National History Day
National History Day is everyday! The National History Day (NHD) program is an annual, year-long initiative designed to promote the teaching and learning of history in America's schools. NHD is an exciting way for students to study and learn about historical issues, ideas, people and events. The program fosters academic achievement while helping teachers meet education standards.

The core of the program is a nationwide National History Day competition. Each September, students across the country engage in the process of discovery and interpretation of historical topics related to an annual theme, while honing their creative talents to produce innovative presentations. They analyze their topic's historical significance and present conclusions in dramatic performances, imaginative exhibits, multimedia documentaries and research papers to public audiences throughout the country. Students may also decide to enter as individuals or as a member of a group. After a series of district and state contests the program culminates with a national competition at the University of Maryland each June.

Visit the National History Day web site to find out more about the National History Day contest and professional development opportunities for teachers.

The History Channel Awards
Every year The History Channel recognizes outstanding student scholarship and teacher innovation at the National History Day national contest. At the National History Day national contest The History Channel present awards of $5,000 to students and an outstanding history educator.