All three kids advanced from their school (finishing in the top two of their grade) to compete in the area spelling bee (which is 5th-8th graders). At the local/state level there were about 15 schools and on average 30 kids competing per grade. All three kids did very well, lasting many rounds into the competition and making it to 8 or fewer spellers left. AJ finished in 2nd place out of 34 eighth graders and advanced to the afternoon spell off where he competed for one of five spots to advance to regionals. Living Grace didn't get any regional qualifiers this year, but had a strong showing by all.
Spelling Bee
