Scholastic distinctions are anything academic you have been recognized for (e.g. science fair, math olympiad, etc.). Non-scholastic distinctions are anything you have been recognized for that is not academic (e.g. athletic awards, community service awards, etc.).
What counts as a non-scholastic distinction? Examples of what might be considered non-scholastic distinctions: Leadership (HOBY, Rotary, student government) Music (e.g. competitive orchestras, concerto competitions, All County, Interlochen) Art (e.g. placing in a competition, having a gallery show)
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