• News Release: 2026 National Civics Bee

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    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    September 8, 2025
     
     
    The Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce and U.S. Chamber Foundation Partner to Bring the 2026 National Civics Bee® to Sarpy County, Nebraska.
     
    The Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to bring the National Civics Bee to Sarpy County 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. Finalists who advance to the National Championship in Washington, D.C., will compete for cash prizes, national recognition, and a $100,000 529 education savings plan contribution. Thanks to the generous support of the Fisher Global Foundation, the first-place winner in each state may also secure a $5,000 donation for their school.
     
    The essay application portal opens on September 8, 2025, at 6:01pm Hawaii Standard Time (HST) and closes on February 3, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST). All students in grades 6-8 are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit https://civics.uschamberfoundation.org/ncb-how-it-works/. 
     
     “As we approach America’s 250th anniversary, we are inspired to reflect on the value of our democracy and responsibility to reignite civic learning across the country. Our hope is that the National Civics Bee inspires our schools and students to gain knowledge about American democracy. Equipping young people with a deeper understanding of how our government and democracy work – and the essential role they play in strengthening our community – is a duty we are honored to be a part of, “said Karen Gibler, president and C.A.O of the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce.
     
    For more information about entering the National Civics Bee, visit nationalcivicsbee.org. For interview requests or additional information, please email Office@sarpychamber.org.
     
     
    About the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce
    Vision: To be the dynamic leader in advocacy for business and economic prosperity in Sarpy County.
    Mission: We will partner with businesses and organizations to educate, advocate and lead.
     
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    About the National Civics Bee®
    The National Civics Bee, a program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is an annual nonpartisan competition aimed at improving civics education and literacy among middle school students, their families, and communities. The National Civics Bee helps elevate civics as a national priority through a network of state, regional, and local organizations across the country. The National Civics Bee is made possible through the generous support of its founding partner, the Daniels Fund, as well as Carnegie Corporation of New York, Citizen Travelers, and other funders.
     
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