Amsterdam, NY – The Greater Amsterdam School District (GASD) is pleased to announce the finalists of the Districtwide Spelling Bee that was held on Jan. 21, 2025, at Amsterdam High School. The finalists are:
Nathaniel Cullen, St. Mary’s Institute
Luciana Marvin, St. Mary’s Institute
Orion Rodriguez, Lynch Literacy Academy
These students will participate in the 50-question online Regional Test for the Scripps National Spelling Bee between Feb. 7 and Feb. 14. Top performers on this test will advance to the virtual New York Regional Bee, scheduled for March 8, via Zoom.
The Districtwide Spelling Bee featured participants from grades four through eight. representing McNulty Academy, Marie Curie Institute, Barkley Elementary School, Tecler Elementary School, and Lynch Literacy Academy. These contestants had previously won their respective school spelling bees earlier this year.
GASD extends its appreciation to all students who participated in the Spelling Bee and congratulates the finalists on their achievements.