44th Annual Regional Spelling Bee

Hosted by the Regional Office of Education #8 in partnership with the Scripps National Spelling Bee

• Date: February 10, 2026

• Time: 7:00 PM

• Location: Highland Community College, Student Conference Center, Room H201

• Snow Date: February 17, 2026

Get Ready for the 44th Annual ROE#8 Regional Spelling Bee!

Each year, top spellers from public and private schools across Carroll, Jo Daviess, and Stephenson Counties compete for the chance to represent our region on the national stage in Washington, D.C.

The Regional Spelling Bee is more than just a competition—it’s an opportunity for students to develop essential skills, showcase their talents, and participate in a time-honored tradition of academic excellence.

Join us as we cheer on our next generation of wordsmiths! Can’t attend in person? Tune in to our live stream on Facebook to experience the excitement.

For more information, contact Laura Heath at (815) 599-1408. Let’s make this year’s event unforgettable!

Support the 44th Annual Regional Spelling Bee

Your sponsorship helps celebrate academic excellence and supports our regional champion’s journey to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.
Your contribution ensures the continued success of this exciting and enriching event for students across our region!

Sponsorship Tiers

Champion Sponsor ($250+):

• Recognition in the event program and local media.
• Your company logo featured on participant shirts.
• A half-page ad in the event program.
• Social media mentions from the Regional Office of Education #8.
• A signed thank-you note from our participants and organizers.

Wordsmith Sponsor ($100-$249):

• Recognition in the event program and local media.
• A quarter-page ad in the event program.
• A signed thank-you note from our participants and organizers.

Bee Supporter ($50-$99):

• Recognition in the event program and local media.
• A signed thank-you note from our participants and organizers.

We’ve made it easy! Click here to download and print the official donation letter with instructions for mailing in a check or making a cash contribution.

Every donation makes a difference in creating a heartwarming and unforgettable experience for our students. Thank you for your generosity!