Students research a topic in history and relate it to the annual theme. National history day 2014 theme rights and responsibilities. History day has been the vehicle that creates an understanding and appreciation of history while developing the necessary 21stcentury tools, skills and aptitudes for my diverse student population. National history day a great link with many resources and student help. National history day cumberland valley school district. Home about the day themes for 2016 wpfd 2015 concept note programme side events speakers practical information background materials partners and support youth news room insights for you to share. This theme is broad enough in scope to encourage investigation of topics ranging from local to world history and across any geographic area or. Iwe read and followed the rules for national history day as published in the national history day contest rule book. A process paper is a description of how you conducted your research, developed your topic idea, and created your entry. Behring national history day contest will be held june 12 16. Winning projects 2016 sea history the national maritime. National history day is a yearlong historical research contest for middle and high school students.
This can include vocational degree programs, associate degree programs, or bachelor degree programs. School integration in the south an encounter with briggs v. At the beginning of the category rules for papers in the national history day rule book, there is a description of papers. Themes national history day themes connect with us. The 20152016 the theme is exploration, encounter, exchange in history. For those interested in the study of identity and ideology, anexploration of asalhs black history themes is itself instructive. A documentary could analyze the origins of the right to receive a free elementary education, found in the. Finalist the terra nova expedition samuel martinez bay view middle.
When documenting history leads to awards, and dollars. The program lets you express what you have learned through a creative and original performance, documentary, paper, web site. In response to the covid19 spread, the nebraska national history day state contest will be held virtually online versus on the campus of nebraska wesleyan university. Although you may select a topic on any aspect of local, regional, national, or world history, your projects research and conclusions must relate clearly to the annual theme. The contest rule book is available in english and spanish, however, all entries entered for history day competition must be in english. Judges look for evidence that the theme has been adequately addressed in all history day projects. Mar 11, 2016 national history day a great link with many resources and student help.
History day rules are determined by the national history day program, ensuring that each state follows the same guidelines. Students construct entries as an individual or in a group in one of five categories. National history day colorado education denver, colorado. Establishes claims on topic, cause and effect, immediate impact, change over. National history day is an academic competition focusing on history for students in grades 612. When documenting history leads to awards, and dollars the. National history day finalists 2016 junior division. This past saturday, april 8, over 200 middle and high school students from across louisiana visited the national wwii museum to compete and take part in the annual louisiana national history day state contest. Students must make a connection between the theme and their topic. The process paper must also explain the relationship of your topic to the contest theme. Students may choose any topic related to local, regional, national, or world history, as long as his or her research and conclusions clearly relate to the annual theme. In order to draw a connection to the theme, students.
Students have been submitting their projects under slightly different guidelines. Jan 25, 2019 the 8th national voters day is dedicated to those born in the year 2000 who completed 18 national voters day 2019 history, themes, importance, celebrations, images and more news bugz national voters day 2019 theme, national voters day images, history of national voters day, national voters day celebrations, voters day 2019. Archive for the national history day category older entries. The oregon historical society is proud to organize oregon history day, the statewide qualifier for the national history day contest. No matter where students live or what grade theyre in, all national history day projects will be united under this broad idea. History day in arkansas is part of the national history day network. Ohara, director of programs, national history day n ational history day welcomes you to explore the theme, exploration, encounter, exchange in history, during the 20152016 academic year. The theme is chosen for the broad application to world, national or state history and its relevance to ancient history or to the more recent past. National history day nhd is not just one day, but a yearlong program that makes history come alive every day. Each fall, students across the state join over half a million 612 grade students nationwide in working on papers, exhibits, documentaries, plays, and websites that reflect the annual national history day theme. Scroll to the bottom of this page to see a list of past and upcoming annual themes. National history day is an international nonprofit organization that helps students and teachers experience the power of history. Each year, students from across the country develop a project based on the annual contest theme.
