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KnoPro is 100% free and gives high school students meaningful work-based learning experiences they can highlight on resumes and college applications. Sponsored by top companies, each challenge helps students build in-demand skills, confidence, and opportunities to win large cash prizes.

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Real-World ProjectsDo short, fun projects from top companies in fields like AI, Business, and Healthcare.

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KnoPro celebrates student creativity and problem-solving by awarding cash prizes to students and schools for outstanding industry project submissions. These rewards recognize hard work, innovation, and skill development—helping students gain confidence and real-world experience for resumes and college applications.

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Looking for real-world experiences to make your college application and resume stand out? Challenges are competitions you can do on a team or solo—in school or out!—where big money's on the line just by helping solve a pressing industry or community problem with your real-life knohow.

Your Future Job, Powered by AI

You've probably heard two contradictory messages about the future of work: "AI... More

Earns

+400 Points

Winner

$10000

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Daily Skillbuilders

10 minutes a Day. Earn Points & Skills.

Level-up your skills and career knowledge by creating TikTok videos, persuasive emails and more!

HealthcareCommunication

Real Talk: What Teens Are Really Dealing With in 2026

Effort: 10 minutesBeing a teen today hits different. It’s not just school, friends, and growing up. It’s constant notifications, social comparison, pressure to “have it all together,” and the lasting effects of the pandemic. Many teens missed key moments of connection and routine, and that gap hasn’t fully closed. Add in nonstop digital life, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Mental health challenges like anxiety and depression are still rising, and getting help isn’t always easy. Long waitlists, stigma, and limited access can make support feel out of reach. But there’s also progress, things like telehealth and more open conversations are helping break down barriers. The bottom line: mental health isn’t a side issue. It's part of everyday life, and small actions can make a big difference. Teen mental health isn’t just a “phase”. It's shaping an entire generation. Learning how to manage stress, support others, and ask for help builds real strength. The more we talk about it, the easier it becomes for people to get the support they need. Your Task: Decode the Pressure Think of yourself like a “stress detective.” Your job is to break down what’s really going on behind the scenes of teen life in 2026. Step 1: Create a Character Invent a realistic teen (this could be based on yourself or someone you know). Give them: - A name and age - A few things they’re dealing with (school, social media, family, future plans, etc.) Step 2: Map the Pressure Points Identify at least 3 sources of stress in their life. For each one, explain: - Where it comes from - How it shows up (thoughts, behaviors, emotions) Step 3: Flip the Script Now redesign their day or routine in a healthier way. Explain it in the text box. - What’s one thing they could stop doing? - What’s one thing they could start doing? - What’s one thing they should keep doing? Step 4: Reality Check Answer these questions in the text box: - What would make these changes hard? - Who could support them? - What’s one small first step they could actually take tomorrow? This Skillbuilder is part of Mental Health Awareness Month. More

Earns:
10 pointsAwarded:
(1) $100 e-gift card

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"KnoPro provides students with fun and exciting opportunities to creatively tap into their thoughts and get rewarded for their ideas. It is an engaging site that keeps students coming back for more!"

Maira Jamil

Urban Assembly Gateway School for Technology

“I was really impressed with the creativity... they made me feel good as a teacher. Experiences like these are what make teaching so rewarding.”

Mark Godinez

South Dade Senior High

“The KnoPro project was relevant to them because it made them think about how they could apply technology in their future careers."

Guilia Matarasso

Monarch High School

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Business

Jessica X. & Jennifer X.

Real Estate, Real Impact: Build a REIT that Builds the Future

Real estate isn’t just about buying property; it’s about building the future. From affordabl...Learn more

4 weeks ChallengeEarns: +400pts

Problem SolvingCommunicationSocial Awareness

Awarded:
$5000

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