On January 7, the annual district spelling bee returned to Boquet Valley Central School District for the first time since January 2020. About 20 students in grades 4-8 participated. This year featured multiple spell-offs, including the longest spell-off in BVCS history between 4th graders Finley and Jadon, who each spelled more than fifteen words before a grade-level champion was declared. Thanks to judges Shannon Baumann, Katie Cutcher, and Samantha Meachem; behind-the-scenes supporters Mrs. George and Mrs. Zimmerman; and pronouncer and “words of encouragement” provider Dr. Meyer.
4th grade– Jadon Hammond (champion), Finley Markwica (runner-up)
5th grade– Elianna Soriano (champion)
6th grade– Mason Peck (champion), Henry Saltamach (runner-up)
7th grade– Carter Cheney (champion), Aaron Hudson (runner-up)
8th grade– Lucy Burgess (champion), Ariel Kerr (runner-up)
District– Mason Peck (champion), Elianna Soriano (runner-up)
The grade-level champions and runner-ups will represent BVCS at the regional bee in early March. Congratulations to all participants!
