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ROME, GA—Fourteen Rome City Schools students gathered at the Rome City Schools College and Career Academy (CCA) on Friday morning, January 23, to participate in the annual District Spelling Bee.
There were two contestants representing each of the six RCS elementary schools, as well as Rome Middle School.
A panel of three judges assisted moderator Coretta Stewart and word caller Jim Allred. Tod Wheeler, Stephanie Graves, and Gregory Wooten made up the judges panel, each representing one of the Spelling Bee sponsors: National Copiers, Coosa Valley Credit Union, and Communities in Schools (CIS) of Rome-Floyd County, respectively.
East Central ES student Lucy Larsen claimed the championship title and will move forward to compete in the regional Spelling Bee. Samantha Acas of East Central Elementary took second place.
CIS Executive Director Gregory Wooten presented Lucy with a $100 check and a trophy, while Samantha received a $50 check and a plaque. Each Spelling Bee contestant received a CIS sponsored gift card.
An audience of parents and contest coaches were in attendance in support of the students. Also in attendance were RCS Superintendent Dr. Eric Holland and other RCS Central Office personnel. CIS provided refreshments and photos were taken with all students, parents, and judges. The RCS District Spelling Bee Champion banner will rest at East Central until next year’s competition.