National Civics Bee New York


May 30, 2024

Albany Capital Center

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

PLATINUM SPONSOR

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GOLD SPONSOR

Kinder Morgan Logo

ABOUT

The Business Council, through our Public Policy Institute, is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and four chambers of commerce across New York State to host a first-of-its-kind statewide civics competition.

The 2023-24 National Civics Bee encourages students to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. The competition, modeled on traditional spelling and geography bees, gives students the chance to win recognition and earn cash prizes by sharing ideas for improving their communities and showing their enthusiasm for civics.

The winner of the National Civics Bee New York State Finals will be invited to Washington, DC to compete in the inaugural National Civics Bee national championship in Fall 2024.

 

Event Emcee: Susan Arbetter, Anchor, Capital Tonight / Spectrum News
Guest Speakers: 

  • Honorable Mary Beth Walsh, Assembly District 112, New York State Assembly
  • Hilary Crow, Vice President, Civics, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation

Judges:

  • Allen Fore, Vice President of Public Affairs, Kinder Morgan, Inc.
  • Dr. Carol Kim, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, University at Albany
  • Bob Schneider, Executive Director, New York State School Boards Association

AGENDA

10:00 a.m.   Registration opens
10:30 a.m.  

Competition starts

12:00 p.m. Competition concludes
3:00 p.m. 

Optional New York State Capitol Tour

See details below

NEW YORK STATE CAPITOL TOUR

Optional Tour of the New York State Capitol - 3:00- 3:45 p.m.

Join the fun on a tour of the New York State Capitol. Visit one of the most beautiful and historic buildings in the country. Highlights of the 45-minute tour can include the legislative chambers, Hall of Governors, Governor’s Reception Room, Hall of New York, historic staircases, and the recent Ruth Bader Ginsburg portrait carving. Tour access and route are subject to change.

This optional tour will take place at 3:00 p.m.  More information will be provided once you sign up for the tour on the registration page.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

This is no fee to attend, but advanced registration is required. For more information, please contact Conference Development at 518.465.7511 or 800.358.1202. 

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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Create awareness of your company, broaden your visibility and reinforce your image. Contact Gabby Lichtenberg at [email protected] or call (518)694-4471 for more information.

PARKING AND DIRECTIONS

Albany Capital Center
55 Eagle Street
Albany, NY 12207

Parking and Directions

Complimentary parking is available at the Albany Capital Center's Parking Garage. The Albany Capital Center’s parking garage is located beneath the facility. The garage is located at 7 Wendell Street, Albany, NY 12207. 

For more information on the event, please click here

HOTEL INFORMATION

A limited number of rooms are available at the Renaissance Albany Hotel at a discounted rate of $189 per night. Book your group rate online at the link here.

Cut-off date to book a room: Monday, May 6, 2024

Other Downtown lodging options can be found here.

CHAMBER PARTNERS

Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Logo
Greater Rochester Chamber Logo
Staten Island Chamber Logo
Warwick Valley Chamber Logo

These local chambers are hosting local competitions across New York State.