Round Rock Chamber to Serve as Regional Host for 2026 National Civics Bee

The Round Rock Chamber is excited to announce that we will serve as a local host for the 2026 National Civics Bee, a nationwide, nonpartisan competition organized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. This is our first year participating and we are so excited to offer this new opportunity to our Round Rock students!

This competition gives middle school students (grades 6–8) a chance to engage in civics, showcase their ideas, and compete for recognition and prizes. Students are invited to submit a short essay proposing a solution to improve their community. Top-scoring essayists will advance to a live quiz competition hosted here in Round Rock, with the opportunity to move on to the state and national levels.

Participating students will strengthen their writing, public speaking, and civic knowledge while forming meaningful connections with other young leaders in our community.

We encourage you to share this opportunity with your educators and students and help inspire the next generation of civic-minded leaders!

Essay Submission Window
Open now through February 3, 2026. Students submit their essay through the National Civics Bee Portal and will be assigned to the nearest Regional Bee based on their address.

Eligibility
Students in grades 6–8

Resources Available

• Educator Toolkit – Helps integrate the Civics Bee into classroom or group activities; includes sample lessons and essay workshops.

• Student Flyer – A great resource to share with students and parents to spark interest.

• Student Essay Guide – A step-by-step guide for students looking to submit their essay.

Prizes
Local, state, and national winners receive cash awards, and the state champion will earn a $5,000 donation for their school.

Have questions? We’re here to help! We’ll be hosting an info session November 10th at 3:00 p.m. Email us and we’ll send you a calendar invite!

We look forward to celebrating our local finalists and showcasing the incredible students who make up our community. For more information, please contact either Anna Hipps or Zach Scott.

Details & Resources on our Webpage