http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ en-us 2008-06-19T13:10:00-06:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-18.asp Val and her mom wait for her museum presentation. WOW has this week gone by way to fast. On Tuesday I had my interview with the judges for my senior individual exhibit. I really think that it went really... 3452@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-18T22:01:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-18.asp April and Doug, parents from Manitowoc, pose with their son, Ben afterhis performance. Hello Wisconsin, 4 days ago our son attacked DC with 6 kilts, 3 process papers, a 8 foot pike and a targe (shield). He came armed... 3455@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-18T22:03:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-18.asp Deb, second from the left, shares breakfast with other members of Team Wisconsin. National History Day has been a wonderful experience. Team Wisconsin has been very supportive of each other. We have shared a lot of laughs and adventures... 3453@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-18T22:05:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-18.asp David, Alexandra and Sonyahave made friends with Wisconsinitesfrom across the state. Hello! National History Day has been awesome in allowing us to experience the wonders and glories of our nation's capitol. Although our long efforts have come to a... 3456@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-18T22:06:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-18.asp In addition to the competition, sightseeinghas been a big part of ourWashington, D.C. experiences. Greetings from DC, National History Day has been an amazing experience. I am so impressed with the level of dedication, team spirit, and enthusiasm these... 3459@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-18T22:08:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-18.asp Lorie's daughter, Carolyn, and and her new friends playcards in the lounge. What an exciting week! Carolyn and I have gone to the Grand Ballroom several times to admire the array of exhibits. We've been absorbed by the range... 3460@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-18T22:09:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-18.asp Cathy visited the Jefferson Memorial for the first time on her visit to D.C. Hello from College Park. I am having a wonderful time here at NHD. I am SOOOOO proud of my students. Every teacher should be able... 3458@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-18T22:10:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-19.asp Team Wisconsin 2008 After an action-packed week, members of Team Wisconsin were excited for the results of the 2008 national competition. We met early in the morning to hand out delegation awards for team spirit, acts of kindness, door... 3461@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-19T13:00:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-19.asp It was easy to spot the Wisconsinites as they made their way to the Cole Field House for the closing ceremony. Ben led the way with the state flag.... 3462@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-19T13:01:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-19.asp Before the results were announced, students participated in a parade of states with cowbells, inflatable cows, and, of course, cheeseheads.... 3463@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-19T13:02:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-19.asp Nate, Jeffrey, Paul, Adam, Amanda, and Mitchell paused for a few seconds of fame in front of the History Channel web cast cameras.... 3464@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-19T13:03:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-19.asp Nate's junior individual documentary, "The Chinese Exclusion Era," won the Immigration History Prize. Nate's documentary placed 5th in the final round!... 3465@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-19T13:05:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-19.asp Sonya, left, received the senior division Outstanding Wisconsin Entry Prize for her senior web site "The Antis: Opposition to Woman Suffrage." Sonya also placed 6th in the final round of senior web sites. Paul, right, received the junior division... 3466@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-19T13:06:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-19.asp Val, her mom and her teacher wait to be interviewed by the History Channel! Val won a special prize for Outstanding Entry Tied to a Historic Site. Val's exhibit about mining in Mineral Point placed 4th of all the... 3467@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-19T13:09:00-06:00 http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/nhd-2008-06-19.asp In addition to the previously mentioned students, we found out that several other Wisconsin entries made it to final rounds of competition: Jordan and Melissa's junior group exhibit about Hortonville and Carolyn's junior individual exhibit about Lizzie Black Kander.... 3468@http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/teachers/historyday/nationals2008/ 2008-06-19T13:10:00-06:00