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Calling all middle school students!
Share your ideas and flex your civics knowledge in the National Civics Bee.
ABOUT THE BEE
The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host a first-of-its-kind 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 inaugural National Civics Bee national championship in Fall 2024.
HOW TO ENTER
Any 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student residing in Washington State with an idea about using civics to improve their community may review the rules and submit an essay application on this page: https://my.reviewr.com/NationalCivicsBee/site//WA/TPCC.
The application opens November 13, 2023, and closes on January 8, 2024.
The application opens November 13, 2023, and closes on January 8, 2024.
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Student Flyer
- Teacher Guide
- National Civics Bee Highlights Video:
WHY CIVICS?
The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber 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 Washington State and celebrating our civic pride.
LIVE EVENT INFO
March 13th, 2024
10:00 am – 1:00 pm pacific standard time
Brunch: 10:00 am-11:00 am
Live Event: 11:30 am-12:30 pm
Pierce College-Puyallup Campus Theater
1601 39th Avenue SE
Puyallup, WA 98374
Chance to win prizes and even prize money!
Family registration: https://business.tacomachamber.org/events/details/local-civics-bee-with-the-tacoma-pierce-county-chamber-1908
10:00 am – 1:00 pm pacific standard time
Brunch: 10:00 am-11:00 am
Live Event: 11:30 am-12:30 pm
Pierce College-Puyallup Campus Theater
1601 39th Avenue SE
Puyallup, WA 98374
Chance to win prizes and even prize money!
Family registration: https://business.tacomachamber.org/events/details/local-civics-bee-with-the-tacoma-pierce-county-chamber-1908
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 Tayler Kirby, taylerk@tacomachamber.org.
CONTACT US
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Tayler Kirby, taylerk@tacomachamber.org.
