Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School’s Ben Szatanek was named the Montgomery County Spelling Bee Winner after correctly spelling the adjective “eremitic,” which means “religious recluse” according to Encyclopedia Britannica. Ben is no stranger to spelling bee competitions, having won the Montgomery County Spelling Bee in 2005. He is looking forward to his second trip to the state level spelling contest in Birmingham on March 11, 2006. Ben is currently a seventh grade student at Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School’s Middle School Campus and the son of Major and Mrs. Jeff Szatanek.
AP, Honors, Or College-Prep? A parent’s guide to the right course path
This guide helps Catholic school parents navigate AP, Honors, and College-Prep course options in high school. It explains what each level means, typical workloads, and how Montgomery Catholic’s advising process balances rigor, wellness, faith, and family life. Learn how to match course levels to your student’s strengths, goals, and extracurriculars to build a sustainable schedule.
