Growth is its own kind of excellence.
Open every month — limited to the first 50 qualifying students, first come, first served.
To every student building a life in California: whether you're steadily moving forward or holding steady at the top, the effort deserves to be seen. Upload a transcript to begin.
Check My Eligibility
We've always believed that the
direction someone is moving matters
as much as where they currently stand.
That belief is why we started this program — a small
gesture for everyone working hard to move forward.
Four simple steps
Verify your student status
Verification is handled securely by our trusted third-party verification partner. We never see your personal details — only whether you're verified.
Upload your transcript(s)
Submit your most recent semester's official transcript. If it already lists your previous semester too, you're all set — if not, add last semester's transcript so we can also consider you for the Growth Award.
We look at growth, not just grades
Beyond confirming you're a student, we don't ask for extra proof of your grades — an honest transcript is all we need.
Choose your pair
If you're approved, we'll email you a $100 gift card within 48 hours. Choose one pair (two individual earrings) with a total value of $100. Pick two of the same style or one each of two different styles, then apply your gift card at checkout. Limited to the first 50 approved students each month.
Prove it either way — the reward is the same
Your Pair, Your Way — A $100 Gift
Your grades improved noticeably from last semester — wherever you started, we value that upward step more than any score.
Your core subject average this semester is 90 or above (or A / A-) — staying excellent deserves recognition too.
Either path qualifies you for the same reward: one pair of earrings (two individual earrings), valued at $100 total and redeemed with a $100 gift card. Choose a matching pair or mix and match two different styles. Limited to the first 50 qualifying students each month, while spots last.
Low barrier — we choose to trust you
- Age & GradeOpen to students ages 13–18 who are currently enrolled in middle school or high school in California, USA (college students, including 18-year-old freshmen, are not eligible). Confirmed by our verification partner, not self-reported.
- TranscriptYour most recent semester's official transcript issued by your school (mid-term or in-progress grades aren't accepted). To be considered for the Growth Award, your transcript should also show the previous semester — if it doesn't, submit that one too.
- FrequencyEach student may take part once per year.
- VerificationStudent status is verified securely by our third-party verification partner — we never receive your personal details, only a verified result. After that, we review grades on a trust basis with no further proof needed, though we reserve the right to verify and revoke eligibility.
- RewardIf approved, you'll receive a $100 gift card by email for one pair (two individual earrings) with a total value of $100. Choose two of the same style or one each of two different styles, and apply your gift card at checkout. Limited to the first 50 qualifying students each month, first come, first served.
- Data UseYour transcript is used only for this eligibility review and deleted within 30 days after review is complete; your redemption order is handled the same as any regular purchase.
🔒 Your privacy matters
- Your information is only used to confirm your eligibility for this program.
- Student verification is handled securely by our trusted third-party verification partner — your submitted information is used only for verification and is not shared with us beyond a verified result.
- Concerned about sharing personal details on your transcript? You're welcome to redact your name, student ID, or other identifying information before uploading — we only need to see your school and grades.
- The verification process is secure, simple, and usually takes just a few minutes.
A few more things
Why do I need to verify my student status first?
This step simply confirms you're currently enrolled and meet the age/grade requirements — handled securely by our verification partner, and isn't used to evaluate your grades.
Do I need to submit two transcripts?
Not necessarily. If your official transcript already lists more than one semester, one document is enough. If it only shows your current semester, add your previous semester's transcript too — otherwise we can only review you for the Excellence Award, not the Growth Award.
I'm not studying in California — can I join?
Not yet. This program is currently open only to students in California. If we expand to other regions, we'll let everyone know first.
Can I submit a digital transcript?
Yes. As long as it's officially issued by your school and clearly shows the school name and your grades, a digital copy works. You can redact your name or student ID number.
My grades weren't great this semester — do I still have a chance?
Of course. If you don't qualify this time, treat this transcript as a starting point — we're more interested in seeing where you go from here.
How do I get my earrings?
Within 48 hours of submitting, we'll email you the review result. If you're approved, you'll get a $100 gift card to redeem for one pair (two individual earrings) with a total value of $100. Choose two of the same style or one each of two different styles, add your selection to your cart, and apply the gift card at checkout.
Is the reward one pair or two pairs? Can I mix styles?
The reward is one pair: two individual earrings in total, not two pairs. The two earrings have a combined value of $100. You can choose two of the same style for a matching pair, or one earring from each of two different styles to create your own combination.
What if this month's 50 spots are already taken?
Spots reset at the start of each month. You're welcome to apply again next month with your most recent transcript, as long as you haven't already used your one redemption for the year.
How many times can I participate per year?
Each student can participate once per year — we'd love to see you again after next year's grades are out.