Today Alabama Chambers hosted the 2025 National Civics Bee®, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Lucas G., Caroline R., and Rohan S. were the top three finalists of the National Civics Bee® Alabama Competition presented by Kinder-Morgan, organized in partnership with The Civics Trust® of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
“Congratulations to Lucas from Enterprise, Alabama, on winning the inaugural Alabama State National Civics Bee! We also celebrate every finalist who earned their place in this remarkable competition. The future of our state is in great hands with such impressive middle schoolers leading the way. Best wishes to Lucas as he represents Alabama on the national stage!", said Alabama Chambers President and CEO, Paige Hutto.
"We are facing a civics crisis in America. Surveys show that 70% of adults cannot pass a basic civics quiz, and 79% of 8th graders fall below proficiency in civics. This threatens the strength, prosperity, and resilience of our nation. The National Civics Bee® is dedicated to enhancing civics knowledge, skills and disposition among young people and adults alike, inspiring the next generation to make a positive impact in their communities." said Hilary Crow, Vice President, Civics, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
Eight Finalists participated in the Alabama statewide competition: an in-person live event featuring two rounds of civics questions followed by a Q&A round to test their civics knowledge. Lucas G. from Dauphin Junior High School took first place, followed by Caroline R. and Rohan S. for second and third places, respectively. The judges for this year's competition were: Nathan Lindsay, Deputy Chief of Staff For Governor Kay Ivey; Allen Fore, Vice President of Public Affairs for Kinder Morgan; and Clay Scofield, Executive Vice President of the Business Council of Alabama.
The top three finalists impressed the judges with presentations covering topics, such as, local care and assistance for veterans, music and arts education funding issues, and awareness for urban heat islands (UHI).
“I am honored to be representing the state of Alabama at the National Civics Bee this fall in Washington DC. I would like to thank my civics teachers and school for making this possible and my family for supporting me through this journey. I look forward to continuing to share my platform of supporting our veterans, " shared state competition winner, Lucas G.
The finalists and top winners received various prizes, including $1000.00 cash for the first-place winner. The first-place winner of the statewide competition will also earn a trip to Washington D.C. to compete in the National Championship in the Fall of 2025. Prizes at the National Championship include a grand prize of a $100,000 529 plan for first place, $25,000 for second place, and $15,000 for third place.
Fore more information on the National Civics Bee®, visit: https://civics.uschamberfoundation.org/national-civics-bee/
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