Your Kingsport Chamber 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. Finalists will be invited to Washington, DC to compete in the inaugural National Civics Bee® national championship in Fall 2024.

Local Prizes:

First Place: $500 cash prize

Second Place: $250 cash prize

Third Place: $125 cash prize

HOW TO ENTER

Any 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student residing in Tennessee with an idea about using civics to improve their community may review the rules and submit an essay application on this page: https://my.reviewr.com/site/TN/KingsportChamber.

The application opens November 13, 2023, and closes on January 8, 2024.

ADDITIONAL INFO

• Student Flyer
• Teacher Guide 
• National Civics Bee® Highlights Video: https://youtu.be/lQdMbyBUttc?si=adOM0fyyD1sq5_MZ

WHY CIVICS?

Your Kingsport 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 [insert state name] and celebrating our civic pride.

LIVE EVENT INFO

Date:               February 24, 2024

Time:               10:00 am

Location:         Northeast State Community College

                        2425 TN-75

                        Blountville, TN 37617

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 lbarnett@kingsportchamber.org.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact lbarnett@kingsportchamber.org.