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Meet Peter Daniell, ninth-grader who beat 20,000 students to win $100,000 prize

In a remarkable achievement, Peter Daniell of Colorado has clinched victory in the 2026 National Civics Bee by tackling the pressing issue of food insecurity with impressive civic insights. Competing against 20,000 students nationwide, Daniell's essay underscored the vital role of community engagement and public service in ensuring food access. For his dedication, he was awarded a $100,000 educat…

The Times of India

Meet Peter Daniell from Broomfield, Colorado: The ninth-grader wrote about fighting food insecurity, rose from a field of 20,000 students across 240 communities and won a $100,000 national civics prize

TIMESOFINDIA.COM · Oct 16, 2026