Sacramento County History Day
As part of NHD-CA, Sacramento County History Day (SCHD) makes history come alive for students by engaging them in discovering the historical, cultural and social significance of the past. NHD engages Students through authentic historical inquiry on a topic of their choice. Their research, analysis, and interpretations are brought together to become their final projects which are displayed at school showcases.
Student projects can be entered at the county level and winners at Sac History Day advance to the state History Day competition.
Read below to learn more about history day in Sacramento.
Click below to learn more about starting a project.
Contact us:
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NHD Showcase Kickoff
&New Teachers
Step into the world of historical inquiry and project-based learning. Learn how this approach empowers students with voice and choice, making their learning experience more engaging and meaningful.
Students will present sample projects and answer questions, hear from a panel of experienced teachers, learn about rules, changes for 2025, theme, rubrics and skills based lessons.
Returning Teachers
Join us to learn about this year's NHD rules and competition updates and preparing your students for competition.
Thursday, September 11th 2025
4:45 - 6:15 pm
Snacks & Refreshments Provided
Sacramento COE, 10474 Mather Blvd.
Register Your School
Sign your school up to receive information and registration materials for the 2026 competition.
Teacher Workshop
Implement Inquiry Through History Day
Thursday, September 25, 2025
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Join us for a professional development workshop to learn more about fostering student voice and choice through historical inquiry with the National History Day program.
Participants will work to create a historical inquiry experience for all learners, supporting critical thinking, writing, and research skills.
2026 Sacramento County Competition
General Information
The 2026 Sacramento History Day Competition will take place at Sac State on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
INTERVIEW SCHEDULES
2025 Contest Guide
Note: Students must be accompanied by a parent or teacher chaperone at all times while on campus.
Key Dates
The Sacramento County History Day competition will take place ...
Saturday, March 7, 2026
Sacramento State University
Special Award Categories
Students may submit projects to be considered for special award prizes. These special awards are not related to the overall contest winners. The following are some of the Special Award categories that MAY be offered in 2026.
- Bill George Local History Day Award
- Chinese History Award
- U.S. Military Conflicts Award
- East Lawn History Award*
- Women's History Award
- Lawson Environmental Award
- Regional History Award
- Board of Supervisors Award**
- Sacramento Area History Award
- Sacramento History Award
- Black History Award
- Medical History Award
- World War 1 Award
*Project based on a burial at East Lawn, or cemetery based.
**Projects related to government.
Volunteer Judge Information
The Sacramento County History Day will take place in March 2025. Students will submit exhibits, posters, documentaries, websites, podcasts and performances. Judges are needed to score projects, conduct student interviews, and provide feedback.
When: Saturday, March 7, 2026
Times: 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Sac State