Historical League volunteers at Mentoring Session May 2 for NHDAZ

Excitement in the air as National History Day AZ students checked in Sat., May 2 for mentoring, swag, details of Wash.D.C. trip, critiques, friendships.

Some final changes to their project then off they go in June to the National contest at University of Maryland, College Park. Thirty eight students will compete with 3 teachers and 4 AHS staff to guide them through their journey.

Historical League members showed up to volunteer, mentor and give support to these amazing young people: Jolynn Clarke, Chris Hackett, Cathy Shumard, Ruth McLeod, Diana and David Smith, Norma Jean Coulter, Pat and Pete Faur, Laurie-Sue Retts, Stacey Trepanier.

Thanks to the AHS team for organizing this event. L- R Holly Barnard, Emily Hahn, 
Taylor Kyle, Dr. Kristen Rex, Leonard Moody 

Cathy Shumard and Leonard Moody are excited about the new NHDAZ t-shirts

Chris Hackett, Jolynn Clarke, Cathy Shumard check in students, handing out reimbursement checks helping to subsidize travel to Washington, D.C.

NHDAZ student Mai Piel visits with teacher, mentor extraordinaire,
Historical League member Stacey Trepanier

Ruth McLeod is impressed by the very detailed hat bands AHS Holly Barnard sewed

David and Diana Smith share a story with Jolynn Clarke

Chris Hackett, Cathy Shumard, Ruth McLeod, Jolynn Clarke,
Laurie-Sue Retts with two friends

Leonard Moody, Pete and Pat Faur, Jolynn Clarke

Paisley Ann Walker wins 3rd grade postcard contest

 Paisley Ann Walker celebrated with her art teacher, extra Mom, classmates and her Great Grandmother at her pizza party!

Many students are learning about Arizona history through this 3rd grarde postcard contest. And AHS Dr. Kristen Rex is making it fun for everyone. The Historical League is proud to support this program.

Harper and Mika celebrate winning 3rd grade postcard contest together

 Dr. Kristen Rex gave Arizona third grade postcard contest awards to two students and writes, "They say lightning doesn’t strike the same place twice but at Benson primary school…it hit big! Both Harper and Mika celebrated their class pizza parties together after winning this year‘s postcard contest. Families came out, the press was there to record the event, and a great time was had by all!"

Skyler James: winner of 3rd grade postcard contest

 The latest 3rd grader to celebrate her win of the Arizona Postcard Contest is Skyler James. Along with her family, her teacher and classroom, they all enjoyed a pizza party and fun swag. (check out the cute teddy bear). We are appreciative of her creative artwork which has been made into postcards and can be found at AHS museums.

Thanks to Dr. Kristen Rex for all her efforts with this wonderful program. The Historical League is a strong supporter!

Dr. Rex writes, "If you’ve never been to the Clifton Morenci, Arizona area on the eastern side of the state, you must come check out this quaint town!"

Thanks from NHDAZ student Aarav Senthikumar

 Music to the ears of Historical League members . . . "Thank you for encouraging a love of history in me!"

Dear Mrs. Shumard and the Historical League,

Thank you for the support and the cash gift during NHD. It really meant a lot and helped with traveling!

With your help and guidance, I was able to become a national finalist and learn more about the secrets of Operation Paperclip! Though I did well, I know I need to focus more on impacts, and with your help I will be able to improve next year. I really couldn't have done this without you all.

Touring nationals was fun too! I was able to visit the White House for the first time and see the night lights as well. The building design near the capital was stunning! I got nearly all the NHD buttons too! I was able to talk to all my friends and even the interview was a blast!

Thank you for encouraging a love of history in me!

Special thanks to Mrs. Trepanier, Mrs. Rex, and Mr. Moody

Aarav Senthilkumar

Junior Website: Operation Paperclip: The Turning Point in U.S. Scientific and Technological Research

PBS features National History Day

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/competition-inspires-students-to-explore-history-through-art 

PBS features National History Day: National Competition with stories and interviews by PBS Jeffrey Brown. The Historical League is proud to support NHDAZ.

Thanks to AHS Dr. Kristen Rex (V.P. of Education), Leonard Moody, and Stacey Trepanier who guided the AZ students along the way.

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/competition-inspires-students-to-explore-history-through-art

Day at the Museum for NHDAZ organizers

 Saturday, May 4 at Western Spirit Scottsdale's Museum of the West.

Praise from League volunteers for AHS Dr. Kristen Rex, Leonard Moody and Stacey Trepanier, "All did a great job organizing A Day at the Museum. It was both fun and helpful to the National History Day Arizona (NHDAZ) students in making their projects even better in preparation for going to Maryland for the national competition! The Historical League is proud of our participation today and our support of NHDAZ."

Stacey Trepanier

student Thanvi Voruganti and Leonard Moody

Dr. Kristen Rex