‘Bee’-yond words: Year 7 Spelling Showdown
This week at St Ursula’s, the buzz was all about words – specifically, the thrilling Year 7 Spelling Bee held on Wednesday, 4 December. This eagerly awaited event brought together our brightest young spellers, showcasing their impressive linguistic skills in a friendly yet competitive atmosphere.
The following students either competed directly in the competition or were the runners up for their respective classes:
| Class | Finalist | Runner up |
| 7.1 | Valentina Otai | Maria Ysobel Agudelo |
| 7.2 | Trinity Chambers | Chloe Psarologos |
| 7.3 | Jasmine Jacovides | Lucy Makatoa |
| 7.4 | Bella Bitong | Madeleine Forwood |
| 7.5 | Hazel Smith | Jeslyn Chan |
| 7.6 | Teresa Santosa | Gemma Makatoa |
| 7.7 | Isabella Scarcella | Sarah Holden |
First and foremost, a heartfelt thank you to Mrs Helen McCarthy, whose dedication and hard work in organising the event and arranging the prizes made the day truly special. Her tireless efforts behind the scenes ensured everything ran smoothly, and her enthusiasm running the competition was contagious!
Our esteemed presenter, Ms Kalli Glynatsis and judge Mrs Sandra Kasses also deserve a round of applause for their fair and expert adjudication. Their task was not an easy one, given the high calibre of spelling talent on display.
A special acknowledgment goes to all the students who participated, including the runners-up from each class, who demonstrated admirable spelling prowess. Your hard work and preparation shone through in every round.
Trinity Chambers from 7.2 deserves a special mention for coming in a very close second. Her performance was nothing short of spectacular, and she showed great sportsmanship throughout the competition.
A big congratulations to Bella Bitong from 7.4, for clinching the title of this year’s Spelling Bee Champion! Bella’s skill and calm composure under pressure were truly commendable. Well done, Bella!
The entire event was not only a testament to our students’ academic abilities but also a lot of fun. While it can be daunting spelling in front of an entire cohort, it’s heartening to see such a vibrant display of bravery and talent. Each participant, teacher, and organiser contributed to making the Spelling Bee a huge success.
We’re already looking forward to next year’s competition. Until then, keep spelling and exploring the unbeelievable magic of words!
Go Team Year 7!
Stefanie Chan
English Teacher
