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The thrill of performing live — under real pressure
Spelling aloud on a live stage builds the kind of confidence that no classroom exercise can replicate. A defining moment in learning to perform under pressure.
Saturday, 25th April 2026
GROUP 1 · GRADES 3–5
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM CST
GROUP 2 · GRADES 6–8
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM CST
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🐝 FREE NATIONAL COMPETITION · GRADES 3–8
98thPercentile Presents
Spelling Bee
Championship 2026
Saturday, 25th April 2026
GROUP 1 · GRADES 3–5
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM CST
GROUP 2 · GRADES 6–8
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM CST
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🐝 DON'T MISS OUT
What Your Child Misses
If They Don't Compete
This is more than a competition. Every child who sits it out misses a real, formative experience.
Real exposure to the Scripps National Spelling Bee format
Follows the same format as the Scripps National Spelling Bee — the most prestigious competition in America. Your child gets a taste of the national stage, from their own home.
300 words that could transform their vocabulary
Every registrant receives the Spelling Power Word List — a curated set that builds genuine vocabulary depth. Miss the event, miss the list, miss the edge on every ELA test.
A National Championship credential they can own
Every competing child earns an official certificate. Champions earn a titled "National Champion" credential — real academic recognition that follows your child forward.
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🐝 FORMAT
How the Championship Works
Modelled on the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Three rounds. One champion per group.
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10 DAYS BEFORE · 14TH APRIL
Receive Your Spelling Power Word List
All competition words come from this list. Sent to your inbox. Organised by grade.
1
MINUTES 0–22 · ALL PARTICIPANTS
Written Qualifier — 10 Words
All participants answer simultaneously. 45 sec per word. Top 12 advance.
2
MINUTES 30–55 · TOP 12
Live Oral Semi-Final — Miss-and-Out
Top 12 go live in front of everyone. Miss a word — you're out. Nail it — advance.
3
MINUTES 55–78 · FINAL SPELLERS
Oral Championship — Scripps Rules
Winner must correctly spell after last opponent misses. The most dramatic moment.
4
MINUTES 78–90 · EVERYONE
Live Awards Ceremony
Winners announced. All participants guided to download their official certificate.
🐝 REWARDS
Every Child Wins Something
Scholarships. Titled certificates. Recognition. Designed for what Indian-American families value most.
1ST PLACE · BOTH GROUPS
National Champion
- 100% Scholarship — any 98thPercentile program
- "National Champion — Spelling Bee Championship 2026" digital certificate
- Featured on 98thPercentile social & newsletter
2ND PLACE · BOTH GROUPS
National Runner-Up
- 80% Scholarship — any 98thPercentile program
- "National Runner-Up — Spelling Bee Championship 2026" digital certificate
- Featured in 98thPercentile newsletter
ALL PARTICIPANTS
Participation Certificate
- "Official Participant — 98thPercentile National Spelling Bee Championship 2026"
- Downloadable digital certificate
SCHOLARSHIP TERMS & CONDITIONS
Scholarships are applicable to the Coding, Maths, Public Speaking, or ELA programs. Valid for new enrolments only and cannot be combined with other offers.
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🐝 REWARDS
Every Child Wins Something
Scholarships. Titled certificates. Recognition. Designed for what Indian-American families value most.
1ST PLACE · BOTH GROUPS
National Champion
- 100% Scholarship — any 98thPercentile program
- "National Champion — Spelling Bee Championship 2026" digital certificate
- Featured on 98thPercentile social & newsletter
2ND PLACE · BOTH GROUPS
National Runner-Up
- 80% Scholarship — any 98thPercentile program
- "National Runner-Up — Spelling Bee Championship 2026" digital certificate
- Featured in 98thPercentile newsletter
ALL PARTICIPANTS
Participation Certificate
- "Official Participant — 98thPercentile National Spelling Bee Championship 2026"
- Downloadable digital certificate
SCHOLARSHIP TERMS & CONDITIONS
Scholarships are applicable to the Coding, Maths, Public Speaking, or ELA programs. Valid for new enrolments only and cannot be combined with other offers.
🐝 PARENT REVIEWS
What Families Are Saying
★★★★★
"She has started using bigger words in daily conversations. It's been great seeing her confidence grow."
Yash
Texas, USA
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"Huge improvement in my grades and my confidence. She made me enjoy reading challenging texts."
Jayapriya
California, USA
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"98th Percentile has been great for my daughter. She has built strong math skills and improved her vocabulary and writing. Thanks to teachers Ram and Prabheleen for the engaging classes. Highly recommend!"
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New Jersey, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — 100% free. No registration fee, no credit card, no hidden costs. Every registrant also receives the Spelling Power Word List.
Grades 3–8. Group 1 (Gr 3–5): 10:30 AM–12:00 PM CST. Group 2 (Gr 6–8): 12:30–2:00 PM CST. Own difficulty, prizes, and champion per group.
Yes. The Spelling Power Word List arrives 10 days before (14th April). All competition words come from this list. We want students to prepare.
Three rounds: Written Qualifier (all participants simultaneously) → Oral Semi-Final (top 12, miss-and-out) → Oral Championship Final (Scripps rules). 90 minutes.
Yes. Strong readeA device with Zoom and a stable internet connection. A quiet space for the oral rounds. No additional apps or materials needed.rs and creative thinkers don’t always develop strong writing structure. This session helps you observe how ideas actually translate onto the page.
23rd April 2026 at 9:30 AM CST — 25 hours before the event. Register early to receive the Spelling Power Word List with maximum prep time.
All certificates issued digitally. Families receive step-by-step download instructions by email within 7 business days of the event.
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