While he enjoys spelling, Evan McClelland, a sixth-grader at Starkville Academy, has learned more while competing in spelling bees than just how to spell difficult words.
He said spelling has helped him learn new ways to express himself and interact with others.
“It helps me better understand the world around me,” he said. “I also like how it helps me express my feelings better. I can use stronger words to describe how I’m feeling. I like how it’s helped me make new friends. Befo
McRae is a general assignment and education reporter for The Dispatch.
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