NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — October 12, 2026
Regional Police Division Six hosted its annual spelling bee on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the Guyana Police Force Training School, Berbice campus. The event was held under the theme Spell to Excel and Learn to Succeed.
The competition brought together young participants representing various police stations across the division. Organisers said the event gave children a chance to showcase their spelling abilities, knowledge, confidence and determination.
Competitors were divided into junior and senior categories and were challenged to spell a range of words before an enthusiastic audience. The programme was chaired by Woman Sergeant Simpson of the Community Relations Department.
Delivering the feature address, Woman Assistant Superintendent C. Kelly spoke on the importance of words as tools for communication, learning, understanding and problem solving. She told competitors they represent Guyana's future leaders, thinkers and innovators, and thanked parents for their continued encouragement.
Woman Inspector R. Benjamin introduced the panel of judges, which included Miss Sia Batson, Woman Sergeant King Barry and Chief Judge Mr. Terrell Nelson.
In the senior category, Sierra Warick of Mibicuri Police Station was named champion and best speller, receiving a trophy, a medal and a tablet to support her education. Reisha Adam of Sisters Police Station placed second, while Shana Bourne of Reliance Police Station placed third.
In the junior category, Ember Goodlock of Central Police Station took first place and was also named best speller, receiving a trophy, medal and tablet. BB Smith and Maria Dean, both of Reliance Police Station, placed second and third respectively. Isaiah Davis received special recognition as the outstanding male competitor in the junior category.
In his closing remarks, Chief Judge Mr. Terrell Nelson commended all competitors for their effort and perseverance, encouraging those who did not place among the top finishers to remain motivated.
The annual spelling bee celebrated academic achievement among young people in Region Six, reinforcing the importance of education and literacy while encouraging healthy competition among students linked to the division's police stations.
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By LRTVS NewsWatch · Channel 10. This report first aired on LRTVS NewsWatch.
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