Students from Biddeford Middle School (BMS) showcased their spelling skills last month during their school Spelling Bees, earning top honors and advancing to the York County Spelling Bee on February 9, 2026. BMS seventh-grader Ronan Lunianski was named School Champion by correctly spelling equestrian, with sixth-grader Jordan Souliere earning the runner-up position.
The York County Spelling Bee brings together top spellers from schools across the region for a rigorous, multi-round competition that challenges students’ vocabulary, composure, and perseverance. Participants advance by correctly spelling increasingly complex words, with judges and an official pronouncer guiding each round. The event celebrates academic achievement while encouraging confidence, focus, and a love of language. Due to limited space, the event is not open to the public.
“In past years, I’ve had the chance to watch students compete, and what stands out most is their courage,” said Jeremy Ray, Superintendent of Schools. “Standing up in front of your peers, trusting your instincts, and pushing through pressure takes real grit. Whether they placed first or simply took the microphone and gave it their best, every one of these students made their school proud, and we wish them the best of luck at the York County Spelling Bee.”
The Biddeford School Department congratulates all Spelling Bee participants for their preparation, perseverance, and outstanding sportsmanship, and wish their advancing students the best of luck at the York County Spelling Bee.
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PHOTO ABOVE: (L-R) Biddeford Middle School’s Spelling Bee Champion Ronan Lunianski and Runner-up Jordan Souliere.