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Re: FRC Blogged - Something New – FIRST Dean’s List Changes

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Originally Posted by bardd View Post
Secondly, because that seems like a very american-oriented decision, that doesn't really consider the international teams. In Israel, senior year is THE most relevant year to receive Dean's List, and I don't know about Canada, but if I remember correctly they can still use Dean's List for their college applications in senior year. (And yes, I'm being self centered and am aware of that). The limitation should be country based IMO.
Yes, awards and recognitions you receive late in your senior (Grade 12) year of high school in Canada can still have a large impact on your admission decision, and a huge impact on your scholarship decisions. This decision is definitely disappointing for Canadian high school seniors (as was the previous preference for junior year candidates). That being said, Canadian teams will just nominate these deserving seniors one year earlier. By no means is this a deal breaker.
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