Congratulations to Cash from FCPS-MD for receiving the Award for Excellence in Maryland History, sponsored by Maryland Center for History and Culture. Cash enjoyed exploring local history, including visiting Monocacy NB, and learning about the impact of smaller events. Great work! Maryland Humanities

Congratulations to Brett, Dylan, and Isaac from Patuxent High School on receiving the Award for Excellence in Maryland History, sponsored by Maryland Center for History and Culture. The group enjoyed researching local history, and interviewed many farmers who participated in the buyout program. Great work!

Congratulations to Leslie from North Caroline High School on receiving the Award for Excellence in the History of Science and Technology. She wrote that the opportunity to study history offers a chance to reflect on the past and look to the future. Great work! Maryland Humanities

Congratulations to Kenley and Lola from Roland Park on receiving the Award for Excellence in Women's History, sponsored by UMBC History Department! These two students created their project about pioneering chemist Alice Ball! Great work! Maryland Humanities

ATTENTION TEACHERS: Last chance to apply for a new NHD Silent Heroes program: 50 student-teacher teams will compile profiles on Korean War Veterans. This program is made possible by Veterans Affairs. Apps close THIS FRIDAY 8/2. Head to tinyurl.com/nhdapplynow to apply now! #sschat

Congratulations to Olivia and Ethan from MCPS for receiving the Award for Excellence in Women's History, sponsored by MDWomen'sHeritageCtr. They researched Sandra Day O'Connor and her impact as the first female supreme court justice. Great work!

Congratulations to Dean on receiving the Award for Excellence in Historic Preservation, sponsored by the MD Historical Trust. Dean, who attends CalvertMSCCPS, won for his project titled "D-Day in Dowell." Great work! Maryland Humanities

Congratulations to Sophia of HCPS on receiving the Award for Excellence in Historic Preservation sponsored by the MD Historical Trust. She writes: "I love participating in History Day because I get to focus on historic events and reflect on how they impact our lives." Great work!

Congratulations to Ishani from Roland Park on receiving the Award for Excellence in Legal and Constitutional History sponsored by Cynthia Raposo and Joseph Furey. She writes: "I hope that my project this year sheds light on how language is tied to power." Great work! Maryland Humanities

Congratulations to Brendan, Daniel, Ethan, Raymond, and Thomas from MCPS on receiving the Award for Excellence in Legal and Constitutional History, sponsored by Cynthia Raposo and Joseph Furey. Their project focused on the fight against forced sterilization. Great work!

Congratulations to William from CCPS Social Studies Department for receiving the Award for Excellence in LGBTQ+ History, sponsored by Aaron Heinsman. He writes: "I hope people would take from my project the value of knowing the history of all parts of our community." Great work William!

Congratulations to Joey and Liam from Loyola Blakefield on receiving the Award for Excellence in United States Military History, sponsored by the MD Monuments Commission! They researched some local history by digging into the Battle of Baltimore. Great work! Maryland Humanities

Summer is the perfect time to kickstart next year's NHD project! Before summer break ends, don't forget to download your 2024 judge evals, archive your NHDWebCentral website, and maybe even get started on your research for "Rights and Responsibilities in History" in 2025 😎

Congratulations to Kai and Ryan from Loyola Blakefield on receiving the Award for Excellence in White House History, sponsored by the White House Historical Association. The group researched the impacts of the Watergate Scandal. Great work! Maryland Humanities

Congratulations to Liam from Charles County Public Schools on receiving the Award for Excellence in United States Military History, sponsored by the Maryland Military Monuments Commission. Liam's project was inspired by his grandfather's military service! Great work! Maryland Humanities

Congratulations to Chris from Bullis School on receiving the Award for Excellence in LGBTQ+ History, sponsored by Aaron Heinsman. Chris researched the impact of Ryan White, whose experiences inspired a shift around the perception of HIV/AIDS. Great work Chris! Maryland Humanities

Congratulations to Madisyn from St. Mary's Bryantown on receiving the Award for Excellence in White House History sponsored by White House History. She researched the protest in favor of Womens' suffrage that took place outside of the White House in 1917. Great work Madisyn!

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