This is a great event where the bright spellers show off their mastery of not just spelling but how they form the word based on its origin, how the word morphs over language boundaries, and how it is used in current literature. The Rotary Club of San Ramon Valley is grateful that we can be a small part of the academic journey that these young minds will take in the future. The Judge Panel, Pronouncer and Volunteers do an outstanding job to make the program successful.
The Rotary Club of San Ramon Valley became the sponsor for the Bay Area Scripps Regional Spelling Bee for the first time in 2023 and hopes to continue next year and beyond . The regional competition encourages the exploration of words and lifelong curiosity, with a focus on helping students set goals and dedicate time to study and prepare. Participation in the Bee program also provides an opportunity for students to gain experience in public speaking and poise under pressure.
The Scripps National Spelling Bee provides the list of words for the regional competition. The Bee reaches millions of students across the country and in other parts of the world with the classroom materials it provides to enrolled schools. About the Rotary Club of San Ramon Valley: https://www.sanramonvalleyrotary.com/.
About the Scripps National Spelling Bee: The Scripps National Spelling Bee is the nation’s largest and longest-running educational program, having launched in 1925. Visit spellingbee.com for more information about the Scripps National Spelling Bee, which is administered on a not-for-profit basis by The E.W. Scripps Company.
2027 Dates:
- 08/18/2026 – 11/30/2026 School Enrollment Period. Fee per school will be $199.
- 11/30/2026 – 01/29/202 School Late Enrollment Period – Fee per school will be $225.
- Family Home School will be invoiced $135 per school for the entirety of the enrollment period.
- 01/29/2027: School Level Competition Deadline
- 02/08/ 2027 – 02/19/2027: SRV Rotary Regional Qualifier Date
- 03/20/2027: SRV Rotary Regional Scripps Spelling Bee Date
- May 31 – June 4, 2027 – Bee Week of the 2027 Scripps National Spelling Bee at Washington DC
