Spell-A-Thon

Balboa Kicks Off 25th-Annual Spell-A-Thon on January 17

For 25 years, Balboa Magnet has held its annual Spell-A-Thon. The Spell-A-Thon is a fantastic fundraiser because 100% of the monies raised go to pay for student enrichment programs at our school. We raised almost $20,000 last year – let's try to break that record in 2014!

How It Works:

1. The Spell-A-Thon starts with the kick-off on January 17, when all students get a packet of materials containing instructions, a pledge sheet, the words list for their grade level, an incentive treat, and a volunteer sign-up form.
2. Students study their grade-level spelling words, and prepare to take the test on January 31.
3. They ask family and friends to pledge either a certain amount per word they get right on the test or a flat amount. Per word pledges can be as little as five cents a word and go up to five dollars or more. Flat pledges are not dependent on the student’s performance on the test and can be for any amount. Matching gifts apply, as well. 
4. After the tests are graded, students take home their pledge sheets and redeem their pledges.
5. Every child will receive a prize just for participating. Super Spellers with a perfect score will receive an extra treat! In addition, the three classes that collect the most money in grades 1, 2 and 3 and in grades 4 and 5 will receive prizes.
   

Remember to watch for the packet of information coming home in January. If you have any questions, please contact either of the Spell-A-Thon co-chairs, Jan Baer at yogi2001@hotmail.com or Stella Samuel at sksamuel@me.com. Thanks for your support!