Lomira Civics Teams Compete at State

On May 1, Lomira High School had two civics teams compete at the 2026 Wisconsin Civics Games state championship, the University of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Newspaper Association Foundation (WNAF), which consisted of a day-long competition focused on civics, history, government, and current events.
Lomira Team 1 consisted of Matthew Freitag, Ari Allard, Eli James, and Brock Breitlow
Lomira Team 2 consisted of Jordan Liseicki, Blake Steger, Klair Grinstead, Brianna Frea, and Trenton Casl
“We are really proud to have not one, but two Civics Teams from Lomira make it to the State Finals in Madison,” said Lomira High School Civics Team Advisor Stacey Clark. “These students have a genuine passion for government and civics, and it is so rewarding to see them share that with others from around the state.”

“The experience of competing at the Capitol in Madison really makes government come alive for students and is a unique way to show off their hard work,” said Clark. “We are so grateful for the opportunity for students to deepen their learning and understanding of civics.”
The Wisconsin Civics Games finals today featured introductory remarks by Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez, Attorney General Josh Kaul, Chief Justice Jill Karofsky, Deputy Superintendent of the Department of Public Instruction Rich Judge, and Chris Patton, Executive-in-Charge of the University of Wisconsin.
The Civics Games state championship judges included State Representative Lisa Subeck and Andrew Johnson, Vice Chair of the Dodge County Board of Supervisors and past president of the WNA and the WNAF.
The Wisconsin Newspaper Association Foundation launched the Civics Games in 2018 to strengthen civics education and engagement in our democracy among Wisconsin high school students.
Beginning in 2027, the University of Wisconsin will plan to host the Civics Games on its campuses, giving students a chance to experience a college environment while continuing their civic learning.
Support for the Wisconsin Civics Games is provided by the University of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Newspaper Association Foundation, WisPolitics, Evjue Foundation, Wisconsin Counties Association, League of Women Voters of Wisconsin, WisconsinEye, Wisconsin Senate Scholars Program, Multi Media Channels, Carol O’Leary, and Godfrey & Kahn.