The National History Day program includes a progressive contest cycle open to students in grades 6-12. District History Day events are normally held in February or March.
Some schools have a local event prior to the district contest.
District winners advance to the state events held at the Iowa Historical Building in Des Moines in late April or early May. State winners advance to the national contest held each June at the University of Maryland in College Park. Generally, the top two entries in a category advance to the next level of competition. Participants may work individually or in groups of 2-5 students. Rules and Categories Go to the National History Day Student Contest Guide for a complete description of program guidelines.