Banzai’s School Product Wins Tech & Learning’s 2024 Back to School Award of Excellence!

We’re excited to announce that Banzai’s interactive financial educational school platform, made free thanks to over 900 partners, has been recognized as a winner in this year’s Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence: Back to School 2024 in the Secondary (6-12) category.

Tech & Learning’s goal with these awards is “highlighting exceptional products that offer schools versatility, value, and innovative solutions to support effective teaching and learning. Winning the Award of Excellence means more than just a nod from the publication’s editors—it’s an acknowledgment by a panel of industry experts that a product truly stands out as a top contributor to the education sector.”

The Tech & Learning editorial team shared that, “The 2024 awards brought a huge number of high-quality entries. A varied panel of industry experts judged the winning products and solutions to be of the highest standard in supporting effective teaching and learning practices when moving into the new school year. Every winner should be immensely proud of their accomplishments—a well-deserved congratulations from the entire Tech & Learning awards team.”

A Bit About Banzai’s School Product

Banzai provides an online suite of interactive resources designed to teach students of all ages the fundamentals of financial literacy and other essential life skills. The personal finance content is split into three distinct age groups, making sure to engage all users with age-appropriate content. Here’s a breakdown:

Elementary Personal Finance Course: This introductory course helps younger students understand basic financial concepts like spending, saving, and budgeting through hands-on activities and scenarios. It sets a strong foundation by introducing the importance of making informed decisions with money at an early age. Learn more.

Middle School Personal Finance Course: As students advance, Banzai’s middle school curriculum dives deeper into more complex topics like setting financial goals, understanding wants vs. needs, and exploring how careers can influence income. This course encourages students to start thinking about their financial futures, shedding a more serious light on what it all means. Learn more.

High School Personal Finance Course: For older students, Banzai’s high school course offers a detailed look into real-world financial scenarios, including credit, debt, and savings. The course prepares students to face adult financial responsibilities with more confidence and understanding. Learn more.

Banzai’s school content doesn't stop there. In fact, Personal Finance is just one third of the educational experiences we have to offer. For example, the Banzai Digital Citizenship Course hit record usage over the last several years as it ventured beyond financial literacy and into topics such as online privacy, cybersecurity, and developing a safe and future-thinking online presence. It’s goal: teach students how to navigate the digital world responsibly. Learn more.

And last, where would students be without the skills to continue their education in the future? Banzai’s College and Careers Course guides students through planning for their futures by exploring college options, potential career paths, and the financial implications of each choice. It’s perfect for helping students align their educational goals with their long-term career aspirations. Learn more.

We’re honored to be among the winners this year and look forward to continuing our work to make a meaningful impact in classrooms across the country. If you’d like to learn more about Banzai and see why it stood out to the judges, click here. Stay tuned for more updates about our win on the Tech & Learning website, in their regular newsletter, and across their promotional channels in the coming weeks!