3rd Annual Buena Vista Civics Bee
National Civics Bee®
Calling all middle school students! Share your ideas and flex your civics knowledge in the
National Civics Bee®. Click the “Submit Your Essay” Button to create your account on the National Civics Bee Portal. You will then be able to Submit Your Essay.
ABOUT THE BEE
The Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista 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 Colorado and celebrating our civic pride.
HOW TO ENTER
Any 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student residing in Colorado with an idea about using civics to improve their community may submit their essay to participate in one local competition in their state. All essays must be submitted by Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Visit www.nationalcivicsbee.org for the latest news on the application portal, entry deadlines, and resources. Students should review the Contest Rules and Essay Guide below and then apply using the following link:
RESOURCES/ADDITIONAL INFO:
– National Civics Bee® Highlights Video
– National Civics Bee® Website
LIVE EVENT INFO
Coming soon! The live competition will be held in Buena Vista in the Spring of 2025. Event location, date and time will be released in early 2025.
The live competition starts with civics knowledge multiple choice questions. The Top 5 winners of the multiple choice competition then present their essay topics to a live audience followed by Q&A with the judges.
The Top 3 winners are invited to compete in the State Competition!
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 us.
Live Competition – Spring 2025
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2024 recap
2024 Local Winners!
Buena Vista Competition Top 3
Andee Quilico, Joseph Drexler, Simon Allen. (Photo Credit: Ken Scar)
2024 State Champion!
Joseph Drexler from Buena Vista’s DPCA
2024 National Championship in Washington, DC!
Colorado State Champion, Joseph Drexler
PRESENTED BY…
& OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS
Sue Cobb, Peggy Streicher, Doyle Nyberg, Karen Gerrity, Gillian Connolly, Wendy Hall, Alex Lunsford, Tracy Weed, Gregg & Heike Grant, Feather Bokker, and several anonymous donors.
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