Story by: Nancy Bonds, Director of Communications
Goose Creek CISD (GCCISD) proudly celebrated student excellence during its annual District Spelling Bee, where top spellers from across the district showcased their academic skills and focus.
Pictured, from left, 1st place winner Arslan Aulakh, 8th grade student at Baytown Junior School; 2nd place winner Hira Aulakh, 6th grade student at Cedar Bayou Junior School; and 3rd place winner Cedrianna Rocha, 4th grade student at San Jacinto Elementary School. Photo by Carrie Pryor-Newman.
After several competitive rounds, the winning word, “welterweight,” secured the championship title and highlighted the impressive vocabulary knowledge of this year’s finalists.
2026 GCCISD District Spelling Bee Winners:
• 1st Place: Arslan Aulakh, 8th Grade — Baytown Junior School
• 2nd Place: Hira Aulakh, 6th Grade — Cedar Bayou Junior School
• 3rd Place: Cedrianna Rocha, 4th Grade — San Jacinto Elementary School
The district extends its congratulations to all participating students, as well as to the teachers, families, and campus staff who supported and encouraged them along the way. The annual event highlights the district’s dedication to literacy and recognizing outstanding student achievement.