Local Student Represents WI On National Civics Stage News | June 17, 2025 | 0 | by Morgan McCarthy The family of an Eau Claire middle school student is celebrating after they were recently named the winner of the statewide finals for the National Civics Bee competition. The National Civics Bee is an annual competition aimed at inspiring young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. A South Middle School student named Leila won the state competition on Friday which means she collects a one-thousand dollar prize and will represent Wisconsin at the national finals in D.C. CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE WITH WEAU 13 NEWS.