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The 2025 National Civics Bee opens this fall to 6th, 7th and 8th graders in participating states. Entry is free and open to public, private, charter, and homeschool students alike.
The National Civics Bee® is an annual competition that inspires young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Join us in this nonpartisan initiative to enhance civic literacy, skills, and participation.
The 2025 National Civics Bee opens this fall to 6th, 7th and 8th graders in participating states. Entry is free and open to public, private, charter, and homeschool students alike.
The 2024 National Civics Bee Championship took place on November 12. View the highlights.
The 2025 Essay Guide is now available to help students prepare their essay applications.
Finalists from 27 states are making their way to the 2024 National Championship in November.
Winners of the 2023 competition studied hard to win big.