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What is Greater Commonwealth Virtual School?

Greater Commonwealth Virtual School (GCVS) is a virtual/online school. Currently serving over 1,200 students, we are a tuition-free public school of choice for all kindergarten through 12th-grade students in Massachusetts.

Personalized Learning

Many students need an environment that is accessible and flexible. That’s where we come in. We give our students and their families choices.

Flexibility

Between live classroom-based lessons and asynchronous classrooms, online school at GCVS gives students the flexibility to learn however works best for them.

Our Students Reap the Benefits

By empowering our educators to tailor learning experiences to each student’s strengths, interests, and challenges, every student receives an online learning experience customized specifically for them. And the results are amazing!

We have redefined the way students and teachers engage through innovative technology while ensuring students master the competencies embedded in a rigorous curriculum.

What We Offer

Our online school curriculum is a high-quality alternative to homeschooling that aligns with Massachusetts state standards, encouraging critical thinking and teaching essential knowledge.

Online elementary, middle, and high school programs
Free GCVS-issued Chromebook for students while they are enrolled
Learning platform that works on mobile and laptop devices
Accelerated and advanced learning opportunities for high-achieving students, such as dual enrollment with Greenfield Community College and AP classes
Special education services tailored to meet individual learning needs within the virtual setting, and a fully inclusive model of support
English Language Learners (ELL) programming for multilingual learners at all levels
Support for students pursuing passions outside of school, such as sports, acting, music, or training for competitive arts; flexible scheduling

Our Mission & Vision

The Greater Commonwealth Virtual School, a public school of choice, serves students from across Massachusetts who need a learning community that is accessible, flexible, and inclusive. As a pioneer of online learning, we empower our educators to tailor learning experiences to each student’s strengths, interests, and challenges. We redefine and change how students and teachers engage through innovative technology while ensuring mastery of competencies embedded in a rigorous curriculum.

Highly Qualified Teachers

Our teachers are caring, talented, and dedicated. They believe in collaborating with parents and students to prepare young people for success in and out of school.

The state of Massachusetts licenses all of our online school teachers, and they are well-prepared to deliver personalized online lessons that challenge and support each of their students. As part of their role as GCVS teachers, they get to know students and families well, enabling them to communicate better and customize the online learning experience for each student.