Starting June 2nd, schools will be opted into the National K12 Zones — an exciting virtual space where students can connect, explore, and engage all summer long!

If your student is 12 or under, a quick parental consent form is required before they can join the National Zone. While we’re working on a simpler process for next school year, this summer still uses the current system.

💡 Why this matters:

Without consent, students under 13 won’t be able to access the National Zone. We’d love for your student to take full advantage of everything it offers — from scavenger hunts to creative clubs and more!

✅ What to do:

The process only takes a few minutes, and we’ve made it easy to get started with the resources below:

📌 Step-by-step flyers
📊 A PowerPoint guide with step-by-step instructions
❓ A helpful FAQ for common questions

🔗 Start here: www.consent.k12.com

Thank you for helping us create a safe, fun, and welcoming experience for every student this summer! 💙

The K12 Zone Talent Show wraps up today, and we’re so excited to celebrate the incredible creativity of students from across the country!

🎉 At 5:00 PM ET this evening (Wednesday, May 21st), we’ll announce the 10 randomly selected winners inside the Auditorium of the K12 National Zone. Each winner will receive a $20 Amazon gift card — no judges, no voting, just a fun way to celebrate student expression!

💬 If your student submitted a video — or just wants to cheer on their peers — encourage them to hop into the Zone and tap the ❤️ on their favorite entries. The hearts don’t impact who wins, but they’re a great way to show support and encouragement.

👇 Click below to view the submissions and celebrate all the talent on display!

We’re in the final days of the K12 Zone Student Video Challenge — and there’s still time for your student to enter!

Encourage them to create a short (60-second), vertical video answering:
“What do YOU love about the K12 Zone?”
It could be the games, the emotes, the friends they’ve made, or the fun of learning in a new way — whatever makes the Zone special to them.

📅 Submissions due: May 23
🗳️ Public voting: May 26–30
🏆 Prizes: $250 gift card for one winner in each grade band
🎉 Winning videos will be featured across the K12 community!

This is a fun, creative way for students to reflect on their experience — and your encouragement could be the spark they need to share their voice! 💙

Looking for support, tips, or just a little encouragement as we head into summer? Join us in the Learning Coach Community for weekly chats designed just for you!

🎙️ Our Live Podcast Series continues every Thursday during Coffee Chats — covering everything from staying motivated to building your summer learning plan.

🗓️ Upcoming topics include:

• May 22: Creating a Summer Learning Plan

• May 29: Fast Help & Summer Resources

☕ It’s a great way to connect with other Learning Coaches, hear practical ideas, and ask questions in a relaxed, supportive space.

📎 Check out the flyer below for full session details and times.
👉 Then head to community.k12.com to join the fun!

Every K12-powered school is different when it comes to Zone access:

• 🏫 Some schools have School Zones (no parent consent needed)

• 🌎 Some have opted into the National K12 Zones (consent needed if your student is 12 or under)

• 🔄 Some offer both, and a few may offer neither

Your student’s access depends on what their school has chosen to provide.

✅ Check with your school directly to find out which Zones are available!

If your student is 12 or younger and wants to explore the National K12 Zone, parental consent is required.
✅ No consent is needed for School Zones, where students only interact with their own classmates.

How to Give Consent:

• Visit consent.k12.com

• Log in with your Legal Guardian credentials

• Select your student(s) and follow the steps

🔐 Without consent, students under 13 can access School Zones only.

👉 Click below for full details!

Most K12 students already have access to Minecraft Education through their school account!
If you haven't set it up yet, it's quick and easy to get started.

✅ Download Minecraft Education
✅ Log in with your K12 school credentials
✅ Jump into the K12 Worlds and start exploring!

👉 Click below for a simple setup guide:

The National K12 Zones will be open all summer long, Monday–Friday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST — a great way for students to stay connected and have fun throughout the break.

📌 Reminder: If your student is 12 or under, a parent or guardian must complete consent to access the National Zone.
(Consent is not needed for School Zones.)

K12’s Virtual Field Trips continue to bring the world to your student — no permission slips needed! From wildlife rescues to modern art museums, each trip is designed to spark curiosity and make learning meaningful and fun.

🗓️ Here’s what’s coming up next:
🐢 Totally Turtles at Clearwater Marine Aquarium
May 21 at 2:30 PM ET – Dive into the world of sea turtle rescue and conservation

🎮 Esports: Valorant Gameplay Review
May 21 at 7:00 PM ET – A behind-the-scenes look at college esports strategy and play (ages 13+)

💎 Artists’ Jewelry: From Cubism to Pop
May 28 at 3:00 PM ET – Explore mini masterpieces at the Norton Museum of Art

🐄 On-the-Farm with Ava
May 29 at 3:00 PM ET – Meet a K12 student and tour her family’s farm with 52 animals!

🦁 Rustic Acres Wildcat Rescue
June 18 at 3:00 PM ET – Learn about wildlife conservation and meet real rescued wildcats

🐴 Horse Care 101 at Happy Trails Sanctuary
June 25 at 12:00 PM ET – Learn the basics of grooming and caring for horses

🐓 Farmyard Explorers at Harmony Farm Sanctuary
July 9 at 3:00 PM ET – Discover how farm animals are cared for and what sanctuary life looks like

🎥 Can’t attend live? All trips are recorded so your student can watch anytime!

🔗 Explore upcoming trips and past recordings:

If your child loves to draw, color, paint, or just make things—the K12 Zone Art Club is the perfect place to let their creativity shine!

🖍️ Open to students in the K–2 and 3–5 National Zones, this club offers a weekly space to create, share, and be inspired by other young artists from across the country.

Each session includes:

• 🎨 Fun themed projects

• 🧠 Creative inspiration

• 🌟 Student showcases and shout-outs

Whether they join once or every week, it’s a judgment-free zone where imagination leads the way!

📬 Want updates about upcoming Art Club events and highlights?
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Being a Learning Coach comes with a lot of questions—and even more heart. That’s why we host Coffee with the Coaches, a casual weekly chat just for you.

It’s a relaxed, judgment-free space where Learning Coaches from all over the country come together to:

• ☕ Swap stories and real-life tips

• 💬 Ask questions big or small

• 🌟 Get support, ideas, and encouragement

Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been on this journey a while, you’re welcome here.

📅 Thursdays at 10:00 AM CST
🖱️ Click below to register and join the conversation!

• 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.