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Need More Help?Get to Know Isla—A finalist in the K12 National Cook-Off!
Meet Isla from Texas Virtual Academy at Hallsville! Watch her take on the ultimate cooking challenge and find out how to help her win the People’s Choice Award.
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Say hello to Isla, one of the top five student chefs in this year’s K12 National Cook-Off! A talented 9th grader from Texas Virtual Academy at Hallsville (TVAH), Isla brought both heart and flavor to the competition.
Isla stood out in a challenging virtual round and earned her spot in the finals, held at the Kitchen of Purpose in Arlington, Virginia. There, she turned a surprise set of ingredients into two amazing dishes—all under pressure and in front of the cameras!
🎬 See Isla in the Spotlight!
In our exciting five-episode mini-series, you’ll get to watch Isla and the other finalists face off in this high-stakes culinary competition. Get ready for creativity, intensity, and some mouthwatering moments.
🗳️ Be a Part of the Action!
You can help Isla win the People’s Choice Award by voting online between July 23–29, 2025, on the K12 Cook-Off website.
📅 Don’t Miss the Big Reveal
Winners will be announced on July 31, 2025, on the K12 Cook-Off website—mark your calendar!
Let’s show Isla some love and tune in to cheer her on!
Follow us on @K12.student to learn about all K12 competitions, and reach out to [email protected] with any questions.
