here is the Executive Summary for the National Science Board report on STEM innovation. I would particularly emphasize Keystone Recommendations I and II.

http://www.nsf.gov/nsb/publications/2010/nsb1033_exec_summary.pdf


Here is the link for the PDF of the full report, which has sections you may wish to copy, highlight, and share with the school regarding the appropriate role of acceleration in developing science talent.

http://www.nsf.gov/nsb/publications/2010/nsb1033.pdf

I hope this is helpful.