C-SPAN to host fourth annual National Civics Bee championship

Published October 10, 2026 1:09pm ET | Updated October 10, 2026 1:09pm ET



C-SPAN is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to host the first-ever televised National Civics Bee championship, where, for its fourth year, 52 middle school students will compete for a national title and a $100,000 prize.

Finalists from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and American Samoa will compete in a fast-paced, live competition testing their knowledge of American government, the Constitution, and the civic challenges facing their communities.

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