With the FACCS Spelling Bee almost here, we decided it was a good time to highlight the FACCS competitions programs. Along with legal services, school accreditation, and teacher certification, FACCS developed a competitions program, providing a way for Christian schools to get together, compete, and win prizes and trophies to take back to their schools. These competitions include Spelling Bee, Brain Bowl, Creative Writing, Junior Fine Arts, and High School Fine Arts, all of which offer a variety of ways for student to shine, from 1st all the way through 12th grade. Here at OCP, we are delighted to participate in FACCS competitions every year, and over the years we have had some outstanding achievements and a lot of successes.
Last year at HSFA, Megan Soucie and Andrea Castro placed third for Duet Acting, and Megan also placed second in the essay category. Former senior Parker Smith and current senior Briela Salisbury, also entered some outstanding work into the competition. Current freshman Rachel Soucie took home two prizes at last year’s JFA, along with a Creative Writing win. Several of our current middle schoolers also placed in a variety of art and vocal categories. OCP sent five students to the State Spelling Bee last year, and OCP’s Quiz Team competes in the FACCS Brain Bowl every winter.
We are thankful for what FACCS has done for Christian education, and for the opportunities they afford students to be able to compete and showcase their talents. We are delighted to be able to keep participating in such an amazing and positive events every year, and are hopeful to bring back many more awards this year! If you are interested in participating, keep your eyes and ears out for information from your teachers as each event comes closer.
