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National History Day in Kentucky

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National History Day in Kentucky is the ultimate project-based learning experience!

National History Day in Kentucky (NHDKY) is an annual learning competition for students in grades 4-12.  Driven by curiosity, imagination, and innovation, NHDKY empowers students to express themselves through a historical topic they are passionate about.  This hands-on experience focuses on the autonomy and creativity of each student as they research a topic of their choice, interpret its relevancy to our lives today, and display what they learned through a variety of platforms.  The judging portion of the competition gives students the opportunity to serve as advocates of their work, which offers real-world experience in building confidence and conviction.  Each year, KHS creates a coalition of judges across the state to be ambassadors of history in this rewarding student experience that benefits all, inside and outside the classroom.

Why NHD?

Join the Over 4,000 Students and 45 Educators Already Participating in NHDKY!

Announcing the 2024 NHDKy season!

Region 1, Murray State University-Paducah Regional Campus: March 2, 2024

Region 2, Grayson County High School: March 1, 2024

Region 3, University of Louisville: March 9, 2024

Region 4, Eastern Kentucky University: February 24, 2024

Region 5, Morehead State University: March 23, 2024

Region 6, Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College: March 22, 2024

State Contest, University of Kentucky: April 27, 2024

Meet your NHDKy Coordinator

Ashley Buzzanca is the National History Day in Kentucky (NHDKy) State Coordinator. Ashley can be reached at kentucky@nhd.org.