Iowa Virtual Academy at K12

05/12/2026

Virtual Field Trip!

Exploring the Dinosaur Museum with Paleontologist Dr. Emily Bamforth

Join us live at Alberta’s iconic Phillip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum for a walkthrough of their renowned fossil collections, both in the public galleries and behind the scenes, guided by expert paleontologist Dr. Emily Bamforth. Discover the ancient world of dinosaurs and the fascinating scientific techniques used to study them. Find out how new research is reshaping our understanding of prehistoric life and learn how the museum’s ongoing work continues to inspire curiosity and fuel new breakthroughs in paleontology.

Date/Time: May 12 at 11 AM (CT)

Click here to register: https://bit.ly/4cNQP1k

05/11/2026

IAVA End of Year Picnic will be held on May 15th in West Des Moines.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at IAVA!

To the moms and mother figures who help with homework, give the best hugs, and cheer on your student every step of the way—thank you.

You make their days brighter and their hearts fuller. We’re so lucky to partner with you on this learning journey!

05/08/2026

As we end Teacher Appreciation Week, we want to say thank you to our teachers for their dedication and passion for education.

05/08/2026

Thank you to all of our IAVA families who have already made their selection for the 2026–2027 school year!

Your commitment and support mean so much, and we’re excited to continue partnering with you next year.

💜 We appreciate you being part of the IAVA community!

05/08/2026

URGENT: IAVA classes are canceled today Friday, May 8. Please watch for further communication next week.

-IAVA Team

05/08/2026

URGENT: IAVA classes are canceled Friday, May 8. Please watch for further communication next week.

-IAVA Team

05/08/2026

URGENT: If you are currently logged into Canvas, please log off immediately. Do not click on any pop-up links. Canvas is temporarily unavailable while we investigate an escalation in the Instructure security incident. We will update you as soon as we have more information.

Thank you! - IAVA Team

05/07/2026

🍎Teacher Appreciation Week continues! 🍎

📧 Email a teacher (or 2 or 3) and share a favorite memory or tell them your favorite thing about them!

05/07/2026

05/06/2026

Virtual Field Trip!

Meet NASA Astronaut Terry Virts

Celebrated NASA astronaut, pilot of the space shuttle Endeavour, and crew member on the Russian Soyuz spacecraft, Terry Virts also spent 200 consecutive days in space as commander of the International Space Station — one of the longest continuous space missions of any NASA astronaut. Step back, more than 220 miles from Earth, and experience our planet from a new perspective. Terry helped install the outpost’s 360-degree observation module, which not only helped him take more photos than any astronaut before him but also gives those who see the images a deeper understanding of our planet’s beauty, climate, and place in the universe.

Date/Time: May 6 at 11 AM CST

Click here to register: https://bit.ly/3R39yNP