Be recognized by the Johns Hopkins University for academic talent via certificates (and state awards ceremonies, if qualified)

CTY knows that bright students thrive on praise and recognition of their abilities—and yet there is far less public recognition for academic talent than for sports, music, and other abilities. CTY provides three main levels of recognition:

• For all Talent Search Participants:  
  Certificate of Participation – sent to all students who accept the challenge of taking the Talent Search test. Recognizes high ability and a willingness to take appropriate risks and enjoy academic challenges.

• For grades 7-8:
  Certificate of Participation with Distinction: Sent to those students who scored at or above the national average of the college-bound senior on either the SAT or ACT.

• For high-scoring students in grades 2-8:
  Award for High Honors: Presented at the CTY Awards Ceremonies. Students must achieve qualifying scores and live in one of the areas where CTY holds Awards Ceremonies, to be invited. Approximately 25% of Talent Search testers will qualify for this honor. All students invited receive the Award for High Honors; some will receive other special certificates recognizing their special achievements (top score in the nation, first or second place in the state, etc.) If students are not able to attend, their certificate is sent to their home after the event. Students living outside the Award Ceremonies areas will be mailed their Award for High Honors.