Competition & Showcase Information
Below are the dates for the upcoming 2026 We the People competitions. Times are currently still TBA, so please check back for updated information.
Regional Competitions
Southwest (MS/HS) – University of Evansville, Thursday, November 5
Central (HS) – Marian University (Indianapolis), Saturday, October 31, Afternoon
Central (MS) – Marian University (Indianapolis), Saturday, October 31, Morning
Northeast (MS/ HS) – Ivy Tech Fort Wayne Coliseum Campus, Nov. 13
Northwest (MS/HS) – Indiana University Northwest, Nov. 13
State Competition
Indiana Middle School State Competition – Crowne Plaza Union Station, Tuesday, December 8
Indiana High School State Competition – Crowne Plaza Union Station, Wednesday, December 9
Sign Up to Volunteer as a competition judge.
Join us as a volunteer for this year’s We the People competitions across Indiana. The Indiana Bar Foundation offers a variety of volunteer roles—whether you’re new or experienced, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful impact, whether it be a judge, timer or facilitator. Registration for volunteering for an upcoming competition will open in August.
Regional Competition Questions?
If you have any questions regarding the We the People regional competitions, please reach out to Director of Civic Education Programs, Amelia Miller at [email protected].
We the People Class Registration Forms
2026 High School Class Registration
2026 Middle School Class Registration
Regional Questions
2026 High School Regional Questions
2026 Middle School Regional Questions
For Regional Competition, classes will study two questions per unit. They will be asked one question per unit at the competition.
Scoring Rubric (NEW)
This Scoring Rubric will serve as the scoring criteria/rubric for the competition this year.
State Hearing Questions
High School State Hearing Questions
Middle School State Hearing Questions
For State Competition, classes will study three questions per unit. They will be asked two questions per unit at the competition.