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2004 Spelling Bee

2004 NEF Spelling Bee Champions are the “Needham High Hopes!”

Congratulations to the team from DeWolfe-Lynn, Akers, Burnham real estate agency for winning the 1996 Spelling Bee with the word "alkalescence." The team was among 54 teams competing at the annual Bee hosted by WCVB-5 personalities Chet Curtis, Natalie Jacobsen, and...

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The NEF sends a newsletter about every other month during the school year to keep our supporters up to date. Find out about grants we are funding in the Needham schools and upcoming events.

2026-2027 Grant Deadlines

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Fall: Oct 16, 2026
Winter: Jan 15, 2027
Spring: Apr 9, 2027

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