Student Awards

We celebrate what others might overlook.

Some young people make a difference through what they do. Others make a difference simply by who they are. They lead, serve, advocate, include, encourage, persevere and show up for others in ways both big and small. The Lovis Student Awards recognize and celebrate both who young people are and what they do, and the many ways they make the world around them better.

Extraordinary Student Award
Grades 5th-8th

Recognizes students making a difference through kindness, compassion, service, inclusion and the ways they show up for others.

Hero Award
Grades 9th-Extended Services

Recognizes young people for who they are and the difference they make through perseverance, kindness, leadership, service or showing up for others.

Know a young person who deserves to be recognized?

2027 Nominations: December 9, 2026 - February 7, 2027.

Nominations Open Soon

Recognition is growing

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Students Recognized in 2026

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States Represented in 2026

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A Student in Every State by 2030

Meet our 2026 Recipients

70 young people. 25 states. Countless ways to make a difference. Meet the remarkable students we had the privilege of recognizing in 2026.

FAQS

There is no single definition of an award-worthy student. Some make a difference through what they do, while others make a difference simply by who they are. We look for young people who demonstrate qualities such as kindness, compassion, service, leadership, inclusion, advocacy and perseverance, or who show up for others in meaningful ways.

No. There is no academic requirement for either award. The Lovis Student Awards recognize qualities and contributions that aren't always reflected on a report card.

No. While Lovis has a special commitment to the disability community, the Student Awards recognize young people with and without disabilities.

Yes. Students throughout the United States and Washington, D.C. are eligible. Students may attend public, private, charter, virtual or alternative schools, or participate in Extended Services.

Teachers, school staff, coaches, community members, family members and others who know a deserving young person may submit a nomination. Parents and family members are welcome to nominate.

Yes. You may nominate more than one student, but a separate nomination must be completed for each student.

Yes. Nominations are kept confidential, and information about a student is not shared publicly without permission. If a student is selected, Lovis obtains written permission from a parent or legal guardian before publicly recognizing a minor or sharing their story.

Each nomination is thoughtfully reviewed by the Lovis Student Award Committee. Recipients are selected based on the student's character, contributions and the ways they make a difference in the lives of others or their community. Selected recipients and their nominators are typically notified 6-8 weeks after nominations close.

Each recipient receives a special award package filled with items chosen to celebrate their recognition. The contents vary from year to year, but every package is designed to make the recipient feel seen, valued and celebrated.

Know a young person who deserves to be recognized?

2027 Nominations: December 9, 2026 - February 7, 2027.

Nominations Open Soon

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