The Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to bring the National Civics Bee to North Florida for the 2025-2026 program year. This annual initiative, now expanding to all 50 states in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, invites middle school students to showcase their civics knowledge, engage in their communities, and build trust in others and institutions through a nonpartisan, multi-round competition.
The National Civics Bee begins with a written essay and culminates in live events at the regional, state, and national levels.
The essay application portal is now open and closes on February 3, 2026. All students in grades 6-8 are encouraged to apply.
The top 20 finalists from the essay submissions will be invited to the regional competition on Wednesday, April 29, from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Turner Auditorium on the campus of Tallahassee State College.
Learn more and submit your essays online at nationalcivicsbeenorthflorida.com
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