Meet Our 2026 Champions

We are proud to celebrate our 2026 K12 National Competition winners! From innovative ideas and creative storytelling to robotics champions and culinary masterpieces, these students showcased incredible talent, passion, and determination.

 
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K12 Writing Competition

Winners were announced on March 11, 2026. Explore winning entries below!

EXPLORE WINNING ENTRIES

K12 Talent Showdown

Winners were announced following the live performances on June 8, 2026. Watch their performances and meet the talented winners below!

K-2 Grade Band

Polly, 2nd Grade

Washington Virtual Academy

Musical Performance Winner

K-2 Grade Band

Ali, 2nd Grade

Michigan Virtual Charter Academy

Creative Performance Winner

K-2 Grade Band

Ellie, 2nd Grade

Arkansas Virtual Academy

Variety Acts Winner

K-2 Grade Band

Jade, 2nd Grade

Virginia Virtual Academy

People's Choice Winner

3-5 Grade Band

Josiah, 3rd Grade

California Virtual Academies

Musical Performance Winner

3-5 Grade Band

Hayven, 3rd Grade

Iowa Virtual Academy

Creative Performance Winner

3-5 Grade Band

Ollivander, 3rd Grade

Ohio Virtual Academy

Variety Acts Winner

3-5 Grade Band

Landon, 4th Grade

Virginia Virtual Academy

People's Choice Winner

6-8 Grade Band

Hudson, 6th Grade

Ohio Virtual Academy

Musical Performance Winner

6-8 Grade Band

Leylani, 8th Grade

Digital Academy of Florida

Musical Performance Winner

6-8 Grade Band

Claire, 7th Grade

Ohio Virtual Academy

Creative Performance Winner

6-8 Grade Band

Francesco, 7th Grade

California Virtual Academies

Variety Acts AND People's Choice Winner

9-12 Grade Band

Leilani, 10th Grade

Arkansas Virtual Academy

Musical Performance Winner

9-12 Grade Band

Bentlieh, 12th Grade

Texas Online Preparatory School

Creative Performance Winner

9-12 Grade Band

Gerry, 10th Grade

Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy

People's Choice Winner

K12 Innovation Challenge

Winners were announced following the live presentations on June 11, 2026. Watch their pitches and meet the innovative winners below!

6-8 Grade Winner

Rida, 8th Grade

Canyon Park Middle School

Project: Transfer Tasks

6-8 Grade Winner

Tairah, 8th Grade

Canyon Park Middle School

Project: Transfer Tasks

6-8 Grade Winner

Navya, 8th Grade

Canyon Park Middle School

Project: Transfer Tasks

9-12 Grade Winner

Mahum, 10th Grade

Texas Virtual Academy at Hallsville

Project: Early Matters

K12 Robotics Competition

Winners were announced following the final competition on June 10, 2026. Meet the winners from grades 4-6, 7-9, and 10-12 below!

4-6 Grade Winner

Jake, 5th Grade

Texas Virtual Academy at Hallsville

Team Name: Cardboardbuildr

7-9 Grade Winner

Diego, 7th Grade

Colorado Preparatory Academy

Team Name: TechnoBots

10-12 Grade Winners

Jason, Sarai, & Luke, 11th Grade

The Keystone School

Team Name: Cyberstorm_Keystone

K12 National Cook-Off

Meet the 2026 K12 National Cook-Off Champion and People’s Choice Winner!

Olivia, 9th Grade

Indiana Digital Learning School

2026 K12 Cook-Off
National Champion & People's Choice Winner

Keilani, 10th Grade

Texas Virtual Academy at Hallsville

2026 K12 National Cook-Off People's Choice Winner

K12 Reel Me Competition

Hear #REEL stories from real K12-powered students.

K-2nd Grade Winners

Monica, 1st Grade

1st Place Winner

Ohio Virtual Academy

I'm Happy With K12!!

Monica is happy with K12! She is confident, she feels safe and comfortable at home. She loves that she can work at her own pace. She loves the K12 zones and she loves making friends! She loves K12 and she loves being a student at OHVA!

Jaylece, 1st Grade

2nd Place Winner

Destinations Career Academy of New Mexico

My K12 Why!

Why is K12 right for me? I have attended K12 since kindergarten and have received all the supplies I need to succeed, including a computer, books, and more, all for free. I enjoy the flexible schedule, live classes, and opportunities to make friends through programs like K12 Zone. Most importantly, K12 gives me more time with my family, which means a lot to me and is one of the main reasons K12 is right for me.

Virginia, 2nd Grade

3rd Place Winner

North Carolina Virtual Academy

My K12 Wake Up

This is why I love K12. If I wake up too early, I can read. I can have breaks when I need it. The teachers are friendly. I love the games, videos, and classes. I can work at my own pace. I love the fox. That's why I love K12!

Hugh, 1st Grade

People's Choice Winner

Insight School of Washington

Why I Love K12 Online!

