During the board of education meeting on Jan. 27, Sewanhaka Central High School District proudly recognized five middle school students for demonstrating exceptional skill, composure and enthusiasm throughout this year’s Scripps Spelling Bee competitions.
Ex officio board member Adam Abdullah, a junior at New Hyde Park Memorial High School, helped to begin the meeting, sharing recent districtwide highlights during the Student Report, including seventh grade orientation programs, the Nassau County Math Tournament and an Athletic Leadership Academy with Lamar Lee.
Attention then turned to the spelling bee champions. Beginning at the classroom level, winners advanced to a schoolwide competition and now have the chance to compete in the regional Scripps Spelling Bee in February. Congratulations to Elmont Memorial High School eighth grader Ositadinma Uche-Konkwo, Floral Park Memorial High School seventh grader Marcus Pena, H. Frank Carey High School seventh grader Ryan Fayad, New Hyde Park Memorial High School eighth grader Christian Mathew and Sewanhaka High School eighth grader Momina Ali.
“Their poise, preparation and command of complex vocabulary exemplify the intellectual curiosity we strive to cultivate in all learners,” Superintendent of Schools Regina Agrusa said.
