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SUMMARY:2027 Middle School National Civics Bee – Regional Competition
DESCRIPTION:\nThe Ames Regional Economic Alliance 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. This event will have up to 20 finalist compete for their trip to a state contest this summer in Des Moines. ! Finalists will be invited to Washington, DC to compete in the National Civics Bee® national championship in Fall 2027. Join us to test your Civic knowledge and cheer your student on\n \nWHY CIVICS?\nThe Ames Regional Economic Alliance 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 Iowa and celebrating our civic pride.\n \nHOW TO ENTER\nAny 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student residing in Iowa with an idea about using civics to improve their community may submit their essay to participate in one local competition in their state. All essays must be submitted by 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.\n \nStudents should review the Contest Rules and Essay Guide below and then apply using the following link: 2027 National Civics Bee® Application Link.\n \n \nRESOURCES/ADDITIONAL INFO: Available here!\n\nEssay Guide\nNational Civics Bee® Highlights Video\nNational Civics Bee® Website\n2027 National Civics Bee® Contest Rules – Essay Round\n\n \n \nLIVE EVENT INFO \n\nApril 9, 2027 at 9:00am\nIowa State University\nThird prize – $125\nSecond prize – $250\nFirst prize – $500\n\n \n \n \n
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