FCT Abuja Spelling Bee Competition

21/01/2026

*📘 Useful Vocabulary (Shopping & Daily Use)*:

1. 🛒 *Buy* - /baɪ/ - (verb)
- Etymology: Old English "bycgan"
- Meaning: to purchase something
- Example: "I'm going to buy a new phone."
- Synonyms: purchase, acquire
- Antonyms: sell
- Related words: buyer, buying

2. 💰 *Sell* - /sɛl/ - (verb)
- Etymology: Old English "sellan"
- Meaning: to give something in exchange for money
- Example: "She's selling her old laptop."
- Synonyms: trade, vend
- Antonyms: buy
- Related words: seller, selling

3. 💳 *Pay* - /peɪ/ - (verb)
- Etymology: Old French: "payer", from Latin "pacare" (to pacify)
- Meaning: to give money for something
- Example: "I'll pay for the groceries."
- Synonyms: compensate, reimburse
- Antonyms: receive
- Related words: payment, payable

4. 💸 *Spend* - /spɛnd/ - (verb)
- Etymology: Old English "spendan", from Latin "expendere"
- Meaning: to use money to buy things
- Example: "I spent too much on clothes this month."
- Synonyms: expend, disburse
- Antonyms: save
- Related words: spender, spending

5. 💵 *Cost* - /kɔst/ - (noun)
- Etymology: Old French: "coste", from Latin "constare"
- Meaning: the amount of money needed to buy something
- Example: "The cost of the ticket is ₦5000."
- Synonyms: price, fee
- Antonyms: value
- Related words: costly, cost-effective

6. 🔖 *Discount* - /ˈdɪskaʊnt/ - (noun)
- Etymology: Old French: "descompte", from Latin "discomputare"
- Meaning: a reduction in price
- Example: "There's a 10% discount on all items."
- Synonyms: reduction, rebate
- Antonyms: markup
- Related words: discounted, discounting

7. 📦 *Order* - /ˈɔːrdər/ - (noun/verb)
- Etymology: Old French: "ordre", from Latin "ordo"
- Meaning: to request something to be delivered
- Example: "I've ordered a new book online."
- Synonyms: request, command
- Antonyms: cancel
- Related words: ordering, orderly

8. 🔄 *Return* - /rɪˈtɜːrn/ - (verb)
- Etymology: Old French: "retourner", from Latin "re- + tornare"
- Meaning: to give something back
- Example: "I want to return this shirt, it's too small."
- Synonyms: give back, refund
- Antonyms: keep
- Related words: returnable, returnee

9. ⏳ *Delay* - /dɪˈleɪ/ - (verb)
- Etymology: Old French: "delayer", from Latin "dilatare"
- Meaning: to make something happen later than planned
- Example: "The delivery was delayed."
- Synonyms: postpone, defer
- Antonyms: hurry
- Related words: delayed, delaying

10. 🔁 *Exchange* - /ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ/ - (verb)
- Etymology: Old French: "eschanger", from Latin "excambiare"
- Meaning: to give something and get something else in return
- Example: "Can I exchange this shirt for a larger size?"
- Synonyms: swap, trade
- Antonyms: keep
- Related words: exchangeable, exchanger

11. 🧾 *Bill* - /bɪl/ - (noun)
- Etymology: Old French: "bille", from Latin "bulla"
- Meaning: a document showing how much you owe
- Example: "Can I have the bill, please?"
- Synonyms: invoice, receipt
- Antonyms: payment
- Related words: billing, billable

12. 🏷 *Price* - /praɪs/ - (noun)
- Etymology: Old French: "pris", from Latin "pretium"
- Meaning: the amount of money something costs
- Example: "What's the price of this item?"
- Synonyms: cost, fee
- Antonyms: value
- Related words: pricing, pricy

13. 🤝 *Bargain* - /ˈbɑːrɡɪn/ - (verb/noun)
- Etymology: Old French: "bargaigner", from Latin "pergunnare"
- Meaning: to try to agree on a price
- Example: "She's good at bargaining."
- Synonyms: negotiate, haggle
- Antonyms: accept
- Related words: bargainer, bargainous

14. 🛍 *Shopkeeper* - /ˈʃɒpˌkiːpər/ - (noun)
- Etymology: English "shop" + "keeper"
- Meaning: a person who runs a shop
- Example: "The shopkeeper was very helpful."
- Synonyms: retailer, vendor
- Antonyms: customer
- Related words: shopkeeping, shop

