- [Narrator] Meet Jaedyn Johnson, a senior at Austin High School in Decatur.

Jaedyn is an exceptional young man who exemplifies the qualities of a hero.

Despite facing significant physical challenges stemming from skeletal dysplasia and multiple surgeries, Jaedyn has consistently demonstrated remarkable resilience, unwavering determination, and an inspiring positive spirit.

He's a member of the National Honor Society and has been recognized by the Academic Booster Club.

- I would say I admire his perseverance.

I admire his resilient.

He works hard in the classroom, on the field, interacting with his friends.

He's a leader.

And I just admire that he doesn't allow the physical limitations to limit him at all.

- Growing up with skeletal dysplasia has caused me to need to get a lot of surgeries, and that has sort of made me feel kind of different from all the other kids growing up.

I've learned to grow to love myself.

I play a lot of video games and like VR games, and I've loved doing archery in those.

And when I realized Austin had an archery team, I wanted to join immediately.

I was super excited, and I just love doing it.

It's really fun to me.

- What I admire about Jaedyn is the fact that he does not let anything, you know, affect him to the point where he doesn't give his best.

Jaedyn's future is bright.

He's already achieved some great things, but I know there's even better things in store for him in the future.

- [Narrator] Jaedyn's story is one of courage, perseverance, and dedicated service, making him a true role model and an inspiration to others.

It's these qualities that make him a deserving addition to the 2025 Alabama public Television Young Heroes.

To learn more about the 2025 APT Young Heroes or nominate a young hero for 2026, visit aptv.org/heroes.