Logo for National Civics Bee featuring stylized red and blue abstract human figures and blocks with white stars, alongside the text 'National Civics Bee' in blue.
Logo of the San Francisco Bay Area Chamber of Commerce featuring a stylized image of the Golden Gate Bridge in orange.
Seal of the Office of the Borough President of Staten Island, New York, featuring a female figure holding a shield with two doves, standing by the water with a boat and lighthouse in the background at night.

Calling all Middle School Students!

Share your ideas and flex your civics knowledge in the National Civics Bee.

The Local Bee

Late Winter / Early Spring 2026

News from the 2025 Civics Bee

  • Chamber Hosts Second Annual Civics Bee Competition

    In March 2025, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce hosted its second annual National Civics Bee, a national competition that inspires young Americans to engage in civics, contribute to their communities, and enhance their civic literacy.

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  • Student from Staten Island Chamber’s Civics Bee Wins State Competition

    On Friday, May 30th, Victoria Figliolia, an 8th grader at Staten Island Academy, won the state competition for the 2025 National Civics Bee. Competing against eight other middle schoolers from across New York State, Victoria took home the top prize of $1,000 and will be moving on to the national competition later this year.

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About the Bee

The Staten Island Chamber of Commerce is once again 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. Finalists will be invited to Washington, DC to compete in the National Civics Bee national championship.

How to Enter

Any 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student residing in Staten Island with an idea about using civics to improve their community may review the rules and submit an essay. Applications are now closed.

Additional Info

Why Civics?

The Staten Island Chamber 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 New York and celebrating our civic pride.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Are you interested in showcasing your company's commitment to developing active and engaged citizens? For information about available corporate sponsorships, please use the button or contact Danielle Wiseman at dwiseman@sichamber.com.

Thanks to 2025 Gold Sponsor:

Logo of the Rab Wilkinson Foundation featuring a red stylized crown and black text.

Thanks to 2025 Silver Sponsor:

Logo for Staten Island Giving Circle featuring overlapping green and blue circular lines with the acronym SIGC in the center and the words Staten Island Giving Circle arranged around the circle.

Thanks to 2025 Bronze Sponsor:

Graphic of the outline of the state of South Carolina with a handicap symbol inside and a dotted line leading to the word 'S.C.'

Contact Us

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Danielle Wiseman at dwiseman@sichamber.com.