I am sure evidence is not needed in this forum, but I will provide some anyway: http://www.newsweek.com/america-hates-its-gifted-kids-226327

The article's comments are worth reading, too.

Fact is: I think most teachers would be relieved if my proposed amendment were ratified into law.

It is an easy concept to grasp: Every American citizen is entitled to 13 years of free public education beginning on their 5th birthday and ending on their 19th birthday. Ready.Set.Go! If you can earn three university master degrees before your 19th birthday, We The People will pay all of your tuition for you.

If you want to create an incentive to learn and to excel, there it is. Make it better if you can.

Steven A. Sylwester