Community & Online School Events
Visit a Research Station in Costa Rica
Enrolled Students, Prospective Students
Join us as we head to the Osa Peninsula, home to more plants and animals than almost anywhere on Earth! We'll visit Osa Conservation's research station and meet the conservationists behind the projects protecting the rainforest and ocean that make this place so unique.
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Discovering Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Norton
Enrolled Students, Prospective Students
Step into the world of two legendary painters with this special K12 Virtual Field Trip to the Norton Museum of Art. Students will explore the artistry of Rembrandt and Vermeer, discovering how they used light, shadow, and detail to transform everyday scenes into extraordinary ones.
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Ready to dream big? The future of learning starts with YOU!
Enrolled Students, Prospective Students
Got a bold idea that could change the way we learn? The K12 Innovation Challenge is your chance to show it off! Open to all students in grades 6–12—whether you attend a K12-powered school or not. Think big, get creative, and pitch your vision for the future of education. You can work solo or team up with friends—just submit a 30-second to 2-minute video in one of these categories: 💡 Tomorrow’s Classroom – Reimagine what learning could be 🧠 Student Life Hacks – Smart solutions for everyday school challenges 🎮 Gamify It! – Make learning fun and level up education Make it to the national finals for a chance to win $500! 💰 Your ideas can shape what’s next—are you in? 📅 Submit your video by Feb. 9, 2026
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Bring the flavor! The K12 Cook-Off challenge starts now!
Enrolled Families, Enrolled Students
Got a creative recipe idea or love experimenting with flavors? The K12 Cook-Off is your chance to cook up something unforgettable! Open to all K12-powered students in grades 6–12. Bring your imagination to the table by creating an original dish that includes: 🍗 A protein 🍓 Something naturally red 🥔 A round-shaped ingredient 🥣 Something creamy 🌿 A spice or herb that’s not salt or pepper Five students will earn a trip to compete live at the National Cook-Off in Arlington, VA—and one talented chef will take home $1,000 and the championship title! Think you’ve got what it takes to wow the judges? Let’s see what you can create! 📅 Submit your dish by March 23, 2026
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