we live in a very small population state. Each year our state’s biggest newspaper has an academic section for the state; anyone with a 32 or higher is recognized. (yes, lots of pages of pictures.)
they have an All state team too. 8 kids were chosen and interviewed. (just fyi: Out of these 8 kids, 7 took the test multiple times; 4 are going to Ivies, 1 going to state flagship.) The questions asked were not too hard; like how many times did you take the test, how did you study, when did you first take it, tips for other kids, favorite social media & what will you be doing in 20 yrs. Our governor also hosts a dinner for all kids with a 36. I truly like this section each year. It’s inspiring and gives some kudos in something other than sports.