Civics Bee Landing Page

Date and Time

Tuesday Sep 26, 2023

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 6^th, 7^th and 8^th 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 6^th, 7^th, or 8^th 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.

ADDITIONAL INFO

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

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 13^th, 2024
10:00 am – 1:00 pm pacific standard time
Pierce College-Puyallup Campus Theater
1601 39^th Avenue SE
Puyallup, WA 98374
Chance to win prizes and even prize money!

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

Fees/Admission

This is an opportunity for 6th-8th grade students in Pierce and surrounding counties. This is free to participate in. There is a hotel package available for families through the Holiday Inn Express & Suites on 812 South Hill Park Drive in Puyallup. Please contact Tayler for more information about using this. Deadline is February 12th 2024 (02/12/24) to make these reservations.

Contact Information

Tayler Kirby
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Description

Non-Student Attendees please use this link to register to attend our Live Bee:
https://business.tacomachamber.org/events/details/local-civics-bee-with-the-tacoma-pierce-county-chamber-19084