15. 👤 *Customer* - /ˈkʌstəmər/ - (noun)
- Etymology: Old French: "coutumier", from Latin "consuetudinarius"
- Meaning: a person who buys things
- Example: "The customer is always right."
- Synonyms: buyer, client
- Antonyms: seller
- Related words: customerly, customization

16. 🥜 *Cheap* - /tʃiːp/ - (adjective)
- Etymology: Old English: "ceap", from Latin "caupo" (shopkeeper)
- Meaning: costing little money
- Example: "This shirt is cheap."
- Synonyms: inexpensive, affordable
- Antonyms: expensive
- Related words: cheaply, cheapness

17. 🏵️ *Expensive* - /ɪkˈspɛnsɪv/ - (adjective)
- Etymology: Latin "expensus", from "expendere"
- Meaning: costing a lot of money
- Example: "The hotel was expensive."
- Synonyms: costly, pricey
- Antonyms: cheap
- Related words: expensively, expensiveness

18. 🚚 *Refund* - /ˈriːfʌnd/ - (noun)
- Etymology: Latin "refundere", from "re- + fundere"
- Meaning: money returned to a customer
- Example: "I'm entitled to a refund."
- Synonyms: reimbursement, repayment
- Antonyms: payment
- Related words: refundable, refunding

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01/12/2025

*Happy New Month Wishes from Today Child Education and Skills Initiative!*

D - Dive into the limitless possibilities that December brings, filled with hope, joy, and promise!
E - Empower the next generation through education, equipping them with the skills to succeed!
C - Celebrate the gift of learning, a treasure that lasts a lifetime!
E - Excel in all endeavors, striving for greatness in every step!
M - Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, shaping their future!
B - Bringing bright smiles and opportunities to those who need them most!
E - Equip them with the tools, resources, and support to thrive!
R - Reach out, uplift, and inspire the next generation to greatness!

The best gift you can give your children or students this December is the gift of knowledge and skills! 🎁 Register them for our Spelling Bee Competition today and watch them shine! 🌟

Don't miss the opportunity! Registration closes on 31st December 2025. Secure your spot now! ⏰

Happy New Month from Today Child Education and Skills Initiative! 🎉🎊 May this December be filled with joy, hope, and endless possibilities for all our fans!

27/09/2025

*The Grand Finale is Here!*

The Maiden Edition of the FCT Abuja Spelling Bee championship final is coming up on October 1, 2025, at GSS Garki Area 10! Who will be crowned the champion this year?

Event Details
- *Date:* October 1, 2025
- *Venue:* GSS Garki II
- Time:
- Aged 7-11: 10:00 AM
- Aged 12-15: 12:00 AM

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01/09/2025

New Month wish using the acronym SEPTEMBER:

S - Smiling faces ahead
E - Embracing new opportunities (Register now for our free slot!)
P - Pursuing excellence in education
T - Together we grow and learn
E - Elevating minds through skills development
M - Making progress, one step at a time
B - Brighter futures for all
E - Empowering youth, enriching communities
R - Reaching new heights, together!

Wishing all followers of Today Child Education and Skills Initiative a happy and fulfilling September! Don't miss out on our free registration slot - sign up now and join our mission to empower young minds!

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28/08/2025

Invitation to the Second Edition of the FCT Abuja Spelling Bee

We are thrilled to invite your students to participate in the inaugural FCT Spelling Bee Competition! This exciting event aims to promote literacy, vocabulary, and healthy competition among students. We cordially invite your school to join this prestigious event, designed to provide an enriching experience for your students. Our goal is to help improve their spelling and vocabulary skills, fostering a lifelong love of learning.

The Second Edition of the FCT Abuja Spelling Bee is commencing this September 2025 with additional groups Kwali and Abaji Area Councils together. The Maiden Edition was quite impressive and the Final is October 1, 2025. Since the Maiden Edition did not follow the academic calendar, we intended to work with the FCT Secondary Education Board (SEB) Academic Calendar, Unity Schools Board, UBE, and National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPP) in order to give schools suitable time to plan their programme well and fully participate in the FCT Abuja Spelling Bee Competition without interrupting into the school major programmes.

In view of this, Today Child Education and Skills Initiative is offering One Free Slot to All Schools all around FCT Abuja to have the privilege to sign up. This opportunity allows one talented student from each interested school to participate in the Second Edition of the FCT Spelling Bee competition.

