Snyder ISD hosted its annual District Spelling Bee on Monday, bringing together 12 campus champions for a competition that highlighted preparation, perseverance, and academic achievement.
Students advanced to the district level after earning top honors on their campuses. Competing in the Spelling Bee requires weeks of study, practice rounds, family support, and the courage to step forward and spell under pressure. This year’s competition extended through 24 rounds, with students demonstrating poise, focus, and composure as the words grew increasingly complex.
District Spelling Bee Participants:
Tinsley Hermosillo
Denahli Wells
Makenna Witte
Zaden Neis
Jase Lawson
McKinley Mitchell
Noah Ybarra
A'Aleyah Collins
Liam Almanza
Israel Cabrera
Knox Morris
Brayden Perez
Snyder ISD congratulates District Champion Knox Morris, an 8th grader at Snyder Junior High. Knox will advance to the Regional Spelling Bee in Lubbock, Texas, on March 7. To prepare for the next level of competition, he will study from an extensive 4,000-word list.
The District also recognizes Runner-Up Jase Lawson, a 5th grader at Snyder Intermediate School, for an outstanding performance and strong finish after 24 competitive rounds.
Snyder ISD is proud of all 12 students who represented their campuses with determination and academic excellence. The District Spelling Bee reflects the district’s continued commitment to fostering academic growth, resilience, and a love of learning.