Award recognizes free, research-based curriculum that has reached nearly 1,000,000 students.
Charlotte, NC (Friday, July 17, 2026) — Discovery Education today announced that its Digital Citizenship Initiative has been named a 2026 CODiE Award Winner in the category Best Digital Citizenship Solution, presented by the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA). The recognition follows the Initiative’s selection as one of five Discovery Education solutions named 2026 CODiE Award finalists earlier this year.
Now in its 40th year, the CODiE Awards are the technology industry’s most established peer-reviewed recognition program, celebrating excellence and innovation in education technology. Selected from 228 finalists across 75 categories, winners are determined through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by independent industry experts who assess each solution for innovation, functionality, market impact, and overall value.
“Students are growing up in a world shaped by rapid innovation, and they need the digital fluency and critical thinking to navigate it safely and confidently,” said Catherine Dunlop, Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships at Discovery Education. “Through the Digital Citizenship Initiative, we partner with leading industry experts to give educators free resources that turn today’s digital challenges into practical classroom learning. This CODiE Award affirms the importance of that work and the commitment of educators preparing students to participate responsibly in our digital world.”
Launched in February 2025, the Digital Citizenship Initiative gives educators and students the tools and knowledge to participate responsibly in today’s digital world. Grounded in Discovery Education’s research report, From Risks to Resilience: Why Digital Citizenship Matters in K-12 Education, the Initiative translates documented student challenges — including misinformation, cyberbullying, privacy risks, and emerging AI technologies — into structured, classroom-ready learning experiences delivered at no cost to schools.
“The 2026 CODiE Award winners represent some of the most innovative and impactful solutions in the industry,” said Jennifer Baranowski, President of the CODiE Awards. “These organizations are solving meaningful challenges, delivering measurable outcomes, and helping shape the future of technology.”
The CODiE Award win for Best Digital Citizenship Solution marks one of five finalist nominations Discovery Education received in the 2026 program. Discovery Education Experience, DreamBox Math, Science Techbook, and Sandbox Immersive Learning were also all honored as finalists. Together, the recognition underscores the breadth of Discovery Education’s portfolio and its focus on delivering practical, classroom-ready solutions across core instruction, supplemental learning, home education, and immersive experiences.
Announcement At-a-Glance
- Discovery Education’s Digital Citizenship Initiative won the 2026 CODiE Award for Best Digital Citizenship Solution, one of five Discovery Education solutions honored as 2026 CODiE Award finalists.
- Developed in partnership with Verizon, Norton, IBM, the Family Online Safety Institute, and #HalfTheStory.
- Launched in February 2025, the free curriculum addresses AI fluency, digital safety, online identity management, and media literacy at no cost to schools. Content includes lessons, educator guides, and an engaging video series, updated quarterly.
- First-year impact: Since its launch in 2025, the Initiative has reached nearly 1,000,000 students, with more than half of participating schools identified as Title I, and educators reporting stronger student engagement and awareness of digital behaviors.
To learn more about the Digital Citizenship Initiative, visit digitalcitizenship.discoveryeducation.com.
A complete list of 2026 CODiE Award winners is available at codieawards.com/winners.
About Discovery Education
Discovery Education is a global education technology leader whose innovative solutions empower educators and progress student learning. Discovery Education’s solutions have served more than 100 million students globally, supporting effective teaching and learning in 45% of U.S. K-12 schools and in 100+ countries and territories. The company’s portfolio includes award-winning core and supplemental curriculum, high-quality standards-aligned content, and AI-enabled teaching and learning tools. Solutions span math, science, literacy, social studies, and career-connected learning, including instructionally aligned content developed through one-of-a-kind partnerships with industry leaders to bring real-world relevance into every lesson. Learn more at www.DiscoveryEducation.com.
About the CODiE Awards
The CODiE Awards are the technology industry’s most established peer-reviewed recognition program. Since 1986, the CODiE Awards have recognized the companies and products transforming the way the world learns, works, and communicates. The awards span five tracks covering startup technology, developer and AI tools, digital transformation platforms, education technology, and industry-specific solutions. For more information, visit codieawards.com.
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