- February 23, 2026
Students from Trailblazer Academy in Ormond Beach claimed five out of 10 top awards statewide in the 2025-2026 Florida Virtual School Science Fair.
The winners included:
"This recognition reflects the caliber of individuals we serve and the level of rigor we expect,” said Samantha Wood, co-founder of Trailblazer Academy, in a press release. “Our learners are capable of deep thinking, original research, and sophisticated problem-solving when they are placed in an environment that challenges and supports them.”
Trailblazer Academy is a women-owned, Ormond Beach-based gifted program serving students in grades 3-9. It opened in 2025 and the students' achievements mark the school's first major public recognition.
“With over 250,000 students eligible to participate through FLVS, for our learners to earn five of the ten top awards is remarkable,” Wood said. “We are incredibly proud of their discipline, originality, and perseverance.”
To learn more, visit trailblazeracademy.net.
