Insights

Welcome to Insights, the Iowa Virtual School blog! Here, you’ll gain insights into our community, access resources for parents, and see what makes our virtual school shine.

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Celebrating Women’s History Month

At Iowa Virtual School, this month offers a meaningful opportunity for students and families to explore powerful stories and reflect on how women’s contributions continue to influence the world today.

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Celebrating Black History Month 2026

For families learning in a virtual school environment, Black History Month offers a unique opportunity to explore history together at home through conversations, creative projects, books, videos, and activities that inspire curiosity and connection.

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Balance: A Guide to Screen Time

In today’s digital world, screens are an essential part of education. But with this reliance comes a common concern among families: how can we balance screen time with online school?

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Mental Health and Online Learning

At Iowa Virtual School, we focus on education beyond grades, test scores, or assignments. Mental health in online learning is a vital part of our mission.

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