Judges Needed for History Contest
The Museum’s History Day program encourages students around Louisiana to engage in a deep study of history. One of the biggest benefits that students receive is an outside review of their project. All levels of History Day contests feature judges who donate their time to review student work, make suggestions for improvement, and determine the entries that will advance to the next round.
The feedback that students receive is critical to their growth as researchers. Most of the students will not pursue history as their college major or career choice, but the skills that students use in creating their History Day projects will apply to any college and career path they choose. The National WWII Museum is looking for judges who possess good knowledge of history and great communication skills. You do not need a Ph.D. in history to serve as a judge. Communication skills are most important for this program. Students will want clear suggestions for how to improve their project.
Judges are needed at Regional Contests in New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Regional Contests are on March 24. Judges arrive at 8:30 for a brief orientation and are welcome to stay through the Awards Cermonies ending by 2:30. The State Contest is scheduled for April 21 in New Orleans at The National WWII Museum. Judges at the State Contest will determine Louisiana’s delegation to the National Contest. Find out more about Louisiana’s History Day program and Sign up to be a judge!
Don’t live in Louisiana? There is a National History Day program in your state. You can find the contact information for your state’s program at National History Day. If you are planning on being in the Washington, D.C. area in June, you can inquire about judging the National Contest.
For more information, contact the Museum’s History Day Coordinator Nathan Huegen at 504-528-1944 ext. 350 or historyday@nationalww2museum.org.
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3 Responses to “Judges Needed for History Contest”
Mary Ann Hurdle says:
I have a daughter who lives in New Orleans. She was a volunteer at the museum. I would love to be a judge. I would just drive down and visit her and come to the museum again.
Mary Ann Hurdle says:
will you let me know if you want me? My phone is out until Saturday. Accidentally put it in the washer. Email works fine. Hope you can use me.
Rae Logan says:
I am currently a Docent at the Museum, and would love to participate if you still need judges.
I would be available for the April 21 event.
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