KOHIMA, Oct 21: Thejatshuu Rutsa, a Class 9 student of Living Tree School, Kohima, won the 11th Nagaland Spelling Bee Championship, which concluded at the SCERT Hall in Kohima on Wednesday.
Held on October 20 and 21 under the theme “The Learning Edge,” the championship brought together young spellers from schools across Nagaland.
Thejaneizo Linyu of Khedi Baptist Higher Secondary School, Kohima, secured the second position, while Carolene Lotha of Christian Higher Secondary School finished third. Both are Class 9 students.
Lenino Kaimo, a Class 8 student of St. Paul School, Phesama, placed fourth.
The quarter-finalists were Shuzuni Catherine Chario of Model Higher Secondary School; Kellika Zhimo and Thanggunhao Thomsong of Grace Academy; and Mharoni Yanthan of Stella Higher Secondary School.
In the special categories, Seneino Laura, a 12-year-old Class 6 student of St. Paul School, Phesama, received the Young Speller Prize. The Promising Speller Prize went to Thejasevono Meyase, a Class 6 student of PM Shri GMS, New Minister Hill.
The closing ceremony was compered by Enoli Alila Chang. SCERT Vice-Principal Eno Daniel Thong shared reflections, while FCK Chairman Eno Metsisieto Zhasa delivered the vote of thanks. SCERT Joint Director Eno Moalong Imti distributed the prizes.
The championship aimed to strengthen students’ spelling skills, build confidence and encourage an interest in language and learning.
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