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ORIGIN OF THE SPELLING BEEThe word bee, as used in spelling bee, is one of those language puzzles that has never been satisfactorily
accounted for. A fairly old and widely-used word, it refers to a community social gathering at which friends and neighbors join together in a single activity (sewing, quilting,
barn raising, etc.) usually to help one person or family.
The earliest known example in print is a spinning bee, in 1769. Other early occurrences are husking bee (1816), apple bee (1827), and logging bee (1836). Spelling bee is apparently an American term. It first appeared in print in
1875, but it seems certain that the word was used orally for several years before that.
Those who used the word, including most early students of language, assumed that it was the same word as referred to the insect. They thought that this particular meaning had probably been inspired by the obvious
similarity between these human gatherings and the industrious, social nature of a beehive. But in recent years scholars have rejected this explanation, suggesting instead that this bee is a completely different word. One
possibility is that it comes from the Middle English word bene, which means "a prayer" or "a favor" (and is related to the more familiar word boon). In England, a dialect form of this word, been or bean, referred to "voluntary help
given by neighbors toward the accomplishment of a particular task." (Webster's Third New International Dictionary). Bee may simply be a shortened form of been, but no one is entirely certain.
2012 Baltimore Spelling Bee
March 17, 2012Towson University
www.baltimorebee.org
Baltimore City Council, District 4
Judges
ReadersNadia NasrTowson University, University Archivist and Digital Collections Librarian
Towson University, Assistant Professor - Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice
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Baltimore City Public Schools, Director of the Office of Federal Programs
Welcome to the 2012 Baltimore Bee!
This year marks the 7th Annual Baltimore Bee, a showcase of Baltimore’s brightest students, who have already achieved greatness just by reaching today’s regional spelling competition. Public, private, and charter schools from Baltimore City and Baltimore County represent this year’s participant pool. Please know that as you look on stage, the diverse student group before you is not only today’s great spellers, but also tomorrow’s promising leaders.
The Baltimore Bee team would also like to recognize and extend our gratitude to our judges and readers who have volunteered their time to assist with today’s Bee.
Councilman Bill Henry
Dr. Tasha Franklin Johnson
Jennifer Langdon
Good luck to all of our students and may the best speller win! Baltimore Bee Team
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Baltimore Bee AgendaMarch 17, 2012
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Opening remarks
Bee starts with the reading of the rules
Estimated ending time of the Bee
Bee resumes
Participant registration begins in the lobby of Stephens Hall
Photo of student participants
Procession of student participants
20 minute intermission- snack for student participants provided in Stephens Hall lobby
After the Bee, there are places for participants and their families to get lunch located just north of Stephens Hall on York Rd.
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Towson, MD 21252-001 Voice: 410-704-4604
Fax: 410-704-3435
Paul Shapanus Susan BrownTechnical Director Sr. Event Manager
Dear Guest,
Operated and maintained by the College of Fine Arts and Communication, Stephens Theatre, located in Stephens Hall at Towson University, is a 688 seat proscenium performance venue. Originally constructed in 1911 and renovated in 1990, the theatre ers contemporary production facilities in a historic environment, retaining much of its original character and architectural detail.
The lobby and main doors to the auditorium are located on the second floor of Stephens Hall, sharing common space with academic and classrooms. Because of our proximity to teaching and working spaces in historic Stephens Hall, we ask our visitors in advance, to be especially mindful and respectful of their environment when attending an event. The theatre management must rely on teachers, parents, and chaperones to maintain order and ensure students are on their best behavior, not only during the event, but also when entering and exiting the auditorium.
Normally prohibited, students will be allowed to eat snacks in the theatre during the scheduled snack-break at the Baltimore Spelling Bee. Trash boxes will be provided and we ask that teachers, parents, and chaperones take an active role in helping the theatre’s management minimize the impact of trash and food debris during the privilege extended to them requires their personal responsibility in exercising care while eating and drinking in the theatre as well as properly disposing of all of their lunch waste.
We thank you in advance for your assistance in these matters and look forward to sharing the Baltimore Bee experience with you and your students.
Sincerely,
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2012 Baltimore Bee Participants
Calvin Rodwell Elementary SchoolTatiana CampbellFidelis Odeh
Cecil Elementary SchoolDestiny BrownDiasia Smith
Crossroads SchoolRamatoulaye BahMarnice Briscoe
Dundalk Middle SchoolChristian ClayZackery Darby
Friends SchoolKira BarrettCameron Lorch-Liebel
Greater Grace Christian AcademyHeather KelleyGerod Thompson
Alexander Hamilton Elementary SchoolZaire AtkinsBrashia Roane
Al-Rahmah SchoolDanyah ImamShaheer Imam
Baltimore International AcademyLily Pretl-DrummondEb Eisler
Bluford Drew Jemison STEM Academy East-SchoolMatthias AmeerDiallo Hairston
Bluford Drew Jemison STEM Academy West-SchoolMiles JacksonKai Reaves
Janae CovingtonTodd Winkler
Brehms Lane Elementary School
Andrew ScarbroughWill Wilkinson
Elizabeth BernatowiczJonathan Bernatowicz
Hassan Abu-HakimKira Isbert
Kathryn LuhrmanEmily Sann
Colleen CampbellBrendan Lee
Jason JamesAdam Pence
Roland Park Country SchoolEva FrankelJulianne McFarland
Salem Christian SchoolEmily DietzMadeline Pepin
St Clement Mary Hofbauer SchoolLance Pacis
Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle SchoolMireya GodfreyChristian Leuschner Woodbridge Elementary SchoolOmena AboagyeHadia Saroya
Woodhome Elementary SchoolRichard PianimTtwann James
Hereford Middle School
Masters Academy
Mt Royal Elementary Middle School
Notre Dame Preparatory School
Our Lady of Grace School
Patterson Park Charter School
Pikesville Middle School
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Sydney LaporteMiller Friedman
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Baltimore Bee Team
As part of the 2012 Baltimore Bee, we are fortunate to have a fantastic intern who has assisted the Bee team with various tasks and assistance. Thank you Carolina for all of your hard work!
