SCRIPPS National Spelling Bee

SCRIPPS National Spelling Bee

School Level

“BEE”yond Proud in Secaucus

Students in grades 1 through 5 from Huber Street and Clarendon Schools embarked upon a shared journey full of hard work, determination and the opportunity to make memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. This journey is the Scripps National Spelling Bee!

The Scripps National Spelling Bee, is one of the nation's oldest and most iconic competitions, beginning in 1925! The purpose of the SCRIPPS National Spelling Bee is not only to help students improve their spelling, but also to increase their vocabulary, improve writing skills, public speaking, articulation, poise, and develop correct English usage that will help them throughout their lives.

Hundreds of dedicated students in grades 1 through 5 from both Huber Street and Clarendon Schools in Secaucus, New Jersey have become a part of this unique experience by preparing for the virtual event.  The preparation included the study of 450 words and definitions.  The words ranged from first through eighth grade.  Additionally, some students studied another 1,150 words derived from Latin, Arabic, French, German, Dutch, Old English, Japanese, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Asian, Slavic and New World Languages within the Merriam Webster Spell It Booklet.

Our rigorous virtual spelling bee tests and in person rounds were held during the month of January.  Students were administered a grade level test, school level test and finalists moved on to the in person spelling bee.  After 23 rigorous rounds, Krishang Sudha became the 2022 Huber Street School Champion by successfully spelling the word penchant.

Our Spelling Bee Champion will continue his journey and will compete on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 from 10AM - 12PM at The Hudson County Spelling Virtual Bee.