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What is the Geography Bee?
It is a contest designed to motivate students to learn about the world and how it works.

Who can participate in the Geography Bee?
Seventh and eighth grade students at Keller are able to participate in the bee.

What is the time commitment?
Students must attend one of the practices that are offered, and they must participate in Keller’s Geography Bee/Qualifying Exam to qualify for District 54’s Bee.

What is the practice schedule?
Student must attend one of the following practices:
• Friday, 2-7-25: Afterschool from 2:15 to 3:50 pm in room 125
• Tuesday, 2-18-25: Afterschool from 2:15 to 3:50 pm in room 125
• Friday, 2-21-25: After school from 2:15 to 3:50 pm in room 125
• Tuesday, 2-25-25: Afterschool from 2:15 to 3:50 pm in room 125
Yes, students can attend all four practice dates!

When is Keller’s Geography Bee/Qualifying Exam?
Keller’s Geography Bee is on Friday, 2-28-25, after school from 2:15 to 3:50 pm in room 125.

What happens at Keller’s Geography Bee?
Students will compete to be one of four finalists to participate in District 54’s Bee.
A total of four contestants will advance to the district’s bee.

What happens if you win the Geography Bee at Keller?
The winning student will receive a certificate, pride, fame, and glory.

What day and time is District 54’s Geography Bee?
The District’s Geography Bee is on Thursday, March 13, 2025 from 3:30 to 5:00 pm at District Office. Students must provide their own transportation to district office.

Is there anything else I should know?
All other resources are available in the Google Classroom.
Classroom: Geography Bee 2025 Code: mnp55nb

Who do I contact if I have any questions about the Geography Bee?
Direct any and all questions to Ms. Ghani at 847-357-6533 or at [email protected].

Below is the link to the downloadable persmission slip and Geography Bee calendar of events. 

Geography Bee Permission Slip-2025

Geography Bee Calendar-25