Carolina Oaks (intern)
Full Name- Carolina Victoria Oaks
Hometown- Panama City, Panama
College and Major- Towson University, Business Administration with a Marketing concentration
What is currently playing on your iPod? Dog days Are Over by Florence & the Machine, Into the Wild by LP, and We Are Young by Fun.
What is your favorite restaurant in the Towson/Baltimore area? Sushi Hana
How did you get affiliated with the Baltimore Bee? I was looking to find an internship where I would be able to apply the skills I've gained in school while developing my creative abilities in a fun and exciting environment. The intern position for the Bee met and exceeded my desired criteria.
What has been your favorite part of your internship? Without a doubt my favorite part of my internship has been the opportunity to work alongside the fun and inviting members of Learn it Systems and to support their admirable mission of promoting education. I am specially grateful to the incredibly talented team of worker-bees: Meghan, Kerry, and Troy for giving me career insight and applicable advice (from workshops in Adobe Illustrator to simple yet unfamiliar time saving tips).
What is one word that you always have trouble spelling? Entrepreneur, this one is a double trouble word. Luckily I have a mediator, spell check.
What is one thing people would be surprised to know about you? I may look harmless but apparently I am a violent sleeper and like to kick people out of bed.
What is some advice you can offer the Baltimore Bee spellers? Use the dictionary to define a word. Look inside to define yourself.
Nicholas G. Hood (photographer)
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Nick is a 24-year-old, Towson University CBE Graduate photographing this year’s Baltimore Bee.
Nick Hood Photography, established in 2008, is a growing business, specializing in capturing professional stage lighting for live performances. Working in such environments has allowed Nick to develop skills that can be adopted for wedding, headshot, and portrait photography. Nick’s pictures have been featured in local advertisements as well as the nationally distributed academic journal, ‘The Chronicle Review’.
For more information on prices and availability, please contact Nick Hood directly! NHoodPhoto@gmail.com or 443-465-6647
Learn It SystemsLearn It Systems is an educational services company that provides research-based reading and math tutoring services to struggling students. Our programs are the result of partnerships with public and private school principals and public school district administrators to provide intensive reading and math instruction to students targeted by classroom teachers and district administration for intervention. (www.learnitsystems.com)
Towson UniversityTowson University is recognized among the nation's best regional public universities, offering more than 100 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs in the liberal arts and sciences, and applied professional fields. As a metropolitan university, Towson combines research-based learning with practical application. (www.towson.edu)
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Bee-Healthy, Bee-Happy tips for healthy eating and physical activityHere are a few activities and steps that you and your family can consider to get started on a path to a healthier lifestyle:
• Give children toys that encourage physical activity like balls, kites, and jump ropes.
• Encourage children to join a sports team or try a new physical activity.
• Limit TV time and keep the TV out of a child’s bedroom.
• Facilitate a safe walk to and from school a few times a week.
• Take the stairs instead of the elevator.
• Walk around the block after a meal.
• Make a new house rule: no sitting still during television commercials.
• Find time to spend together doing a fun activity: family park day, swim day or bike day.
• Talk or write a letter to your children’s principal to incorporate more physical education in schools.
• Encourage schools to hold recess prior to lunch to increase physical activity before mealtime.
• Volunteer to help with afterschool physical activity programs or sports teams.
• Be sure that children get the sleep they need.
• Engaging in outside activities can be fun and affordable for families.
For more information, visit www.letsmove.gov
By Thom ZahlerCelebrity Buzz
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Easy Recipes The Bee’s Favorite Ingredient: Honey
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4. LOL7. FYI9. OXOXO11. AFAIK12. B414. W817. GR818. NP20.THNQ
1. 2NITE2. TTYL3. OMG5. IMO6. BBL8. BRB10. NOOB13. L8R15. ILU16. RUOK19. CYA
Spell It Out!Help the Bee decipher these text message acronyms
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Answers Across: 4. Laugh Out Loud, 7. For Your Information, 9. Hugs And Kisses, 11. As Far As I Know, 12. Before, 14. Wait, 17. Great, 18. No Problem, 20.Thank You Down: 1.Tonight, 2. Talk To You Later, 3. Oh My God, 5. In My Opinion, 6. Be Back Later, 8. Be Right Back, 10. Newbie, 13. Later, 15. I Love You, 16. Are You Ok, 19. See You
The Baltimore Bee’s favorite movies
Akeelah & the Bee (2005) Rated PG
Spellbound (2002) Rated GThis documentary presents the intense, true-life experience of the National Spelling Bee as seen through the eyes of eight driven, young spellers. (ThinkFilm)
An inspirational story of Akeelah Anderson, a precocious eleven-year old girl from South Los Angeles with a gift for words. Despite the objections of her mother, Akeelah enters various spelling contests, for which she is tutored by Dr. Larabee, her principal and the proud residents of her neighborhood. Akeelah's aptitude earns her an opportunity to compete for a spot in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and in turn unites her neighborhoodwho witnesses the courage and inspiration of one amazing little girl. (Lionsgate)
Bee Movie (2007) Rated PGHaving just graduated from college, a bee by the name of Barry B. Benson ventures outside the hive and breaks one of the cardinal rules of the bee world by talking to a human named Vanessa. He is shocked to discover that the humans have been stealing and eating the bees' honey for centuries, and ultimately realizes that his true calling in life is to set the world right by suing the human race for stealing the bees' precious honey. (Dreamworks)
Buzz Worthy Flicks
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