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It seems like you are clapping for yourself, which is inappropriate. Ask questions as needed.  It's okay to be excited, though! Be proud of how far you went. Just to make it to the Bee is amazing!

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Never clap on stage. Repeat, spell, repeat. Be polite, on stage and off stage. If you win, accept your prize with grace. Don't be too upset if you lose.