The competition was intense as the students made their way through a series of challenging words, ranging from commonly misspelled words to more obscure terms. The students’ performances were outstanding, as they displayed their knowledge of spelling rules and techniques in a high-pressure environment. 

After several rounds of spelling, the field of competitors was narrowed down to the top three finalists. In third place was Tyler Hunger from Holy Angel School , in second place was Maelie Schroeder from Immanuel Lutheran School, and taking the title of Spelling Bee Champion was Francis Nnodi from St. Catherine of Sienna Elementary School who won by spelling the word adhesion. 

Patricia Dal Santo, Regional Superintendent at Kane County ROE, praised the students for their hard work and dedication, saying, “The Spelling Bee is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their spelling skills and build their confidence. We are proud of all the participants and their accomplishments.”

As the first place winner, Nnodi has the option to attend the Scripps National Spelling Bee Finals taking place in Maryland during Memorial Day week.  

The Kane County Spelling Bee Finals is an annual event that celebrates academic achievement and encourages students to excel in their studies. Congratulations to
all the participants, and a special congratulations to the Spelling Bee Champion
Francis Nnodi!