National Civics Bee

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Lauren Stellman Events Manager 303.866.9629 [email protected]

Calling all middle school students!

The Colorado Chamber Foundation invites students across the state to showcase their civic knowledge and passion for community in the annual National Civics Bee® competition.

About the Bee
The Colorado Chamber Foundation is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host a nonpartisan 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, D.C. to compete in the National Civics Bee National Championship in Fall 2027.

Why Civics?

We are hosting the National Civics Bee Colorado State Finals 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 throughout Colorado and celebrating our civic pride.

Who Can Enter?

Any 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student residing in Colorado with an idea about using civics to improve their community may submit their application to participate in the competition. This competition is open to students in public, private, charter, or home schools. Essay applications open in the fall and close in the winter, The top 20 essayists will be invited to compete at their nearest regional event (determined by zip code), where the top three winners will be invited to compete at the State Finals.

How to Enter

Any 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student residing in Colorado with an idea about using civics to improve their community may submit their application to participate in the competition.

The application for the 2027 competition is NOW OPEN and will close on Tuesday, February 2, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time. Visit www.nationalcivicsbee.org for the latest news on the application portal, entry deadlines, and resources.

Write your essay and use the 2026-2027 Essay Application Guide to access the prompt and support materials.
Before you apply, review the Privacy Policy.
Submit your essay by February 2, 2027 on the online portal.
For students unable to submit online, use the Mail-In Application Form to mail your essay application. Mailed applications must be post-marked by the deadline.
For more information, visit Civics.USChamberFoundation.org or contact [email protected]

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Regional Partners

Thank you to all of our 2027 regional partners, who bring this program to life in their respective communities. Even if your community is not listed below, the National Civics Bee is open to ALL middle school students located in Colorado.

Adams County Regional Economic Partnership
Alamosa County Chamber Foundation Inc.
Arvada Chamber of Commerce
Boys & Girls Club of La Plata County (Durango)
Carbondale Chamber of Commerce
Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce
Eastern Plains Chamber of Commerce
Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce
Greeley Area Chamber of Commerce
Kids at Their Best (Fort Morgan)