Spell Master Competition

The ‘’Spell Master Competition’’ is an annual educational program that we conduct in our school specifically for Grade 3 and Grade 4 students. We had the competition for last three years, and the process took five (05) months to complete.

During the programme, the students were able to develop many skills such as:

  •          Enhancing vocabulary skills through learning new words.
  •          Improving the spelling accuracy.
  •          Gaining confidence in speaking in front of an audience.
  •          Encouraging teamwork among students.

At the beginning of the programme, each student received 50 words from the first two units. Teams of ten students were formed in each class. The selected students practiced additional words from the first four units. After that, the battle rounds were started with teams based on lots drawn. While the battle rounds was going on new units were added with more words and an outstanding performance round was added too. From the students who have unselected, five students were randomly selected according to their registration number for the outstanding performance round.  According to the results, three teams were selected for the semifinals while two teams were selected for the finale.

Each class was named by using a name of a flower 💮(e.g. Grade 4 A- Apple blossom, grade 4- D- Daffodils etc.) and the main hall was decorated under that particular flower theme. Spelled words were visible for the audience while the competition going on. All the students cheered for their teams calling by the names of the flowers. The enthusiasm and the curiosity came from the audience were unbelievable. (We got to know that the parents had conducted zoom meetings to practice their children.) We had two rounds for the finale continued for two days with an outstanding performance round. Each competitor had to spell out 10 words and outstanding performer had to spell five words. Marks were added for both days and the winner was selected.

Grand finale was ceremoniously held with the participation of chief guest, presenting medals and trophies: bronze🥉 for the third place, silver🥈 for the second and gold 🥇 medals along with a trophy for the winners.

How the spell master competition helps students in real-life use of English

The Spell Master competition positively influences students’ real-life use of English by strengthening their vocabulary, spelling, accuracy and confidence in communication. As they learn and apply new words, students develop better writing. The practice of spelling improves pronunciation and public speaking confidence, too. This program supports lifelong learning and enhances their ability to engage in an English-rich world.

How I received inspiration?

Our principal discussed the film “Akeelah and the Bee” with us and emphasized the importance of accurate spelling. Therefore, the structure of this programme was designed to fulfil that vision. The teachers were given with different responsibilities. I was assigned with selecting initial sets of words and preparing mark sheets. I compered the ceremony too. I was so encouraged to continue this program, as I could see how the children mastered spellings, while developing their personality skills. I believe that the ‘’Spell Master Competition’’ is an educational program that should be implemented in every school.








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