide

  • FY2026 CMVS Annual Tuition Adjustment for Inflation
    This memorandum informs the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Virtual Schools (CMVS) and sending districts about the fiscal year 2026 (FY2026) base tuition rate approved by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education in December 2024, which has been adjusted to reflect inflation for FY2026. 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: May 20, 2025

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