Florida Statewide National Civics Bee®
We are hosting the National Civics Bee® Florida State Finals 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 throughout Florida and celebrating our civic pride.
All Events
IGC at Word of South: An Afternoon with MLB Legend Mike Matheny
Join the IGC at the Word of South Festival for a special conversation with former Major League Baseball player, manager, and New York Times bestselling author Mike Matheny.
Date & Time: April 25th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM
Location: AC Marriott Ballroom
2026 Florida Statewide National Civics Bee – Finals
The Institute for Governance and Civics at Florida State University is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and chambers of commerce across Florida to host a nonpartisan statewide civics competition on June 30, 2026. The 2025-26 National Civics Bee® encourages young Americans in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade to engage in civics and contribute to their communities.
Date & Time: June 30th, 2026 @ 4:00 PM
Location: Augustus B. Turnbull III Florida State Conference Center
IGC K-12 Teacher Symposium
The Institute for Governance and Civics at Florida State University, in partnership with the Florida Center for Reading Research, invite Florida teachers to the IGC’s 2026 Summer Symposium—We Hold These Truths.
Date & Time: July 8th, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
Location: Augustus B. Turnbull III Florida State Conference Center