Do you know an amazing teen who deserves recognition? Arlington Magazine is now accepting nominations for its annual Extraordinary Teen Awards.

We are looking for candidates who excel in academics, extracurriculars and service, as well as individuals who have overcome significant life obstacles. Click here to read about previous years’ winners.

To be eligible, a candidate must be a senior in high school (public, private or home school) and must be a resident of Arlington, Falls Church or McLean.

Nominations may be submitted by anyone who knows the student well. All nominations must be submitted via the online nomination form. No attachments will be accepted.

Winners will be chosen by a selection committee comprised of Lisa Fikes, Executive Director, Volunteer Arlington at the Leadership Center for Excellence; Whytni Kernodle, Co-Founder, Black Parents of Arlington; Troy Cogburn, AVP for Enrollment, Marymount University; Lizzette Arias, Executive Director, Dream Project; and Greg Hamilton, Publisher, Arlington Magazine.

The deadline for nominations is February 5, 2021. Winners will be notified in late March and profiled in the July/August 2021 issue of Arlington Magazine.