Susquehanna County Students Prepare to “B-E-E” Their Best in Inaugural County-Wide Spelling Competition
SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY, PA – The United Way of Susquehanna County is thrilled to announce a brand-new initiative designed to celebrate academic excellence and school spirit: the first-ever County-Wide Spelling Bee. Students from all six local school districts are currently gearing up for a competition that promises to be as educational as it is exciting.
Two Grades, Two Unique Challenges
The competition is open to students in the fourth and fifth grades, but each grade level will enjoy a slightly different competition format:
- 4th Grade – Game Show Style: To keep things high-energy and collaborative, the fourth-grade competition will be a team-based, game-show style “Bee.” This format encourages teamwork and quick thinking, allowing students to support one another while showing off their spelling prowess.
- 5th Grade – The Traditional Challenge: Fifth graders will compete in a more traditional, individual spelling bee format. This classic style tests students’ focus, memory, and composure under pressure as students work their way through increasingly difficult word lists.
The Road to the County Championship
Each of the six school districts will host its own internal spelling bee to determine local champions. To make the victory even sweeter, the United Way will provide exciting prizes for the winners at every school.
However, the stakes get even higher for the fifth graders. The top three spellers from each school’s 5th-grade competition will qualify to represent their district at the County-Wide Grand Finale. This ultimate showdown will take place on March 26th, where the county’s best young spellers will compete for a grand prize of $1,000.
A Call to Local Alumni and Sponsors
The United Way is actively seeking the support of local community members and alumni who believe in the power of educational competition. Sponsoring this event is a fantastic way for Susquehanna County graduates to give back to the next generation of scholars and help foster a culture of academic achievement.
“We want to show our students that working hard in the classroom is just as worth celebrating as any touchdown or home run,” said Tom Follert, Regional Community Director of the United Way. “This event is about more than just words; it’s about building confidence and community pride.”
Get Involved
For more information on the competition, full rules, or to learn how you can become a sponsor for this event, please visit the official program website at: https://unitedwayofsusquehannacounty.org/programs/spellingbee/
Mark your calendars for March 26th and get ready to cheer on our local students as they compete for the title of Susquehanna County Spelling Bee Champion!