An Eagle Hill Middle School student is headed to the New York State Finals for the National Civics Bee after winning the regional competition in March.
Anika Das participated in the National Civics Bee Regional at SUNY Polytechnic Institute in Utica, taking home a first place win. The competition consisted of multiple choice civics questions. To qualify, students first had to submit a written essay proposing ideas to improve their community.
National Civics Bee gives students in grade 6-8 the opportunity to explore issues that matter to their communities, and give them further understanding of civic engagement. The goal is to cultivate responsible citizenship.
Anika, along with two other students who placed in the regional competition, will now move onto the New York State Finals for the National Civics Bee, which will take place in Albany on May 30. Students from around the state will compete to represent New York in the national competition. A $1,000 cash prize is also on the line.
Congratulations to Anika, and good luck in the state finals!