Three local students will compete at the National Civics Bee Texas State Finals
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Odessa Chamber of Commerce announced that three students from the Odessa and Midland area will compete in the National Civics Bee Texas State Finals. it is a live competition hosted by The University of Texas at Austin School of Civic Leadership on, May 17, at 1:00pm.
During the live event, contestants will answer 20 civics multiple-choice questions during Rounds I & II.
The top 5 finalists from Rounds I & II will advance to Round III and each finalist will deliver a 3-minute pitch of their original essay to a panel of judges followed by Q&A. This prestigious event is organized by The Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
Representing the area are:
* Shreeya S., Young Women's Leadership Academy
* Asha A., Young Women's Leadership Academy
* Abhinav B., Nimitz Junior High
The first-place winner of the Texas State competition will win $1,000 and advance to Washington, D.C., to participate in the National Civics Bee Championship, where they will compete for a $100,000 education savings plan.
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