Bethesda Magazine is seeking nominations for its 15th annual Extraordinary Teen Awards. We are looking for high school juniors and seniors with a compelling story to tell who excel in one or more of the following areas: academics, leadership, extracurriculars, service, passion and creativity, or overcoming adversity.

Do you have a teen in mind who might be the perfect fit? Nominate them! We would love to hear more about their story and why they are extraordinary. 

To be eligible, students must be a junior or senior in high school (public, private or homeschool) and live in Montgomery County or Upper Northwest Washington, D.C. (ZIP codes 20015 and 20016) as of March 1, 2024. The submission deadline is Friday, Nov. 10.


Extraordinary Teens 2024

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  • Please provide details on their accomplishments, passions and goals in the classroom, in extracurricular activities and outside of school — as well as any adversity they have overcome. (Limit: 900 words)  

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