RCF Community Spelling Bee 2025

About the Event

The RCF Community Spelling Bee is a fun, confidence-building competition for students in Grades 3–12. All families and schools are welcome—spectators attend free.

Divisions

• Junior: Grades 3–5
• Intermediate: Grades 6–8
• Senior: Grades 9–12

Schedule

• Check-in: 10:00 AM
• Opening & Rules: 10:20 AM
• Round 1: 10:30 AM
• Finals: 1:30 PM
• Awards & Photos: 3:00 PM

Prizes

• Trophies for 1st–3rd in each division
• Medals for finalists and certificates for all participants
• Special recognition in our Future Leaders Spotlight

Rules (summary)

• Single-elimination rounds; finalists advance to the championship round.
• Spellers may ask for definition, part of speech, or language of origin.
• 30 seconds to start spelling after the word is given.
• One self-correction allowed before the judge indicates the spelling is final.
• Judges’ decisions are final; full rules provided at check-in.

Registration

Register a Student   (closes one week before the event)

• Free to enter. Space is limited; first come, first served.
• Parent/guardian consent required for minors.
• Schools may register groups; email us for roster templates.

Volunteer & Sponsors

Become a Volunteer   Sponsor the Bee

Prepare & Practice

• Review grade-appropriate word lists and read daily.
• Practice speaking clearly into the mic and asking for definitions.

Venue & Accessibility

Location: North York Community Centre, 123 Example St, Toronto, ON
Accessible entrance and seating available. Please contact us for any accommodation needs.

Questions? Email info@rootsculturalfoundation.com.