M.A. Bediako School Hosts Inaugural Junior Journal Spelling Bee

M.A. Bediako Adventist Preparatory School in Amakom recently held its first Junior Journal Spelling Bee Competition. Pupils showed strong skills in spelling, reading, and critical thinking. This event aimed to boost literacy and academic success for young students. It was part of the school’s academic schedule. Junior Journal magazine publisher partnered for the event. Contestants from different school sections participated. They displayed impressive vocabulary and confidence. School Headmistress Mavis Ansah urged the government and Ministry of Education to focus on foundational learning. She believes stronger early education can reduce examination malpractice. Inadequate supervision and weak basic skills contribute to cheating. Strengthening these early stages helps build a solid academic future. Mrs. Ansah called the spelling bee a success for the school and its pupils. She also discussed technology’s role. Children need guidance on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) responsibly. AI offers educational benefits. However, its use must be limited to learning. Schools should focus AI on skills training for children. This helps them avoid harmful content. M.A. Bediako School already uses AI and robotics in its lessons. This prepares pupils for future jobs. Wisdom Dominic, CEO of Junior Journal, shared his organization’s mission. Junior Journal, founded in 2025, works to improve reading and literacy. It helps pupils at the basic school level. Mr. Dominic asked for support from stakeholders. He wants to sustain and grow the program. He noted the excitement of children, parents, and teachers. Such events boost student confidence. They encourage better reading and writing. He hopes businesses, companies, the government, and others will help. Their support can make the competition national. Junior Journal plans to reach more schools. They want to organize inter-school contests. These will further promote reading and writing. Government involvement is key to this structure. It challenges students to improve their reading habits. Team Tuffour won the competition. Members Nhyira Serwaa Afia Wiredu, Kwabena Boateng, and Hazel spoke about their preparation. They faced difficult words. Yet, their teacher, Madam Charity, helped them. The team was initially discouraged by classmates. Other sections expected them to rank last. They expressed great happiness at their victory. The competition successfully highlighted and celebrated young literary talent.

M.A. Bediako School Hosts Inaugural Junior Journal Spelling Bee

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