The Student Experience at Felix
Felix is a tuition-free public online high school built for independence, depth and real-world preparation.
Students have the flexibility to complete digital coursework from anywhere. They also benefit from face-to-face peer collaboration, socialization and personalized instruction with access to a learning hub at Lasell University that brings learning to life.
How learning works at Felix
Virtual core academics
Felix delivers college-prep coursework through a personalized online platform inspired by the success of the Khan World School @ ASU Prep model.
Students:
Complete fully online core academics from anywhere
Move at a pace that aligns with their goals
Participate in weekly live lessons
Receive guidance from Massachusetts-certified teachers
Demonstrate mastery through meaningful feedback and revision
This rigorous curriculum meets state standards and leads to a Massachusetts diploma.
Learning hub at Lasell University
The hub at Lasell University enhances the virtual experience by providing students with a place to connect, build community and learn in a university setting. On campus, Felix students enjoy access to the resources, support services and enrichments that are typically only available to college students.
Explore the vision behind Felix.
In-Depth Explorations (IDEs)
IDEs are multi-week projects driven by student interest. Students develop research skills and intellectual confidence as they:
Choose a topic they care about
Conduct research and analysis
Build a final product, including presentations, research papers, media projects or other formats
Share their work with peers
Socratic Seminars
Socratic Seminars are structured, student-led discussions centered on real-world challenges.
Sample topics include:
How should we address homelessness in the United States?
Can you separate art from the artist?
Can we generate all of our electricity with renewables?
Students prepare and debate respectfully, strengthening their ability to listen, articulate and defend ideas. These discussions develop communication skills and critical thinking that prepare students for college and the modern workforce.
Wonder Sessions
Wonder Sessions foster curiosity and cross-disciplinary thinking through interactive lectures and demonstrations. Students are challenged to think broadly and deeply as they explore questions like:
Why do visual illusions fool our brains?
How does probability bias influence decisions?
What should you understand before buying a home?
Attend an info session to dive deeper into what learning at Felix looks like.
Tuition-free college credits and university access
College-level expectations begin now. Felix offers dual enrollment in college courses 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.
This puts students on an accelerated path to college and future careers while reducing higher education expenses.
Personalized learning and support
Every Felix student works with a Massachusetts-certified teacher, or Guide, to develop a personalized learning plan aligned to their goals.
Students thrive with:
One-on-one feedback
Regular check-ins
Academic planning and support
Guidance toward college and career pathways
A mastery-based model focused on growth and improvement
Multiple opportunities to demonstrate learning and refine their work
Who thrives at Felix?
Felix is built for students who are ready to take ownership of their education.
Students who find success at Felix:
Are comfortable learning independently
Manage time and commitments responsibly
Welcome feedback and revision
Engage deeply in discussion and exploration
Are ready for college-level expectations
This is what high school can look like.
Ready for more flexibility, deeper learning and free college credit?
Felix is now accepting applications for Fall 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Felix Student Experience
How does daily learning work at Felix?
Students engage in core academic coursework online at a personalized pace. This is complemented by live virtual lessons and activities such as Socratic Seminars, In-Depth Explorations, and Wonder Sessions all designed to foster communication, collaboration and critical thinking skills that prepare them for college and careers.
Do students attend school in person?
Core academics are delivered online. Students have access to the Lasell University learning hub in Newton 5 days a week, where they gather for optional engagement, enrichment and community-building in a collegiate setting.
What makes Felix different from other high school experiences?
Virtual core academics: Personalized, self-paced online learning, guided by great teachers
In-person university-based learning: Students gather at Lasell University in Newton to build community and access supports, services,and enrichments on the college campus
In-Depth Explorations (IDEs): Multi-week projects that dive deep into areas of student interest
Socratic Seminars: Student-led discussions about real-world challenges
Wonder Sessions: Interactive hands-on demos that spark curiosity and inspire learning
College pathways: Students can take online courses from Arizona State University and earn both high school graduation and college credit at no cost
How does Felix prepare students for college?
Felix delivers rigorous college-prep coursework and offers tuition-free dual enrollment through Arizona State University. Students can earn both high school and college credit while still in high school.
Who teaches at Felix?
Students are supported by Massachusetts-credentialed teachers, known as Guides, who provide personalized guidance, feedback and academic planning support.