National Civics Bee®

Empowering Maryland students to be informed and passionate citizens

JUN
26

U.S. Naval Academy
Invitation only

National Civics Bee®: Maryland State Finals

Organized in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s The Civic Trust and supported by local chambers of commerce across Maryland, the National Civics Bee®: Maryland State Finals is an annual competition that encourages middle school students from public, private, charter and home schools to engage in civics, contribute to their communities and flex their civics knowledge for a chance to win recognition and cash prizes. Learn more about the 2026 National Civics Bee competition and share this exciting opportunity with Maryland middle school educators and youth in your network.

Event Details

The Maryland Chamber Foundation will host the National Civics Bee®: Maryland State Finals competition on June 26, 2026 at the United States Naval Academy.

United States Naval Academy, Fluegel Alumni Center
301 King George St, Annapolis, MD 21401

Additional event information will be shared directly with parents and guardians of our student finalists as well as with invited guests and partners.

Agenda

9:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m. Civics Bee finalists arrive for pre-competition meeting
9:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Guest check-in
10:00 a.m.–12:00 noon National Civics Bee®: Maryland State Finals competition
12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m. Lunch and prize reception open to all event attendees

Featured Guests

Keynote Speaker & Judge: Deputy Secretary Jimmy Anderson, Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families

Dep. Sec. Anderson began his career as an enlisted Airman, serving over 15 years in uniform on active duty and in the reserve in tactical, operational and staff roles across the Air Force Intelligence enterprise. He has lived and served across the country, but is proud to call Maryland home.

2026 Bee Judge: Stephen Kensinger

Senior Vice President of Community Banking for WesBanco and Maryland Chamber of Commerce Board Member. Stephen is a committed business leader passionate in bettering our state and its diverse communities.