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Join the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce for the Inaugural National Civics Bee Local Competition presented by the Jamestown Settlement  on Tuesday April 23rd, 2024 from 4-6pm at the Jamestown Settlement at 2110 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185. 

ABOUT THE BEE

The Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host a first-of- its-kind civics competition that encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Participating 6th, 7th and 8th graders will flex their civics knowledge for a chance to win recognition and cash prizes. 

Local Finalists will compete at the State Bee then State Finalist will be invited to Washington, DC to compete in the inaugural National Civics Bee® national championship in Fall 2024.

WHY CIVICS?

The Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce is participating in the National Civics Bee 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 in the greater Williamsburg area and celebrating our civic pride.

Prizes

Each finalist will receive a certificate. In addition:

The First Place Winner will receive a $500 cash prize.

The Second Place Winner will receive a $250 cash prize.

The Third Place Winner will receive a $125 cash prize.

Presenting Sponsor

Technology Sponsor

Disclaimer:  At this event, photos and videos may be recorded by the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce.  By attending this event you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos, which may be used for marketing and promotional purposes.