Trapper Creek Job Corps has announced that Cat Ames of Kalispell is the distinguished recipient of the Best Speller award for the year 2024. Throughout the months of April and May, Cat demonstrated exceptional mastery in spelling, achieving an outstanding average score of 99.6% on the weekly spelling tests.
Under the guidance of Recreation Supervisor Clarence Ferguson, Cat’s remarkable performance has garnered well-deserved recognition. The curated tests, comprising words meticulously selected by Gordon Havens over seven years, challenged students with a compilation of the 120 most commonly misspelled words in the English language.
Havens, the architect behind the challenging tests, notes that Cat’s achievement is unprecedented. Despite the rigorous standards, Cat’s dedication and proficiency have propelled her to the pinnacle of spelling excellence, making her a shining example of academic prowess at Trapper Creek Job Corps.
Cat’s accomplishment not only highlights her individual brilliance but also reflects the dedication and commitment of the Trapper Creek Job Corps community to academic excellence. As Trapper Creek celebrates Cat’s achievement, they also applaud the unwavering support and guidance provided by her mentors and peers.
Job Corps is a program administered by the United States Department of Labor that offers free education and vocational training to young people ages 16 to 24.