Sara Akmel, an eighth grader at Mill Creek Middle School, placed second in the National Civics Bee Washington State Championship, earning a $500 prize. The competition featured 15 middle school students selected through essays and regional contests. Hosted in Olympia, finalists answered civics questions and pitched ideas to improve their communities. Maanha Nasir of Washington Virtual Academies won first place and will represent the state at the national competition in Washington, D.C. in November.
Back to All
