The Cupertino Spelling Bee is an annual contest for Cupertino students, organized by the Cupertino Parks and Recreation Department and the Cupertino Youth Activity Board. This fun, educational event gives students the chance to showcase their spelling skills and compete with their peers in a supportive environment.

Please note the Cupertino Spelling Bee is a local community event and is not affiliated with the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Winners of this event do not advance to or receive sponsorship for the national competition.

The Cupertino Spelling Bee features two grade-level divisions to ensure a fair and engaging experience for all participants:

• Grades 2 to 3
• Grades 4 to 5

Participants will compete within their designated grade group.

All competitors must be residents of Cupertino. 

All audience members must register in advance to attend the Cupertino Spelling Bee. Space may be limited, so early registration is encouraged.

2026

2nd/3rd Grade Category

• Winner: Arya Mothe with the word "Cricket"
• Runner-up: Smira Athare

4th/5th Grade Category

• Winner: Skanda Sadeesh with the word "Interpretation"
• Runner-up: Kiara Kadambi

2025

2nd/3rd Grade Category

• Winner: Saisha Jhanb with the word "Capitalize"
• Runner-up: Vihaan Dora

4th/5th Grade Category

• Winner: Valentina Chen with the word "Individualize"
• Runner-up: Nandini Nagarajan

2024

2nd/3rd Grade Category

• Winner: Skanda Sadeesh with the word "Dumpling"
• Runner-up: Dhanin Sasikumar

4th/5th Grade Category

• Winner: Ruhaan Pilani with the word "Limerick"
• Runner-up: Ira Kushwaha

2023

2nd/3rd Grade Category

• Winner: _______ with the word "Conference"
• Runner-up: ________

4th/5th Grade Category

• Winner: _________ with the word "Ingenious"
• Runner-up:__________

2026

Grades 4 and 5
Grades 2 and 3

2025

Grades 4 and 5
Grades 2 and 3

2024

Grades 4 and 5
Grades 2 and 3

2023

Grades 4 and 5
Grades 2 and 3

2020

Grades 4 and 5
Grades 2 and 3

2019

Grades 2 to 5