Weekly K12 Zone Guide

The Castle World is now live in the K12 Zone, offering an exciting virtual space for students to explore, connect, and imagine! Encourage your student to check out the grand royal castle, wander through the beautiful garden maze, and discover hidden treasures guarded by a dragon in its cave. Students can explore the village marketplace, visit the medieval library, or watch knights battle in the jousting arena. With so much to discover—from the serene lake to the telescope tower—there’s something for every interest.

✨ Remind your student to visit Castle World today and see what adventures await!

Get ready for a month of mystery with the Castle Quest Riddle Competition in the K12 Zone! Each week in March, students can solve daily castle-themed riddles featuring dragons, knights, and hidden treasures.

How it works:

• Check in daily for a new riddle.
• Submit answers to earn raffle entries.
• Four winners will be drawn each Friday to win a $25 Gift Card.

The more riddles solved, the better the chances of winning. Will your student unlock the castle’s final mystery? Let the riddles begin!

The K12 Zone offers fun, interactive games that help students connect and build friendships. Encourage your student to challenge a classmate to a quick game of Connect 4, where strategy and critical thinking are key to lining up four in a row. For a fast and fun brain teaser, students can play Tic-Tac-Toe, perfect for quick matches between activities. For those who love a challenge, Chess is available, allowing students to test their strategic skills and learn new moves while playing with friends.

📖Optional POC Activity: Fact Finders: History Edition

Students become history detectives by researching key historical figures and events to uncover fascinating facts. This activity encourages critical thinking and collaboration as students share their discoveries with classmates.

📜Optional Teacher Activity: History's Hidden Heroes: Clue Quest

Students explore the K12 Zone to find clues about lesser-known historical heroes. After gathering clues, they test their knowledge through a fun Kahoot game or Microsoft Form, deepening their understanding of impactful figures in history.

📌 Encourage students to participate and make the most of this week's interactive activities! 🚀

🍕 Pizza Party Game – Now in the Cafeteria! – Students can join the fun in the cafeteria with the Pizza Party Game, where they race against the clock to create the perfect pizza. From choosing toppings to baking the pie, students can test their speed and accuracy in this fast-paced, deliciously fun challenge!

🃏 Solitaire in the Student Center – Looking for a relaxing challenge? Students can head to the student center and enjoy a game of Solitaire. It’s the perfect way to unwind, sharpen problem-solving skills, and enjoy a classic solo card game.

🗄️ Claim & Decorate Your Locker! – Students can now claim a locker in the K12 Zone and make it their own! With a variety of colors, patterns, and decorations to choose from, lockers are a fun way for students to express their personality and add a personal touch to their virtual space.

• The K12 Zone is monitored by K12 moderators trained on the Zone layout and code of conduct, as well as how to interact with students within the Zone and what action to take if a student breaks the code of conduct.
• Your student can access their school’s K12 Zone and the National K12 Zone through their school’s OLS.
• The National K12 Zone is open from 9 AM–9 PM (ET), Monday through Friday. Each school K12 Zone’s hours are different. For questions about your school’s K12 Zone, please contact your school directly.

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In case you missed it, TVAH’s Virtual Field Trip brought all the excitement of a school trip right into the K12 Zone! Students enjoyed a dance floor to show off their best moves, challenged friends in the arcade, and tested their skills with Connect Four and chess matches. It was the perfect space for students who couldn’t attend the in-person trip to connect, play, and have fun together.

🎥 Relive the highlights and see the fun in action by watching our event recap video! ✨

📌 Stay tuned for more exciting events coming soon to the K12 Zone! 🚀