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WelcomeWelcome to the Washington History Day home page! This Web site is designed to provide information for students, educators, institutions, and any others interested in Washington History Day. We have tried to include pages and links which will provide the necessary information for getting involved in Washington History Day and all that it has to offer students and teachers. About Washington History DayHistory Day invites students into the exciting work of historians, detectives who delve into the past. Along the way, students develop research, analysis, presentation and social skills. Now in its 26th year nationally, History Day has proven to be an invaluable way to introduce students to the techniques of historical inquiry and the importance of history in everyday life. More than 4,000 Washington State students complete a History Day-based project on a topic of their choosing. Using primary sources, articles and books, experts in the field, eyewitness accounts, and many other resources, students investigate their topic throughout the school year. Ultimately, they complete a documentary, performance, exhibit or paper. Many choose to enter one of eight regional competitions, held across Washington in February and March. Students may enter the junior (grades 6-8) or senior (grades 9-12) division as individuals or in groups of two to five members.Regional winners go on to the state contest, held this the last Saturday in April or the first Saturday in May. The top two students in each category may compete in the national contest during the second or third week in June at the University of Maryland, College Park. Past participants often cite their History Day experience as their most meaningful school experience, and many stay active in the program after graduation as judges or volunteers at local contests. We invite you to make your own history, and participate in Washington History Day! We hope this Web site will be useful in your pursuit of History Day information. We would love to hear your comments about this page, and welcome any suggestions you might have. For further History Day information, please contact the state office: Lauren Danner, Ph.D. Washington History Day wishes to acknowledge its major sponsors:
See our contributor page for other sponsoring organizations.
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