The National K12 Zones open for most schools this coming Monday, June 2 — and students 12 and under won’t be able to join without verified parental consent.

If your student is under 13 and you'd like them to access the National Zones this summer, you’ll need to complete the current consent process. We know it’s not the simplest system — and a better one is coming next year — but for now, this step is still required.

🕒 Consent can be completed at any time, but students won’t be able to access the Zone until it’s on file.

📋 Need Help? We’ve Got You Covered:

To support you through it, we’ve provided:

• 📌 Step-by-step flyers

• 🎞️ A PowerPoint walkthrough with screenshots

• ❓ An FAQ with answers to common questions

🔗 Start here when you're ready: www.consent.k12.com

We appreciate your patience with this process and your continued support in helping your student experience all the fun and connection the K12 Zone has to offer this summer! 💙

We’re excited to share the results of our K12 Zone Talent Show! 🎉
Ten students from across the country were randomly selected as winners — and their talents truly wowed us, from music and art to creative games and performances.

💬 Whether your student participated or just cheered from the sidelines, we hope this event sparked some inspiration and fun!

👀 You can view the full list of winners below and watch their amazing submissions by visiting our Talent Show Showcase linked below.

The Student Reel Competition is in its final days, and now it’s time for students to vote for their favorite videos!

K12-powered students from across the country submitted short, creative clips sharing what they love about the K12 Zone — and four winners (one per grade band) will each receive a $250 prize and be featured across the K12 community.

🗳️ Voting is open through Friday, May 30, and your encouragement can help your student participate!

Here’s how they can vote:

• Click the Student Reel sign inside the K12 Zone (pictured here), or

• Use the button/link provided below

Once on the page, they just need to scroll to the bottom and click “View Gallery” to browse all submissions and cast their vote.

🎉 Winners will be announced Monday, June 2 inside the K12 Zone!

Let’s celebrate student voices — every vote counts!

Need quick support, helpful resources, or just a little encouragement heading into summer? Join us Thursday, May 29 for our last Learning Coach Coffee Chat of the year!

🎙️ This week’s topic: Fast Help & Summer Resources
We’ll share easy-to-access tools, tips for a smoother summer, and ways to stay connected in the K12 community.

It’s a relaxed, come-as-you-are space where Learning Coaches swap stories, ask questions, and walk away with new ideas — and a bit of inspiration.

📍 Visit community.k12.com to join the conversation!

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!

Does your student love to draw, build, paint, snap photos, or create digital masterpieces? This is their moment to shine!

The 2025 K12 Art Competition is now open to all students in grades K–12, with over $15,000 in prizes up for grabs. Whether your learner prefers physical art, digital design, or photography, there’s a category that fits their creative style.

💵 Prizes include up to $250 in cash or Amazon gift cards, with both Judge’s Choice and People’s Choice winners selected in every grade and category!

✏️ Categories:

• Physical Art: Traditional 2D or 3D creations (photo submissions only — no shipping required!)

• Digital Art: Made with digital tools or apps

• Photography: Capture a moment, scene, or story through your lens

🗓️ Important Dates:

• Submissions Open: Now through August 25, 2025

• Judging: August 26 – October 3

• Public Voting: August 26 – September 26

• Winners Announced: October 22

📸 Finalists will present their artwork live on Zoom for a panel of judges!

👉 Encourage your student to submit their work today and show off their talent to the K12 community. It’s a fun, rewarding way to explore their creativity — and possibly win big!

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.)

The adventure continues! K12’s Virtual Field Trips bring hands-on learning to life — all from the comfort of home. From student-led farm tours to wildlife rescues and horse care, these upcoming events are perfect for curious minds of all ages.

🗓️ Here’s what’s coming up next:

🐄 On-the-Farm with Ava
May 29 at 3:00 PM ET
Meet a K12 student and tour her family’s farm — home to 52 animals! A fun and inspiring look at life on a real working farm.

🦁 Rustic Acres Wildcat Rescue
June 18 at 3:00 PM ET
Explore wildlife conservation up close and meet some of the rescued wildcats who now call Rustic Acres home.

🐴 Horse Care 101 at Happy Trails Sanctuary
June 25 at 12:00 PM ET
Learn the basics of grooming, feeding, and caring for horses with experts from Happy Trails.

🐓 Farmyard Explorers at Harmony Farm Sanctuary
July 9 at 3:00 PM ET
Discover how rescued farm animals are cared for — and what daily life is like at an animal sanctuary.

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

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.