Ask a National History Day student and you could find out how this act expanded the frontier of executive power. Since Teddy Roosevelt established several national monuments that included Grand Canyon National Park, presidents of both parties have used the act to preserve our national heritage. More than half a million students in grades 6-12 are embarking on an adventure to examine historical frontiers in politics, geography, science, space, presidential powers, ideologies, and many other areas. NHD is a yearlong nonprofit education organization that is reinvigorating the teaching and learning of history. NHD will lead more than 700,000 students nationwide to new discoveries about their own communities and the world.
Students begin to prepare for the competition soon after the school year begins.
They may also decide to enter as individuals or as a member of a group. Students develop critical thinking and problem solving skills while creating entries and competing in a series of district, state and national contests. These skills will help them manage and use information now and in the future. Ia. The impact of NHD is felt well beyond the students entered into the competition. Thousands of parents also get involved, making it a family affair.