National Civics Bee®
North Dakota State Finals

Calling all middle school students!

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

ABOUT THE BEE

The Greater North Dakota Chamber partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Minot Area Chamber EDC and Williston Area Chamber to host a nonpartisan statewide civics competition. The 2025-26 National Civics Bee® encouraged young Americans in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade to engage in civics and contribute to their communities.

The competition, modeled on traditional spelling and geography bees, gave students the chance to win recognition and earn cash prizes by sharing ideas for improving their communities and showing their enthusiasm for civics. The winner of the National Civics Bee® North Dakota State Finals will receive a trip to Washington, DC to compete in the National Civics Bee® national championship in Fall 2026.  
 

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NORTH DAKOTA FINALISTS

Winner: Clara Z. - Erik Ramstad Middle School, Minot
Runner-up: Chilaka U. - Our Redeemer's Christian School, Minot
Second Runner-up: Kesli L. - Williston Middle School Central Campus, Williston
Fourth place: Ayden H. - Central Middle School, Minot
Fifth place: Madilyn A. - Our Redeemer's Christian School, Minot
Sixth place: Grady M. - Central Middle School, Minot

📢 Read the full press release

WHY CIVICS?

GNDC is hosting the National Civics Bee® North Dakota State Finals 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 throughout North Dakota 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 contact ndchamber@ndchamber.com or checkout options online.