About Felix School
Felix Commonwealth Virtual School is a tuition-free online public high school in Massachusetts designed for students who want more ownership over how they learn.
Now enrolling our founding 9th and 10th grade classes for Fall 2026.
A new model for high school in Massachusetts
Located on the Lasell University campus in Newton, Felix combines flexible virtual coursework with in-person collaboration, college access, and personalized support. It is approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and open to students statewide.
Why Felix exists
Felix comes from the Latin word meaning joyful, successful, and fortunate.
Our goal is simple: create the conditions for students to rediscover the joy of learning and to shape a path that prepares them for college, careers, and life.
The answer for families looking for change
The structure of high school hasn’t changed much in the last 50 years.
But the world has.
Students need more than seat time and standardized pacing. They need flexibility. They need rigor. They need meaningful work that connects to who they are and where they’re going.
True learning goes beyond memorizing facts.
Beyond being confined to a classroom for eight hours.
Beyond moving at a pace that doesn’t fit.
Felix gives students the freedom to move at their own pace, dive deeply into meaningful work, and build the skills that matter beyond graduation.
Built on a proven national model
Felix brings together three powerful forces in education:
The mastery-based online model of Khan World School @ ASU Prep (KWS)
The dual enrollment pathway experience powered by Arizona State University
A university-based learning hub at Lasell University
This model has already demonstrated success with motivated students seeking depth and flexibility. Felix makes it accessible as a tuition-free public school in Massachusetts.
Felix blends flexibility, academic rigor, and real-world preparation. Students complete fully online core academics supported by Massachusetts-certified teachers. They can also earn tuition-free college credit through Arizona State University while still in high school.
Online learning, strengthened by campus connection
Core academics at Felix are completed online through a personalized, self-paced platform supported by certified teachers and weekly live instruction. Students also gather at Lasell for support, services, enrichments, engagement, and to build community on the college campus.
Located in the Michael B. Alexander Science and Technology Center, the hub provides a collegiate setting where students present projects, engage in discussion-based learning, and connect with peers.
Socratic Seminars
Student-led discussions about real-world challenges that strengthen listening, articulation, and critical thinking.
Learning beyond the screen
At Felix, students are not just completing assignments. They are developing confidence and intellectual stamina. They learn from Guides and from each other in:
In-Depth Explorations (IDEs)
Multi-week deep dives into topics students care about, culminating in presentations, papers, media projects, or research.
Wonder Sessions
Interactive, curiosity-driven sessions that explore fascinating questions across disciplines.
Learn more about what a typical day looks like at Felix.
Curiosity
Students ask better questions and pursue answers with depth.
Our vision for students
Felix helps students cultivate qualities that matter long after high school:
Iteration
Learning is a process. Students revise, refine, and improve their work with support from peers and Guides.
Courage
Students engage in difficult conversations and tackle complex problems.
Ownership
Students manage their time, set goals, and take responsibility for their progress.
Collaboration
Students learn to listen, contribute, and build ideas alongside others.
Learning hub location:
Lasell University
1844 Commonwealth Avenue
Newton, MA
The Lasell learning hub is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Located approximately eight miles from downtown Boston, the campus is accessible by commuter rail, Green Line, and bus
Approved and supported by Massachusetts
Felix Commonwealth Virtual School is:
A tuition-free Massachusetts public high school
Aligned to rigorous state standards and awards a Massachusetts diploma
Taught by Massachusetts-certified educators
An innovative alternative to traditional and private high schools
Launching its founding 9th and 10th grade classes in Fall 2026
Be part of the founding class.
Felix launches in Fall 2026 with its first cohort of students in grades 9 and 10.
Choose a more flexible, college-connected high school experience.
FAQs
Is Felix a public school?
Yes. Felix Commonwealth Virtual School is a tuition-free Massachusetts public high school approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Students earn a Massachusetts high school diploma.
Is Felix fully online?
Felix delivers virtual core academics through a personalized online platform inspired by the successful Khan World School model. Students also have access to an in-person learning hub at Lasell University for collaboration, seminars, and enrichment.
What does it cost to attend Felix?
Felix is a tuition-free public school. There is no cost to enroll.
Where is the Felix learning hub located?
The first Felix site is located on the Lasell University campus at 221 Woodland Road in Newton, Massachusetts. The campus is approximately eight miles from downtown Boston and is accessible via commuter rail, bus, and major roadways.
Can students earn college credit?
Yes. Felix offers an embedded dual enrollment program through Arizona State University. Students can take ASU online courses that count toward both high school graduation and college credit at no cost to families.
What grades does Felix serve?
Felix will launch in Fall 2026 with grades 9 and 10 and will expand to serve grades 9–12.