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WAVA Kayvion

What Winning the Stock Market Challenge Has Taught...

In a high-stakes, real-world investing simulation, Kayvion, a sophomore at Washington Virtual Academies (WAVA), and his team outperformed […]

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WAVA Maizah

Washington 7th Grader Wins National Writing Competition and...

Maizah, a 7th grade student at Washington Virtual Academies (WAVA), earned two top honors in the inaugural K12 National Writing Competition, […]

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From Cosplay to Connection: How One WAVA Teacher is Building...

At Washington Virtual Academies’ (WAVA) learning doesn’t just happen on a screen, it comes to life through creativity, connection, and shared passions. For Heath Bingman, […]

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Student Spotlight: Kaitlynne

Finding Her Voice: How Kaitlynne is Thriving at Washington Virtual Academies Washington Virtual Academies’ (WAVA) students […]

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How Our Online School Builds Community Across the State: WAVA...

While winter break often means time away from classmates, students at Washington Virtual Academies (WAVA) found […]

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Student Spotlight: Jenny

Finding Strength Through Discipline: How Jenny is Building Confidence, Leadership, and Purpose at Washington Virtual Academies. […]

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Your Winter 2026 K12 Esports League Champions

Celebrating all our top players across Rocket League, Valorant, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Fortnite, Marvel Rivals, and chess.

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WAVA Students Shine in the 2025 K12 Writing Competition

At Washington Virtual Academy, creativity is part of everyday learning—and this year, our students took it […]

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How WAVA’s 8th Grade ELA & History Teacher Builds...

For Washington Virtual Academies (WAVA) 8th-grade English Language Arts and History teacher, Andi Bernardoni, teaching is more than […]

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