Two 8th graders -- Plano ISDs Dhroov Bharatia and DISDs Lindsey Roberts -- took different paths but they landed them both at the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Two North Texas 8th graders are well aware of the challenges as they have qualified for the 2022 Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Dhroov's journey saw him finish 4th in the National Spelling Bee last year. And there is a tremendous sense of pride, with the young man making it back to the stage again... but he isn't patting himself on the back. Dhroov explained,"Whether it's spelling, sports, or technology... for me, it's always about improving and being able to reach my goal."
The young lady said she was not out to get a moral victory."I am putting quite a bit of pressure of myself to hopefully win. It would mean a lot for me and my family and my friends."