SCPA Produces Spelling Bee, 2nd Place Student in County Competition

The SCPA community is celebrating Rochelle Ann Sombilon Marifosque’s second place win at the 42nd Annual San Diego County Spelling Bee.

This is the second year in a row in which Rochelle, a 14-year-old eighth grader,  has placed second in the county competition. Bee Master David Hay described this year’s competitors as the best field he has ever witnessed.

Rochelle will receive her official trophy award on Opening Night of SCPA’s latest production “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.”

Under the direction of Bill Doyle, the musical runs through April 22, 28, 29 and 30, at 7 p.m. and April 30 at 2 p.m. Call the Box Office to reserve tickets at $4 each, at (619) 475-8556.