My students competed in the high school Spelling Bee. The girls did a great job and one of the freshmen was in it until the very last round. At one point, I had to intervene and challenge the judges. After a REALLY tough round of spelling, all the students in the competition were eliminated on words like “jingoism” and “mitochondria.” Then, the last student to compete, the reigning champion, went to the podium and was given the word “dangle.” There was an audible gasp. As a coach, I had the right to challenge the judges and I did. The judges decided to have a do-over and after a few more rounds of spelling the reigning champion won fair in square. In the end, it was both excellent spelling practice and a good life-lesson on standing up for what is fair, even if it doesn't benefit your own team.
The spelling bee participants. (My girls in green skirts.)
A Palau High School student, 3rd place winner.
A Bethania freshman who just barely missed her chance to join the winner's circle.
Spelling bee champs and coaches.
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