Faith Christian School In-house Spelling Bee Recap – January 30, 2025
Faith Christian School hosted its annual Spelling Bee on January 30, 2025. FCS students in 1st-8th grade had been preparing for weeks, diligently studying word lists, practicing pronunciation, and honing their spelling skills.
Spelling bees are more than just competitions—they help students develop strong literacy skills, improve vocabulary, and build confidence. Through studying and memorization, students enhance their ability to recognize word patterns, understand meanings, and apply correct spelling in their writing. Additionally, spelling bees encourage public speaking, helping students learn to articulate clearly under pressure and think critically in high-stakes situations. These valuable skills support academic growth and prepare students for future success in language arts, reading comprehension, and communication.
2024-2025 Faith Christian School Spelling Bee Champions
1st Grade: Emmy Cowan, Isaac Edington
2nd Grade: Sam Piniotes, Christian Semrad
3rd Grade: Leah Ruud, Hank Book
4th Grade: Amalia Rodriguez, Jace Guerrero
5th Grade: Aleksander Semrad, Marcel Tabailloux
6th Grade: Cadence Ruud, Dawson Bruning
7th Grade: Clayton Austin, Parker Johnson
8th Grade: Grace Sierakowski, Grace Troast
We are incredibly proud of all our participants for their hard work and dedication to this academic challenge!
Next Step: Conference Spelling Bee
The journey doesn’t stop here! Our top spellers will now advance to the Conference Spelling Bee on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Mt. Zion Christian School. We look forward to cheering them on as they compete at the next level!