Some of Barrington’s brightest were recognized for their academic achievements this month during the National Quizbowl Awards. The awards are sponsored by the National History Bee and Bowl.
According to a press release, Jeff Price, a Barrington Middle School-Station Campus teacher, has been named National Middle School Coach of the Year. Pranav Sivakumar, a Station Campus student, has been named National Middle School Player of the Year by the organization. Price helped lead the Station team to a national championship this spring. Sivakumar came in second place in the Scripps National Spelling Bee this year.
Price and Sivakumar were chosen among others nationwide for the honor.
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The National Quizbowl Awards were started “as a way to help recognize some of America’s brightest students and most dedicated academic coaches for their tremendous accomplishments at the highest level of academic competition,” the website states.
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