THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: Friday, March 24, 1995 TAG: 9503240006
SECTION: FRONT PAGE: A14 EDITION: FINAL
TYPE: Letter
LENGTH: Short : 23 lines
I was saddened to read of the death of D. A. Taylor (news, March 21), the Norfolk Academy student who had been infected with the meningococcal bacteria at a track meet a month ago. His athletic accomplishments were fully detailed in the article, but you gave short shrift to his academic accomplishments.
As a graduate of Norfolk Academy myself (class of '77), I am acutely aware of the emphasis placed on academic excellence. I did not know D. A. Taylor, but I do know this: He was a smart kid. Norfolk Academy requires a high scholastic achievement for everyone, including star athletes. You praised D.A.'s athletic prowess, but his academic record should be celebrated, too.
DEBORAH KALLGREN
Richmond, March 21, 1995 by CNB