Registration Details
1. Dateline: Registration is open 1st September, 2025 and will close on 31th December, 2025.
2. Participating Fee: N10, 000.00 per participant (Covering Spelling Bee Booklet [Spelling It Now], and Certificate of Participation)
3. Online Registration: Register online here: https://kcicspellingbee.org/competition/registration/
4. Payment: Payment should be made directly on the website or through the bank account details provided on our website registration page.
5. Evidence of Payment: Forward evidence of payment to the management on this WhatsApp number: 07083338840.

FCT Spelling Bee Competition Categories: The FCT Spelling Bee Competition will feature two categories:

Category 1: Junior Spellers (Ages 7-11)
a. Open to students aged 7-11
b. Designed to promote early literacy and vocabulary skills

Category 2: Senior Spellers (Ages 12-16)
a. Open to students aged 12-16
b. Designed to challenge advanced spellers and promote excellence in language skills

Participants will compete within their respective age categories, ensuring a fun and fair competition for all.

Venues and Dates for the Competition: We are pleased to announce the proposed dates for the competition. FCT Spelling Bee Competition Group Stages Schedule
1. Kwali and Abaji Area Councils: November 15, 2025
• Venue: FGC Kwali
2. Gwagwalada Area Council: November 29, 2025
• Venue: GSS Gwagwalada
3. Kuje Area Council: February 7, 2026
• Venue: GSS Kuje
4. Bwari Area Council: February 21, 2026
• Venue: GGSS Dutse Alhaji
5. Abuja Municipal Area Council: March 7, 2026
• Venue: GSS Garki
6. Children’s Day Special: May 27, 2026
• Venue: To be communicated
7. Finals: June 20, 2026
• Venue: GSS Garki.

Group Stage Format:
1. Group allocation: Teams will be allocated to each Area Council
2. Matches: Teams will compete against each other within their allocated group
3. Winners: The top ten (10) best from each group will advance to the final stage of the competition

What to Expect:
1. Exciting competition: The final round promises to be an exciting and closely contested event
2. Talented participants: The best young spellers from across the six Area Councils will gather to showcase their skills

Categories and Winners:
1. Age categories: 7-11 and 12-16 years’ old
2. Winners: The top performers in each age category will be crowned winners

Competition Prizes:
a. Cash prizes for the top three students as content on the flyer
b. Medals for the top 10 students in each category
c. Certificate of participation for all participants
d. Other gifts in kind or cash from our sponsors

Benefits of Participation:
i. Improved spelling and vocabulary skills
ii. Enhanced confidence and public speaking skills
iii. Opportunity to compete with peers from other schools
iv. Prizes and recognition for winners

The benefits for participating schools include: Promotional Opportunities, Benefits, Recognition and Awards
1. Continual Advertisement: Participating schools will receive ongoing promotional exposure.
2. Full-page Feature: A full page on https://kcicspellingbee.org/posting-date/school-name/ will be dedicated to each participating school, allowing them to showcase their details and information.
3. Certificate of Participation: All participating schools will receive a Certificate of Participation.
4. Trophy for Winning schools: The winning school(s) will be awarded a trophy.
5. Benefits: Other benefits may be included, depending on the specific arrangements or partnerships.

We look forward to welcoming your students to our Second Edition of FCT Spelling Bee Competition! If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us. https://kcicspellingbee.org/2025/08/26/second-annual-fct-abuja-spelling-bee-competition/

Best regards,

Signed

Engr. Gregory Nwanmagyi Pius
Project Coordinator
Today Child Education and Skills Initiative (TCESI)

28/08/2025

THE STAFF ROOM IS COMPLETELY SILENT

The staff room was quiet again. Not because the teachers had nothing to say, but because they were tired of saying it.

Mrs. Ada slumped into the plastic chair she’d been using for five years. It wobbled, just like her faith in the system. Her salary hadn’t been paid in two months, yet she still showed up every morning before 7 a.m., chalk in hand, heart full of hope.

Mr. Tunde, the Physics teacher, had just returned from teaching SS3. He hadn’t eaten all day. The school proprietor had promised lunch stipends last term. It never came. Instead, he got a memo reminding him to “dress professionally” and “smile more for the school’s image.”

They all remembered when the school owner drove in with a brand-new SUV, the same week they were told there wasn’t enough money for salary increments. The teachers clapped politely at the unveiling, then returned to their classes with broken spirits.

Miss Bisi, young and full of dreams, had once tried to speak up. She wrote a letter asking for basic teaching materials—markers, a whiteboard that didn’t peel, maybe even a fan for the sweltering classroom. The response? A warning letter for “insubordination.”

They weren’t lazy. They weren’t unqualified. They were simply undervalued.

