The Heritage Academy is a free, eight-week online public policy fellowship from The Heritage Foundation. The Fall 2026 High School Track runs September 28 through November 23. Students learn America's founding principles, the history of the conservative movement, and the most pressing public policy issues of our time, then meet peers who share those values in live small-group discussions. A typical week is two 30-minute on-demand lectures plus one live session, about 2 to 3 hours total. Applications close September 13, 2026.