McHenry Co. Spelling Bee Winner To Compete At Scripps National Bee

MCHENRY COUNTY, IL —The winner of this spring’s McHenry County Spelling Bee will get the chance to compete in the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee.

The county spelling bee, held at McHenry County College, will take place on Wednesday, March 22, and the champion of the local competition will represent McHenry County in the Scripps National Spelling Bee, which takes place in National Harbor, Maryland, from May 28 to June 2, according to a news release.

Regional Superintendent Diana Hartmann said she hopes every McHenry County elementary and
middle school enrolls in the competition and holds spelling bees to send their winners to the county competition for the chance to compete nationally for the $50,000 grand prize.

“The Scripps spelling bee for almost a century has inspired a love of learning in children, and has
helped cultivate life skills, such as public speaking, time management, and confidence, that last a
lifetime and help children become successful adults,” Hartmann said. “The McHenry County Regional Office of Education has served as an official Scripps National Spelling Bee regional partner for many years, and looks to continue this honored tradition.”

Elementary and middle schools have until Dec. 31 to enroll in the competition, and can do so by
visiting www.spellingbee.com/enrollment. Upon enrolling and paying the entry fee, schools will have access to study lists, rules, and other learning materials, according to a news release.

The Regional Office of Education is seeking local sponsors to help cover the cost of the spelling bee
and sending the winner to the national competition. Those interested parties can contact Hartmann at 815-334-4055 or at DKHartmann@mchenrycountyil.gov.