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THE TEEN SPELLING AND LITERACY CHALLENGE

The Teen Spelling and Literacy Challenge is an initiative designed to improve the literacy of children through vocabulary building initiatives. From it’s inception in 2024, the initiative has impacted more than 450 students.

MEET OUR PATRON

MR HAMMOND OSEI BERKO

(Msc in Accounting and Finance, Chartered Accountant)

Growing up, I developed the habit of reading almost everything I came across, and being around my father’s newspaper business deepened that love for reading. It sparked my curiosity, expanded my vocabulary, and shaped my quest to constantly learn and discover new words. That simple discipline has remained a vital part of my adult life, contributing greatly to my confidence, articulation, and ability to engage meaningfully in both academic and professional spaces.

Today, in a world where children are increasingly drawn to screens and digital distractions, it is more important than ever for parents to intentionally cultivate the habit of reading. Excessive screen time can reduce attention span and weaken the discipline required for deep reading and learning.

I encourage parents to harness and nurture their children’s love for reading by creating opportunities for them to engage with books and challenge themselves intellectually. Supporting and encouraging children to participate in spelling bee competitions is one powerful way to sharpen their minds, expand their vocabulary, and strengthen their passion for learning. A child who reads consistently today grows into a confident, articulate, and informed leader tomorrow.

The writing competition is part of the Kiddie Author Project where contestants are made to write a story on a giving title to test their creative writing skills. It is an auxiliary program designed to identify and support young authors. The winner will have his/her book published and launched. Proceeds are used to support the educational needs of the contestant. Delia Phyliss Anaafo won the 2026 edition.

IMPACT SO FAR

Our program has improved the love for reading amongst students evident in their writing and oral profundities.

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2024 WINNER

ELYON PAPAYAW LARBI

The 2024 edition was the maiden edition which saw about 30 students participating .Elyon Papayaw Larbi (10years) from Aburi Presby B won the the competition with a cash prize of GH¢1,500 and a trophy.

2025 WINNER

ABENA FRIMPONG MANSO

In the 2025 edition, 220 students participated in the auditions .Abena Frimpong Manso (13years) from Aburi PWCE Demonstration won the competition with a cash prize of GH¢2,000, Gas burner, Trophy, medal and certificate.

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HAMMOND OSEI ADJEI BERKO

COMFORT ANNORBEA

MAVIS ASANTE

EMMANUEL OKYERE

EDMOND OSEI BERKO

EMMANUEL QUANSAH

SAMUEL DEBRAH

RICHMOND ADJEI

PHIDAUX TETTEY

SENYO AFRU

EMMANUEL ABROKWAH

DR. JACOB OSEI

MR. KISSI

RANSFORD ASANTE

MADAM LYDIA

THEODORE AGBEVEADE

ENOCH YIRENKYI

PURUSHOTTAM C. SHIRODKAR

JP AGRO

Akyere Amoah-Kwakye Parent of Doreen Akoto Kwarteng

It has improve her reading and has become more conscious on her studies.

Philomena Sarkodie Addo Parent of Esther Sarkodie Addo

It has strengthened her spelling, expanded her vocabulary and greatly boosted her confidence in Reading and speaking. I have seen a clear improvement in her academic performance and a growing love for learning.

Dennis Agyei Parent of Nyna Nshira Agyei

She has become very effective and efficient in spelling and rich in vocabulary.

Blessed Kumordzi Parent of Selasi & Emily Nutsu Joe

It has help them in building their confidence and interest in reading

Mrs Serwah Akoto Parent of Edwina Selorm Mante

Before, she was a bit shy, but preparing for the competition has help her become very confident and outspoken."