The journey to spelling excellence began in early February when our talented middle schoolers stepped up to the challenge in the first round of the Scripps Spelling Bee. Julia H. emerged as the 6th Grade winner, while Leah M. placed 2nd in a tough competition. However, the spotlight was on Aryash Shyam, who clinched 1st place, securing his ticket to the next round of the Scripps Spelling Bee.
Following the first victory, Aryash advanced to an online round, a crucial step toward reaching the regional competition. With his hard work and dedication, he successfully completed this round, and we eagerly awaited the results to see if he would progress further. To our delight, Aryash’s exceptional spelling skills earned him a place in the 5th Annual Diamond City Regional Spelling Bee!
On March 16, 2025, Aryash took the stage at Wilkes-Barre Area High School, competing against more than 75 top spellers from New Jersey and Pennsylvania. His determination and preparation paid off as he secured an impressive 2nd place finish at the regional level!
As a recognition of his outstanding performance, Aryash has been granted access to the Beekeeper’s Vault—an exclusive honor awarded to only 36 spellers nationwide. This incredible achievement places him among the best young spellers in the country and reflects his unwavering dedication to mastering the art of spelling—for the second year in a row! Fun fact: this was Aryash’s third consecutive year participating in the Scripps Spelling Bee, showcasing his commitment and passion for spelling.
We couldn’t be prouder of Aryash for his hard work and perseverance throughout this journey. Please join us in celebrating his success and cheering him on for future competitions. Way to go, Aryash!
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