Led by Mary Morem, Head of School at Minnesota Virtual Academy, Houston Public Schools, Spring Grove, and Mabel-Canton are empowering students through innovative partnerships. From launching a student-led business at Spring Grove Cinema to earning CDL certifications, these initiatives blend education, industry, and civic engagement.
Eric Olsen, a teacher at Idaho Technical Career Academy, has turned his high school memories into a thrilling card game, Flip 7. After three years of development, Flip 7 is a finalist for the prestigious Toy of the Year award.
Isabella, a Highpoint Virtual Academy of Michigan student, is a rising ballet star training with the Grand Rapids Ballet School and Junior Company while balancing her demanding academic schedule.
Melanie Brady, a USC lecturer, offers insights on supporting students with serious medical conditions, highlighting the importance of personalized education strategies. She outlines options such as 504 plans, homeschooling, virtual education programs, and California Virtual Academies to help students continue their studies while managing their health.
Kate Hushion, a Columbia Teachers College graduate, founded ArtCart nine years ago to address the lack of elementary art education in her community. Through this mobile program, she brings creative opportunities to children across West Virginia, including students from West Virginia Virtual Academy, who can now access hands-on art experiences.
For the 10th year, Tyler and Monica Slaven of Ashland are spreading holiday cheer to children at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus through their annual toy drive. Started in 2015 while they were students at Ohio Virtual Academy, the drive has collected over 100,000 toys.
Cora, a 10th-grade student at Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy, placed second in the K12 National Photography Competition for her stunning photo of rain droplets on a leaf. Competing against over 12,000 entries, Cora’s creativity and technical skill earned her a $500 prize.
Iowa Virtual Academy students from across the state came together for a fun-filled in-person event at bowling centers. The event allowed students to connect with classmates and teachers outside of their online classrooms, fostering meaningful face-to-face interactions.
Students from Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy participated in a hands-on FARM Science Lab on Nov. 22, learning about agriculture’s impact on daily life
K12, a leader in online K–12 education for over 25 years, is proud to announce the nationwide launch of K12 Tutoring, a personalized, online tutoring service designed to help students excel academically.