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CAVA Students Shine in the 2026 K12 Talent Showdown

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Big talent. Big stage. Big moment! We’re thrilled to celebrate our incredible student finalists who are headed to the 2026 K12 Talent Showdown finals.

About the K12 Talent Showdown

The K12 Talent Showdown invited K12-powered students in grades K–12 to step into the spotlight and share what makes them shine. More than 600 students nationwide submitted video auditions, each hoping to earn a place at the live, in-person finals in Virginia—and a chance to win cash prizes of up to $500.

Students competed in three exciting categories:

  • Musical Performances
  • Creative Performances
  • Variety Acts

From each category and grade band (K–2, 3–5, 6–8, and 9–12), the top three finalists were selected to perform live on stage this June.

At the final event:

  • A panel of judges will award 1st Place in each grade band and category—for a total of 12 winners. Each winner will take home $500.
  • One standout performer per grade band will be named the People’s Choice winner based on votes from the public during the live performance—for a total of 4 winners. Each will take home $250.

Reaching the finals is an incredible accomplishment—and these students have truly earned their moment in the spotlight.

CAVA Finalists in the K12 Talent Showdown

Now for the moment we’ve all been waiting for…

The following California Virtual Academies students have earned a spot in the final competition:

Their hard work, creativity, and courage have brought them this far—and we can’t wait to see them take the stage. Join us in cheering them on!

How to Get Involved & Show Your Support

Want to help our CAVA students shine even brighter?

Tune in on June 9 to watch the K12 Talent Showdown live. Then cast your vote for your favorite performance in each grade band to help decide the People’s Choice winners.

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