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El Segundo student Ellie Chen headed to Scripps National Spelling Bee
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Center Street principal Rose Ahrens recognized Ellie Chen, who won the district elementary spelling bee, placed third in the Los Angeles County spelling bee and qualified for the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C., in May.
Center Street Principal Rose Ahrens recognized Ellie Chen at the April 14 El Segundo Unified School District board meeting for consecutive district spelling bee victories and for advancing to national competition.
Ahrens said Ellie’s accomplishments reflect “academic excellence, dedication, perseverance, and a remarkable composure under pressure,” and noted that Ellie earned third place at the Los Angeles County spelling bee and has qualified for the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C., in May. The board presented Ellie with a certificate and invited her for a photo.
The principal said Ellie’s district wins also make her the region’s representative at the upcoming California State Spelling Bee later this month. Board members congratulated Ellie and praised the district’s teachers and staff who support student achievement.
Next steps: Ellie is scheduled to compete at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in May; the district will support her participation. No financial details or travel arrangements were specified at the meeting.
