<p>Is it important to validate awards, such as highest in state in AMC 12, ranked X in competition Y, or state sci fair awards (like grand prize and stuff) and siemens? Do I need to have certificate photocopies in my application?!</p>
<p>No. I think you may only need to prove them if the college specifcially asks.</p>
<p>There are enough people without such validation, so I assume you'll be fine.</p>