Key dates
- Dec. 1
- First-time registration fees reimbursedIn full, by the Idaho Character Foundation
- Jan. 31
- Qualifying speller(s) dueEmail the regional contestant template
- Regional BeeNorth Idaho College, Coeur d'Alene
For administrators & educators
Bring the Bee to your school
Three steps from enrollment to the Regional Bee. The Idaho Character Foundation reimburses first-time registration fees in full.
Step by step
Three steps to the Regional Bee
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Enroll with ScrippsEnroll your school with the Scripps National Spelling Bee at spellingbee.com/enroll (opens in a new tab).The Idaho Character Foundation reimburses your first-time registration fee in full on December 1.
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Hold your school beeRun your school bee to find your qualifying speller(s) for the Regional Bee.
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Submit your qualifying speller(s) by January 31Fill in the regional contestant template (XLSX), opens in a new tab and email it to msnelson@cdaschools.org.
Summary of Dr. Nelson's letter to schools
Why your school should take part
Dr. Mike Nelson, Deputy Superintendent of the Coeur d'Alene School District, says spelling bees build four things in students:
- Confidence
- Public speaking
- Critical thinking
- Perseverance
He also lists the opportunities that can follow: local recognition, cash rewards, scholarships and, for spellers who advance from the Regional Bee, a trip to Washington, D.C., for the National Bee.
Questions about the letter? Contact Dr. Nelson
Forms and links for schools
The template, rules and links you need from enrollment to the Regional Bee.
Forms
- Regional contestant template (XLSX, opens in a new tab)List your qualifying speller(s) and email it to msnelson@cdaschools.org by January 31.
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Official rules (2027)Coming soon. The 2027 rules will be posted here once they're published.
Questions about the Bee?
Email or call Dr. Mike Nelson, Deputy Superintendent of the Coeur d'Alene School District, with questions about school enrollment, eligibility or the event.
- Contact
- Dr. Mike Nelson
Deputy Superintendent
Coeur d'Alene School District - msnelson@cdaschools.org
- Phone
- (208) 664-8241