What an incredible National History Day Arizona success story!
Thanks to the support of an outstanding educator, a determined school principal, and a community that believes in celebrating student achievement, Mateo’s project made its way to Alice Cooper himself!
Not only did Alice Cooper take the time to read Mateo’s work, but he also signed the essay with an “A+” and gifted Mateo an autographed album — creating a memory that will last a lifetime.
This is what National History Day is all about: inspiring students to explore the past, develop their research skills, and discover meaningful connections between history and the world around them.
Congratulations, Mateo! Your hard work, curiosity, and dedication truly paid off.
