National History Day in CO
National History Day in Colorado is a regional event emphasizing social studies and literacy. It equips students in elementary, middle, and high school with the skills necessary to succeed in careers and in college. Middle and High School students participate in project-based learning that emphasizes critical reading and thinking, research, analysis, then drawing meaningful conclusions. Please check with your Social Studies Teachers to find out if your school is participating.
Event Logistics
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The NHD 2026 Theme is Revolution, Reaction & Reform. Link to Theme Book
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ALL information about the contest is found on ZFairs: https://bv-co.nhd.org/
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Contest Date: Saturday, March 28th @ Manhattan Middle School
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Registration opens: January 1st, 2026
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Registration Deadline: March 13th, 2026
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Paper & Website Deadline: March 18th, 2026
- Papers will be uploaded on the ZFairs Website
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Fee: $10/student (paid on ZFairs)
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Judge & Volunteer Registration is OPEN now on the ZFAIR website https://bv-co.nhd.org
National History Day Research Rendezvous & Archive Events
Carnegie Library Local Archive Events:
October 11th, 2025- Teacher drop in days: archives for curriculums
November 13th, 2025- Using local resources for a NHD project
Research Rendezvous at Boulder Public Libraries
Students should register on the Boulder Library calendar: https://bit.ly/NHD-BPLD
Dates: Dec 13th, Dec 16th, Jan 9th, Jan 21st, Jan 22nd- Free pizza at each event!
Please send requests for in-school instruction visits directly to Gina
Student Information
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What is National History Day?
Students can complete these projects in groups or as individuals in one of five categories: documentary, paper, exhibit, performance, or website. Regional winners compete at the State Contest in May on the University of Colorado Denver campus. First and second place state winners compete in Nationals at the University of Maryland, College Park in June. Visit National History Day in Colorado for more details.
Contact Us
Gina Scioscia
NHD Coordinator in Colorado
303-717-4183
Alicia Champlin
Event Director
720-561-4079