Here is an article about a local Florida 9th grade student Jeffrey Haskel who qualified for the prestigious Denker Tournament and also was recognized by his local school district.

 

http://www.bocaratonnews.com/index.php?src=news&refno=20300&category=Schools

 

I know Jeffrey Haskel from playing in many Florida events in the past few years and I am actually good friends with him. He is quite a talented player and I really expect him to get the NM and FM titles very soon. He is already rated right around 2150 USCF and FIDE. Be on the look out for him to make big strides in the next few years!  

Very intresting... I am not going to challenge that 9th grader because i am not that good!