Calling all middle school students! Share your ideas and show off your citizenship skills in the National Civics Bee.

 

ABOUT THE BEE

The Howard County Chamber of Commerce 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 Howard County, Maryland 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/MD/HoCoChamber.

The application opens November 13, 2023, and closes on January 8, 2024.

 

ADDITIONAL INFO

• Student Flyer
• 2024 National Civics Bee Teacher Guide
• National Civics Bee Highlights Video: https://youtu.be/lQdMbyBUttc?si=adOM0fyyD1sq5_MZ

 

WHY CIVICS?

The Howard County 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 Maryland and celebrating our civic pride.

 

LIVE EVENT INFO

March 19, 2024, 5:30-7:30pm

Howard Community College – Smith Theatre (5020 Campus Drive, Columbia, MD 21044)

Prizes

Each finalist will receive a certificate. In addition:

• The First Place Winner will receive a $500 cash prize.
• The Second Place Winner will receive a $250 cash prize.
• The Third Place Winner will receive a $125 cash prize.

 

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 Lori Kleppin, Director of Membership & External Affairs.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Rikia Ceasar (Senior Events Manager).

 

Thank you to our partners and sponsors: