National Civics Bee
Calling all middle school students! Share your ideas and show off your citizenship skills in the National Civics Bee®.
ABOUT THE BEE
The O’Fallon-Shiloh Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host a nonpartisan civics competition that encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Participating 6th, 7th and 8th graders will flex their civics knowledge for a chance to win recognition and cash prizes. Finalists will be invited to Washington, DC to compete in the National Civics Bee® national championship in Fall 2025.
WHY CIVICS?
The O’Fallon-Shiloh Chamber of Commerce is participating in the National Civics Bee® because we believe that informed and active citizens make for a strong country, a strong economy, and a strong workforce, and that our continued prosperity depends on the strength of all three. Through the Bee, we are promoting greater civic knowledge in Illinois and celebrating our civic pride.
HOW TO ENTER
Any 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student residing in Illinois with an idea about using civics to improve their community may submit their essay to participate in one local competition in their state.
The submission window for essays opened October 15, 2024
The deadline to submit an essay is February 4, 2025
Click HERE for the Application Portal Dashboard
There you will find an Eassy Guide and Students can create an account in order to access the essay application form.
Before you apply, review the Contest Rules and Privacy Policy. Click here for FAQs.
Learn more at nationalcivicsbee.org
IMPORTANT DATES:
- Essay Submission Window Opened: October 15, 2024
- Essay Submission Window Closes: February 4, 2025 @ 11:59 p.m. CST
- Top 20 Finalists Notified: February 14-24, 2025
- O’Fallon-Shiloh Local Competition for Top 20 Finalists: March 13, 2025 at 6 p.m., The Hett at McKendree University
- Illinois State Competition: TBA
- National Competition: Fall 2025
RESOURCES/ADDITIONAL INFO:
· National Civics Bee® Highlights Video
· National Civics Bee® Website
LIVE EVENT INFO – Coming Soon!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Are you interested in showcasing your company’s commitment to developing active and engaged citizens? For information about available corporate sponsorships, please contact director@ofallonchamber.com
CONTACT US
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact director@ofallonchamber.com