The second prize before 20 12 has little influence. The only impact is that there may be some advantages when applying for independent enrollment colleges, and the possibility of passing is greater, but it is only a guess. After 20 12, the first prize will not go, and the status of the second prize should be lower than before. Unlike college competitions, high school can be used as a bonus item for scholarships or research, and the second prize has little effect.
But this award is better than nothing. The children participating in the competition are all very bitter. Work hard!