The National Civics Bee® is an annual competition that inspires young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. The National Civics Bee is a nonpartisan initiative of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to enhance civic literacy, skills, and participation. Middle school students from public, private, charter, and homeschools are invited to apply to the 2025 National Civics Bee by submitting an essay with ideas about improving their communities.
While the inaugural National Civics Bee Local Competition for Virginia, hosted by the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce, was held on April 23, 2024, the VA250 Commission is pleased to announce that in 2025, local VA250 committees will hold regional competitions.
June 2025
The Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg
November 2025
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Washington D.C.
November 12, 2024
Washington D.C.
Congratulations to Zoey Downer, a student from Virginia for winning Fourth Place!