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 May 31, 2025. The 2024-25 National Civics Bee® encourages young Americans in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade to engage in civics and contribute to their communities.
Modeled on traditional spelling and geography bees, the competition gives students an opportunity to earn recognition and cash prizes by sharing ideas to improve their communities and showcasing their passion for civics. The winner of the National Civics Bee® Florida State Finals will receive a trip to Washington, DC to compete in the National Civics Bee® national championship in Fall 2025.
Why Civics?
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.
Contest Resources
State Finals Information - Public Event!
Date: May 31, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM
Location:
Augustus B. Turnbull III Florida State Conference Center
555 W. Pensacola Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32306-1640
Open to the Public
Contest Prizes
Local Bees:
1st Place: $500
2nd Place: $250
3rd Place: $125
State Finals:
1st Place: $1,000
2nd Place: $500
3rd Place: $250
National Finals:
1st Place: $100,000 (529 Plan)
2nd Place: $25,000
3rd Place: $15,000
Sponsorship Opportunities
Are you interested in showcasing your company's commitment to developing active and engaged citizens? For information about available corporate sponsorships, please contact us at igc@fsu.edu.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact us at igc@fsu.edu.