The National Civics Bee, created by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is an annual competition designed to encourage young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Participating 6th, 7th and 8th graders showcase their knowledge of the U.S. government and civic responsibility through essay submissions and live quiz-style competitions at local, state, and national levels. The Opelika Chamber is honored to partner with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host the one of Alabama's regional competition.

The Opelika Chamber is participating in the National Civics Bee® 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 in Alabama and celebrating our civic pride.