APT Announces Young Heroes for 2026
Thank you to all who entered nominations.
Each year, Alabama Public Television recognizes Alabama high school students as Young Heroes. Each student receives a scholarship and other prizes. Selection is based on the student’s grades, school participation, community support, and, most importantly, having overcome some sort of extraordinary difficulty or hardship.
Nominees must be Alabama residents who are 18 years old or younger and are still attending school. The children’s parent or guardian must give permission for the nomination, along with permission for Alabama Public Television to use the child’s name or likeness on the air. All entry forms and supporting material must be received by January 31, 2027.
The winners will be notified in March 2027.
Our 2026 APT Young Heroes
Kayden Bland, a senior at Billingsley School in Billingsley, has faced extraordinary medical challenges with unwavering faith and determination. She…
Grayson Gay, a junior at Cullman High School in Cullman, demonstrated remarkable courage and resilience when his life changed suddenly…
Courtney Pride, nominated by Rebecca Rutsky, his college and career counselor, is a senior at the Alabama School of Fine…
What is APT Young Heroes?
Since 2001, Alabama Public Television has honored those young heroes who have made their schools and communities better places. Visit our Young Heroes Gallery and search by year to find the Young Heroes of that class. View videos, biographies and more!
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