The Nel Foundation in Bassa Town, located on the Bye Pass in Monrovia, has commenced its annual spelling bee competition, aimed at elementary and junior high students.
This eagerly awaited event, held each year during the vacation period, is designed to enhance the reading and spelling skills of young learners in the community.
This year’s competition has attracted participants from six different blocks within Bassa Town, creating a vibrant atmosphere of learning and friendly rivalry.
The event has become a cornerstone of the community’s educational activities, drawing both students and their families together to celebrate academic excellence.
Hosea Nelson, the founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Nel Foundation, expressed his commitment to giving back to the community through this initiative.
He emphasized the importance of engaging children in educational activities during the vacation period, a time when they might otherwise be tempted to spend time on the streets.
“This spelling bee competition is our way of contributing to the development of our community,” Nelson said. “We want to keep our children focused on learning, even when school is out. By improving their spelling and reading skills, we’re helping to build a brighter future for them.”
The competition, which has become a much-anticipated event in Bassa Town, not only fosters academic growth but also provides a positive and constructive outlet for students during their break from formal schooling.
Nelson highlighted that the ultimate goal is to inspire a love for learning that will carry over into the classroom and beyond.
As the spelling bee progresses, participants are tested on their ability to spell increasingly difficult words, with the finalists set to face off in a highly competitive finale.
The event has garnered widespread support from parents, teachers, and community leaders, who see it as a valuable tool for promoting education and personal development.
However, like many organizations, the Nel Foundation is grappling with financial challenges in its efforts to sustain this educational initiative.
Nelson acknowledged the need for additional support, calling on well-meaning Liberians and stakeholders within the district to help ensure the continuity of the program.
Through initiatives like this, the Nel Foundation continues to make a significant impact in Bassa Town, offering programs that uplift the community and create opportunities for its youngest members to thrive.
