National History Day Competition Information

Original title: Contest | Hillsborough County Public Schools

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What this does

Students in Hillsborough County Public Schools can participate in this annual research competition to develop academic skills and compete for scholarships and awards.

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Students in grades 6-12

Students may choose to participate in the competition to develop research and presentation skills.

Educators

Educators may incorporate the program into their curriculum and support student projects.

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Summary

National History Day is an academic competition for students in grades 6-12 to conduct and present historical research. Students compete in five categories through school, district, state, and national levels.

Key Facts

The 2026 National History Day theme is 'Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History'.
The competition is open to students in grades 6-12.
There are five presentation categories: Documentary, Exhibit, Paper, Performance, and Website.
The competition follows a four-stage progression: school, district, state, and national levels.
The national contest is held annually at the University of Maryland, College Park.
Documentary entries are limited to a ten-minute film length.
National History Day was founded in 1974.
Students can participate individually or in groups.
The program provides curriculum materials, online research tools, and mentorship opportunities for participants.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can participate in National History Day?

Students in grades 6-12 are eligible to participate.

What are the different ways I can present my research?

You can choose from five categories: Documentary, Exhibit, Paper, Performance, or Website.

How do I get started?

Students should discuss participation with a history teacher or school advisor to select a topic and begin research.

Why It Matters

Students in Hillsborough County Public Schools can participate in this annual research competition to develop academic skills and compete for scholarships and awards.

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organizationHillsborough County Public Schools“The local school district providing information about the competition.”Map →

locationUniversity of Maryland, College Park“The location where the national contest is held.”Map →

organizationNational History Day“The organization that hosts the annual academic competition.”Map →

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www.hillsboroughschools.org

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