Xello wins 2026 CODiE Award for Best College Readiness Solution. TORONTO - Xello, the leading K-12 college and career readiness platform, announced it has been named the 2026 CODiE Award winner for Best College Readiness Solution. Selected from 228 finalists across 75 categories, the CODiE Awards recognizes the most innovative products, platforms, and services across technology and education. Winners were chosen through a rigorous evaluation... July 17, 2026 at 9:05 a.m. TORONTO - Xello, the leading K-12 college and career readiness platform, announced it has been named the 2026 CODiE Award winner for Best College Readiness Solution. Selected from 228 finalists across 75 categories, the CODiE Awards recognizes the most innovative products, platforms, and services across technology and education. Winners were chosen through a rigorous evaluation process led by independent industry experts who reviewed each solution for innovation, functionality, market impact, and overall value. "We're honored to receive this CODiE Awards recognition," said Jeff Harris, President and Co-Founder of Xello. "It's a testament to the commitment of the entire Xello team, who dedicate themselves to building and delivering the resources and support educators, students, and families truly need. We're deeply grateful to the thousands of educators who partner with us every day. Their dedication to student success inspires us to continually improve." Xello supports more than eight million students across 3,500+ school districts in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, helping learners confidently prepare for the future. In addition to winning Best College Readiness Solution, Xello was also recognized as a finalist in the Best CTE Solution category, highlighting its commitment to supporting every student's postsecondary pathway. Students in Xello discover colleges that align with their goals through detailed college profiles, connect directly with institutions through the platform, and make more informed application decisions using visualizations based on historical admissions data. Xello also streamlines the application process with transcript and recommendation letter requests, real-time application tracking, FAFSA monitoring, and personalized scholarship matching. "The 2026 CODiE Award winners represent some of the most innovative and impactful solutions in the industry," stated Jennifer Baranowski, President of the CODiE Awards. "These organizations are solving meaningful challenges, delivering measurable outcomes, and helping shape the future of technology." 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. About Xello: Our mission is simple yet powerful: To equip every student with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to build a successful, meaningful future. Nicolas DesRoches, Director of Brand & Communications at Xello, [email protected]

Xello named Finalist in two 2026 edtech CODiE award categories. TORONTO - Xello, a leading K-12 college and career readiness (CCR) platform, announced it has been named a Finalist in two categories of the 2026 CODiE Awards: Best CTE Solution and Best College Readiness Solution. "Being recognized as a finalist in both categories is a tremendous honor," said Matt McQuillen, CEO and Co-Founder of Xello... June 23, 2026 at 9:06 a.m. TORONTO - Xello, a leading K-12 college and career readiness (CCR) platform, announced it has been named a Finalist in two categories of the 2026 CODiE Awards: Best CTE Solution and Best College Readiness Solution. "Being recognized as a finalist in both categories is a tremendous honor," said Matt McQuillen, CEO and Co-Founder of Xello. "We're committed to helping every student discover pathways and build plans for their future. These nominations reflect the dedication of our team and the trust that school districts place in Xello to support student success at every stage of their journey." Xello helps students become future ready through engaging career exploration, personalized planning, and powerful reporting tools that enable educators to support students every step of the way. For CTE-bound students, Xello's Work-Based Learning module connects them with local employers and real-world opportunities, while The Real Game life simulation develops financial literacy, decision-making skills, and purposeful future planning. Through Xello's College Planning tools, students explore postsecondary options, compare programs and admission requirements, track important deadlines, request transcripts and recommendation letters, and monitor application progress all within a single, streamlined platform. Recognition in both categories reinforces Xello's position as a complete college and career readiness solution, empowering students to explore their options and take the next step toward their future goals. "The 2026 CODiE finalists represent some of the most exciting innovations we've seen in the program's 40-year history," said Jennifer Baranowski, President, CODiE Awards. "These products don't just push boundaries - they solve real problems for the organizations, educators, and users they serve." The CODiE Awards are the technology industry's most established peer-reviewed recognition program. Finalists are selected through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by hundreds of independent industry experts, including business leaders, educators, and subject matter specialists. Winners will be announced on July 15, 2026. To view the full list of finalists, visit codieawards.com/finalists. 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. About Xello: Our mission is simple yet powerful: To equip every student with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to build a successful, meaningful future. Nicolas DesRoches, Director of Brand & Communications at Xello, [email protected]