ABOUT THE BEE The National Civics Bee is an annual competition to promote young Americans’ engagement in and knowledge of civics, and contributing to their communities. The PA Chamber of Business and Industry partners with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and chambers of commerce across Pennsylvania to host this statewide civics competition. Participating 6th, 7th and 8th grade students are tested on their civics knowledge for a chance to win cash prizes. The National Civics Bee Pennsylvania State Finals winner is invited to compete in the National Civics Bee® championship in Washington, D.C. 2025 PENNSYLVANIA STATE FINAL Winners First Place: Millicent Godoy – $1,000Second Place: Cooper Palma – $750Third Place: Mihir Pilgaonkar – $500 2024 PENNSYLVANIA STATE FINAL Winners 1st Place: Mariya Hoja, Fairview Middle School 2nd Place: Saketh Pochiraju, Mountain View Middle School 3rd place: Gautam Mannem, Charles F. Patton Middle School 2024 sponsors Gold Sponsors Technology Sponsor Keystone Sponsor