Events Calendar
Get ready to mark your calendars because our online school is buzzing with upcoming events that promise to ignite curiosity, foster connections, and fuel inspiration. Whether you're passionate about academic pursuits, eager to engage in extracurricular activities, or seeking opportunities to connect with fellow students and educators, we've got something for everyone at COA! Join us and let's make every moment count!
Turtles: Rescue, Rehab, and Release in Action
Enrolled Students, Prospective Students
Join the Marine Science Center for a behind-the-scenes look at how sea turtles are rescued, rehabilitated, and released back into the ocean. Through real-life stories and a recorded video of a turtle release, students will discover how science, compassion, and teamwork come together to save marine animals.
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Exploring the Lemur Forest
Enrolled Students, Prospective Students
Travel to the Duke Lemur Center in Durham, North Carolina, where lemurs can spend their summer days leaping, snacking, and snoozing in large forest habitats. Education Programs Manager Megan McGrath will take you on a virtual adventure into one of those forest habitats, so you can watch the lemurs while you learn all about them and their native home, Madagascar.
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Exploring the Norton Museum of Art
Enrolled Students, Prospective Students
Join us for a K12 Virtual Field Trip to the Norton Museum of Art! From bold contemporary pieces to classic works from Europe, America, and China, the Norton’s collection has something for everyone. You’ll see how artists share their voices through color, shape, and design, and maybe even find inspiration for your own creativity.
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Carolus Online Academy
Carolus Online Academy Orientation
Enrolled Families, Enrolled Students
Join us for a guided orientation session to help your family feel confident and ready for the first day of school at Carolus Online Academy! This webinar will walk you through key topics including: Attendance & schedule expectations Account setup for Learning Coaches and students Testing and FLEX program info Clubs, in-person events, and student engagement Who to contact for help and important next steps Whether you’re new or returning, this session is designed to answer your questions and set you up for success. Live Q&A included!
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Ready to Rescue at Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Enrolled Students, Prospective Students
Step behind the scenes at Clearwater Marine Aquarium to discover what it really takes to be ready to rescue! From sea turtles to dolphins, CMA’s rescue team works around the clock to respond to animals in need.
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Carolus Online Academy
Carolus Online Academy Orientation
Enrolled Families, Enrolled Students
Join us for a guided orientation session to help your family feel confident and ready for the first day of school at Carolus Online Academy! This webinar will walk you through key topics including: Attendance & schedule expectations Account setup for Learning Coaches and students Testing and FLEX program info Clubs, in-person events, and student engagement Who to contact for help and important next steps Whether you’re new or returning, this session is designed to answer your questions and set you up for success. Live Q&A included!
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Discovering Contemporary Art at the Norton
Enrolled Students, Prospective Students
What makes art “contemporary”? In this K12 Virtual Field Trip, students will explore how today’s artists share their ideas through bold colors, surprising materials, and fresh perspectives. Together, we’ll practice “learning to look,” discovering how art connects to the world we live in right now.
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Carolus Online Academy
Carolus Online Academy Orientation
Enrolled Families, Enrolled Students
Join us for a guided orientation session to help your family feel confident and ready for the first day of school at Carolus Online Academy! This webinar will walk you through key topics including: Attendance & schedule expectations Account setup for Learning Coaches and students Testing and FLEX program info Clubs, in-person events, and student engagement Who to contact for help and important next steps Whether you’re new or returning, this session is designed to answer your questions and set you up for success. Live Q&A included!
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Code, Compete, and Shine in the 2026 K12 Robotics Competition
Enrolled Students, Prospective Students
Open to all students in grades 4–12 (no matter where you go to school), the K12 Robotics League is your ticket to showcasing creativity, problem-solving, and tech skills in a fun, supportive environment. Think you need to be a coding pro to join? Think again! Whether you’ve never written a single line of code or you’re already a programming whiz, this is your chance to learn, create, and team up with new friends for the ultimate robotics challenge. For just $50, you’ll get a full year of access to robotics programming software, on-demand training, and weekly support sessions to help you level up your skills. After three virtual rounds, the top nine teams will head to the national finals in June 2026 to compete for a $500 grand prize and major bragging rights.
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