After a fierce competition at McCool Academy, Hrishidip Pal finished in first place at the annual spelling bee. Connor Davis was a close runner up.

The 6th, 7th, and 8th graders at McCool Academy participated in the spelling bee with the support of their teachers and families. The winner, Hrishidip Pal, will now have the opportunity to compete in the district spelling bee as the representative for McCool Academy.