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The
Joplin Globe
Educational Services
117 E. 4th Street
Joplin, MO 64801
Fax:
(417) 623-1188
Phone:
(417) 627-7288
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us for the competition this March!
The
Joplin Globe’s 35th annual spelling bee is set
for 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 21, 2012, at Missouri
Southern State University’s Taylor Auditorium.
Friends and family members of bee contestants, as
well as interested community members, are invited
and welcome to attend this educational event. There
is no charge, and it’s the best way to see area
students’ spelling skills in action!
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 The
Official 2012
Spelling Bee Word Lists
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each list name to download |
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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. 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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