Showing posts with label Washington. Show all posts
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Saturday, December 20, 2025

NHDAZ student Dorothy Zhou Christmas ornament wins

A moment worth celebrating! 🎄✨ NHDAZ student Dorothy Zhou will have an ornament she designed displayed on the National Christmas Tree in Washington, D.C.
Be sure to watch the video to see Dorothy talk about her ornament during her interview on a local Fox News station 🎥

Dorothy received national recognition in 2024 for her patriotic artwork as a winner of the America’s Field Trip contest – an outstanding accomplishment we are so proud of.

Congratulations, Dorothy! Wishing everyone a happy holiday season and a joyful New Year! 









Another ornament honors Route 66





2024 Patriotic artwork winner from America's Field Trip contest






qr code for video of interview on facebook







Thursday, July 3, 2025

National History Day Special Honors Showcase Students

NHD News Washington D.C. SHOWCASE Special honors at Nationals for these three students:

- Ruhi Rane was chosen to showcase her junior exhibit at the National Museum of American History on June 11. Title - Pins, Needles, and Responsibilities: The ILGWU and the Fight for Workers Rights.

Historical League members were impressed with her exhibit when they attended the mentoring "Day at the Museum" sponsored by Scottsdale's Museum of the West in May. Ruhi's attention to detail was so impressive. Great use of imagery and research.




- W. Ira Parsons was selected to attend a Writers Workshop sponsored by the White House Historical Association. His senior paper was Rights Without Responsibilities: How the Framers of International Space Law Failed to Anticipate Commercialization.
Ten students (out of 2,895) were selected for a virtual paper showcase at the White House Historical Association (WHHA), covering topics related to the history of the White House or the history of the presidency. These students, along with eight additional students, were invited to attend a writers’ workshop at The People’s House: A White House Experience on June 11.




- Brad Wu showcased his first place winning senior documentary at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Title is Camp Jened: A Revolution Born in the Mountains.
Historical League members got a preview of the documentary in May at Scottsdale's Museum of the West mentoring "Day at the Museum" and we appreciate his work!





To read the full Press Release, click below:
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