Spelling Bee Rules and Eligibility

• Scripps Registration Opens: August 19, 2025 (Register at www.spellingbee.com)

• School Registration Deadline: December 31, 2025

Any Arizona school that wishes to participate in the Spelling Bee must enroll and pay the required enrollment fee to Scripps before the December 31, 2025 deadline.

The Arizona State Spelling Bee is an in-person competition that follows all rules and procedures set by the Scripps National Spelling Bee.

Schools may establish their own rules and procedures for local spelling bees; however, they must ensure compliance with both the Scripps Spelling Bee Rules and the Arizona Spelling Bee Rules.