Prairie Vista Fourth Graders Highlight Competitive Night at PHM Spell Bowl

Prairie Vista Elementary students were part of one of the most exciting moments at the 39th Annual P-H-M Elementary Spell Bowl, held this week at the Penn High School Entrepreneurial Operating Systems Center for Performing Arts.

The Prairie Vista fourth grade team finished in second place with 29 points after competing in a three-round tiebreaker against Northpoint that lasted 15 words.

The extended competition showcased the team’s preparation and determination as they battled through multiple rounds in front of a packed audience.

Northpoint led the overall event, earning first place in all three grade levels, including a perfect score in fifth grade.

Penn High School Spell Bowl Coach Angela Yarrell served as emcee for the evening, and Superintendent Dr. Heather Short welcomed families to the event.

2026 Results

3rd Grade

1st: Northpoint – 28 points

2nd: Horizon – 26 points

3rd: Bittersweet – 24 points

4th Grade

1st: Northpoint – 29 points (won in tiebreaker)

2nd: Prairie Vista – 29 points

3rd: Bittersweet and Mary Frank – 27 points

5th Grade

1st: Northpoint – 30 points

2nd: Bittersweet – 26 points

3rd: Madison – 23 points