Speller No. 257, John Minnich


 

Sponsor:
The Roanoke Times, Roanoke, Virginia

Age:
14, eighth grade

School:
William Byrd Middle School, Roanoke, Virginia

Bio:
John is a member of his school’s Mathcounts team. He plays baritone and qualified for an all-district band. He enjoys arranging music. A member of his school’s track team, he throws discus. He plays basketball and is active in his church’s youth group. John participated in the 2003 and 2004 national finals, tying for 47th place in 2004.