More than 22,000 schools are enrolled in the 2026 Bee program. And counting! It's such a powerful way to instill a love of words and challenge students to stretch the limits of their potential. The deadline is fast approaching, so join the hive by January 30 and create an experience your students will never forget. 🐝❤️ 🔗 https://spellingbee.com/enroll | Scripps National Spelling Bee

In 2025, the Bee will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the very first National Spelling Bee. While only nine spellers participated in that first competition, their legacy lives on in the millions of students who compete at all levels of the spelling bee program today. Throughout the year, we will share stories from the Bee archive, engage our spelling bee alumni in different ways and commemorate 100 years of words with special opportunities. Let's go! 🐝 | Scripps National Spelling Bee