Middle school students can test their knowledge in the 2025 National Civics Bee [Video]

EL PASO COUNTY — The Eastern Plains Chamber of Commerce in partnership with The Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation has announced the launch of the 2025 National Civics Bee.

The Civics Bee will stop taking applications on February 4, 2025, and the finalists will be announced on February 14, 2025. The National Civics Bee will take place in Spring 2025.

Middle school students in 6th through 8th grade who are interested in competing will showcase their civics knowledge, as well as engage in their community to build trust in others and institutions.

Eastern Plains Chamber of Commerce President Michael Lordino voiced his enthusiasm for the upcoming competition and how it will benefit students in the long run.

Students from public, private, charter, and home schools are welcome to submit their first-round civics essay competition. After a panel of judges reviews the essays, the top 20 entries will be chosen to go to …