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🌱🚜 Who says you need acres of farmland to learn about agriculture? This Idaho teacher is turning a backyard greenhouse into a virtual classroom, bringing hands-on ag lessons to students wherever they are! 💻🌾 From planting seeds to growing knowledge, K12-powered schools are making sure kids can dig into the science of farming—no matter their zip code. 🏡➡️📚 Check out this unique story and see how the future of ag education is taking root online! 🌎✨ https://bit.ly/4iNZe54

Great leaders don’t just set goals—they cultivate growth. 🌱 Stride’s Chief Learning Officer, Niyoka McCoy, shares powerful leadership lessons on how investing in people leads to stronger, more engaged teams. From professional development to celebrating wins (big and small), fostering work-life balance, and creating open communication, leadership is about building a culture where employees feel valued, empowered, and inspired. 💡 At Stride, we’ve seen firsthand how a little support goes a long way. Curious how you can do the same? Check out her insights here: https://bit.ly/4bLdGsh

Look out, Carnegie Hall! Here comes Ilyannie! 🎹🌟 From the piano to programming to spelling bees – there’s nothing this 12-year-old Washington Virtual Academies student can’t do! 🎶💻📚 Ilyannie just won first place at the Crescendo International Piano Competition, earning the chance to perform at Carnegie Hall! 🏆 But her achievements don’t stop there – she’s also a three-time Stride Spelling Bee champion, the 2024 K12 Innovation Challenge overall winner, a national civics finalist, and a tech innovator. ✨ Thanks to the flexibility of online learning, Ilyannie is proving that students can pursue their passions and excel in multiple fields! https://bit.ly/4hugR8X

No child should have to choose between their education and their well-being. 🧠 For Noah, Kentucky Virtual Academy is a beacon of hope, providing a nurturing environment where he could truly flourish. His mom, Tesha Fundora, shares how virtual learning empowered him to excel – and why protecting school choice is crucial for families like hers. Despite its incredible benefits, access to virtual education remains at risk. Every child deserves the opportunity to learn in the environment that brings out their best. 💻💡 Read Tesha’s inspiring story on why virtual learning is not just an option – it’s a necessity. https://bit.ly/41KZo6s

Lights, camera…cook! 🎬 🍽️ Go behind the scenes of our newest series – Kids Teach, as K12 CEO James J. Rhyu teams up with K12 National Cook-Off finalist, Aliyah for a lesson in the kitchen. With plenty of laughs and a little flour flying, this dynamic duo proves that learning (and cooking) is all about having fun. Stay tuned to see which one of our incredible students teaches James next!

A dedicated Kentucky Virtual Academy teacher, Corri has been selected for the inaugural 2025 Teaching Kentucky History Institute (TKHI)! 👩💼👏 As one of just 22 educators chosen for this prestigious program, Corri will dive deep into Kentucky’s early history, visit historical sites for hands-on learning, collaborate with academic experts, and gain instructional strategies and classroom resources to enrich her teaching. 📚 This incredible opportunity will allow Corri to bring Kentucky’s rich history to life for her students, covering Indigenous populations, European settlement, and the state’s role in the American Revolution. https://bit.ly/4hc97IG

Great teachers change lives—no matter where learning happens. 💡 The impact of their support, passion, and care shapes every student's success. 🌟

Sachchit, a Texas Online Preparatory School student, is using his passion for computer modeling to make a real difference. Inspired by the challenges disabled veterans face, he designed a fully accessible, sustainable, and safe living space – earning him top honors at the Business Professionals of America regional competition! 🏆✨ From voice-controlled systems to adjustable-height furniture and a wall of honor for military service, Sachchit’s 3D-modeled home prioritizes both functionality and comfort. His dedication to research, innovation, and service shines through – and now his work is headed to the Texas BPA State Leadership Conference! Congrats Sachchit! 👏 https://bit.ly/4hfWImV

🚑 Learning beyond the screen! Shari, an RN and medical instructor at Destinations Career Academy of Colorado, is taking medical training to the next level by bringing her mobile classroom directly to her online students. 🩺✨ With 25+ years of innovation, K12-powered schools are creating hands-on learning experiences that prepare students for real-world careers. See how Shari is making education more engaging and accessible than ever!

Bentley's story is a shining example of the power of personalized education. 🌟 After switching to Texas Virtual Academy at Hallsville, he went from struggling in school to excelling. 📈 Virtual learning offered him the flexibility to thrive academically while maintaining social connections. 💻🤝 His success highlights the positive impact that flexible learning environments can have on students' lives. https://bit.ly/3XNzHkd