Every day, they shaped minds, wiped tears, corrected essays, and stayed late to coach students for WAEC. Yet, when it came to appreciation, they were invisible.

No health insurance. No pension. No respect.

But they stayed. For the children. For the hope that maybe, someday, someone would see them—not just as tools, but as the backbone of education.

So the staff room remained silent. Not because they had nothing to say. But because they had said it all—and no one was listening.

26/08/2025

Opportunity for Schools to Participate in the Second Annual FCT Abuja and Eight Annual KCIC Spelling Bee Competition

All schools in FCT Abuja and Kaduna State have an opportunity to participate in the Spelling Bee Competition, specifically the Second Edition of the FCT Abuja Spelling Bee Competition and KCIC Spelling Bee Competition, organized by Today Child Education and Skills Initiative. This competition aims to promote literacy, vocabulary, and healthy competition among students.

Exciting Opportunity for Schools in Kaduna State and FCT Abuja!

Today Child Education and Skills Initiative is offering One Free Slot to all schools in FCT Abuja and Kaduna State. This means one talented student from each interested school can participate in this year Annual Spelling Bee competition.

Key Details
1. Participation: One talented student from each interested school can participate.
2. Preparation Materials: Get a copy of the Words lists (Spell It Now) Booklet to start preparing students.
3. Age Categories: The competition features two categories:
• Junior Spellers (Ages 7-11)
• Senior Spellers (Ages 12-16)
4. Dateline: Registration is open 1st September, 2025 and will close on 31th December, 2025.
5. Dates: Group stages are scheduled across six Area Councils in FCT Abuja and the Three Geopolitical Region in Kaduna, with the Grand finale on 6th and 20th June, 2026 respectively.
6. Target Audience: Schools owners, Directors, Principals, Heads of Schools, and Schools Admin in FCT Abuja and Kaduna State.
7. Partnerships: The Second Edition promises to be great with more organizations partnering with Today Child Education and Skills Initiative.

Benefits of Participation
• Enhances vocabulary and language skills with over 10,000+ words in the Spell It Now study guide.
• Opportunity for students to showcase their spelling talents in the KCIC and FCT Abuja Spelling Bee Competition.
• Improved Spelling and Vocabulary Skills: Enhances students' language skills.
• Recognition and Awards: Winners receive prizes, medals, and certificates.
• Promotional Opportunities: Participating schools get promotional exposure.

Next Steps
Encourage schools in FCT Abuja and Kaduna State to sign up for the opportunity and start preparing their students using the Spell It Now Booklet. For more information on the competition, you can reach out to Today Child Education and Skills Initiative by calling Project Coordinator: 07083338840. Also, through our Contact Us page or Register your free slot here: https://kcicspellingbee.org/2025/08/26/opportunity-to-participate-spelling-bee-competition/.

25/08/2025

Invitation to The Second Edition of the FCT Abuja Spelling Bee

We are thrilled to invite your students to participate in the inaugural FCT Spelling Bee Competition! This exciting event aims to promote literacy, vocabulary, and healthy competition among students. We cordially invite your school to join this prestigious event, designed to provide an enriching experience for your students. Our goal is to help improve their spelling and vocabulary skills, fostering a lifelong love of learning.

The Second Edition of the FCT Abuja Spelling Bee is commencing this September 2025 with additional groups Kwali and Abaji Area Councils together. The Maiden Edition was quite impressive and the Final is October 1, 2025. Since the Maiden Edition did not follow the academic calendar, we intended to work with the FCT Secondary Education Board (SEB) Academic Calendar, Unity Schools Board, UBE, and National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPP) in order to give schools suitable time to plan their programme well and fully participate in the FCT Abuja Spelling Bee Competition without interrupting into the school major programmes.

In view of this, Today Child Education and Skills Initiative is offering One Free Slot to All Schools all around FCT Abuja to have the privilege to sign up. This opportunity allows one talented student from each interested school to participate in the Second Edition of the FCT Spelling Bee competition.

Registration Details
1. Dateline: Registration is open 1st September, 2025 and will close on 31th December, 2025.
2. Participating Fee: N10, 000.00 per participant (Covering Spelling Bee Booklet [Spelling It Now], and Certificate of Participation)
3. Online Registration: Register online here
4. Payment: Payment should be made directly on the website or through the bank account details provided on our website registration page.
5. Evidence of Payment: Forward evidence of payment to the management on this WhatsApp number: 07083338840.

