Discovery Education’s Digital Citizenship Initiative Named 2026 CODiE Award Winner
The award recognizes a 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 the winner of the 2026 CODiE Award in the category of Best Digital Citizenship Solution, presented by the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA). This recognition follows the Initiative’s selection as one of five Discovery Education solutions named by the 2026 CODiE Awards winners earlier this year.
Now in its 40th year, the CODiE awards are a peer-reviewed recognition program in the technology industry, celebrating excellence and innovation in education technology. Selected from 228 finalists in 75 categories, the winners were determined through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by independent industry experts who evaluated each solution for innovation, performance, market impact, and overall value.
“Students are growing up in a world shaped by rapid innovation, and they need digital fluency and critical thinking to navigate it safely and confidently,” said Catherine Dunlop, Senior Vice President of Business Partnerships at Discovery Education. “Through the Digital Citizenship Initiative, we have partnered with leading industry experts to provide educators with free resources that turn today’s digital challenges into effective classroom learning. This CODiE Award validates the importance of that work and the commitment of educators who prepare students to participate responsibly in our digital world.”
Launched in February 2025, the Digital Citizenship Initiative gives teachers and students the tools and knowledge to participate responsibly in the digital world. Based on a Discovery Education research report, From Risk to Resilience: Why Digital Citizenship Matters in K-12 EducationThe Initiative translates student writing challenges — including misinformation, cyberbullying, privacy risks, and emerging AI technologies — into structured, classroom-ready learning experiences that are delivered free of charge to schools.
“The 2026 CODiE Award winners represent some of the most innovative and impactful solutions in the industry,” said Jennifer Baranowski, CODiE Awards President. “These organizations are solving meaningful challenges, delivering measurable results, and helping to shape the future of technology.”
The CODiE award for Best Digital Citizenship Solution marks one of five finalists Discovery Education received from the 2026 program. Adoption Education ExperienceDreamBox Math, Science Techbookand Sandbox Immersive Learning were all honored as winners. Together, the recognition underscores the breadth of Discovery Education’s portfolio and its focus on delivering effective, classroom-ready solutions across core education, 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 recognized as 2026 CODiE Award finalists.
- Developed in partnership with Verizon, Norton, IBM, Family Online Safety Institute, and #HalfTheStory.
- Launched in February 2025, the free curriculum addresses AI fluency, digital security, online identity management, and free media literacy in schools. Content includes tutorials, instructor guides, and engaging video series, updated quarterly.
- Impact in the first year: Since its launch in 2025, the program has reached nearly 1,000,000 students, with more than half of the participating schools identified as Title I, and teachers report strong student engagement and awareness of digital behavior.
To learn more about the Digital Citizenship Initiative, visit digitalcitizenship.discoveryeducation.com.
A complete list of 2026 CODiE Awards winners is available at codieawards.com/winners.
About Adoption Education
Discovery Education is a global education technology leader with innovative solutions that empower educators and improve student learning. Discovery Education solutions have served more than 100 million students worldwide, supporting effective teaching and learning in 45% of US K-12 schools and in 100+ countries and territories. The company’s portfolio includes award-winning core and supplemental curriculum, content aligned to the highest standards, and AI-powered teaching and learning tools. Solutions span math, science, literacy, social studies, and work-related learning, including instructional-aligned content developed through one-on-one collaboration with industry leaders to bring real-world relevance to every subject. Learn more at www.DiscoveryEducation.com.
About CODiE Awards
The CODiE Awards is the technology industry’s most established peer-reviewed recognition program. Since 1986, the CODiE awards have recognized companies and products that are changing the way the world learns, works, and communicates. The awards include five tracks covering startup technology, developer tools and AI, digital transformation platforms, education technology, and industry-specific solutions. For more information, visit codieawards.com.
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Adoption Education
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