At the K¹² International Academy, we are often asked how we successfully support all of our clubs and socialization online.

Because we believe that connected learners are successful learners, our online clubs help foster relationships—and build life-long friendships, a key ingredient in student and parent satisfaction.

Though school-sponsored clubs are teacher moderated, they are often initiated and brought to life by energetic students who are eager to share their passion for an activity or topic with other like-minded learners. Without the online environment, which greatly enhanced the success of the club, this would have been impossible to accomplish.

Much like what students experience in a traditional school setting, our clubs offer many of the same features, as well as some added benefits. The only difference is that students connect through a web-based meeting tool, rather than face-to-face.

Here are some examples of our clubs and how they work:

Book Club

The Book Club meets each month via Elluminate Live!, a web-based meeting tool. It's here that students select a novel to read and discuss the novel once they finish. Students remain connected through this password-protected website, which features a message board dedicated to the club and to the book of the month. Students can find a synopsis and "extras" from the period/setting of the book, fun trivia, and much more.

Model United Nations

Model United Nations is an authentic simulation of the UN General Assembly, which catapults students into the world of diplomacy and negotiation. In Model UN, students step into the shoes of ambassadors of UN member states, from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe to debate current issues on the Organization's vast agenda.

The student delegates in Model UN, prepare policy statements, draft resolutions, plot strategy, negotiate with supporters and adversaries, resolve conflicts, and navigate the UN's rules of procedure--all in the interest of mobilizing "international cooperation" to resolve problems that affect almost every country on Earth.

Before playing out their ambassadorial roles in Model UN, students do research on the particular global problems to be addressed. The problems are drawn from today's headlines.

Make an Impact Club

Make an Impact Club teaches students to creatively show love to others.  Together, we will seek ways to make a difference in the lives of people around us.

Science Photography Club

This science club, with a photography emphasis, allows students to explore science and uses photography as a way to catch those moments. Students have opportunities to present their findings “live” to the club members, and enjoy monthly Scavenger Hunts!