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National Civics Bee®

Calling all Greater Adams County middle school students!
Share your ideas and flex your civics knowledge in the National Civics Bee.

Who

6th–8th graders in Colorado

Essays due

[DEADLINE DATE]

Local competition

[EVENT DATE & LOCATION]

Cost to enter

Free

About the Bee

AC-REP is proud to partner with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to bring the National Civics Bee® to Greater Adams County. The Bee is a nonpartisan civics competition that encourages middle school students to engage in civics and contribute to their communities.

Students in 6th, 7th and 8th grade compete for recognition and cash prizes. Local winners advance to the Colorado state competition, and state finalists earn a trip to Washington, D.C., for the national championship.

Why Civics?

A strong economy and a thriving workforce depend on informed, engaged citizens. The National Civics Bee helps young people build civic knowledge, confidence and pride in their community.

For AC-REP, supporting the next generation of leaders is part of being invested in Greater Adams County.

How to Enter

Three easy steps to apply

Eligible students are 6th–8th graders residing in Colorado. Each student may submit one essay to
one local competition. Please review the rules and essay guide before applying online.

Step 1

Write Your Essay

Use the official essay guide to plan and write your submission.

Essay Guide →

Step 2

Review the Rules

Read the contest rules and privacy policy before you submit.

Contest Rules →

Step 3

Submit by [DEADLINE DATE]

Complete the online application and upload your essay.

[Embedded video: How the National Civics Bee works]

The path to Washington, D.C.

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Local Competition

Top essay writers are invited to compete live at the AC-REP local Bee.

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Colorado State Finals

Local winners advance to compete against students from across the state.

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National Championship

State finalists travel to Washington, D.C., to compete for the national title.

Prizes & Incentives

What students can win

Local Competition

  • 1st place: [$ AMOUNT]
  • 2nd place: [$ AMOUNT]
  • 3rd place: [$ AMOUNT]

Colorado State Finals

  • 1st place: [$ AMOUNT]
  • 2nd place: [$ AMOUNT]
  • 3rd place: [$ AMOUNT]

National Championship

  • 1st place: [$ AMOUNT]
  • 2nd place: [$ AMOUNT]
  • 3rd place: [$ AMOUNT]

Teachers: classroom incentive

[Describe local teacher/classroom incentive, e.g. a class party and gift card for the class with the most submissions.]

Questions?

Contact [STAFF NAME], [TITLE], for more information about the National Civics Bee in Greater Adams County.

720-758-8380
info@adamscountyrep.com

Sponsorship Opportunities

Help build a generation of active, engaged citizens. Partner with AC-REP to support the National Civics Bee in our region.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

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