FCT Spelling Bee Competition Categories: The FCT Spelling Bee Competition will feature two categories:
Category 1: Junior Spellers (Ages 7-11)
a. Open to students aged 7-11
b. Designed to promote early literacy and vocabulary skills
Category 2: Senior Spellers (Ages 12-16)
a. Open to students aged 12-16
b. Designed to challenge advanced spellers and promote excellence in language skills
Participants will compete within their respective age categories, ensuring a fun and fair competition for all.

Venues and Dates for the Competition: We are pleased to announce the proposed dates for the competition. FCT Spelling Bee Competition Group Stages Schedule
1. Kwali and Abaji Area Councils: November 15, 2025
o Venue: FGC Kwali
2. Gwagwalada Area Council: November 29, 2025
o Venue: GSS Gwagwalada
3. Kuje Area Council: February 7, 2026
o Venue: GSS Kuje
4. Bwari Area Council: February 21, 2026
o Venue: GGSS Dutse Alhaji
5. Abuja Municipal Area Council: March 7, 2026
o Venue: GSS Garki
6. Children’s Day Special: May 27, 2026
o Venue: To be communicated
7. Finals: June 20, 2026
o Venue: GSS Garki.

Group Stage Format:
o Group allocation: Teams will be allocated to each Area Council
o Matches: Teams will compete against each other within their allocated group
o Winners: The top ten (10) best from each group will advance to the final stage of the competition

What to Expect:
o Exciting competition: The final round promises to be an exciting and closely contested event
o Talented participants: The best young spellers from across the six Area Councils will gather to showcase their skills

Categories and Winners:
o Age categories: 7-11 and 12-16 years’ old
o Winners: The top performers in each age category will be crowned winners

Competition Prizes:
a. Cash prizes for the top three students as content on the flyer
b. Medals for the top 10 students in each category
c. Certificate of participation for all participants
d. Other gifts in kind or cash from our sponsors

Benefits of Participation:
i. Improved spelling and vocabulary skills
ii. Enhanced confidence and public speaking skills
iii. Opportunity to compete with peers from other schools
iv. Prizes and recognition for winners

The benefits for participating schools include: Promotional Opportunities, Benefits, Recognition and Awards
1. Continual Advertisement: Participating schools will receive ongoing promotional exposure.
2. Full-page Feature: A full page on https://kcicspellingbee.org/posting-date/school-name/ will be dedicated to each participating school, allowing them to showcase their details and information.
3. Certificate of Participation: All participating schools will receive a Certificate of Participation.
4. Trophy for Winning schools: The winning school(s) will be awarded a trophy.
5. Benefits: Other benefits may be included, depending on the specific arrangements or partnerships.

We look forward to welcoming your students to our Second Edition of FCT Spelling Bee Competition! If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Best regards,

Signed

Engr. Gregory Nwanmagyi Pius
Project Coordinator
Today Child Education and Skills Initiative (TCESI)

19/08/2025

Her skirt was so short, she couldn’t bend down without shame.
But she wore it again the next day.

I remember the look on the teacher’s face.
Disappointed. Angry.
But mostly… helpless.

She wanted to say something.
She should’ve sent the girl home.
But she paused… because “people will say I’m too harsh.”

So she kept quiet.
And another girl watched.
Then copied.

By the next week, 3 more skirts got shorter.
The boys started sagging their trousers like they just came from prison.
And suddenly —
The classroom started looking like a nightclub pre-party.

One day, a young male teacher stormed out of the staff room and quit.
“I came to teach, not fight daily battles with temptation.”
He left.
No warning. Just walked away.

Another teacher tried to confront a student.
The girl laughed and said,
“My mum bought me this skirt.”

That’s when it hit us.

—
The collapse didn’t start in the school.
IT STARTED AT HOME.
Where silence became agreement.
Where parenting became passivity.

And now?
We’re watching a generation slip through our fingers… while we scroll and stay quiet.

📌 DEAR PARENTS:-
When you allow your child walk out half-dressed “to express themselves”
—
You’re not just being modern.
You’re quietly approving destruction.

📌 DEAR SCHOOL HEADS:-
When you see the madness and say nothing —
You are failing the very children you swore to shape.

SEND THEM HOME.
Set standards.
Hold the line.

This is not just about fashion.
It’s about future.
It’s about values.
It’s about saving a generation before it’s too late.

If we don’t fix it now.
—
The stories we’ll tell in 10 years will be far, far worse.

