Why do you think it’s a useless skill? Correct spelling is always a plus, and when you add the poise and competition, I say it’s very useful. (I was never in a spelling bee in my life)
“I say it’s very useful.”
Yes, I guess it isn’t completely useless. Maybe I felt like the amount of time I (was forced to) study for those things could have been better spent getting an athletic scholarship or something. At least my kids are impressed with the gold watch!