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Fayette County Schools board recognizes county spelling bee winners

Fayette County Schools Board of Education · April 14, 2026

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The board recognized county spelling bee winners: third-place Jett Russell, county runner-up Colton Newman Simmons (tied for ninth at regionals), and county champion Lillian Lockhart (tied for seventh at regionals).

The Fayette County Schools Board of Education recognized the district’s spelling bee winners during its meeting.

Board President announced that Miss Kane would present the winners. Miss Kane said third-place went to Jett Russell, and county runner-up Colton Newman Simmons of Fayetteville placed tied for ninth at the regional bee held March 14 at Fairmont State University. Fayette County champion Lillian Lockhart of Oak Hill Middle School advanced to round six at regionals and tied for seventh place.

The recognition highlighted student achievement at both the county and regional levels. Miss Kane noted that Colton advanced through round four at the regional competition, which included 45 participants from 27 counties. The board offered brief congratulations and invited winners and families to stay for additional recognitions when scheduling allows.

The board moved on to the regular agenda after congratulating the students.