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This year’s Battle of the Books competition was in full swing at Canton High school on Saturday, April first. This was Canton’s first time hosting the competition after participating for a great many years prior. The event was well attended by students, teachers, and family members as they eagerly awaited the results of the day.

Members of Canton’s “B.O.B Squad” shared their thoughts on winning first place and explained what Battle of the Books is all about.
Chairperson Ashley Pekelnicky talks about Canton’s role in this year’s competition and how they prepared for the big day.

Congratulations to all the winners!

Elementary school:

1st Place – Canton’s BOB Squad

2nd Place – RB Walter’s Book Nerds

3rd Place – Sullivan County’s Griffin Readers

Middle School:

1st Place – Hughesville’s Baby Got Books

2nd Place – Tunkhannock’s Word of the Rings

3rd Place – Towanda’s The Introverts

Senior High:

1st Place – Sullivan County Grim Readers

Photos provided by Deb Fitzwater.