2021 Competition Theme
The theme of the National History Day 2021 is Communication in History: The Key to Understanding. Students are encouraged to examine their topic's influence on history and draw conclusions about the ways in which their topic had an impact on the course of events and on individuals, communities, nations, or the world. Students and teachers are encouraged to remember local history and local resources when selecting topics. Download the 2021 National History Day Theme Book, the 2021 Contest Rule Book and the 2021 Theme Graphic Organizer.
Classroom Registration
Whether students compete outside the classroom or not, teachers can benefit from registering for Virginia History Day. Complete this quick form to receive a free 1-hour Skype session with your class ($75 value), digital teaching and contest materials, addition to our VHD mailing list, and eligibility to win the Virginia History Day Cup.
VHD Coordinator Office Hours
Join VHD Coordinator Sam Florer to chat about any issue or question you might have about the program. Sam will be available every Tuesday from 3:00-5:00 to meet with teachers, parents, or students for 30 minute virtual meetings. To schedule a meeting, click here. If that time doesn't work for you, feel free to email Sam at sflorer@virginiahistory.org
2021 State Contest Dates
The 2021 VHD State Contest will be held virtually with the following dates and deadlines. To learn more details, please visit the Contest Information page.
- Registration Deadline - Monday, April 12th
- Project Submission Deadline - Wednesday, April 14th
- Judging Window - Friday, April 16th - Wednesday, April 28th
- Results Released - Tuesday, May 4th