L TO R: Jennifer Root (Superintendent), (Back-Center) Phil Suttner (Evans Ranch Elementary Principal and Bee Master), (Front-center) Elijah Decano (Champion), Fred Parrish (Southshore Elementary Assistant Principal) Valley News/Courtesy photo
MENIFEE - The Menifee Union School District proudly announces the successful conclusion of its 2024 District Spelling Bee, held on Thursday, Feb. 8, at Evans Ranch Elementary. A total of 38 determined students showcased their spelling prowess in an intense competition, navigating through 10 challenging rounds and spelling a total of 102 words.Elijah Decano, a courageous fifth-grade student representing Southshore Elementary School, emerged victorious as the 2024 Menifee Union School District Spelling Bee Champion. The winning word? Tempura!Elijah will move on to represent the district at the upcoming Riverside County Spelling Bee scheduled for March 28. Additionally, the district is pleased to recognize Karla Carapia from Menifee Valley Middle School as the second-place winner.
