2019-3-05 每日一词

1）翻译下面的句子：

许多中国家长非常重视奥数比赛

The Mathematical Olympiad is highly prized by many Chinese parents. 

2）结合自己的生活、学习、工作、兴趣等，想象在什么语境下会用到这个表达。先简要描述这个场景，再造句。

Up to now, some employers have still prized academic level over professional experience.