12-Year-Old Port Orchard Pianist To Play At Carnegie Hall March 15
Twelve-year-old pianist Ilyannie, a Washington Virtual Academies student, will perform at Carnegie Hall’s Zankel Hall on March 15 after winning first place in the Crescendo International Piano Competition.
Students Embrace Hands-on Agriculture at Home With Virtual Classes
Idaho teacher Abigail Heikes is redefining agricultural education by bringing hands-on, interactive learning to virtual students at Idaho Technical Career Academy.
Marian University Prep Invites Families To Learn About Innovative Education Model
Marian University Preparatory School is hosting a virtual panel, MU Prep 101, on March 19 to showcase its online K-12 education model. The event will highlight how MU Prep supports students academically, personally, and with faith-based values. Families can hear from students, parents, and teachers about the benefits of virtual learning.
Taylor Selected for Inaugural ‘Teaching Kentucky History Institute’
Corri Taylor, a Kentucky Virtual Academy teacher, was selected for the inaugural 2025 Teaching Kentucky History Institute.
Virtual School Donations Boost New Castle Career Center’s CNA Program
Indiana Digital Learning School recently revamped its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program, shifting from providing supplies to students to sending them directly to healthcare facilities.
Colorado Program Offers Online Students a Chance To Challenge Themselves Outdoors
While many students returned to traditional classrooms after the pandemic, some in Colorado have embraced online learning—and the outdoors. Talya and Malachi enjoy the flexibility of Destinations Career Academy of Colorado but admit it can be lonely. Their teacher, Hunter Stafford, launched an outdoor leadership pathway to help students build resilience and connect through hands-on experiences like hiking and wilderness first aid training. The program offers adventure, teamwork, and career exploration, showing students that learning isn’t confined to a screen. For Talya and Malachi, it’s a chance to grow, connect, and have fun beyond the classroom.
Budding Artists, Authors Get Tucson Festival of Books Recognition
Elizabeth, an eighth grader at Arizona Virtual Academy, was recognized as a winner in the Tucson Festival of Books Young Authors Contest.
Gallipolis 3rd Grader Becomes Finalist in Gaming Competition
Remington, a 10-year-old student at Ohio Virtual Academy, is making waves in game design with his creation, Math Monsters. Inspired by Pokémon, his game blends fun and education, earning him a finalist spot in the Stride K12 Game On Competition and the People’s Choice Award.