Triple J Enterprises, Inc. Presents $2,500 Check to Rotary Club of Guam for the 52nd Annual Guam Regional Scripps Spelling Bee
[Tumon, Guam, January 25, 2024] - In a significant gesture of support for education and community enrichment, Triple J Enterprises, Inc. presented a check for $2,500 to the Rotary Club of Guam, the regional partner for the 52nd Annual Guam Regional Scripps Spelling Bee, for Major Sponsorship of the 2024 Scripps Regional Spelling Bee.
Jeff Jones, President & COO of Triple J Enterprises, expressed his enthusiasm for contributing to such a valuable educational initiative, stating, "At Triple J, we believe in empowering the youth and fostering a love for language and learning. Supporting the Guam Regional Scripps Spelling Bee aligns with our commitment to educational excellence and community development."
Erika Garrido, President of the Rotary Club of Guam, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of the Scripps National Spelling Bee in enhancing students' language skills and vocabulary. "The Spelling Bee is not just a competition; it's a platform that helps students improve spelling, increase vocabularies, and develop crucial language skills that last a lifetime. We are grateful for the continued support from Triple J Enterprises and all our sponsors," Woo remarked.
Major Sponsors for 2024:
- Triple J Enterprises
- BankPacific
- ASC Trust
- Ivy Education Services
Sponsors:
- Hyatt
- Micronesian Divers Association
- AB Risk Solutions
- Pacific Daily News
The Guam Regional Scripps Spelling Bee has been a hallmark event for 52 years, providing a platform for students to showcase their linguistic prowess. In 2023, the competition featured 63 spellers from 62 schools, and this year anticipates over 70 spellers representing 70 schools from the Pacific region.
Jay Jones, Senior VP of Triple J Enterprises, added, "We are honored to be part of an event that encourages academic excellence and language proficiency among the youth. Triple J is committed to supporting initiatives that contribute to the growth and development of our community."
The event is scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 3rd, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Guam. The 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee, the nation's largest and longest-running educational program, will be held during the week of Memorial Day 2024 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland.
For further information on the 2024 Scripps Guam Regional Spelling Bee, please contact [email protected].
About Triple J Enterprises, Inc.: Celebrating its 40 th Anniversary of serving our island communities, Triple J group of companies has several major operations, which include the Triple J Auto Group, which represents Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, Honda, Acura, Kia, and a used car dealership. Triple J Commercial Tire, which services passenger cars, light trucks, and a full range of commercial vehicles and equipment. Triple J Rentals, the licensee for Hertz & Dollar Rent a Car on Guam, Saipan, Tinian, and Palau. Triple J Five Star Wholesale Foods, the distributor of high‐quality food items including Certified Angus Beef, Hawaii Water, and Tyson food products. And Triple J Restaurant Group, which owns and operates Outback Steakhouse in Guam.
About the Scripps National Spelling Bee: The Scripps National Spelling Bee, established in 1925, is the nation's largest and longest-running educational program. Dedicated to helping students improve their spelling, increase vocabularies, and develop correct English usage, the Spelling Bee has become a celebrated platform for academic excellence and language proficiency.
PHOTO CAPTION: Present for the check presentation are representatives from the Rotary Club of Guam and Triple J Enterprises, Inc. Standing left to right, Royden Fernandez, Vocational Service Director, Rotary Club of Guam, Erika Garrido, President, Rotary Club of Guam, Jeff Jones, President& COO of Triple J, Jay Jones, Senior VP of Triple J, Brad Kloppenburg, Vice President, Rotary Club of Guam and Gerald Woo, Rotary Club of Guam member and Spelling Bee Coordinator.