K12 online makes learning fun and exciting. I get to stay home with my family and wear my comfy clothes. I love the videos, games and fun activities. I like being able to talk and make new friends during the live classes each day. I love reading with Amira and I especially love doing Math; It's my favorite subject. I can't wait to be in second grade.

#MostVotes

3-5th Grade Winners

Cora, 4th Grade

1st Place Winner

Virginia Virtual Academy

Why I Love K12

K12 is the right fit for me because people respect me, and I feel acknowledged during classes and in the K12 zone. I also believe that K12 is the right fit for me because the teachers (such as Miss Brubaker) make things fair and help you when you need it.

Eduardo, 3rd Grade

2nd Place Winner

Washington Virtual Academy

Why do I love homeschooling with K12?

K12 helps me learn at my own pace, achieve my goals, and still enjoy being a kid. Beyond academics, it's helped me build confidence, character, and a strong sense of who I am. Thank you, K12!

KhRon, 5th Grade

3rd Place & People's Choice Winner

North Carolina Virtual Academy

No Bullies Allowed

K12 is the right fit for me, because I was having a hard time with bullies. K12 challenges me in ways my public school did not. K12 has helped me focus better with less distractions. With the help of my learning coaches and teachers, it motivates me to be successful and and want to learn.

6-8th Grade Winners

Volodymyr, 6th Grade

1st Place Winner

Friendship Online Public Charter School

POV: You're Enrolled in Friendship Online

K12 is the right fit for me because of the fun and engaging classes, free time after school, and opportunities to win $500 :).

Elioenai, 8th Grade

2nd Place Winner

Agora Cyber Charter School

K12: Why it's the best school for you.

K12 has given me more opportunities to enjoy my free time and do the things I love the most. Like drawing.
K12 has also given me ways to hang out with my friends and enjoy the world around me.
K12 has also helped me have a flexible schedule for me to rest and sleep in a bit more
Thank you K12!

Sana, 8th Grade

3rd Place Winner

Tennessee Virtual Academy

Therapists' best advice.

K12 is the right fit for me because it gives me the freedom to express myself without feeling judged. I’ve been able to make plenty of friends, and I can enjoy my hobbies whenever I have breaks. I love that the schedule gives me time to paint, crochet, eat, rest, or even play Roblox with my friends. This year, I’ve made so many new friends, and I’m genuinely happy to have met them. Overall, I think K12 is a very supportive and enjoyable school.

#FanFavorite

Gali, 7th Grade

People's Choice Winner

Texas Virtual Academy at Hallsville

Why K12

K12 is the best fit for me because I can learn at my own pace in a safe, supportive environment. The teachers are always kind and ready to help, and thanks to K12, I improved my math grade to over a 90. I also enjoy the fun activities and having more time with my family.

9-12th Grade Winners

Skylar, 10th Grade

1st Place Winner

Ohio Virtual Academy

The reasons I love OHVA

I’ve attended OHVA for the past 8 years and love being part of this community. OHVA has supported me throughout my education while allowing me to pursue gymnastics, attend youth events, and stay involved in my faith. I’m grateful for this opportunity and thankful for everything OHVA has done for me. Go Cardinals!

London, 9th Grade

2nd Place Winner

Digital Academy of Texas

How K12 Is Shaping Futures!!

K12 is the right fit for me because it lets me learn in a way that works best for me. The flexibility has helped me stay focused, build confidence, and pursue my goals outside of school. While it still takes hard work, K12 has helped me become more independent and excited about my future."

Sophia, 9th Grade

3rd Place Winner

Arizona Virtual Academy

My K12 Why Reel Me

I need my school to be flexible, and K12 is perfect for that. School doesn't take up my whole day, yet I’m still learning consistently. I have excellent teachers, clubs, extracurricular activities, and so much more—even more than a regular school offers. That’s my why

Natalia, 10th Grade

People's Choice Winner

Arizona Virtual Academy

Why I Recommend K12

K12 is amazing because I love to travel and can do school wherever and whenever. I am also in the process of early graduation, and the teachers and staff here are so helpful and make everything so much easier.

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K12 Art Competition

Winners will be announced in September 2026.

K12 Photography Competition

Winners will be announced in October 2026.

Meet the K12 Esports League 2026 Winter Champions!

K12PEA Wolves

2026 Winter Champions

Super Smash Bros.

WAVA Orcas

2026 Winter Champions

Valorant

CAVA Bears-iRookRolledYou

2026 Winter Champion

Varsity Chess

K12PEA Wolves-King_SockyXXIV

2026 Winter Champions

Chess Open

OHVA Cardinals

2026 Winter Champions

Rocket League

CAVA Bears

2026 Winter Champion

Varsity Marvel Rivals

CAVA Bears

2026 Winter Champion

Marvel Rivals Open

WAVA Orcas

2026 Winter Champion

Varsity Fortnite

TVAH Bobcats

2026 Winter Champion

Fortnite Open

Learn more about the finalists and winners from our K12 National Competitions throughout the years!

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2026 Competition Winners

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