Scripps National Spelling Bee

World’s Largest Digital Reading Platform Epic Announced as Official Reading Partner to the Scripps National Spelling Bee

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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Epic , the world’s largest digital reading platform for kids, announced today a new partnership with the world-famous Scripps National Spelling Bee to further support its two million teachers and 60 million student subscribers.

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  • Epic , the world’s largest digital reading platform for kids, announced today a new partnership with the world-famous Scripps National Spelling Bee to further support its two million teachers and 60 million student subscribers.
  • "We are excited about the collaboration with the famed Scripps National Spelling Bee to nurture and promote a deep affection for reading," said Kevin Donahue, co-founder of Epic.
  • As the Bee’s official reading partner, Epic will provide:
    For schools: Discounted pricing for Epic School Plus, Epic’s newest offering.
  • Visit spellingbee.com for more information about the Scripps National Spelling Bee, which is administered on a not-for-profit basis by The E.W.

K12 National Spelling Bee Names 2023 Winners

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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The only national bee taking place entirely online – until last week’s final – and the only national bee open to high school students, the 2023 K12 National Spelling Bee included hundreds of competitors from across the U.S., including returning champions and first-time entrants.

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  • The only national bee taking place entirely online – until last week’s final – and the only national bee open to high school students, the 2023 K12 National Spelling Bee included hundreds of competitors from across the U.S., including returning champions and first-time entrants.
  • Middle school champion Nathaniel Hersey of Arlington, Virginia, also competed in the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee, making it to the semi-finals earlier this month.
  • “The K12 National Spelling Bee provides a truly inclusive platform for any student to compete on a national stage,” said Karen Ghidotti, Senior Vice President of Customer Experience at Stride.
  • Along with the K12 National Spelling Bee, Stride hosts national clubs, competitions, and other enrichment programs designed to offer learners nationwide educational and entrepreneurial opportunities.

2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee seen by 9.2 million viewers, up 22% vs. 2022

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Monday, June 12, 2023
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CINCINNATI, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Scripps National Spelling Bee's semifinals and finals drew 9.2 million viewers this year, an increase of 22% over 2022 when it debuted on ION. The finals (live and immediate encore) on June 1 reached its largest audience since 2012 – 6.1 million viewers, an increase of 30% over 2022.

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  • CINCINNATI, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Scripps National Spelling Bee's semifinals and finals drew 9.2 million viewers this year, an increase of 22% over 2022 when it debuted on ION.
  • The finals (live and immediate encore) on June 1 reached its largest audience since 2012 – 6.1 million viewers, an increase of 30% over 2022.
  • Last year's Spelling Bee programming, including a one-hour original special, "Road to the Bee," aired on ION, Bounce, Laff and TrueReal and was seen by 7.5 million viewers.
  • Dev Shah, a 14-year-old speller from Largo, Florida, won the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee in the 15th round of onstage competition.

Dev Shah declared champion of the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee

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Friday, June 2, 2023
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CINCINNATI, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dev Shah, a 14-year-old speller from Largo, Florida, is the champion of the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee.

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  • CINCINNATI, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dev Shah, a 14-year-old speller from Largo, Florida, is the champion of the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee.
  • Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), presented the championship trophy moments before ION signed off from the 95th Scripps National Spelling Bee.
  • "The Scripps National Spelling Bee is a familiar American experience that inspires and moves us all – it shines a spotlight on camaraderie, learning and language.
  • The 95th Scripps National Spelling Bee took place at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland.

Scripps National Spelling Bee to host 231 spellers at 2023 Bee Week

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
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CINCINNATI, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Scripps National Spelling Bee will welcome 231 spellers to National Harbor, Maryland, from May 30-June 1 for the national rounds of its 95th competition since being founded in 1925.

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  • CINCINNATI, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Scripps National Spelling Bee will welcome 231 spellers to National Harbor, Maryland, from May 30-June 1 for the national rounds of its 95th competition since being founded in 1925.
  • Highlights of the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee field:
    The spellers range in age from 9 to 14.
  • Nearly 80 percent – 182 spellers – are competing in their first Scripps National Spelling Bee this year.
  • Fourteen spellers are competing in their third Scripps National Spelling Bee.

FuboTV Announces Carriage Agreement With Scripps Networks

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Monday, December 19, 2022
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FuboTV Inc. (NYSE: FUBO), the leading sports-first live TV streaming platform, announced today a multi-year distribution partnership with Scripps Networks, the national television network division of The E.W.

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  • FuboTV Inc. (NYSE: FUBO), the leading sports-first live TV streaming platform, announced today a multi-year distribution partnership with Scripps Networks, the national television network division of The E.W.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221129006107/en/
    Starting today, FuboTV subscribers can enjoy the popular Scripps networks ION, ION Mystery, ION Plus, Bounce, Grit, Newsy (becomes Scripps News on January 1) and Court TV.
  • The launch of these Scripps networks further expands FuboTV’s entertainment and news offerings, which, alongside its leading sports offering, makes Fubo a top streaming TV option for families.
  • Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.

Scripps National Spelling Bee promotes former national spelling competitor to executive director

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
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Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has promoted Corrie Loeffler a longtime Scripps National Spelling Bee executive and three-time national competitor to executive director of the iconic educational program, effective Jan. 3.

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  • Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) has promoted Corrie Loeffler a longtime Scripps National Spelling Bee executive and three-time national competitor to executive director of the iconic educational program, effective Jan. 3.
  • Loeffler has served on the Scripps National Spelling Bee staff for 16 years, most recently as director of editorial programs and national partnerships for seven years.
  • About the Scripps National Spelling Bee:
    The Scripps National Spelling Bee is the nation's largest and longest-running educational program, having launched in 1925.
  • Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.

Scripps to report third-quarter 2022 operating results on Nov. 8

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Friday, October 21, 2022
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Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will report third-quarter 2022 operating results before Nasdaq trading begins on Tuesday, Nov. 8.

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  • Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) will report third-quarter 2022 operating results before Nasdaq trading begins on Tuesday, Nov. 8.
  • Investors and analysts will need the name of the call ("Scripps earnings call") to be granted access.
  • Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
  • Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will find their own way."

ION and Bounce ring in the holidays with five new original movies featuring Billy Baldwin, Vivica A. Fox, Jackee Harry and Tom Arnold

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Thursday, October 20, 2022
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This year's new original movies feature familiar faces including Billy Baldwin, Vivica A.

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  • This year's new original movies feature familiar faces including Billy Baldwin, Vivica A.
  • ET
    Blue collar Andy (Kelly Daly, "The Night is Young") is a little nervous but thrilled when she is invited to her rich friend's estate for Christmas.
  • A leading general entertainment network, ION's lineup features major cable and broadcast shows, original series and special event programming.
  • Bounce XL, Scripps Networks' newest free ad-supported television (FAST) channel, is available on Samsung TV Plus, Pluto TV and Xumo.

The E.W. Scripps Company Joins IBCAP

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022
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With this addition, IBCAP is now offering anti-piracy protection services to U.S. channels, beginning with the full suite of Scripps channels, said Chris Kuelling, executive director of IBCAP.

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  • With this addition, IBCAP is now offering anti-piracy protection services to U.S. channels, beginning with the full suite of Scripps channels, said Chris Kuelling, executive director of IBCAP.
  • We have succeeded in disrupting or entirely removing other IBCAP member content from those services, and we are pleased to now expand that protection to Scripps channels.
  • Scripps Company is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world.
  • Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.