Weekly K12 Zone Guide

Calling all K–12 students — it’s your time to shine! This October, the K12 Zone is putting together a Thriller Dance performance for the Esports Homecoming Halftime Show, and we want YOU to be part of it.

✨ No experience needed — just bring your energy and excitement!
✨ Learn the moves during practice sessions in the Zone.
✨ Submit your video and be featured in the big Homecoming video premiere.

📅 Practice Schedule

• Tuesday, Sept. 30 @ 4:00 PM ET

• Thursday, Oct. 2

• Tuesday, Oct. 7

• Thursday, Oct. 9

📹 Video Submission Window: Oct. 13–15
🎥 Final Video Premiere: During the Esports Homecoming Halftime Show

👉 Don’t miss out — this is your chance to perform, connect, and celebrate with students nationwide!

🔗 Register here to join the Dance Team: Sign Up Now

Starting a new school year comes with a lot of moving pieces — but you don’t have to figure it out alone.

👉 Quick reminder: I can help with K12 Zone questions directly. For everything else — like account setup, logins, schedules, or materials — the fastest way to get answers is through the Back-to-School Support Rooms.

✨ Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM ET
🔗 Visit: K12.com/studenthelp

Here’s what you can do in the Support Rooms:

• Set up your student or Learning Coach account

• Track computer and materials shipments

• Get step-by-step help navigating OLS or Canvas

💡 When you arrive, you’ll be greeted in the main room and guided to the right breakout. Need more help? Agents can even follow up with a direct call.

And don’t forget — quick answers are available anytime at help.k12.com.

Get ready for a month full of fun in the National K12 Zone! This October, we’re celebrating with new games, new activities, and special surprises for students of all ages.

🎉 The excitement builds all month and culminates in Homecoming Spirit Week on October 20th, featuring:

• 🎮 Esports live broadcast

• 🎤 Halftime entertainment

• 🎨 Theme days

• 🎁 And more!

Mark your calendars and check the Zone often — you won’t want to miss all the fall fun!

Not sure what to do once you’re inside the K12 Zone? We’ve got you covered! The Student Video Toolkit is packed with short, easy-to-follow clips that show students how to explore, play, and connect.

Inside, students can learn how to:
✨ Adopt and level up a pet 🦄
✨ Play games like Tic-Tac-Toe, Chess, Sharks & Minnows, Sushi Smash, and more 🎮
✨ Customize lockers and desks 🖌️
✨ Use the Social Hub to find friends 👥
✨ Play music on the jukebox 🎶
✨ Join quests, races, and challenges 🏁
✨ Edit profiles, choose avatars, and unlock emotes 💫

…and much more!

👉 Explore the full Student Video Toolkit here: K12 Zone Student Smore

💡 Pro tip: Share this with your student — it’s the fastest way for them to feel confident, connected, and ready for fun in the Zone!

Ahoy, Learning Coaches! Next week is the final week to explore the Treasure Hunt Zone. Don’t miss the chance for your student to discover the hidden “Friendship Ship” — where the real treasure is making friends!

Here’s how you can help your student get entered before time runs out:
👉 Visit the Learning Coach Community (LCC) and use the Map Feature to share the name of one friend nearby.
👉 Have your student complete the quick Treasure Hunt form inside the Zone.

🎁 Weekly Giveaway: Every Friday this month, 20 families will win a $25 restaurant gift card — perfect for a playdate to celebrate new friendships.

⚓ Encourage your student to dive in today. It only takes a few minutes, and this is the last chance to be part of the drawing!

The K12 Zone is your student’s safe, interactive virtual space to connect, create, learn, and play — all within a fully monitored environment led by trained K12 moderators. It’s where friendships grow, creativity sparks, and learning becomes an adventure.

Your student may have access to one or both types of Zones:

• 🏫 School Zones – Exclusive to students at their school (no parent consent required)

• 🌎 National K12 Zones – Open to students nationwide (parent consent required for ages 12 and under)

Some schools offer both options, while others may offer just one or neither. Check with your school to confirm availability.

National K12 Zone Hours:
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–9:00 PM ET (school-year schedule)

📌 Important for families:

• Students 12 or under need verified parent consent to access the National Zone.

• Most K12-powered schools are opted in, but a few are not:
  ❌ CASC, DAOF, FLCCA, GWUOHS, IQCA, ISCA, ISOK, LSOA, MEVA, OHVA, OVCA, TVAH, UTVA
  ⚠️ High school access only: ALVA, CAVA

💡 See the section below for details on giving consent if your student is under 13 and your school participates in the National K12 Zones.

👉 Learn more about the K12 Zone, watch videos, and explore helpful links here: www.consent.k12.com

Want your student to explore the K12 Zone but not sure where to start? We’ve made it easy with a quick video walkthrough to show you exactly how to get there.

🧭 The K12 Zone is where students connect, play, and learn in a safe, monitored virtual environment — available during school hours and beyond!

👣 Here’s how your student can access the Zone:

🔗 Option 1: Use the Direct Link
Go to: zone.k12.com/t/auth/sso-worlds?autosso=true

📚 Option 2: Access through Canvas or OLS

1. Visit login.k12.com

2. Log in using your student’s credentials

3. Click on Resources

4. Select K12 Zone

🎮 From there, your student can choose which world to enter — based on what’s open at the time.

📹 Watch the video below for a step-by-step walkthrough!

For students 12 and under, parent consent is required to access the National K12 Zone (where students connect with peers nationwide in a safe, monitored space).

👉 The good news: it’s easier than ever! If you gave consent during enrollment, you’re all set. If not, you can complete it online in just a few clicks:

1. Go to www.consent.k12.com

2. Log in with your K12 enrollment credentials

3. Click My Account > Student Consent

4. Select your student and save changes

⚠️ Please note: Some schools are not opted in to the National Zone (CASC, DAOF, FLCCA, GWUOHS, IQCA, ISCA, ISOK, LSOA, MEVA, OHVA, OVCA, TVAH, UTVA). ALVA and CAVA have high school only access.

📹 Watch the quick walkthrough video below to see exactly how it works!

No packing, no travel — just exciting adventures your student can experience right from home. With K12 Virtual Field Trips, learning comes alive through live-streamed events that blend discovery, culture, and fun.

From swimming with dolphins to exploring art museums and meeting incredible wildlife, each trip is designed to spark curiosity and make learning memorable. And the best part? They’re free for all K12 students and families.

🎯 Coming Up Soon:
🐬 Delightful Dolphins — Clearwater Marine Aquarium | Sept. 17 @ 3:30 PM ET
🐴 Funny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary | Sept. 23 @ 1:00 PM ET
🦅 Birds of Prey — Vermont Institute for Natural Sciences | Sept. 24 @ 1:00 PM ET
🐢 Sea Turtle SOS: Rescue, Rehab & Release | Oct. 1 @ 2:00 PM ET

👉 Register now to grab your spot — and if you miss it live, no worries! Every session is recorded and available anytime in the K12 Enrichment Hub – Virtual Field Trips.

📬 Questions? Email: competitions@k12.com

• 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.