The K12 Zone Report

Host an activity in the K12 National Zones — and earn a $50 gift card!

We’re looking for creative, engaging summer events led by educators just like you. From trivia nights and karaoke to cooking demos, read-alouds, or craft sessions — if it’s fun for students, it’s perfect for the Zone.

✅ Pick your activity (live or self-paced)
✅ We’ll help you host it in all 4 National Zones
✅ You get a $50 gift card of your choice

You don’t need it all figured out — just share your idea and we’ll help with the rest!

👉 Ready to get started?
[Fill out this quick form]

Some students can explore now — others will need to wait just a little longer.

If your school already had access to the K12 National Zones, your students can continue using the platform as usual. But if your school is opting in this summer, student access has been delayed until (hopefully) Monday, June 9.

📌 Important: Students age 12 and under still cannot enter the National Zones without verified parental consent — even if their school already has access.

To avoid login issues, please help families complete the quick consent process now.

🔗 Key Links:
Consent Site: www.consent.k12.com
Zone Login: zone.k12.com/t/auth/sso-worlds?autosso=true

Thanks for helping ensure a smooth launch for your students — we can’t wait to welcome everyone into the Zones!

We’re designing a customizable Back-to-School Zone that schools can use at the start of the year — and we want your input!

This template will be fully editable and easy to personalize for your school community. Whether you’re welcoming students, introducing staff, or showcasing key programs, this Zone can serve as your school’s virtual home base during those first important weeks.

💡 What would you want to include?

• A welcome video from your ED or school leader?

• A spotlight on clubs and extracurriculars?

• Interactive games or photo booths?

• Key dates and orientation info?

• A “Meet the Staff” gallery?

👉 Share your ideas on our collaborative Padlet below!
Whether it's a feature you've already used or something you've been dreaming of, we want to hear it.

We’re putting the final touches on the new “Create Your Own Zone” feature.

We had hoped to roll out instant Classroom Zones this week — but we're holding off just a bit longer to make sure everything is smooth, simple, and ready for you to use with confidence.

🎯 Our new target launch date is next Wednesday, and we’ll include a full update, how-to video, and step-by-step guide in next week’s newsletter.

In the meantime, you can still request a Classroom Zone the traditional way — and if you're ready to start designing, don’t miss Zone Design 101 every Wednesday (alternating between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM CST), or watch the full training at your convenience.

Need a little inspiration? Watch how Ms. Ratzloff, a math interventionist at OVCA, transformed learning through her classroom Zone:

🎥 Ms. Ratzloff’s Classroom Zone Presentation
🎥 Zone Design 101 Recording

We’re kicking off our new monthly gaming series with a fun, interactive after-school event designed to build student connection and community.

🗓️ Wednesday, June 11
⏰ Event begins at 4:00 PM EST
📍 6–8 National Zone
🎮 Login by 3:30 PM EST to be ready when the fun begins!

This exciting Game Jam is open to all eligible students in grades 6–8 — and it’s a great way to meet new friends, play together, and celebrate summer in the Zone!

📌 Reminder: Students age 12 and under must have signed parental consent on file to participate.

The votes are in — and we’re excited to celebrate the creativity and talent of students across the country!

Congratulations to the four winners of our first-ever Student Reel Competition! Each winner created a one-minute video sharing what they love about the K12 Zone and will receive a $250 gift card (sent to their Learning Coach via email).

🏆 Winners by Grade Band:

• K–2: Amra, CPA, 2nd Grade

• 3–5: James, NCVA, 4th Grade

• 6–8: Kaiyah, Paul K12 Private, 7th Grade

• 9–12: Kaly, DATX, 10th Grade

🎉 Their videos are now featured in the K12 Zone — be sure to check them out and celebrate their amazing work!

Thank you to everyone who submitted, voted, and supported this event. The energy and creativity students bring to the Zone continue to inspire us all.

We’re thrilled to announce the four amazing winners of our Educator Reel Challenge!

These educators shared powerful, creative videos about how the K12 Zone is making a difference in their classrooms — and we’re so excited to celebrate them:

🏆 Winners:

• Ms. Sorg – INDGA

• Ms. Bacon – OHVA

• Ms. Ratzloff – OVCA

• Ms. Fraley – OHVA

🎁 Each winner will receive a $50 gift card!

Thank you to every educator who submitted a video and shared your story. Your passion and innovation are what make the Zone so special. 💙

If you’re unable to attend the K12 Zone 101 Training for Teachers, no worries! You can catch up anytime by watching the recording linked below.