We are thrilled to announce that Alongside has been named the winner of the Student Support Technology – Startup category at the 2025 Top EdTech Product Awards. This recognition, presented by District Administration during the Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC), highlights the groundbreaking impact Alongside is making in student mental health support.
SEE ALSO: Here’s the video we submitted with our award application!
Our application asked us to share the top 5 ways Alongside is a game-changer. Here’s what we had to say:
- Scale Personalized Support from 15% to 100%: While more than half of teens experience depression or anxiety, most schools can only support 10-15% of students consistently. Alongside enables schools to reach 100% of students.
- Affordable 1:1 support for every student: Traditional counseling costs at least $50/hour. Alongside offers personalized 1:1 support for less than $10 per student per year.
- Designed for students, by students: No other mental health app is as laser-focused on adolescent issues. Alongside’s clinical team works with paid interns year-round to ensure the product resonates with teens.
- Agency and empowerment: Students take charge of their wellbeing, accessing support when needed. Key features include therapeutic chat, mood tracking, journaling, mindfulness exercises, and goal setting.
- Identify more students in crisis: Alongside identifies and escalates crises, connecting students with emergency services. Schools receive alerts and data so they can allocate resources effectively.
The results are clear: Students love Alongside’s non-judgmental support, with more than 86% consistently rating the app as helpful across demographic groups. Additionally, schools report improved culture, up to 80% fewer disciplinary referrals, and enhanced capacity for crisis intervention.
This award underscores the importance of innovative mental health solutions in education. Alongside is proud to pioneer a future where every student can access equitable, high-quality support to thrive emotionally and academically.
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