I recently read this letter in the Wall Street Journal written by the parent of an Intel International Science and Engineering Fair finalist. I thought it was an interesting perspective and wanted to share with you. Interestingly enough, Craig Barrett, Intel’s former Chairman of the Board and advocate for education and U.S. competitiveness expressed similar sentiments last month when he attended the competition. Craig said, “The real end point of the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair is to elevate the recognition of achievement of the younger generation in academic and learning exercises. I hope that more young people will look at these students and realize they can be recognized for using their brains. You don’t have to be a quarterback, a basketball player or a baseball player to be recognized by your peers and the public.”

So, what do you think? I’d love to hear a story about your experience or view on academic recognition and how it impacts student achievement. Comment on this post or on the SPEAK UP page.

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