I am Bhavana Madini — a student, speller, coach, research student, healthcare volunteer, dental assistant, and passionate educational enthusiast. My journey began with a love for words that carried me to the Scripps National Spelling Bee. The countless late nights, early mornings, and hurried lunches taught me lessons far greater than spelling: resilience, discipline, and accountability. Losing no longer crushed me — instead, it reminded me why I loved the game.