Tuesday | 16 June 2026 | Reg No- 06
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Students of Emerald International School in Dhaka achieved notable success at the Asian Spelling Bee Competition 2026, securing championship and runner-up positions along with qualification opportunities for the upcoming international championship in Shanghai, China.
The competition, held on May 23, was organised by Edupro Concepts Bangladesh Limited in collaboration with the Spelling Bee of China (SPBCN). The event selects top performers for participation in regional and international competitions in countries including China, the United States, Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom.
A total of 20 students from Grades 3 to 8 represented Emerald International School in the competition.
Among the participants, Shahnan Sabit Nirjhor of Grade 5 emerged champion in the Grade 3-5 category, while Yusuf Md Shafiq of Grade 3 became runner-up in the same group.
In the Grade 6-9 category, Amr Eesaa Bin Mohammad of Grade 7 and Anabia Sahrish Rafah of Grade 6 advanced to the final rounds and finished as runner-up finalists after tie-breaker sessions.
School authorities said 11 students from the institution have qualified to represent Bangladesh and Emerald International School at the Asian Spelling Bee Championship scheduled to be held in Shanghai in July 2026.
Founder of the institution, M M Ronok, said the school places strong emphasis on language learning from the early stages of education.
“Language is the ultimate tool to expand curiosity, learning ability and self-expression. Through these achievements, our students are representing Bangladesh’s potential on the international stage,” he said.
He added that the institution follows an interactive and activity-based learning approach to sustain students’ interest and engagement in language development across different grades.
Educationists and school authorities described the achievement as a reflection of the institution’s continued focus on academic excellence, language skills and competitive learning, alongside the combined efforts of teachers, mentors and parents.
