Welcome to the National Cup!

The grand finale of the State Challenge runs May 1-15, 2026! Schools from across the country will go head-to-head for national recognition, epic school pride, and incredible tech grants.

To compete, make sure your Prodigy account is connected to your school.

Your journey to the top.

Every month is a new chance to make it to the finals!

Compete in the monthly State Challenge.

Place in the top 5 to qualify for the National Cup.

Face off for national glory and prizes in May.

Compete for ultimate school prizes.

The stakes are higher than ever! Schools compete within their respective tiers for major tech grants, swag and rewards to make victory even sweeter.

Titan Tier

$100,000
$25,000
$10,000

Mythical Tier

$50,000
$15,000
$5,000

Heroic Tier

$25,000
$10,000
$5,000

Meet last year’s National Cup champs!

Sinking Springs Elementary showed what’s possible when students unite around learning, teamwork, and school pride.

Frequently asked questions

When does the Prodigy National Cup™ start and end?
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The National Cup runs from May 1 to May 14, 2026.

How do schools qualify for the National Cup?
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Schools qualify for the National Cup by placing in the top five in any monthly State Challenge from September 2025 to April 2026. Find out more about the State Challenge here.

My school is in Washington, D.C. Which schools will we compete against in the National Cup?
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Schools in Washington, D.C. will compete against schools in Maryland for the National Cup.

 How are schools grouped in the National Cup?
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Schools are placed into one of three tiers based on Grades 1-8 enrolment data. Schools that qualify for the National Cup will compete in the same tier as they did for the State Challenge.

  • Heroic (small)
  • Mythical (medium)
  • Titan (large)
Can a school change tiers during the year?
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No. Schools are automatically placed in a tier, and stay there for the full competition year.

What can schools win at the Prodigy National Cup?
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Tier 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place
Titan (Large) $100,000 $25,000 $10,000
Mythical (Medium) $50,000 $15,000 $5,000
Heroic (Small) $25,000 $10,000 $5,000
 When will winners receive their prizes and tech grants?
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Prizes will be sent within the week after winners are determined. Please allow another 1-2 weeks for delivery.

How do I track our school’s progress?
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Visit the “Competition” tab in your Prodigy dashboard to monitor class and school performance on the leaderboard.

When does the leaderboard update?
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The leaderboard updates at 7:00 AM ET every weekday.

Where can I find posters, social graphics, or other materials?
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Visit the Resource Hub for printables, shareables, and setup guides.

Can I still qualify for the National Cup?
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You can jump in at any time before April 30, 2026 and work towards a top five finish with your school. Each month is a fresh start!

 Is there a detailed guide on how the National Cup works?
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Yes! You can download the Prodigy State Challenge Teacher Manual here.

Is there an online Prodigy Teacher Community?
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Yes! This is the official Facebook Prodigy Teacher Community moderated by the Prodigy teams. Join this group to connect with other Prodigy teachers and ask any questions you may have!