Adult bee spells money for schools - Andover Townsman, Andover, MA

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Adult bee spells money for schools

Andover's annual adult spelling bee was held Friday night, March 28, at the Wood Hill Middle School in support of the Andover Fund for Education, which gives money to teachers for innovative programs.

The team from Bancroft Elementary School successfully defended their title, winning in back-to-back years.

Sanborn Elementary School won the "Spirit Award," is given to the team for having the best costumes and loudest fans.

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Andover's annual adult spelling bee was held at the Wood Hill Middle School in support of the Andover fund for Education. Laura Russell (left) of the Pike School Pride team discusses the spelling of the word with her teammates, Tobi Levis, Judith Elefante and Cindy Beggeroer. Carl Russo/Staff photo (Click for larger image)

Sanborn Elementary School fifth-grade students, from left, Quinn McCarthy, Michael Calabro and Brendan Slattery cheer for their team. Fans and team members come dressed in costume to compete for the "Spirit Award," which Sanborn won. The award is given to the team for having the best costumes and fans. Carl Russo/Staff photo (Click for larger image)