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The
Joplin Globe
Educational Services
117 E. 4th Street
Joplin, MO 64801
Fax:
(417) 623-1188
Phone:
(417) 627-7288
Katy
Schrader
Educational Services Coordinator
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2008 Joplin Globe Spelling Bee is set for 8 a.m. Wednesday
March 19, 2008, at Taylor Auditorium on the campus
of Missouri Southern State University Joplin Mo.
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Complimentary
Words
for School Bees |
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Official
2008 Spelling Bee
Word List |
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Sweaty palms, dry mouths and difficult words are
the order of the day when The Joplin Globe presents
the annual spelling bee in March. The event is
held at Taylor Auditorium on the Missouri Southern
State University campus in Joplin.
The work begins in January when schools in the
Globe’s circulation area register and receive
a study list of approximately 2,500 words. Schools
hold individual bees, narrowing it down to one
winner from fourth, fifth or sixth-grade to compete
in the Globe’s Tournament of Champions. |
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Dr. David Ackiss, professor of English at MSSU,
is spell master for this highly anticipated event,
which normally attracts some 100 area competitors.
Each student who participates receives a small
trophy and certificate. Large trophies and cash
prizes are awarded to students who place 1st,
2nd, and 3rd.
While spelling is certainly the focus, the bee
teaches important lessons in courage and confidence,
too! |
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