©️ Copied.
💢💢💢💢💢💢💢

09/08/2025

Invitation to The Second Edition of the FCT Abuja Spelling Bee

We are thrilled to invite your students to participate in the inaugural FCT Spelling Bee Competition! This exciting event aims to promote literacy, vocabulary, and healthy competition among students. We cordially invite your school to join this prestigious event, designed to provide an enriching experience for your students. Our goal is to help improve their spelling and vocabulary skills, fostering a lifelong love of learning.

The Second Edition of the FCT Abuja Spelling Bee is commencing this September 2025 with additional groups Kwali and Abaji Area Councils together. The Maiden Edition was quite impressive and the Final is October 1, 2025. Since the Maiden Edition did not follow the academic calendar, we intended to work with the FCT Secondary Education Board (SEB) Academic Calendar, Unity Schools Board, UBE, and National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPP) in order to give schools suitable time to plan their programme well and fully participate in the FCT Abuja Spelling Bee Competition without interrupting into the school major programmes.

In view of this, Today Child Education and Skills Initiative is offering One Free Slot to All Schools all around FCT Abuja to have the privilege to sign up. This opportunity allows one talented student from each interested school to participate in the Second Edition of the FCT Spelling Bee competition.

Registration Details
1. Dateline: Registration is open 1st September, 2025 and will close on 31th December, 2025.
2. Participating Fee: N10, 000.00 per participant (Covering Spelling Bee Booklet [Spelling It Now], and Certificate of Participation)
3. Online Registration: Register online here
4. Payment: Payment should be made directly on the website or through the bank account details provided on our website registration page.
5. Evidence of Payment: Forward evidence of payment to the management on this WhatsApp number: 07083338840.

FCT Spelling Bee Competition Categories: The FCT Spelling Bee Competition will feature two categories:
Category 1: Junior Spellers (Ages 7-11)
a. Open to students aged 7-11
b. Designed to promote early literacy and vocabulary skills
Category 2: Senior Spellers (Ages 12-16)
a. Open to students aged 12-16
b. Designed to challenge advanced spellers and promote excellence in language skills
Participants will compete within their respective age categories, ensuring a fun and fair competition for all.

Venues and Dates for the Competition: We are pleased to announce the proposed dates for the competition. FCT Spelling Bee Competition Group Stages Schedule
1. Kwali and Abaji Area Councils: November 15, 2025
o Venue: FGC Kwali
2. Gwagwalada Area Council: November 29, 2025
o Venue: GSS Gwagwalada
3. Kuje Area Council: February 7, 2026
o Venue: GSS Kuje
4. Bwari Area Council: February 21, 2026
o Venue: GGSS Dutse Alhaji
5. Abuja Municipal Area Council: March 7, 2026
o Venue: GSS Garki
6. Children’s Day Special: May 27, 2026
o Venue: To be communicated
7. Finals: June 20, 2026
o Venue: GSS Garki.

Group Stage Format:
o Group allocation: Teams will be allocated to each Area Council
o Matches: Teams will compete against each other within their allocated group
o Winners: The top ten (10) best from each group will advance to the final stage of the competition

What to Expect:
o Exciting competition: The final round promises to be an exciting and closely contested event
o Talented participants: The best young spellers from across the six Area Councils will gather to showcase their skills

Categories and Winners:
o Age categories: 7-11 and 12-16 years’ old
o Winners: The top performers in each age category will be crowned winners

Competition Prizes:
a. Cash prizes for the top three students as content on the flyer
b. Medals for the top 10 students in each category
c. Certificate of participation for all participants
d. Other gifts in kind or cash from our sponsors

Benefits of Participation:
i. Improved spelling and vocabulary skills
ii. Enhanced confidence and public speaking skills
iii. Opportunity to compete with peers from other schools
iv. Prizes and recognition for winners

The benefits for participating schools include: Promotional Opportunities, Benefits, Recognition and Awards
1. Continual Advertisement: Participating schools will receive ongoing promotional exposure.
2. Full-page Feature: A full page on https://kcicspellingbee.org/posting-date/school-name/ will be dedicated to each participating school, allowing them to showcase their details and information.
3. Certificate of Participation: All participating schools will receive a Certificate of Participation.
4. Trophy for Winning schools: The winning school(s) will be awarded a trophy.
5. Benefits: Other benefits may be included, depending on the specific arrangements or partnerships.

We look forward to welcoming your students to our Maiden Edition of FCT Spelling Bee Competition! If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Best regards,

Signed

Engr. Gregory Nwanmagyi Pius
Project Coordinator
Today Child Education and Skills Initiative (TCESI)