Dorothy Zhou and Thanvi Voruganti are interviewed for Smithsonian Showcases.

Dorothy Zhou and Thanvi Voruganti are interviewed at the Smithsonian Showcase for their Senior Website Documentary, "Judith Heumann: Trailblazer of the Disability Rights Revolution."  Dorothy and Thanvi did a great job with the interview and their documentary. They are passionate about the subject and it shows!

The Historical League is proud to support the NHDAZ!!

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We had the chance to talk with Thanvi and Dorothy from Arizona, whose documentary about Judith Heumann was featured at the NHD Documentary Showcase at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Learn more about Thanvi and Dorothy’s documentary, and what it’s like participating in an NHD student showcase!

Each week we’ll showcase student interviews from the 2026 NHD National Contest, highlighting student projects and opportunities- so stay tuned!

Carter Holmes, NHDAZ student goes to Washington D.C.

 Volleyball injury. Walking cast. No problem for Carter Holmes in Washington D.C. as he joined the NHDAZ students for the 6 mile Capital Mall tour.

Students work hard for months on their projects for presentation at Univ. of MD. College Park. Carter did a Senior Website "Caring Beyond Race: How the Black Angels Revolutionized TB Treatment and Reformed a Divided Profession". The AHS educating team makes sure there is more fun involved in the trip with lots of exploring in the area.

Dorothy Zhou and Thanvi Voruganti place in Top Ten Senior Group Documentary

 Imagine seeing your name on the HUGE sign at Xfinity Center, celebrating your top ten place for Senior Group Documentary at National History Day competition. Congratulations to Dorothy Zhou and Thanvi Voruganti, with their project titled "Judith Heumann: Trailblazer of the Disability Rights Revolution."

The Historical League is proud to support all the NHDAZ students.

Getting to NHD National Contest

 NHD reaches more than a half a million students around the country, U.S. Territories and international affiliates. Only around 3,000 make it to Nationals every year. That means approximately 0.6% of participating students make it to the National Contest annually.

Building an NHD project that is judged to be Nationals caliber is an amazing feat and deserves to be celebrated.

Congrats to our 37 Arizona students!! Historical League is proud to support you!!

Mobi joins National History Day AZ students

 Cuteness alert! A special guest joined the NHDAZ group at Nationals this year. Mobi is a very friendly companion, enjoying ear scratches and hugs. History and comfort dogs go well together.

Sofia Piccinini, Kadence Johnson, and his human, NHDAZ teacher Donna Gustafson at the Jim Hensen statue

Kudos to AHS Education Team

 We salute the incredible AHS educators who took our NHDAZ students to the National competition. You inspired them, motivated them, organized their visit to our Nation's capital.

THANK YOU Leonard Moody, Emily Hahn, Holly Barnard, Taylor Kyle.

Your dedication to fostering a love of learning and creating a supportive environment has led to outstanding student growth.

The Historical League is a proud supporter of this National History Day program.

Emily Hahn, Holly Barnard, Taylor Kyle, Leonard Moody

NHDAZ students explore Washington D.C.

 Can you name all these incredible destinations the NHDAZ students explored this past week while in Washington D.C.?

Along with competing in National competition, they have unlocked a treasure trove of unforgettable experiences.

The Historical League is a proud sponsor of this program.