#LearnHistoryMakeHistory
"...by doing these projects, not only do you feel that you have a place in a vast universe, you feel more empathetic. Human."
FAQ
Who Can Participate. Any Utah student in grades 4-12
Is the program limited to Utah history? No. Topics can be selected from local, national, and world history.
What are the five creative categories NHD offers? Students can choose to create an exhibit, a documentary film, a paper, a live performance, or a website to present their work.
Can I participate if my school does not? YES! No teacher sponsor is necessary to compete as an independent student in the local regional competition.
What is the cost? It is FREE!
TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Since 2017, the Utah History Day Teacher of the Year Award is given to an outstanding UHD teacher in honor of Mike Johnson, who directed this program from 1991-2006. Mike was respected and loved by the teachers and schools he served throughout the state, and he cultivated a dynamic approach to history education through what was then called the Utah History Fair.
Winners receive $500 and are nominated for the national Patricia Behring Teacher of the Year Award.
2022: Cali Dansie Burgess, Timberline Middle School
2021: Elizabeth Halloran, Westland Elementary
2020: Lisa Pockrus, Ogden High School
2019: Melissa Crandall, Union Middle School (Sandy)
2018: Lynda Boyle, Monticello High School (Monticello)
2017: Laura Lefler, Timberline Middle School (Alpine)
2016: Kim Perry, Clayton Middle School (SLC); Tacy Hymas, Mount Logan Middle School (Logan)
2015: Candace Peters, Centerville Elementary; Chris Sweeney, Carbon High School (Price)
2014: Sara Hacken, Lakeridge Jr. High School (Orem)
2013: Michael Wagner, Tabiona Public School; Jeff Low, Thomas Edison Charter School North (Logan); JoLyne Merchant, Thomas Edison Charter School South (Logan)
Thank You to our Statewide Partners!
For more information contact us at historyday@utah.gov or 801-245-7253
The History of Utah History Day