It’s the First State and the Bee.
One Delaware nonprofit is expanding its spelling bee program, which should allow more students a shot at the famous national competition.
Meanwhile, Delaware educators are landing awards and grants for their work across the state. And, Indian River is hosting a community festival this weekend. In this weekly roundup, we’ll catch you up on these and other education updates you may have missed.
First State Educate partners with Scripps National Spelling Bee to expand Delaware competition
A Delaware nonprofit has expanded its spelling bee program by partnering with a well-known name: Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Now, First State Educate will be a regional partner and statewide sponsor, according to a press release – which means the winner from the bee hosted by the nonprofit will have the chance to reach the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee, a world-renowned televised event.
This will allow more Delaware students to compete.
Students in grades four through six whose school cannot enroll in the Scripps National Spelling Bee program, according to First State Educate, can participate in its Delaware Spelling Bee next February. Then, the top three may qualify to join school-specific champions in the 2025 Regional Bee. Then, Scripps.