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BGCSA To Hold 13th Annual Spelling Bee

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Spelling Bee Poster

What: In an effort to combat the learning loss youth experience when they do not engage in educational activities during the summer, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio is hosting the annual Akeelah and the Spelling Bee for its members.

 

Who: 50+ members, ages 6-18

 

When: Thursday, July 19, 2018 │6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

 

Where: UTSA Downtown – Buena Vista Building – Aula Canaria Room

 

Details: Since the beginning of the summer, club members have been preparing for the 13th annual Akeelah and the Spelling Bee. Internal spelling bees are held at participating Club sites two weeks prior to the event with finalists from each age group competing in the citywide competition for the chance to win the coveted Akeelah and the Bee trophy.

 

About Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio
Founded in 1939, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio serves nearly 8,900 members annually at six branches and 43 on-site school locations.  The Clubs provide after school and summer programs that develop and enhance academic success, good character & citizenship, and healthy lifestyles in youth ages six-to-18 years old, paying particular attention to those who need these programs most.  As a result of the Clubs’ programs, young people are inspired and enabled to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.  For more information, visit the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio website at: www.BeGreatSA.org.

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