Regional Spelling Bee - 2nd Place Winner
On Thursday, February 20, 2020, twenty-seven students from Forreston Junior High along with Language Arts teachers, Mrs. Leddy, Mrs. Snider, and Mrs. Griseta, cheered on Devin Bratt, as he competed in the Regional Spelling Bee at Dixon High School.
Fellow students and staff watched as Devin worked his way through eight rounds, making it into the top ten, on to the top six, and finally down to two remaining competitors. Finally, placing second in the Regional Bee! In round eight, Devin went head to head against Kathleen Keesey, from Reagan Middle School, misspelling the word obstetrician. The champion went on to spell two consecutive words correctly, taking the regional title. In placing second, Devin earned a Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, along with a $75.00 Amazon Gift Card. Congratulations Devin, Forreston is extremely proud of you!