Spelling Bee Competition

The Resurge Spelling Bee programme is designed to promote excellence in literacy teaching and learning across our partner schools. This annual competition, held on the 16th of June to commemorate the Day of the African Child, offers a unique blend of learning, competition, and fun for participating students.

We believe that effective spelling instruction extends beyond rote memorisation, encompassing an understanding of etymology, semantics, and contextual usage. Our meticulously structured spelling olympiad challenges students to explore the nuances of language, thereby fostering confidence, expanding vocabulary, and cultivating a lifelong appreciation for linguistic precision.

This year, we are pleased to host the second Resurge Spelling Bee at Nyamasaria Primary, with participation from students in Grades 5 to 9 representing ten partner schools. The competition comprises three stages: preliminary and semi-final rounds conducted within individual schools, culminating in a final round where the top four performers from each school compete…