For Teachers

The National History Day in Ohio program is designed to enhance the instruction of history education. Students in 4-5 and 6-12 grade can complete exhibits, papers, performances, documentaries or websites (4-5 grade are exhibits and performances only). The program can be integrated into the classroom in a number of ways:

• Required class project- All students in the class are required to complete the project and recieve a grade
• Extra Credit- Project is offered as extra-credit. Students may work after school with a teacher or indepently
• History Club- Interested students can participate as part of a club activity.
• Team Teach- Two teachers (usually Social Studies and English Language Arts) take on the project in both classes as a required project.

A few steps for teachers new to the program:

• Request a Teacher Packet to recieve free materials about the program and to get on the mailing list.
• Read the Contest Rulebook . The rulebook provides basic information about the program.
• Pre-Register with the National History Day in Ohio office.
• Read Introducing History Day
• Look at the National History Day in Ohio Classroom calendar

Use the links to find out more information about free outreach, curriculum materials, workshops and the annual theme.

Thank you for your interest in the Ohio Historical Society!