Imagine that you are ready to embark on the postsecondary path of your educational career in a technology related field. Nhd is an exciting way to study history and learn about issues, ideas, people, and events that interest you. Asalh the founders of black history month black history. The annual theme for the 2017 national history day contest is taking a stand in history, a topic that offers many opportunities for students to. National history day classroom rubric websites2016 names. I verify that the project named above was researched and produced by myself my team during the 2016 2017 school year for entry in national history day pittsburgh. Exploration, encounter, exchange national history day is a yearlong educational program for middle. See more ideas about national history day, history and history projects. Various types of creative writing for example, fictional diaries, poems, etc. Exploration, encounter, exchange in history suggested topics supported by original documents held at the national archives at atlanta encounters in the classroom.
Faqs national history day nhd contest rules chester. As you select your nhd topic, think about the following. National history day is a highly regarded academic program for elementary and secondary school students. Press kit selected press coverage previous celebrations photo galleries world press freedom day 2016 recordings world press freedom day 2016. Over the years, the themes reflect changes in how people of african descent in the united states have viewed themselves, the influence of social movements on racial ideologies, and the aspirations of the black. Postsecondary education is defined as any level of education after high school. Each year more than half a million students just like you participate. It has affiliates in all fifty states, washington, d. Jun 23, 2016 when documenting history leads to awards, and dollars.
For example, if youre interested in native americans and the theme is leadership and legacy in history, a natural topic would be treaty rights. National history day contest toggle navigation national history day contest home create account student teacher volunteer. If this is a mistake please contact your contest administrator, to enable registration. Your teachers may have special guidelines so make sure you check with them before you start your search. National history day 2016 wed like to extend our congratulations to all of this years winners, and a big thank you to all of the hardworking teachers, coordinators and judges who made this event such a memorable and rewarding experience. You will choose a historical topic related to the annual theme, and then conduct primary and secondary research.
The 2020 history day theme is breaking barriers in history. National history day is a nonprofit organization based in college park, maryland that operates an annual projectbased contest for students in grades 612. When you hear the word conflict, what immediately comes to mind. Interested in applying for a special award at the state competition. The theme provides a focused way to increase students historical understanding by developing a lens to read.
Donate to nhd to support highquality educational programs that help. National voters day 2019 history, themes, importance. Theme information national history day in minnesota. National history day 2016 thanks to all who helped out with this years national history day contest. Ohara, director of programs, national history day n ational history day welcomes you to explore the theme, exploration, encounter, exchange in history, during the 2015 2016 academic year. National history day philadelphia 2016 was held at the national constitution center in philadelphia on march 16th and 17th. The themes that are chosen are broad, allowing students to research topics on all levels from local history to ancient history. National history day is a national history research project and contest.
Ohio history day contest academic competition ohio. Students may choose any topic related to local, regional, national, or world history, as long as his or her research and conclusions clearly relate to the theme. Here is a list of awards you might be eligible for. Cumberland valley school district prohibits discrimination, including sexual harassment, on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, parenting status, pregnancy or handicapdisability in its activities, programs or employment practices. Refer to web site for local contest dates and information. Entry submission for virtual contest revision april 1. Each year, the national history day office chooses a theme to help students direct their research. Every year national history day frames students research within a historical theme. Junior division category winners project title name school junior individual documentary. Selecting a national history day contest topic is a process of gradually narrowing down the area of history period or event that interests you to a manageable subject. A paper is the traditional form of presenting historical research.
The theme exploration, encounter, exchange in history, covered a wide range of subjects for historical discussion and debate. Each year more than half a million students, encouraged by thousands of teachers nationwide, participate by choosing. The 2018 national history day nhd theme book features an article by usip, which leads with a provocative question. Each year, national history day has a new theme for students to explore. Its rewarding for students because they have a wide range of topics they can choose from and many different methods for publishing their research. Summary of 2016 rule changes new student guide 2020. Each year the national history day office selects a broad theme for the contest.
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