2003 SPELLING BEE



2003 SPELLING BEE

	There was the aftermath of the blizzard, late arrivals, and the Battleground Orchestra practicing next door, but none of these obstacles were a match for the 50 contestants who came, spelled and conquered. Vicki Shen of the Catena School emerged the victor after eleven rounds. The spell off for second and third place was very exciting with Julie Sarte from the Catena School, and Jilyan Decker from Laura Donavan battling six extra rounds till Julie Sarte placed second. Stephen Acerra of Busy BBB's Florist, our co sponsor, presented the winners with gift certificates from Barnes and Noble. The prizes were, $75.00 for first place, 2nd, was $50.00 and 3rd. was $25.00. Thanks to the members who provided the refreshments, organized the kids and kept things running smooth, and the photographer. A special thank you to Brian Gellman who taped the event for channel 77.



	Winner Vicki Shen of the Catena School	Top 3 Places